Serving  proper Yorkshire

welcomes, since 1657.

A place to eat well, sleep soundly, and feel looked after - whether you're from down the road or passing through.

A warmYorkshire welcome awaits…

Reserve a table
Book a Room
Buy a Gift Voucher

Menus

View Our Menu
Dine With Us

BOOK A TABLE

A top-down view of a table with various plated dishes, including a main plate with sliced meat, carrots, potatoes, and garnishes, along with bowls of olives, soups, and other appetizers.

Eat

At The White Lion, we have two dining spaces to suit your occasion. Enjoy the refined, atmospheric ‘1657’ - our signature restaurant room, or dine in our beautiful bar area with copper top tables, open fires & a coaching inn vibe. All our dining options home-made with local, seasonal ingredients.

> Bar menu

Sleep

Set in the heart of bustling Hebden Bridge, and yet surrounded by stunning rolling hills & countryside, our 14 en-suite rooms offer everything you need to escape. Select from a variety of rooms between our Heritage, Signature & Standard collections - all dripping with Yorkshire charm.

> Book a room

Three drinks on a dark, reflective table with a stone fireplace in the background: a glass of red wine, a glass of orange cocktail with ice and a straw, and a short glass of bourbon or whiskey.

Celebrate

We’re all about bringing people together. We regularly host events, from weddings to birthdays, in our restaurants or snug areas. Events up to 16 are great in our Snug, or those seeking something refined & for up to 26 guests our ‘1657’ restaurant offers an unforgettable experience.

> Contact the team

> Gift Vouchers

Elegant dining table set with multiple empty wine glasses, silverware, and folded napkins in a warmly lit room with large window.

Enjoyed Your Dining Experience?

If you had a good time with us, we’d love it if you told The Good Food Guide. A quick review goes a long way — and means the world to the team.

