The Crescent

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“A smart pub-and-restaurant-with-rooms in the centre of Ilkley, well-placed for walking on the famous moors, strolling along the riverside or day trips up Wharfedale. Rooms are boutique-chic while the pub offers an atmospheric setting to enjoy real ales and hearty British fare.”

Hotel review

With a striking crescent shape, to fit its corner site in the heart of the town, The Crescent has one of the plum positions in Ilkley. The famous Ilkley Moor is a 15-minute stroll while the River Wharfe and its pretty riverside gardens, the Grove Promenade shops and the town’s many bars and tea-rooms are on the doorstep. The Victorian building has retained original features - a handsome staircase, large sash windows, pillared dining-room - but has been given a sassy, slightly French feel in homage to its French-bistro restaurant. Expect petrol-blue walls, stripped-wood floors and copper-topped tables in the bar, while the restaurant has panelled and mirrored walls, intricate ironwork lampshades and gold-etched lettering in the windows, such as Patisserie Maison. Moody black-and-white photographs of local landmarks give a sense of place. Bedrooms continue the French theme with limed-wood armoires and elegant boudoir chairs. The look is fresh, simple and uncluttered, the small ones definitely cosy and the front rooms having the best views over the town. Dine either in the pub with its hearty portions and hand-pulled ales, or in the smarter Bistrot Pierre which serves up French classics such as steak-frites and bouillabaisse. A good, well-priced (mainly French) wine list, too. Work it all off with a blast on Ilkley Moor with its fine views across Wharfedale.

Helen Pickles
Helen Pickles Review published: 26/02/2024

Recommended for

  • Foodies

    • Fits the bill for that quintessential pub experience with an atmospheric firelit setting, well crafted pub cuisine, and real ale

  • Local exploring

    • With the Dales on the doorstep and plenty of culture too in & around Ilkley, this is well situated to make the most of the area

  • Historic

    • The Crescent Inn dates back to 1860. The curved facade is striking and the interiors are full of character

  • Active Holiday

    • A great launchpad for a walking or cycling holiday in the Yorkshire Dales

  • Sights nearby

    • Take in nearby sights such as White Wells Victorian spa-baths and Bolton Abbey with its 12th-century Priory

  • Great walks

    • Ilkley Moor offers plenty of walks as well as walks up Wharfedale are 30-minute drive

  • Restaurant

    • Classic pub food done well in the restaurant

  • Local markets

    • Browse the local market at Ikley

  • Museums

    • Visit Ilkley Toy Museum

  • Child friendly

  • Gourmet

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Full of character

  • Boutique

Facilities

  • Rooms

    11 rooms in this hotel

  • Restaurant

    Classic pub food done well in the restaurant

  • Child friendly

  • Wifi

  • Bar

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • No pets

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Garden

Activities

  • Sights nearby

    • Take in nearby sights such as White Wells Victorian spa-baths and Bolton Abbey with its 12th-century Priory

  • Great walks

    • Ilkley Moor offers plenty of walks as well as walks up Wharfedale are 30-minute drive

  • Local markets

    • Browse the local market at Ikley

  • Museums

    • Visit Ilkley Toy Museum

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