The Vinery Café at Raby Castle

The Vinery proudly present handcrafted dishes and treats inspired or sourced from the beautiful Raby Estate.

Once home to thriving grapevines, these historic buildings are steeped in heritage. Today, we honour this legacy by carefully crafting each item with care and dedication, in collaboration with the estate’s skilled gardeners.

Relax, indulge, and embark on a journey through time and taste at The Vinery.

Hot Drinks

Hot Drinks - Indulge in the warmth of our hot beverages, expertly crafted to perfection.

Sweet Treats

Sweet Treats - Indulge your sweet tooth with our irresistible selection of desserts. From decadent cakes to delicate pastries, our sweet treats are crafted with love and made with the finest ingredients.

Light Lunch

Light Lunch - Savour the flavours of our carefully curated light lunches, from crisp salads to homemade soup, our menu is designed to provide a satisfying and nourishing break during your visit to Raby Castle.

Cold Drinks

Cold Drinks - Quench your thirst with our cool and revitalizing cold drinks. Choose from a refreshing array that includes chilled fruit juices, fizzy pops and smoothies.

Sandwiches

Sandwiches - Discover the artistry of our sandwiches, from classic favourites to innovative twists.

Ice Cream

Ice Cream - Cool down with our delicious ice cream offerings, perfect for a sunny day at Raby Castle. Choose from a variety of flavours, each scoop a delightful journey into creamy, frozen perfection.

Hot Pastries

Hot Pastries - Handcrafted with care and golden baked, each bite is a symphony of flaky pastry and seasoned perfection

Afternoon Tea

Elevate your visit with our exquisite afternoon tea. Indulge in a selection of finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and an assortment of sweet treats. 48 hours notice required.

Scones

Scones - Treat yourself to the timeless elegance of freshly baked scones.

The Vinery Menu

Breakfast | 10am – 11:30am
Lunch | from 12pm

From freshly baked pastries to savoury snacks and refreshing salads, each creation reflects the natural abundance of colours and vibrancy of our surroundings.

View the Sample Menu HERE

From the Bakery

Available all day

Treat yourself at the bakery from an array of freshly made pastries, scones, cakes and delicious savoury snacks made by our inhouse baker.

From the Kitchen

Available from 12 noon

Take a look at the chalkboard for our seasonal dishes, ensuring you always have something new and exciting to try. We source our ingredients from the estate or as local as possible and adapt our menu to guarantee the freshest flavours in every bite.

From the Pantry

Available from 12 noon

Head to The Pantry and savour the comforting flavours of our soups, sandwiches and light lunches, crafted with care to delight your taste buds. Whether you’re in the mood for a warm bowl of soup to sooth your soul, a hearty sandwich to satisfy your huger, or a flavourful light lunch to indulge in, our menu offers a variety of options to suit every craving.

Afternoon Teas

Enjoy an indulgent Afternoon Tea with magnificent views of the castle from The Vinery. The afternoon includes three delicious tiers of sweet treats, sandwiches and scones served with freshly brewed tea or coffee.

For an extra special treat, why not book an afternoon tea with a glass of fizz?

£29.50 per person. Available between 3 – 5 pm, must be pre-booked 48 hours in advance contact admin@raby.co.uk or 01833 660202

Full payment is required upon booking

Raby Venison and Longhorn

Available from the Coach House daily

Did you know that you can now bring the exceptional flavours of Raby Venison and Longhorn into your own kitchen? Elevate your home-cooking experience with our premium selection of meats, carefully curated for quality and taste. Embrace the farm-to-table journey as we proudly offer these local treasures.

Don’t forget to pick up one of our recipe cards!

Slow Cooked Longhorn Beef Pie Recipe Raby Venison Ragu

The Plotters’ Pantry

Treat your taste-buds at The Plotters’ Pantry. Hidden amongst the trees within our new adventure playground, visitors will stumble across our new rustic refreshment cabin. The Plotters’ Pantry will be the ideal place for families to relax, after little Raby rebels get up to mischief in the forest.

The Plotters’ Pantry offers a delicious selection of food, drinks and ice-cream, plus home-made tray bakes and deluxe hot chocolates. Gather with friends and family on the spectacular lookout deck, where our friendly team at The Plotters’ Pantry will keep you refuelled for all your woodland adventures.

Please note a Plotters’ Forest ticket is required to visit The Plotters’ Pantry.