Auntie Anne's Castlegate Bakery in Ryedale

Really friendly and tasty fare. Plenty of choice which was a real representation of good Yorkshire fare. Reasonably priced too

We bought several items, the scones were very good, but the apple pie was sour and the apples undercooked, the egg custard was only average, and to be honest it's over priced.

We took home cheese scones, treacle tart, jam tart and a viennese whirl. All deeelicious, and served by a very friendly chap. Recommended!

Apparently highly rated bakery however not one option of a gluten free cake , we were just told No , so we left

Lovely ladies at this bakery, serving wonderful food. We had sandwiches generously packed and delicious moist carrot cake. One of the nicest bakeries we've been to. Oh, and only the best... Yorkshire tea! Thank you.

Wow, what a find. Made to order rolls are delicious and full of fresh, tasty fillings. Pasties are so tasty and even better when warm. Too many deserts to mention. well done to all the staff.

Popped in this afternoon as we were passing by and bought a couple of their lovely cakes for tea. It was the first time I’ve visited this bakery and I cannot say how wonderful the cakes we had were - the almond tart was beautiful, as was the coconut one. Loads of different cakes and buns to choose from and all wonderfully freshly made. Highly recommended.

We were recommended this particular bakery - especially for the Curd Tarts. So we made a weekend trip especially to be able to come here. We bought a few things (could have bought more). However the Curd Tart is not to be missed - and well worth the trip alone.

Really sorry to give this rating, today I bought a curd tart and to be honest with you it's the worst tart I've ever tasted ever. it was a thick creamy slushy stodge filling with no curds viable a few currants in it and a strong taste of nutmeg the pastry case was fine ☹️I know there will be curds in there somewhere but why beat them to a creamy mush.people buy Curd tarts to taste the curd..

Visited with my Wife and Dog, we had the nicest meat pies we have ever tasted and a lovely Yorkshire curd tart. Excellent value for money and very friendly staff.

With the pandemic ‘roadmap’ only recently permitting cafés, restaurants and pubs to offer dining - outside, choosing to have a picnic lunch on a warm and sunny afternoon in April wasn’t so daft. Being a visitor to Helmsley, Auntie Anne’s was the first place I came across along the pedestrian route from the long stay car park, and I returned to the benches under the trees just beyond the car park with my picnic. My ham bap was made to order and the fruit flapjack was delicious: neither too hard and brittle, nor too sweet, and it was filled with juicy pieces of fruit. There was plenty of evidence of Covid-compliance and I was happy to support this local business.

Very tasty fruit pies and cheese scones. The Christmas cakes smelt wonderful. All products were well displayed.

Expensive, cafeteria type self-service . Pots on uncleared tables. Shopped at the bakery for years buying fantastic curd tart and Yorkshire pasties - cannot recommend the sausage rolls though. Disappointing coffee.

fantastic range of produce, the cakes are to die for, thanks to whoever bakes them, they are experts !!

Visited here far to many times on our 4 day break because they do to many yummy things. My husband loved the steak pie full of juicy meat. My daughter had a chicken Tikka pastie which she enjoyed. We split a homemade caramel shortcake between 3 because my daughter doesn't usually eat it but said it was the best. I can also recommend the fairy cakes brought a packet back home to oxfordshire

Absoloutely delicious cake I reccomend chocolate cake. So tasty go there for my familys birthday cakes every year. The little chocolate cake are just the right size but for birthdays get the bigger size. Not to rich just right.

Wir haben uns hier im Shop etwas auf die Hand für die Weiterreise geholt. Die Meat&Vegetable Pie schmeckt sehr gut und macht schnell satt. Ich habe mir noch ein Käsesandwich bestellt. Das bestand leider nur aus Toast gehobeltem Cheddar und Tomaten. Das würde ich eher aussparen zumal diese teurer sind als die super Pies ab 1,60£.

It was a lovely sunny day so we sat in the front garden area rather than inside. I cant complain about the food but it was completely ruined by incosiderate smokers around us. As the area was enclosed by bushes we assumed that it was a no-smoking area. This was clearly not the case as three seperate people thought it fine to smoke next to people who are eating. The fact that two memebers of staff said nothing about it and were happy to converse with the smokers shows that they are happy with the habit on their premises. Ive no idea why they cowtail to smokers like this and allow them to smoke in a confined area but they wont be getting my business again.

