Discover more at East Riddlesden Hall
Find out when East Riddlesden Hall is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.
Eating and shopping at East Riddlesden Hall
Drop in for a drink or a light bite in the historic surroundings of East Riddlesden Hall, or grab a spot at a picnic bench and enjoy your own snacks. You'll find plenty to browse and buy in the shop, downstairs in the Bothy. With gifts, homeware, plants and treats all inspired by National Trust places or locally sourced.
Eating at East Riddlesden Hall
What's on the menu?
From Saturday to Wednesday each week, the East Riddlesden Hall tearoom serves up a selection of drinks and savoury snacks, as well as sweet treats and bakes. We also offer kids’ sandwiches, crisps and drinks.
The stars of the tearoom are undoubtedly the homemade scones. The talented kitchen team bake up a batch of these National Trust classics every morning. Savour them fresh from the oven, served with clotted cream and jam.
Seating and access
Seating is available inside the historic Bothy, as well as outside. Please note that dogs are not allowed upstairs in the Bothy, there is indoor seating downstairs and picnic benches outside where dogs are welcome.
Access to the tearoom is via a staircase, but there's limited accessible seating on the ground floor, as well as a number of accessible picnic tables outside. If you need to order food from downstairs then please let our shop staff know.
Visiting the tearoom
You can access the tearoom even if you're not visiting East Riddlesden Hall, so feel free to call in for a drink, a tasty sandwich or a freshly made traybake if you're passing by.
Plants not plastic
As a conservation charity, we’re committed to keeping the environment healthy and beautiful for everyone. All the disposable cups, plates and cutlery we use are made from plant-based materials and are fully biodegradable.
Allergen information
Most of the food and drink served is prepared on site in our kitchen, using a wide range of ingredients. As a result, we can’t guarantee that any of our food and drink products are completely allergen free.
If you have an allergy or intolerance and would like ingredient information about the food and drink served, please ask the staff, who will be happy to help.
Always check when you visit
Visited before? We sometimes change our recipes to improve quality and flavour, including the ingredients. When you visit, please speak to one of our team to check the current allergen information for your favourite dish.
Thank you
Every cuppa or tasty treat you buy helps us to continue looking after places for everyone to enjoy.
Bring along a picnic
Pack up your snacks, sandwiches, drinks and treats, and settle down in the gardens or lower fields for a picnic with a view. Relax in a deckchair in the formal gardens in summer or pick a picnic bench at the front of the Hall or in the trim trail. The lower fields are the perfect place to run, play or enjoy an outdoor snack and it's free to visit.
If you run out of food or drink, you can visit the tearoom for a top up - or warm up with a hot chocolate on chilly days.
Shopping at East Riddlesden Hall
Downstairs in the historic Bothy, you will find the shop at East Riddlesden Hall. Filled with beautiful products, inspired by the places we are for. Our friendly team are on hand to help you with inspiration, National Trust memberships and gift vouchers.
The shop is free to visit, with new deliveries and ranges that change seasonally, be sure to pop in whenever you are passing.
Thank you for supporting us
Did you know that the money raised from selling 30 scones pays for four hours of intricate repair work to a 400-year-old wall hanging at East Riddlesden Hall?
Everything you buy in the tearoom and shop will support the work we do here. So, while you’re catching up with friends over a coffee or buying a gift for someone special, you’re also helping to keep centuries of history alive for generations to come.
Things to look out for
Here is a little sneak peak of some of the products you can find in store this winter.
Perfect presents for plant lovers
The shop at East Riddlesden Hall has a fantastic range of books, bulbs and accessories for the garden enthusiast this festive season.
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The second-hand bookshop
Here at East Riddlesden Hall we have a wonderful selection of second-hand books in the Bookhide. Here you can hunt for new titles all while taking in feathered residents of the garden. So if you're looking for a bedtime story, a sci-fi adventure or a book about gardens - you might discover your next page-turner at East Riddlesden Hall.
The funds raised by booksales go directly into the conservation of East Riddlesden Hall, including the grounds and collections. So by picking up an exciting read, you'll be helping look after this special place for future generations.
Book donations
Books can be dropped off with the Welcome Team, Saturday - Wednesday 10:00 - 15:00.
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Treat yourself
Looking for the perfect gift or perhaps you're in need of some retail therapy? You can browse our full range via our online shop.
Second-hand bookshops
Pick up a book from a second-hand bookshop to keep or share. Every purchase will raise funds for conservation projects at the places in our care.
Things to see in East Riddlesden Hall’s house and Great Barn
Explore this homely 17th-century manor house and discover original oak panelling, decorative ceilings and period furnishings, then learn of the estate's agricultural past in the Great Barn.
Visiting the garden at East Riddlesden Hall
The dark stones of the hall are a stark contrast to the white frost coating the formal lawns. Challenge yourself to find beauty in the garden at a time of year when nature could easily be overlooked.
Places to eat
Discover a range of cafés, restaurants and tea-rooms at the places in our care across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Find a place to eat near you, as well as special deals and allergen information.
Places to eat in Yorkshire
Serving everything from hearty local fare to takeaway tea and coffee, there is a wide range of places to eat in Yorkshire. Try the Long Barn Café at Wentworth Castle Gardens or the Weaving Shed at Hardcastle Crags. Discover places where tickets are not needed and the perfect picnic spot to bring your own.
