A privately run family business situated on the Dawnay Estates founded in 1656, this 17th century former farmhouse offers you an intimate and historical setting for that special meal with friends or a relaxing stay. Click here for testimonials View a Virtual Tour of the Downe Arms Hotel Here! It’s a perfect location whether you fancy walking along the rugged North Yorkshire coastline , visiting one of our wonderful heritage sites or riding the steam railway - it’s all here on our doorstep for you to enjoy. Ideal too for country pursuit enthusiasts including golfing . Within the village of Wykeham itself we have the fantastic Wykeham Lakes for fishing and the Abbey Shoot, by the Dawnay Estate.