The Cow & Calf By Innkeeper'S Collection - Ilkley

3-star countryside lodge with Wharfedale views and historic pub atmosphere

Dining & Bar

The on-site restaurant offers hearty seasonal menus featuring local produce and cask ales. Guests enjoy a well-stocked bar with British gin, fine wines, and a log fire in colder months. Breakfast is available for purchase each morning, with options like full English or Eggs Royale.

Rooms

Rooms at The Cow & Calf by Innkeeper's Collection have en-suite bathrooms with complimentary toiletries and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. Some rooms offer views across Wharfedale toward the Cow and Calf rocks. The hotel also provides daily housekeeping and late checkout flexibility.

Location & Activities

Cow & Calf Ilkley sits directly opposite the Cow and Calf rocks on Ilkley Moor, with a 6 km prehistory trail starting from the car park. Ben Rhydding Golf Course is minutes away, and Ilkley Train Station is 2 km from the hotel. Leeds Bradford Airport is 16 km via a direct rail link from Ilkley.

Family & Pet-Friendly Features

The cow and calf hotel offers family rooms that can accommodate two adults and two children. Kids' meals are available on the menu, and a dog-friendly policy includes a treat jar and water bowls at the entrance. The property also has ample free parking and key-access entry for guests.

History & Grounds

Originally built as Highfield House in 1873, the building later became a boarding house in 1949 before its current use. The grounds still contain a Victorian well, and the hotel is set in a garden with outdoor furniture. The Cow and Calf pub next door shares the same ownership and offers a cozy bar area.

• Location: Adjacent to iconic Cow & Calf rocks and Ilkley Moor
• Rooms: 19th-century lodge with en-suite bathrooms and Wharfedale views
• Dining: Hearty seasonal menus with cask ales and local produce
• Nearby: Minutes from Ben Rhydding Golf Course and Ilkley Train Station
• Pet policy: Dog-friendly with treat jar and water bowls
• Family: Family rooms and kids' meals available