The Hare and Hounds is a historic gem in the heart of picturesque Lothersdale. The pub is one of the oldest buildings in the village. It is considered the heart of the Dale End part of the village and is a perfect location from which to appreciate views of this part of the village. The building has been in use as an inn since its construction and has the window shapes, roofline and thick walls typical of historic buildings in the village.

The forecourt was used as the setting for the annual sheep fair until the turn of the century. On the site of the car park opposite the pub there used to stand the “Pinfold”, a circular enclosure which was used as a safe place to hold stray sheep until they were claimed. A bronze plaque marks the site.

For much of its history the pub has been a traditional Yorkshire village pub serving the local community. At one point it was a Websters pub and featured in one of the famous Websters Bitter adverts in the 70’ (“Sugar Lumps”). In recent years it has been completely refurbished and updated and many original features restored. It now combines the charms of a historic inn with modern amenities and offers hospitality to the residents of Lothersdale as well as visitors and travellers from afar.