Snowstorm Strands 29 People at Britain’s Highest Pub for Four Days

Guests and staff at the Tan Hill Inn in North Yorkshire turned their isolation into a memorable experience with games, dancing, and camaraderie as snowdrifts blocked all exits.

Heavy snowfall and temperatures as low as -11.1°C left 23 guests and six staff members stranded at the Tan Hill Inn, located 528 meters above sea level in North Yorkshire, since January 4.
The pub, known for its remote location and scenic views, is well-prepared for such events, with sufficient food for a month and beer supplies lasting two weeks.
Stranded individuals, including tourists from Australia seeing snow for the first time, passed the time with board games, snowman building, and a farewell party organized by staff.
A snowplow cleared a path on January 7, allowing most guests to leave, though some chose to stay longer to enjoy the unique experience.
This is not the first time the historic 17th-century inn has been snowed in; similar incidents occurred in 2021 and other past winters, cementing its reputation as a resilient and welcoming refuge.