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Last Updated:
30 Apr 2026
Blue Boar is a traditional York pub with a bit of theatrical old-city character, leaning into its 18th-century history and the long shadow of Dick Turpin folklore. That gives it more personality than your standard city-centre pint stop, with a slightly darker, more atmospheric edge that suits York’s ghost-story mood nicely. It feels like the sort of place people duck into for a proper pub break between sightseeing stops, especially if they like a venue with a tale attached to the walls. Good for adding a little historic drama to the day without straying from classic pub territory.
Good to know:
Water bowls available
Treats available
Doggy Menu available
Dog Policy:
Dogs are welcome inside. Keep the pub atmosphere cosy by sticking to polite paws, sensible volume levels and no attempts to audition for bar staff.
