History, hospitality, and a warm Yorkshire welcome
A House of many Lives
1932 – The house is built as a private home for a local farmer and named Fleurs House, in memory of a brother lost at the Battle of Courcelette during the First World War.
1968 – The property becomes a home for children with disabilities, supporting families in the local community and called Grimston House
1970s – The house becomes Escrick and Deighton Surgery, with the doctors living and working from what locals knew as the Doctor’s House or Rutland House
1986 – A new surgery opens in Escrick and the house begins a new chapter as a Bed and Breakfast reverting to Grimston House.
2017 – Hilary and Paul Finney buy Westergate House and begin welcoming guests.
2020 – The house undergoes a careful renovation, bringing modern comfort while keeping its character and history. The name was chaged to Westergate House after an adjoinin gfield on a 1618 map
Bespoke Bedrooms
Our guest rooms are designed to help you relax after a day exploring York and the surrounding area. Guests can choose from double rooms with king-size beds, a single room with a double bed, or a ground-floor twin room. Most bedrooms also include comfortable sitting areas, and you’ll also find mini fridges with fresh milk and water, along with a selection of hot drinks and snacks, so you can enjoy a cup of tea whenever you like.
Each room includes walk-in showers, some with power rain heads, along with Noble Isle vegan-friendly toiletries inspired by the scent of fresh Yorkshire rhubarb. Our Night Owl duvets, made from recycled plastic bottles, provide the comfort of down while supporting a more sustainable approach.
Around the house there is also a comfortable guest lounge and a new landing sitting area, where guests can relax, read, or enjoy tea and homemade cake while looking out across the gardens towards the Yorkshire Wolds.
Your Hosts
Westergate House is run by Hilary and Paul Finney, whose skills complement each other in the day-to-day running of the house.
Hilary trained at Le Cordon Bleu in London and has had a lifetime in hospitality and teaching cookery . She has a real passion for home-cooked food, which guests enjoy through hearty breakfasts, homemade cakes, and private dining for special occasions.
Paul spent his career in engineering, and his practical skills have played an important part in the refurbishment and ongoing care of the house. He manages repairs, improvements, and many of the eco-friendly projects around the property. Outside of Westergate House, Paul enjoys motorsport and restoring classic cars.
Our Promise to Guests
A Message From Your Hosts
Hilary and Paul Finney
