The Fox & Hounds

The Fox & Hounds ​Our 400-year-old traditional family run pub set in the picturesque Yorkshire Dales Village of Sta
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Scarecrow Festival Time!This years adults theme is ‘Thriller Films’. Any one any guesses which 2 films donkey and his f...
07/08/2026

Scarecrow Festival Time!

This years adults theme is ‘Thriller Films’. Any one any guesses which 2 films donkey and his friends are from?

Kettlewell Scarecrow Festival

Happy Yorkshire Day!
01/08/2026

Happy Yorkshire Day!

🍺🏆⚽️ ENGLAND v ARGENTINA ⚽️🏆🍺Live at The Fox 🦊 Weds 15th @ 8pm
12/07/2026

🍺🏆⚽️ ENGLAND v ARGENTINA ⚽️🏆🍺

Live at The Fox 🦊

Weds 15th @ 8pm

11/07/2026

Good morning everyone.

We have power back an are open from 12pm today 🙂

10/07/2026

Update… Friday 10th July

We are currently waiting for northern powergrid to dig up the road to access what they think is an issue with underground cables.

We are unsure when our power will be back so have made the decision to remain CLOSED for the rest of the day.

⚡️POWER OUTAGE ⚡️

We are currently without power. Please do not make any plans to travel/walk to us this lunchtime.

We are waiting on Northern Powergrid to come out hopefully this lunchtime and will post an update this afternoon.

Thank you

LIVE TONIGHT @ The 🦊 ENGLAND v CONGO
01/07/2026

LIVE TONIGHT @ The 🦊

ENGLAND v CONGO

18/06/2026

Rural pubs continue to face a unique set of challenges that many people simply don’t see.

While these businesses are often the heart of their communities and offer experiences that cannot be replicated elsewhere, their success is increasingly dependent on factors outside their control. Unlike city-centre venues that benefit from passing trade and large local populations, rural pubs rely on customers making a deliberate journey to visit them.

Distance, limited public transport, rising fuel costs and changing consumer habits all play a part. Many rural operators report that trade can be unpredictable, with busy periods often followed by long quiet spells. Seasonal fluctuations can also be extreme, with some pubs taking more in a summer day than they might generate during an entire winter week.

Across the country, publicans are adapting. Opening hours are being adjusted to match customer demand, food and drink offers are evolving, and many businesses are focusing on daytime trade, walkers, tourists and destination visits rather than traditional evening drinking patterns.

At the same time, operators are facing increasing pressure from business rates, energy costs, taxation and wider economic uncertainty. For some of the most remote pubs, simply keeping the lights on can cost tens of thousands of pounds each year.

Road closures and transport issues can create additional barriers, particularly in rural areas where alternative routes may add significant travel time and effectively cut businesses off from potential customers.

Despite these challenges, rural pubs remain vital community assets. They support local employment, attract visitors, preserve heritage buildings and provide important social spaces in areas where amenities are often limited.

The Independent Pub Alliance believes that if governments are serious about supporting rural communities, they must also recognise the value of rural pubs. Without meaningful action on taxation, business costs and infrastructure, many of these unique businesses will continue to face an uncertain future.

Rural pubs are not simply places to drink. They are employers, meeting places, tourist attractions and often the last remaining community hub in their villages.

They deserve support before more of them are lost.

🍺 Treat Dad this Father’s Day 🍺Join us this Sunday for Great Food and Cold Beers!! Treat Dad like a King for the day!! ...
18/06/2026

🍺 Treat Dad this Father’s Day 🍺

Join us this Sunday for Great Food and Cold Beers!! Treat Dad like a King for the day!! 🤣

Call on 01756760269 to reserve a table or call in to treat your Dad or Rent-a-Dad to a nice pint!

11/06/2026

Well Done Jill!!! keep Pedalling!!!

11/06/2026

Well done Jill!! Keep pedalling!!
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Fox And Hounds
Starbotton
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