Hayley's kitchen at Hartlebury Castle

Hartlebury, Kidderminster DY11 7XZ, United Kingdom
+44 1299 251901
$$$ Cafe
(72 Reviews)
Price Range £10–20

Welcome to Hayley's Kitchen at Hartlebury Castle, a delightful café experience nestled within the historical grounds of Hartlebury Castle in Kidderminster. This charming spot offers not just a meal but a taste of tranquility and elegance amid stunning surroundings.

The café is an inviting haven for anyone looking to enjoy high-quality food in a beautifully appointed setting. With both indoor and outdoor seating, you're invited to bask in the lovely atmosphere, whether the sun is shining or the clouds are gracing the English sky. It's a popular locale, so be prepared for a bustling vibe during peak times, as indicated by satisfied customers who appreciate the friendly staff and exceptional service.

Hayley's Kitchen offers a menu brimming with mouthwatering options that cater to diverse palates. Indulge in their Topside of Beef, slow-cooked to perfection, or savor the Slow Roasted Pork that boasts rich, flavorful succulence. For a vegetarian delight, the Roasted Mediterranean Vegetable Tart promises a burst of garden-fresh flavors in every bite. Don't miss out on their breakfast offerings, especially the Vegan Breakfast, which takes the humble breakfast to new heights with inventive, wholesome ingredients that cater to your dietary preferences.

And what’s breakfast without something sweet to complement it? Delight your senses with their heavenly desserts. The Apple Crumble & Custard captures the essence of traditional comfort food while the Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake is a decadent indulgence that chocolate lovers simply cannot resist. If you're looking for a light, refreshing option, the Lemon Posset with Shortbread is a tangy treat that perfectly balances sweetness with zesty delight.

Many patrons rave about their experiences at Hayley's Kitchen. Ian Jones notes the consistent quality of the food and the amiable nature of the staff. Meanwhile, Detectorist enjoyed a delightful breakfast while visiting Hartlebury Castle, remarking that one doesn’t need a castle ticket to enjoy the café. For those seeking a sweet afternoon, Jude McCabe shared the joy of having afternoon tea here, highlighting the fluffy scones and beautifully presented sandwiches served in fine bone china—an experience that truly feels regal.

Whether you’re stopping in for a quick bite or indulging in a leisurely afternoon tea like Karen did, Hayley’s Kitchen at Hartlebury Castle is your go-to destination. With a menu that caters to all tastes and a warm, welcoming vibe, it’s easy to see why this café has captured the hearts of so many. Don’t just pass by; make it a destination on your next outing!

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves coffee
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed outside
Openings Hours

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Sunday

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

72 Reviews
Ian Jones

22 Sep 2025

Have been a few times before, food always good, staff friendly but it is a popular place, so will be busy at peak times.

Detectorist

01 Sep 2025

Whilst visiting the castle popped in for Breakfast. Great breakfast, hot and fresh! Will pop in again if passing as you do not have to visit the castle to use the cafe!

The Mountaineer

17 Aug 2025

A lovely addition to Hartlebury Castle, very clean and tidy, plenty of seating inside and out. Good selection of food and cakes, the coffe was very good, and so was the carrot cake! It's nice that it is also available to non visitors to the castle to pop into, though I definitely recommend a visit to the castle if you haven't already been.

Jamie Harris

13 Aug 2025

Just had the new (possibly temporary) addition to the menu... the Wagu Burger and WOW. It was juicy, but not too juicy and very, very tasty! Recommend whilst it's available, you might need to be quick!!!!

Robert Hudd

19 Jul 2025

Beautiful food, staff were absolutely amazing. The full English is affordable and the best I've ever had.

Jude McCabe

29 Jun 2025

A wonderful afternoon tea at Hayley’s Kitchen in Hartlebury Castle. The sandwiches were fresh and perfectly presented, the scones were really light and fluffy, the cakes were so tasty, especially the carrot cake which had a unique flavour- really delicious. We also had plenty of hot tea, all served in beautiful fine bone china cups. The service was great, too. Excellent! Thank you so much.

Karen

16 Jun 2025

We received a voucher for a present for afternoon tea, we went on a Sunday afternoon and the service and afternoon tea was lovely, we had a variety of sandwiches, cake and scones and as much tea or coffee that we would like, the food was lovely and fresh and the best scones I have had, there was a problem with the voucher which was my fault for not sorting out and Hayley was very helpful and friendly and sorted the issue out for me. Thank you very much we had a lovely time and I wouldn't hesitate to book friends and family as a gift as would make a lovely present for them.

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