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Our cafés and tearooms

Two women sit at a patio table on a terrace in a beautiful garden. A teapot covered in a woollen tea cosy is on the table, along with some slices of cake.

If you are a foodie, our cafés and eateries across the Trust have everything from award-winning scones to homemade soups using produce straight from the garden. Our passionate employees and volunteers across the Trust make, bake, taste and grow the items on our menus, so there really is something to satisfy all types of taste buds! Find your future favourite, and explore what’s on offer across the Trust.

Some highlight cafés for the season

Spring is here, and it’s the perfect time to step outside and enjoy a moment of relaxation with a hot drink and a slice of something sweet.

Our cafés and tearooms are the ideal places to embrace the season, whether you’re indulging in homemade bakes or sipping on a seasonal beverage. So, take a break, enjoy the fresh air (weather permitting), and know that every purchase you make helps to protect the special places we all love. Spring has never tasted so good!

Looking for more? Scroll to the bottom of the page to find our map, with a pinned location for every Trust café.

Terrace Café, Threave

Celebrate the best of local produce at Terrace Café, where you can enjoy fresh items sourced directly from our walled garden. This café offers a menu full of mouth-watering options like quiches, soups, salads and scones, alongside delicious home-baked cakes and treats. Whether you’re indoors or on the outdoor terrace, you can take in stunning views of the garden, estate and the Galloway hills while you relax and unwind.

For a lighter bite, pop into Stables Café, a hidden gem located in the courtyard. This suntrap is ideal for birdwatching or simply enjoying the beautiful garden surroundings.

Two different salads are served in deep china bowls, and stand on a table on a cafe terrace. A mug of coffee stands between the plates.

A lovely lunch on the outdoor terrace

Stables Café, Newhailes

After exploring Newhailes House and Estate, head to the Stables Café for a delicious bite. Here, you’ll find dishes made with produce from the garden that’s run by volunteers, as well as hearty options like Scottish breakfast rolls to kick-start your day. Whether you’re inside or in the courtyard, enjoy a lovely lunch or just a hot drink.

Newhailes has also transformed the old dairy into an ice cream parlour and sweet shop, a perfect stop to indulge your sweet tooth.

Three people sit chatting around a picnic table in a courtyard cafe. All have takeaway coffee cups in front of them.

Enjoying a hot drink in the courtyard

The Playful Café, Brodie Castle & Estate

If you’re looking for a spot that’s as fun as it is charming, The Playful Café at Brodie Castle & Estate is the place to be. Whether you’re grabbing a coffee, enjoying a freshly baked treat or indulging in a scoop of ice cream, this café is perfect for families and anyone enjoying a day out. The playpark is always a hit with the little ones, while the daffodils and fresh spring air make for a perfect spring moment.

And if you’re in the mood for something a little different, don’t miss our bubble tea! It’s a sweet little break in the middle of a day of exploring.

A woman and a girl sit at a picnic table in a courtyard, enjoying two cups of bubble tea. They hold them up to 'cheers' each other.

Bubble tea at Brodie

Branklyn Garden Tearoom, Branklyn Garden

Nestled in the former library of Branklyn House, Branklyn Garden Tearoom offers a peaceful and picturesque setting for your springtime treats. From the covered terrace or lawn seating, enjoy views of the garden and, if you’re lucky, catch a glimpse of a red squirrel.

Offering a variety of hot and cold drinks, homemade cakes and a light lunch menu (including vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options), this tearoom is the perfect spot to enjoy freshly baked scones or freshly ground National Trust for Scotland coffee.

You’ll also find our teapots look rather unique – they are kept warm by patterned tea cosies handcrafted by one of our very talented team members.

Well-behaved dogs on short leads are welcome in the tearoom – water bowls are provided.

Two ladies sit at an outdoor cafe table in a garden, with afternoon tea laid out in front of them. They are clinking their teacups together!

Tea with a view

Crarae Café, Crarae Garden

Located at the entrance to Crarae Garden, Crarae Café is ideal for a quick coffee or snack before you explore the stunning garden paths.

With plenty of indoor seating and options for hot drinks and tasty snacks (including vegan and gluten-free options), it's a perfect spot to refuel after a stroll.

Don’t miss their dog-friendly ice cream, making it a treat for your furry friends too!

See our sample menu

A table in a cafe is laid for lunch, with soup and rolls, bottled drinks and wraps on plates.

Crarae Café in the visitor centre

Henrietta’s Tearoom at Leith Hall

Open throughout the year, Henrietta’s Tearoom at Leith Hall is a haven for those seeking hearty, homemade favourites. With a seasonal menu that highlights garden produce, you can enjoy everything from a slow-cooked venison pie to a delightful apple, cheese & shallot jam toastie. The newly refurbished tearoom offers direct access from the garden and is dog-friendly with a cosy indoor space, perfect for those chilly spring days.

You won’t want to miss our NEW Special Afternoon Tea, available on Sundays only – complete with dainty finger sandwiches, cakes and scones.

Advance booking is essential.

An afternoon tea, with finger sandwiches, small cakes and trifles arranged on a three-tier platter. A blue Willow china tea cup stands beside it on the tearoom table.

Afternoon tea at Henrietta’s Tearoom

Castle Fraser

A newly refurbished tearoom in the historic kitchen of Castle Fraser, this charming café offers fresh seasonal menus inspired by produce from our own walled garden. Featuring specials made from garden ingredients and estate honey, it’s the perfect place to sit and relax in an atmospheric setting.

Plans to improve outdoor seating and takeaway options this year mean there will be even more reasons to stop by.

Chopped tomatoes and onions are heaped along a long slice of bruschetta bread and served on a white china plate. In the background is a colourful garden with orange and yellow flowers.

Bruschetta at Castle Fraser

Seasonal drinks

Spring also brings new drinks* to indulge in:

Salted Caramel Pistachio Shake: A perfect blend of sweet and savoury, this shake is sure to refresh you.
Classic French Vanilla Latte: A creamy, aromatic classic to warm your spirits.
Cherry Passionfruit Lemonade: A zesty, fruity twist that’s ideal for those sunny spring days!

*Available at selected properties.