Tan Hill Inn: Britain's highest pub becomes part of 'Famous 3' to boost Yorkshire Dales' economy
Three famous pubs have joined forces to provide an economic boost for the Yorkshire Dales.
The Tan Hill Inn – the highest pub in Britain – near Richmond, The Green Dragon Inn at Hardraw and The Station Inn at Ribblehead, have banded together to form The Famous 3.
A spokesman said: “The three are operated by entrepreneur, Andrew Hields, who has made the decision to create a new umbrella brand which all the pubs will now sit under, while still retaining their individuality.
“Andrew hopes bringing the pubs together will encourage visitors to travel to the other pubs, which should broaden their appeal to walkers, cyclists and those keen to explore the county’s varied landscapes.”
Dating back to the 17 th century, The Tan Hill Inn sits at 1732 feet (528m) above sea level in Swaledale, near Keld, at the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. The spokesman said: “The famous pub, which is know for its unspoilt views of the stunning countryside along for its food and accommodation, has become an internationally renowned spot for tourists.
“Further down the valley from Tan Hill - and also on the Pennine Way – lies the 13 th century Green Dragon Inn at the heart of the village of Hardraw, just 500 yards from Hardraw Force, the highest single-drop waterfall in England.
“Also in the Yorkshire Dales sits the Station Inn, at Ribblehead, beside the Ribblehead Viaduct on the Settle to Carlisle Railway which is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year.
“With the Yorkshire Three Peaks — Whernside, Ingleborough and Pen-y-ghent - all on its doorstep, it is a magnet for lovers of the great outdoors.”
Mr Hields hopes that bringing them under The Famous 3 banner will encourage visitors to explore the area more fully. He has also introduced a new The Famous 3 minibus service which will ferry people between each venue. He also has plans to introduce packages for people wishing to visit one or more of the venues and reward schemes for those who visit all three.
“Each of these pubs are distinctive in their own right but they also have much in common – they are perfect gateways from which to explore the Yorkshire Dales,” he said.
“It makes sense for us as the operator of all three to bring them together under one umbrella title, but ensure that their individual and unique features are also celebrated. Our plan now is to continue looking at ways in which The Famous 3 can work together.”