The Black Swan

The Black Swan, Market Place, Helmsley, York, YO62 5BJ

Once the main stop off for weary stagecoach travellers, The Black Swan in Helmsley dates back to the 15th century. This inn has been providing travellers with a warm welcome and famous hospitality for centuries.

With an Elizabethan building on one end, a Tudor one to the other and a Georgian House in the middle, The Black Swan is wonderfully higgledly-piggledy, with bags of character, this inn offers bags of history and character alongside a modern twist.

With its inviting open fires, cosy armchairs and warm welcome,The Black Swan is where you’ll fit right inn as you explore beautiful Helmsley and nearby attractions including Rievaulx Abbey, Helmsley Castle and Helmsley Walled Garden.

Property Amenities

Bar/Lounge
Beer Garden
Dog/Pet Friendly
Free parking
Hiking
Limited Free Parking

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Rooms

Check in from 3pm

Spend the night in a classic, superior, feature room or stay in the junior suite. With rooms overlooking Helmsley’s pretty marketplace or stunning walled gardens, The Black Swan is ideal for exploring the surrounding area and North York Moors National Park. The Black Swan’s bedrooms have fresh, traditional décor and tea and coffee facilities. All rooms feature a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, desk and free Wi-Fi

The historic Black Swan is a true landmark Yorkshire inn, offering a relaxed place to stay for exploring Helmsley.

Our dog friendly rooms extend a warm welcome to four-legged friends too, meaning you’ll never have to leave your canine behind! Simply add this option during the booking process and enjoy a wonderful stay with your dog by your side (£15 per dog per night).

With a prime location in the centre of one of North Yorkshire’s most charming market towns, the characterful Black Swan in Helmsley has 60 individual rooms. For central Helmsley accommodation, book your stay with us today!

Please note, images showcase room types as accurately as possible, however rooms do slightly vary. Contact our central reservations team on 0191 5803610 for more information.

2 people
Coffee and tea
Free Wifi
Hairdryer
TV

Our cosy double rooms are all furnished with a comfortable double bed and an en-suite bathroom. With a wide range of facilities including complimentary WiFi, flat-screen TV, and tea & coffee making facilities.

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The Black Swan

Rooms

Cosy Double Room

Cosy Double Room

Double or Twin Room