We’re passionate about serving delicious food, and we love sharing it with you, no matter the season or weather. We serve responsibly sourced, seasonal, and freshly made dishes that are always full of flavour.

Whatever your preferences, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at YSP.

The Kitchen Café at YSP Centre

Autumn/winter:

Open Tuesday–Sunday, bank holidays and Wakefield school holidays 10.00–16.00

First floor of the main visitor centre.

For flavour-packed, ready-to-eat hot and cold food, head upstairs in YSP Centre. Our all-day menu plus ice cream and delicious coffee has something for everyone. Gorgeous views of the landscape from the balcony are a delightful bonus. Hot food available 10.00–15.00. Snacks, drinks and cakes available until 16.00.

View a sample menu here.

Fuel your visit to YSP with a hearty cooked breakfast in The Kitchen Café. Featuring locally sourced bacon and sausage and free-range eggs, plus freshly baked pastries and delicious coffee. Available daily 10.00–11.45.

Enjoy a delicious carvery lunch every Sunday, from 12.00–15.00. Choose from West Bretton farmed beef, pork loin, homemade cheese, leek and potato pie or vegan wild mushroom tart.

Please note we do not take table reservations at The Kitchen Café.

Contact hospitality@ysp.org.uk if you are interested in booking a private room.

The Restaurant at The Weston

Autumn/winter:

Open Tuesday–Sunday 09.00–16.00

Breakfast 09.00–11.30

Lunch 12.00–15.00

The Weston is a foodie hotspot. Delight in global flavours in our beautiful light-filled restaurant. Enjoy the Country Park views from inside or out and indulge yourself at breakfast, lunch, or afternoon tea and cake, taking time to enjoy the gallery and shop.

View the latest menus.

Booking essential. Parking is free and tickets are not required to visit The Weston Restaurant, Gallery and Shop. All proceeds go to support YSP.

Treat someone special to an unforgettable dining experience at The Weston’s light-filled, contemporary restaurant. Whether it’s a celebration or simply a moment to savour, they’ll enjoy a delicious menu crafted from fresh, seasonal ingredients. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or just because. Gift vouchers are available for £25 or £50.

Buy gift vouchers.

The Café at YSP Learning

Autumn/winter:

Open weekends and Wakefield school holidays 10.00–16.00

Located at the YSP Learning building and offering freshly made sandwiches, speciality barista coffee, chilled drinks, cakes and pastries. Look out for the scooping ice cream cart, serving 11 delicious flavours. Enjoy on the sunny terrace or take away. The Café at YSP Learning is dog friendly, with indoor and outdoor seating available for visitors and their furry friends.

The Coffee Shop

Autumn/winter (from 30 September 2024):

Open weekends and Wakefield school holidays (weather dependent) 10.00–16.00

Our kiosk accessed from the front of YSP Centre, left of the main entrance. Serving hot breakfast sandwiches, homemade pasties, freshly made sandwiches, freshly ground coffee, chilled drinks and ice cream. Enjoy on the dog-friendly terrace looking over the Park or take away to enjoy on your walk.

Afternoon Tea

Served 11.00–15.00 in The Kitchen on the upper level of the YSP Centre.

• Afternoon Tea with Prosecco £29.95
• Afternoon Tea without Prosecco £23.95
• Children 12 years and under £11.95

Includes:

• Complimentary entry to YSP
• Selection of freshly made sandwiches
• Savouries
• Homemade scone with jam and cream
• Homemade cake selection
• Unlimited freshly ground coffee or tea

Please note pre-booking is essential a minimum 24 hours prior (48 hours for weekend bookings). Please advise of any dietary requirements at time of booking.

Afternoon Tea Vouchers are now available.