Great little cafe, with fantastic views!
“The menu is great (and great value) and they have regular specials.”
Family-run in Wakefield
Castle Café at Sandal Castle
Breakfast, lunch, cakes and a drink of your choice beside one of Wakefield’s best-known landmarks.
Owned and run by Paul and Lucy Kitching, with a warm welcome from the whole Castle Café team.
Open now9:30am–2:30pm today
Open now9:30am–2:30pm today
Before you set off
Everything you need at a glance
The people behind the café
A family café, rooted in Wakefield
Future photoPaul and Lucy Kitching together at the café
Castle Café is owned and run by husband-and-wife team Paul and Lucy Kitching, alongside the familiar faces who keep the café running day to day.
Their full story will be added in their own words once the details and photographs have been gathered.
Read Paul & Lucy’s StoryFrom the café
Freshly made, simply served
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A historic setting
Tea, lunch and 900 years of history
Future photoSandal Castle and the views across Wakefield
Sandal Castle’s story reaches back to the early twelfth century. The Battle of Wakefield took place nearby on 30 December 1460, and the site was later connected with Richard III.
Today, the ruins and surrounding paths offer wide views across Wakefield and the Calder Valley — with the café close by for breakfast, lunch or a warm drink.
Discover Sandal CastleA warm local welcome
Five-star words from our visitors
A small selection of verified Tripadvisor reviews about the food, friendly service and castle setting.
Lovely cafe, food, and people
“I am a wheelchair user and was welcomed and supported, nothing was too much trouble.”
Our absolute favourite
“This remains our favourite café in the area.”
Meet the team
Familiar faces behind the counter
The people behind the counter, in the kitchen and everything in between.
Paul Kitching
Owner
Lucy Kitching
Owner
Food Hygiene Rating
Official live rating
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View the official listingPlan your visit
Find us beside the castle
Free on-site parking, straightforward directions and practical access information.
Manygates Lane
Sandal
Wakefield
WF2 7DS
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