"If heaven should be half as blessed as the fields of Tockwith, all those who should pass St. Peter's Gate shall be met with joys unequalled".  Oliver Cromwell prior to the Battle of Marston Moor in 1644.

A traditional style inn, the Spotted Ox was originally built as a house and later extended to an inn. Located in the historic and charming village of Tockwith in North Yorkshire, there has been a village on the site since at least 1086. The Doomsday Book mentions ‘Tocvi’ and our most famous moment in history came when the village was used as a staging post by Oliver Cromwell prior to the Battle of Marston Moor in 1644.

Visit us at any time of the year to enjoy our renowned hospitality, food and atmosphere and particularly, in the summer when Cavaliers and Roundheads gather again to re-enact a violent past.

You will find us on the main road, at the heart of the village and there is a handy car park available.

Drinking & Socialising
With our own teams for darts, dominoes, cricket and football and entertainment, quizzes and something for everyone on our menu, we are a hub of activit for both the local community and visitors to the area. .

Opening hours:
Monday to Thursday   12:00 - 2:30        5:00 -1:00pm
Friday                          12:00 - 2:30        5:00 -11:00pm
Sat                              12:00 - 11:00pm
Sun                              12:00 - 10:30pm

Dining
Burgers, sausage & mash, steaks, gammon, handmade steak pie, roast beef, salads, children’s menu, vegetarian choices, sandwiches, baguettes, appetising starters, sumptuous desserts and much more are available from our menu and ‘Specials’ Board’ daily. Our ingredients are (wherever possible) sourced locally, with weekly specials and £1 off for senior citizens on  Mondays to Thursdays. Gorgeous speciality coffees with liqueurs are a great way to finish your meal here at the Spotted Ox.

Food Served:
Daily                           12-2pm
Monday                       6-8pm (special menu)
Tuesday- Saturday       6-9 (full menu).
Sunday                         12-2 (Roasts)  6-8pm.(full menu)

Functions, Parties & Meetings
The Forge function room is available with a full bar for meetings, parties, private functions and you can choose our catering, or bring your own.