Guests trapped at the Tan Hill Inn have been rescued by farmers with snowploughs after being stuck since Saturday
North Yorkshire: Guests at the Tan Hill Inn, the highest pub in Britain, were finally freed after being stuck since Saturday. Two farmers with snowploughs came to the rescue, navigating tricky roads to help everyone out.
While most guests were eager to leave, a couple of German tourists and a dog named Agatha decided to stay behind with the pub staff. Pub owner Andrew Hields was relieved to hear the rescue was successful, but he warned that the roads were still dangerous.
He mentioned that the pub is quite exposed at 1,732 feet, and while heavy snow isn’t as common as it used to be, snow drifts can still cause big problems. The area can be cut off quickly, especially when the main roads are closed.
Before the rescue, 23 customers, including three Australians, were preparing for another day stuck at the inn. They even considered using a helicopter to get everyone out. Previous rescue attempts had failed due to snowdrifts blocking the way.
Despite having enough supplies for 40 days, the pub ran out of sausages and Malbec wine. Manager Nicole Hayes said it was a wild night, but they were safe and warm, even if they missed their families.
With a yellow weather warning in effect, the inn’s manager advised people not to try to reach the pub. Hields praised his staff for keeping guests entertained and well-fed during the ordeal.
The Tan Hill Inn is no stranger to snow emergencies. It was featured in a Waitrose Christmas advert in 2017 and had 61 guests trapped during Storm Arwen in 2021. The pub is well-equipped for such situations, but it’s always a challenge when the weather turns.