Review us on The Good Food Guide
A pink flowering tree standing in front of a stone building with multiple windows, a cobblestone path, and a sign that reads "WHITE LION".
A scenic view of a small town with historic stone buildings, a curved road, pink flowering trees, and green hills in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
A cozy bedroom with a wooden bed frame, white bedding with blue plaid accents, and two matching lamps on bedside tables. There is a large window with plaid curtains, a mirror on the wall, and a vase with colorful flowers on the windowsill.
A pint glass of Guinness stout beer with a creamy head, placed on a wooden table in front of a fireplace with burning logs and flames.
A table set for two with two glasses of red wine, a bottle of red wine, a candle, and two forks and knives on napkins in front of a lit fireplace.
A top-down view of a table with multiple white plates containing gourmet food, including vegetables, a meat dish with carrots, olives, and various sauces and garnishes.
A baked apple topped with caramel sauce, served with mashed potatoes and broccoli on a white plate, with glasses of red and white wine in the background.
Close-up of a plated gourmet dish featuring a slice of cooked meat, a yellow cylindrical component topped with nuts and a carrot spear, fresh blackberry with a leaf, and slices of cheese, all arranged on a white plate.
A close-up of a rich, dark chocolate cake with decorative chocolate garnishes on top.
Plate of fish and chips with mashed peas, tartar sauce, lemon wedge, and potato wedges, on a wooden table.
A plated meal with a cooked beef steak topped with a brown sauce, accompanied by layered potato gratin, garnished with edible flowers and small vegetables, with a side of bright yellow mayonnaise or aioli drizzled with oil or dressing, alongside a cu
Close-up of Scotch egg with a soft-boiled egg inside a sausage meat layer covered in cereal crumbs, served on a white plate with dipping sauce.
A plated seafood dish with a creamy base topped with a crispy fish fillet, garnished with herbs, chopped vegetables, and colorful fish roe, served with a drizzle of green oil sauce on a white plate.
A seafood salad garnished with herbs and caviar, placed on a white plate.
Assorted gourmet dishes including seafood, roasted meats, salads, appetizers, desserts, and beverages arranged on a wooden table.
A plated dish of sliced roast meat with a carrot, yellow cylindrical side, blackberries, and white asparagus on a white plate with a glass of wine in the background.
A plated dish with sliced pink meat, mini carrots, yellow cylindrical mashed vegetable, green sauce, purple-black berries, leafy greens, and a dollop of white sauce on a white plate.
A plated gourmet dish of layered pasta with sauce, topped with mushrooms, served with mashed potatoes, and accompanied by a glass of red wine, a cup of sauce, and another plate with meat and vegetables on a wooden table.
A plated serving of beef short rib with mashed potatoes topped with microgreens, accompanied by roasted onion and a green herb sauce.
Elegant dinner setting with plates of cooked meats, vegetables, and garnishes, two glasses of white and red wine, salt and pepper shakers, and cutlery on a wooden table.
Close-up of a fork next to a serving of cooked meat and pasta, with a lemon wedge on top, on a white plate.
A plate of sliced prime rib with a side of carrot, mashed potatoes, and blackberries, with gravy being poured over the meat. Two glasses of red and white wine are in the background.
Chocolate chip cookie sandwich with whipped cream and jam on a plate, surrounded by coffee cups on a wooden table.
A glass of pink cocktail with ice and lemon slices on a bar counter, and a glass of whiskey on a coaster in front of a fireplace with warm lighting.
A glass of beer with foam and condensation, labeled 'Vocation Brewery,' next to a background with warm, out-of-focus lights.
A glass of tonic water with lemon slices and a straw on a wooden table, with a bottle of Fever-Tree tonic water beside it. In the background, a person is partially visible sitting at the table.
A colorful painting of a small town with houses, trees, and a forested hillside, seen through a glass or reflective surface with bokeh lights in the foreground.
A shelf with various bottles of whiskey, including Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky, Drumshanbo Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey, and other brands, displayed in a dimly lit setting.
A bar with five beer taps labeled with different craft beer brands, and shelves behind stocked with assorted bottles of liquor.
Cozy restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, decorated with small vases of flowers, lit candles, and large windows letting in natural light.
A cozy fireplace with a wood stove burning inside, surrounded by candles on the floor, with part of a teal chair and green table visible in the room.
A decorated dining table with wine glasses, small flower vases, and a window overlooking blooming trees
Cozy pub interior with a bar counter on the right and a fireplace with a fire burning in the back. There are multiple tables with chairs and some decorative plants along the windows.
A cozy living room with a lit fireplace, dark chairs, a wooden table with candles and a flower vase, and windows with daylight outside.

Useful info

  • We have a free car-park available for guests of the restaurant and hotel.

    It is located to the left of our front door, simply follow the cobbled lane.

    If we are full, here is a list of the nearest pay and display car parks:

    • Market Place Car Park (1 min walk)

    • Garden Street Car Park (3 min walk)

    • St Pol Square Car Park (3 min walk)

    Here’s a Google Maps link to our carpark entrance

  • Dogs are very welcome in our bar area. We have free dog treats and also purchasable meals and snacks, even doggy beer!

    Four of our hotel rooms are perfect for pets to stay, each with their own front door access. Our other rooms and suites can accommodate dogs for an additional cleaning fee to ensure they are allergen free for future guests.

  • In short, yes.

    Our chefs are fully trained in dealing with different needs, and our menu offers Vegan, Vegetarian, and Gluten Free options.

    If you’d like to ask specific questions feel free to get in touch.

  • Weekends tend to get busy, but we try to hold tables for walk-ins. You can always drop us a call to find out how busy we are.

    If you’re planning ahead request a table here.

Hours

Bar Dining Menu

All Day. Every Day.

Monday - Sunday 12-8pm

Bar & Drinks

Monday - Thursday 12-10pm

Friday & Saturday 12-10.30pm

Sunday 12-10pm

Phone

01422 842197

Address

White Lion Hotel
Bridge Gate
Hebden Bridge
West Yorkshire
HX7 8EX

Google Maps