The adjoining Castlegate Cafe had told us that the fabulous steak pies and wholemeal bread we’d eaten there had come from Auntie Anne’s so we called. Alas, the steak pies had sold out and another batch was in the oven but we couldn’t afford time to wait for them to come out. But we did buy the bread. There were loads of other home made goodies on sale. Well worth a visit.

First visit to auntie Anne’s bakery yesterday we bought freshly baked whole meal bread scones sausage rolls and pasties all to die for pastry was light not greasy and the fillings very tasty all the staff lovely would recommend this place

I call at Auntie Annes on a regular basis for the wonderful pies and sauage rolls but all the baked goods and cakes are very good also preserves and great rich fruit cakes not a place to miss when in Helmsley.

Great homemade goodies made on the premises, love the steak pies and the walnut cake, it's hard to not to go mad and buy too much, a slimmer's worst nightmare but everything in moderation ;)

Visited Helmsley for a few hours and chose Auntie Annes for lunch. We had jacket potatoes which were both excellent with tons of filling and a side salad and coleslaw which was homemade and sweet and sour beetroot which was excellent. Coffee was good as was the service.

Lovely traditional cakes and pastries.This was my second visit and found it so hard to choose as they are all delicious.The savouries are great too,especially the sausage rolls and cheese scones

You can sit outside or inside, and there is plenty of room. Srevice is quick and friendly. The Farmhouse platter is huge - share unless you have an extremely healthy appetite.

Called in whilst on a visit to Helmsley and bought two pies.

Yesterday, in search of Eccles cakes in Helmsley, we came across Auntie Anne's bakery. Having tried a number of bakeries, without success, we asked the lady in Auntie Anne's bakery. The charming lady behind the counter informed us that they didn't have any either. We asked for advice about where we might find some. After consulting her colleague she said they could make us Eccles cakes if we wanted, but they would take about 45 minutes. With great appreciation we said, "Yes please!" On returning 45 minutes later the lady showed us the newly baked Eccles cakes and politely asked whether these were what we wanted. They were; and we bought a couple. I have to say they were the nicest Eccles cakes we have tasted. They were brimming full with juicy currents and the pastry was perfect too. I think it's fair to say that Auntie Anne's bakery went far above and beyond our expectations. What has set them apart for us this holiday is the quality of the cakes, the quality of the service and the genuine desire they showed to meet our request.

We stopped here to get a few bits and bobs for a picnic after having spent far too much money in Hunters of Helmsley deli on previous occasions!

I stopped here for coffee mid morning. The staff are pleasant and polite and the service was speedy. My coffee was what I can only describe as boiling hot, brown coloured water ....absolutely tasteless. The sign outside specified 'artisan' coffee so I was expecting a really good cup. I'd seen it being made while standing at the counter. At £2.25 it was not a good deal. The cakes looked fantastic so perhaps I should have had some to flavour the coffee!

We found this gem on the way to the castle and decided to grab some food for lunch afterwards. Tasty sandwiches on home made bread and super yummy cakes.

I visited Auntie Anne's while on tour to the Yorkshire Dales. The shortbread was so good! Everything looked yummy in this bakery.....highly recommend!

Un poco pastelería escondido cerca del castillo de Helmsley. En nuestro camino a Pickering para unas vacaciones, visitamos Auntie Anne's de haber visto en la televisión y no nos decepcionó. La tarta de requesón de yorkshire es la mejor que hemos probado, nos hicimos un desvío en el camino a casa para comprar dos más para los amigos.

A great place to stop in this gorgeous town. Large and pleasant outdoor area. Victoria sponge was great as was coffee.

Visited here and purchased food (and have done on previous visits to Helmsley) always popular with locals and tourists alike which speaks volumes. Food is always good too

We were told about this by someone who googled local bakeries before our trip, found it by chance when we decided to go for the Helmsley walk, returned next morning before we left for London and could not stop buying the lovely cakes on show, very nice selection and pleasant staff

Aparcamos el coche en el aparcamiento del castillo y caminamos al café se colocan a Anne. Habiendo estado aquí el verano pasado, donde disfrutamos de una tarde encantadora en el sol que parecía repetir esta experiencia. Por desgracia, el tiempo tenía una idea diferente. Así que a planear un desayuno tarde en Auntie Anne's. Ambos elegimos un rollo de salchichas y huevos. Nos sentamos dentro, mirando el clima bastante soso. El interior estaba muy limpio y acogedor. Pronto nos sirven y disfrutamos de nuestra selección de comida y bebidas calientes. Bastante popular establecimiento, incluso en una aburrida mañana de marzo. Tengo ganas de volver y he recomendado Auntie Anne's a unos amigos ya como la ubicación, el personal y la comida son excelentes.

