The Lister Arms Hotel, Skipton

A large detached brick build, with some white and timber exterior and beer garden The interior seemed to be open plan all around the bar and mainly set out for food. The decor was white, with wood panel, some brick and with ceiling and nice wood support beams. The decoration was supplied by lots of old photos, brass, plates and other ephemera. The service was very good, the clientele mixed - including families, but it is a foody place. The food was fine, though kids meal was a bit spartan. Beer; tap stuff, with no MILD and Courage Best, untried, Davenports Drop of the Dragon, ok, as well as a very ecent drop of Adnams Christmas Star on handpull. My family were required to eat somewhere close to the NEC whilst my eldest saw a concert - this place i remembered from 20 years ago and we tried it by chance. I enjoyed the beer and food and was made welcome - in a non-modern, yet still foody kind of place. If the same circumstances arose, i would go back.

Four real ales on tap, I had a good pint of Wainwright's here after a walk late one afternoon in November. Service was good ,beer delivered to my table by a friendly young bar person. I think considering that Malham is only a small village, too have two very nice pubs is a bonus. I would certainly visit again if in the area ,even if I am a Joe Daytripper.

Official site of the Lister Arms, includes beer details, wine list and menus - www.listerarms.co.uk

Official site of the Lister Arms, includes beer details, wine list and menus - www.listerarms.co.uk