Is Bettys tea rooms closing down?
In spring 2021 we made the difficult decision to close the first-floor café at our Little Bettys branch in York while keeping the ground floor shop open. In the autumn, with a heavy heart, we took the further decision to close the shop and with it the branch.
What is Bettys Tea Rooms famous for?
A tearoom that has become a Yorkshire institution is celebrating its 100th birthday. Bettys opened its doors in Harrogate in the aftermath of the World War One and has been serving tea and cakes ever since. A century on, the firm now boasts six cafes around the county.
How many Bettys tea rooms are there in Harrogate?
five Bettys tea rooms
There are five Bettys tea rooms, all of which comprise a shop as well as a café. The locations of the tea rooms are: Bettys Harrogate – Parliament Street, Harrogate (opened 1976) Bettys York – St Helen’s Square, York (opened 1937)
Is Bettys Tea Rooms dog friendly?
Regrettably we are unable to allow dogs (with the exception of assistance dogs) into our Bettys café tearooms.
Is Betty’s in Harrogate closing?
One of York’s most visited cafés is closed. Bettys has taken the decision to shut all six of its cafés, including its flagship branch on St Helen’s Square, and the tea rooms on Stonegate.
Is Bettys shop open?
Bettys Harrogate is open from 9am-6pm daily. Shop for your favourite Bettys treats from your table.
Who was Betty from Bettys Tea Rooms?
Betty Rose Perhaps the least fanciful story tells of a young girl, Elisabeth ‘Betty’ Rose, the granddaughter of Mary Wood, the financial backer and first Chairman of Bettys. ‘Betty’ was said to have interrupted the very first board meeting carrying a toy tea tray…
Do I need to book a table at Bettys Harrogate?
You can simply pop along on the day, because our Café Tea Rooms traditionally don’t take reservations. It’s the same much-loved Bettys Afternoon Tea in a uniquely beautiful setting. To book, click here or call 01423 814070 (Harrogate) or 01904 659142 (York).
How long do Bettys vouchers last?
18 months
Please note, vouchers are valid for 18 months from the date of issue.
Where do you park for Bettys Harrogate?
Harrogate Arms. 20 spaces. 1 minto destination.
How many Bettys Tea Rooms are in York?
For use in any of our 6 Café Tea Rooms, any day of the week. Reserve your table in the Imperial Room, Harrogate and Belmont Room, York on a weekend date to suit you.
Why is Betty’s closed?
Bettys has decided to close its shops in light of the escalating cases of Covid-19 around the country. The Harrogate-based family business has seen all of its Bettys Café Tea Rooms shut since the current nationwide lockdown started earlier this month.
Where to have afternoon tea at Bettys Harrogate?
Traditional Afternoon Tea can be enjoyed two ways at Bettys. You can simply pop along on the day, because our Café Tea Rooms traditionally don’t take reservations. However, we now also offer pre-booking at our two biggest branches, served upstairs in the Imperial Room at Bettys Harrogate and Belmont Room at Bettys York.
How do I get a Bettys voucher for afternoon tea?
Please contact Bettys Harrogate (01423 814070) or Bettys York (01904 659142) directly. We accept any Bettys vouchers as payments for our bookable afternoon tea. We offer several versions of our famous afternoon tea tailored to dietary need or preference.
When did the first Bettys tea room open?
For delivery to your door, choose our mail order service. Shop online here A long time has passed since the first Bettys opened in 1919, but in many ways Bettys is just the same. We still think that the traditional ways are the best, that a beautiful setting is good for the soul, and that life can be improved with simple pleasures.
Is there a minimum spend at Harrogate Cafe?
For more information on reservations, please contact Harrogate on 01423 814070 or York on 01904 659142. Is there a minimum spend? There’s no minimum spend. Are you accepting vouchers? Yes, we’re accepting vouchers in the Café Tea Rooms and in our Shops.