Now, the substantial former public house is on the market for £750,000, offering buyers a rare opportunity to own a distinctive slice of Yorkshire heritage.
A building has occupied the site since the 1700s when it was a stone-built pub that served generations of villagers. As s coal mining and the railway brought growth to Ryhill, the present building was constructed around 1900.
Alongside its role as a popular inn, the Hammer and Anvil played an unusual part in the justice system, providing accommodation for travelling circuit court judges who stayed overnight while holding hearings in the area.
The pub closed in 2008 and was later converted into a five-bedroom family home, retaining the generous proportions typical of its former life. The ground floor offers multiple reception rooms and a central kitchen overlooking the garden, while upstairs are spacious double bedrooms, including a large principal suite.
Below, a sizeable cellar offers further potential, subject to consents. Outside, tiered gardens provide patio areas, lawned sections and far-reaching views across open countryside.
No. 91 Station Road is on the market for £750,000 with Fine & Country, 01924 234881.
19. Modern comfort
A smart house bathroom includes a bath, wc, shower, wash basin and feature fireplace. Photo: Fine & Country
20. Soft retreat
This calm, inviting bedroom has generous proportions and a feature fireplace. Photo: Fine & Country
22. Restful haven
A thoughtfully arranged bedroom offers comfort and ease. Photo: Fine & Country
23. Judicial legacy
Once a well-known public house, the building later played host to travelling circuit court judges who conducted hearings and stayed within the property itself. Photo: Fine & Country
24. Exernal space
The outdoor areas are equally as charming as the interior. Photo: Fine & Country