Metimos en un café, pero no pude resistir el tortas caseras, muy bueno! Mi mujer tenía el quiche, que ella también disfrutamos. Un entorno agradable, limpio y cómodo. El personal tenía grandes sonrisas, eran amables y el servicio era eficiente. En general, un pequeño lugar...

Had a lovely Yorkshire breakfast whilst staying in Helmsley. Well cooked, helpful staff and good service

The staff are super friendly and I can only come to Helmsley once a year but when I do I make sure I stop here and get a jam and buttercream Madeira cake, it's divine!

This is a lovely family run bakery with an Excellent choice of delicious cakes, breads & savouries. The cafe that is joint onto the side also sells the cakes from the shop.

Koffie met cake gehad hier. Vriendelijk personeel en lekkere koffie. Verschillend aanbod van cake, taart en scones.

Wonderful Bread and pastries from this delightful bakery/cafe, we drove to Helmsley especially to buy the Curd tart which we had previously sampled at theupir stall at Pickering Market. Lunch in the cafe was an added bonus. Warm welcome and friendly service in both bakery and cafe.

We have been buying products from this bakery for sometime now, always good grub bread cakes pies a very special bakery.

Popped in to see what was what, ended up buying a large chicken and ham pie, a large broccoli and cheese quiche and three pork pies. All I can say is they were all delicious, extremely tasty and wished I'd bought more.

The best pies you can eat, the best pastry of Helmsley and value for money.We ordered some pies for the evening and we went back the next day to get some more pies and cakes for the next evening in the Yorkshire Dales. SUPERB!

Torte, biscotti, ma anche salato.. Una vera meraviglia! Abbiamo preso una fetta di Victoria sponge Cake meravigliosa, alla modica cifra di 75 pence.. Mai avrei creduto possibile una cosa del genere! Davvero una bella tappa in quel di Hamsley! Andateci, non ve ne pentirete!

On a lovely day what better than the fresh pasties with lovely pastry. Triple chocolate shortbread and a carton of tea. Then sit in the Square in Helmsley and watch the world go by. Excellent bakery.

We visited the bakery, couldn't see any sandwiches so asked the young assistant. She said yes they did sell them and they were made to order. They were - fresh bread with delicious fillings, at a very reasonable price. There was l cheese scone left (which I love) - the owner pointed out that it was the day befores but to me that didn't matter. I cheekily asked if I could have it buttered so she said 'of course' and promptly did so and didn't charge - it's one of the best cheese scones I've ever had!We were all very impressed with the service and friendliness. The range of homemade cakes and biscuits is amazing. We certainly would visit again.

Aunty Ann's is old fashioned, good quality cakes, bakes and breads, very traditional and comforting foods! If I can't get to Helmsley I try to catch David, the wonderful son in law of aunty Ann"s on the Monday market in Pickering or in Kirbymoorside on a Wednesday! This little bakery made Helmsley proud by taking part in a TV series for Britain's best bakery!!

Bought a few products at this bakery over two visits. The bread was poor quality as it was flat (the rolls) and over baked. The cakes lacked volume and the one's we bought were no way near the quality of the one's we have previously bought from this bakery several years ago. Maybe we visited on bad days but overall we were disappointed and expected much more based on previous experiences.

Well, what more can I say than brilliant baking, cakes, bakes and breads at their best! Old fashioned, Yorkshire baking galore, Auntie Anne, Sue, David and the entire family are working as a team wonderfully together, producing fantastic foods! Pleasure to meet auntie Anne's David on local markets too, so we can always get our "fix"!!

Close by the castle and more of a bakery than a cafe but the food is worth standing for. Prize winning team of bakers so start with the bread and then work up to the cream cakes!

Food well cooked, good value and very good portion size. No corners cut..good tasty home cooking. Room to sit inside or out. One of my favourite places to eat.

