Food and Drink

We love delicious food and we love sharing it with you, winter or summer, rain or shine. YSP food is responsibly sourced, seasonal, freshly made, and super-tasty.

Whether you’re an omnivore, pescatarian, vegetarian or vegan, YSP food is always a pleasure.

The Kitchen Café at YSP Centre

Autumn/winter (from 30 September 2024):

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.

From 13 October, 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.

a family enjoying lunch on the balcony at YSP Kitchen

The Restaurant at The Weston

Autumn/winter (from 30 September 2024):

Open Tuesday–Sunday (and Monday 30 December) 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, 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.

5 Stars
”The food was well presented and very tasty. More importantly, it was served by some of the most helpful staff I have come across.”
- Diana Luther-Powell

The Café at YSP Learning

Autumn/winter (from 30 September 2024):

Open weekends and Wakefield school holidays 10.00–16.00

Located at the YSP Learning building and offering freshly made sandwiches, ground 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.

A group of three women and two dogs sitting at an outdoor table under a sun umbrella.

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 £27.95
Afternoon Tea without Prosecco £21.95
Children 12 years and under £9.95

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

Yuletide Afternoon tea

Available from 9 November–22 December 2024. Served 11.00–15.00 in The Kitchen on the upper level of the YSP Centre.

£23.95 per person
£11.95 under 12s
£29.95 with a glass of Winter Berry Fizz

Includes:

selection of festive favourite sandwiches
Roast turkey breast with sage and onion stuffing and festive chutney
Brie, smoked bacon and cranberry slaw
Lemon and lime prawn cocktail
‘Ey Up’ Yorkshire cheddar and pickle
Honey roasted pigs in blankets
Homemade sweet treats
Your choice of YSP Blend Filter Coffee, Yorkshire Tea or Herbal Infusion

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.