The Fleece Inn at Barkisland

This historical country inn from 1737 has panoramic views across the Ryburn Valley and a few minutes from the M62. It serves home-cooked food, and bedrooms feature wooden floors and panelling.

Inside, The Fleece Inn at Barkisland has free Wi-Fi, traditional beams, and a cosy snug with a warming fire in winter. There is a children's area with video games, books and DVDs.

Outside is a beer garden and a terrace with excellent views of the Yorkshire countryside. The Fleece Inn at Barkisland was the setting for scenes in the novel The Adventures of Tom Leigh, by Phyllis Bentley.

Each room at The Fleece Inn has an en suite bathroom, as well as a TV, fridge and tea and coffee facilities.