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A food lover's day at Welbeck

Plan a memorable food and drink day at Welbeck Estate in Nottinghamshire, with freshly made dishes at The Harley Café, seasonal produce from Welbeck Farm Shop and more to discover across the estate.

Begin with coffee in the Courtyard, then explore the shelves and counters of Welbeck Farm Shop. Discover locally sourced food and drink, seasonal ingredients, artisan produce and thoughtful gifts, including products with a connection to the estate and surrounding area. Whether you are planning lunch, browsing for something special or looking for a relaxed day out near Worksop, Welbeck offers plenty to savour.

Food and drink itinerary at Welbeck
  • Morning coffee: Start your day at the Courtyard Horsebox with a coffee and something freshly made.
  • Explore Welbeck Farm Shop: Browse seasonal produce, locally sourced food and drink, artisan treats and gifts to enjoy at home.
  • Lunch at The Harley Café: Return for a relaxed lunch made with carefully selected ingredients.
  • The School of Artisan Food: Make your day even more memorable by booking a hands-on course or food experience at The School of Artisan Food, located on the Welbeck Estate. Its expert-led programme includes artisan bread and baking, cheesemaking, patisserie, chocolate, butchery, charcuterie, preserving and fermentation. Courses vary from short taster sessions to longer programmes, so check availability and book in advance.
  • Behind-the-scenes tours: Discover how drinks are made at Welbeck with a bookable tour of Welbeck Abbey Brewery or DropWorks Rum Distillery. Step behind the scenes to learn about the production process and sample the results; tour dates and availability vary, so check details and book in advance.
  • Before you leave: Pick up a few favourite finds from Welbeck Farm Shop.

Planning your food & drink visit

Allow four to six hours to enjoy your food lover’s day at Welbeck. Check The Harley Café's serving times, Welbeck Farm Shop's opening hours, and current event listings before travelling. Menus, seasonal produce and events change throughout the year, so visit the relevant pages for the latest information.

Plan your visit

Opening hours vary across Welbeck’s food and drink venues. Welbeck Farm Shop is open Monday to Saturday, 9am–5pm, and Sunday, 9am–4pm. Please check the latest opening times for The Harley Café and any producers or tours you plan to visit before travelling.

Entry to The Courtyard, Welbeck Farm Shop and The Harley Café is free, and no general admission ticket is required. Food and drink purchases are charged individually. Tours, workshops and special events must be booked separately; advance booking is recommended as places may be limited.

Begin your day at The Courtyard at Welbeck, home to Welbeck Farm Shop and The Harley Café. Welbeck is located just off the A60, around 15 minutes from the A1 and M1. Free visitor parking is available in the main car park, a short walk from The Courtyard. The nearest railway station is Creswell, approximately two miles away; visitors arriving by rail are advised to plan their onward journey in advance.

Allow at least half a day to browse the Farm Shop, enjoy breakfast, lunch or coffee and cake at The Harley Café, and explore the wider estate. If you are adding a pre-booked tour, workshop, gallery visit or countryside walk, plan to make a full day of it.

Dogs are welcome in The Harley Café’s outdoor seating area and must be kept on a short lead across the estate. Assistance dogs are welcome in Welbeck Farm Shop, The Harley Gallery and The Portland Collection Museum. Please note that dogs are not permitted inside some visitor venues.

Toilets and baby-changing facilities are available in The Courtyard. The Harley Café serves seasonal breakfasts, lunches, drinks and cakes, while the Courtyard Horsebox offers takeaway coffee and sweet and savoury treats during its opening hours. Benches and picnic areas provide places to pause outdoors. Mobile reception can be limited across the estate, so download any booking details or maps before you arrive.

Accessible parking and toilets are available in The Courtyard area. Routes between the main visitor venues are generally short, although surfaces and conditions may vary across the wider estate. Wheelchairs and mobility scooters are not available to hire, so visitors with specific access requirements are encouraged to check the detailed accessibility information or contact the relevant venue before travelling.

Reception can be limited across the estate. Download any digital maps before your visit; printed estate maps are available in The Courtyard, subject to availability.

Plan your food and drink day at Welbeck

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