Enjoyed a lovely cup of Yorkshire tea and slice of cake here during a trip to Helmsley; beautiful day for sitting outside and watching all the folks visiting on a busy Saturday; delicious and good value

Visited here with the intention of buying Breakfast. The manager was clearly training some new staff and was very pleasant and accommodating.I ordered the Full breakfast and my Mrs tried the Cheddar and Yorkshire Chutney toaster.At sub £7 for the breakfast I was surprised by the quality of the bacon and sausage. I can only guess they must be local though not advertised as such. A previous reviewer slated this item. I can only suggest it was either a bad day or things have changed.Back to the Toastie. I stole some and very tasty it was too. Amazing value as well.I'd recommend giving this place a whirl.

We decided to have a late breakfast at this café the Sunday we were in Helmsley, we ordered two hot sandwiches from the counter and two coffees, we waited for 30 minutes for the food and when we went back to the counter they looked surprised, after 40 minutes our food arrived, not very good at all, the bacon did not taste good at all, the bread was fresh so at least I had something, we told the staff but no response was offered, never again will we venture into this place

Never had a meal hear to this day but if they are anything like their pies they will be beautiful. The pastry on the pies is excellent.

We bought some lovely pies and cakes from here a few weeks ago when looking for wedding venues. Definitely worth a visit

Been here several times and it never let's you down. Steak pies are fantastic as are the quiche, also very good salads, best place in Helmsley for lunch! Be sure to get a curd tart to take home together, with a selection of cakes.

Looking for a nice place for a cuppa whilst visiting Helmsley. We found this Auntie Anne's tearoom welcoming and friendly. We liked the outdoor seating as it was a lovely afternoon, but indoor looked just as inviting with plenty of seating. It was pretty late in the afternoon, and they were down to serving tea and cakes but as that was all we wanted, the service was excellent so was the homemade Victoria sponge which was my diabetic husbands treat on his birthday........I did help him to eat it just for medical reasons !!! Lovely place, lovely cakes.

Was out for the day with my 94 year old Nan and 8 year old nephew. Called in for a pot of tea and cake in the morning. Good large pots, lovely curd and custard tarts and plenty of room for the wheelchair. Came back for a late lunch. Plate full of Yorkshire ham and chips and very good bacon and tomato roll with the trimmings. Very good place for a family lunch or afternoon tea. Nice staff and quick service.Will be visiting again

The best curd pies in the district -say no more . Friendly service. Seems to be well supported by locals which is always a good sign

Popped in here for afternoon tea and had lovely clotted cream teas and pastries. Good value about £25 for tea and cakes for 5 of us. Lovely setting and ideally placed between the castle and the town. Very hot inside but we ate outside - lovely environment.

Used this bakery for the 3 days that I was in helmsley - they do the best sandwiches, prawn salad and tuna Mayo with salad - really reasonable price and stuffed with loads of ingredients. Don't look further that this place for all of your picnic supplies!

Castlegate Bakery and Tea Room is a great place to stop for lunch in Helmsley. Everything is freshly prepared and good sized portions for lunch time.It's not just a simple sandwich or toastie, you get salad, relish etc as well. A real meal.Make sure you check out the specials board as there as some great dishes on there too.If it's a hot day don't miss the garden at the back, it's a lovely sheltered suntrap.Also at the back is the bakery so you can take some goodies home - the fruit slice is amazing!

Food was freshly prepared and hotExcellent serviceSpotlessly cleanBusy but comfortable to relaxNice tea garden and bakery

The little bakery is well worth a visit. The cafe is superb and there is a good variety of reasonably priced cakes plus breakfasts, meals, desserts, cream tea and drinks, inc alcohol. The chocolate gateau and the Victoria sandwich are musts.

Auch wenn man nur auf der Durchreise ist, oder gerade schon in einem der zahlreichen Cafés und Restaurants in Helmsley etwas gegessen hat. Man sollte sich bei Auntie Anne eindrecken für die nächste Mahlzeit. Köstliche Pasteten, Kuchen und Quiches. Kekse, Törtchen und Sandwiches, alles aus der eigenen Backstube. Eine große Auswahl an herzhaften und süßen Leckereien. Beste Qualität zu einem guten Preis. Neben dem Verkaufsraum gibt es auch ein Café. Schade, dass wir nicht noch mehr eingekauft haben!