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A  Yorkshire Dales tearooms in an open-sided tent being used by cyclists.

Tea Rooms in the Yorkshire Dales

Yorkshire Dales Tea Rooms

The Yorkshire Dales are home to some of England’s most inspiring countryside, with heather moors, flat-topped hills and green valleys scattered with drystone dykes, farms and villages. The Dales are a paradise for walking; after that, there’s no better way to end a day of exploring than with afternoon tea at a traditional tearoom. We have a variety of holiday cottages in the Yorkshire Dales to choose from, and none of them is far from cosy tearooms where you can enjoy a pot of freshly brewed tea and a slice of homemade cake. In the meantime, here are a few of our favourite Yorkshire Dales tearooms.

 

Mill Race Traditional Teashop, Aysgarth

Award-winning tearooms by the Yorkshire Dales’ most famous waterfalls

With delicious food and river views, Mill Race is a must after a walk around spectacular Aysgarth Falls in Wensleydale. These traditional tearooms are at an 18th-century mill overlooking the Upper Falls. Expect cakes, scones, biscuits and more than 20 teas, from Earl Grey to Chilli Chai.

Where to Stay:

Grange Cottage in Buckden

This Yorkshire Dales holiday cottage in Wharfedale Sleeps 4

 

Corner House Cafe, Grassington

Family-run tearooms in a charming Dales market town

This much-loved Wharfedale cafe in the heart of Grassington serves excellent coffee from neighbouring Skipton and a variety of loose-leaf teas. The menu includes decadent cakes and delicious lunches with the best local ingredients.

Where to Stay:

Craven House in Skipton

 

Muker Village Store and Teashop, Muker

Homemade cakes and sandwiches in a lovely Yorkshire Dales village

Explore one of the many scenic footpaths around Muker in Swaledale before indulging in a classic afternoon tea and cake. Do not forget to pop into the adjoining shop and pick up some local produce to return to your Yorkshire Dales holiday cottage.

Where to Stay:

Pinehurst in Thorn Rust

 

Cafe and Bakery at The Dales Bike Centre.

Step into The Dales Cafe and Cakery, where cake fairies Brenda and Janice orchestrate a symphony of flavours, crafting up to 15 delectable treats daily. From classic Victoria Sponge to unique Pecan and Amaretto Brownie, each slice showcases their passion and expertise. Indulge in a slice of heaven! Non-cyclists are very welcome- and there are hire facilities for those who want to burn off some of those cake-induced calories.

 

 

Elaine’s Tearooms, Feizor

Perfect stop for tea after hiking in the southern Dales

You will find Elaine’s in the tiny Ribbledale village of Feizor near Settle, surrounded by unspoiled countryside, which you can explore on one of the area’s many footpaths. This licenced farmhouse tearoom is known for its excellent tea, coffee, cakes and lunches.

Where to Stay:

Harber Scar in Horton-in-Ribblesdale near Settle Sleeps 5

Harber Scar near Settle

 

Town End Farm Shop and Tearoom, Airton

Fresh Yorkshire Produce in the Heart of Malhamdale

Nestled on the banks of the River Aire in Malhamdale, this is the ideal place to stop for tea after visiting neigbouring landmarks such as Janet’s Foss, Gordale Scar or Malham Cove. The tearooms serve delicious meals and desserts prepared with the finest local produce, while the shop sells exceptional Yorkshire gin, cheese and meat.

Where to Stay:

Fern House in Kettlewell

 

The Old Vicarage Tearooms, Tosside

Delicious food with stunning views of the Lancashire and Yorkshire countryside

The Old Vicarage in the Ribbledale village of Tosside. It’s actually in Lancashire, but given its reputation for serving outstanding dishes prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, who are we to quibble? Have a stroll in the stunning surrounding countryside, or take on the sterner challenge of a hike up Pen-y-Ghent before rewarding yourself with a pot of tea and a slice of delicious homemade cake.

Where to Stay:

Malham is a rural holiday cottage near Settle. Sleeps 6

Malham near Settle