A group of musicians in blue uniforms gathering outside a pub called The Farmers Arms, with some holding musical instruments and drinks, on a patio in front of a white building.

The Farmers Arms, Muker, is situated within the spectacular scenery of Upper Swaledale in the Yorkshire Dales.  The landscape is a haven for photographers, walkers, campers, day trippers and residents to experience the beauty that this special place has to offer.The pub has been at the heart of the community since at least 1814 and is steeped in history and traditions that are captured by the photos inside the pub.  A warm welcome awaits with a log burner, stone flagged floor and a wide selection of real ales and great meals sourced from local suppliers.

 

We are family friendly, welcome walkers and well behaved dogs – a traditional Dales pub to be enjoyed by everyone.

Muker Benefit society’s Role

In late 2023, after several years of the pub being for sale, a series of public meetings concluded that there was enough support for the community to explore ownership of the Farmers Arms.  The Muker Community Benefit Society was established to secure and operate the Farmers Arms pub for the benefit of the community of Muker Parish and the wider community of Upper Swaledale.  Following two community shares offers and some generous donations the Society has 535 shareholders from across the world and purchased the pub in August 2024.  Although community-owned the pub is not community-run.