Betty's Vintage Hut in Craven

Travelling across from Lancashire into Yorkshire we took the very scenic route and on a lovely October afternoon we eventually arrived at Betty’s Vintage Hut where we were warmly greeted by Ann the proprietress. After letting our two black Flat Coated Retrievers have a quick leg stretch, we were soon seated in the vintage hut and the cake stands were piled high with delicious looking goodies and plates of sandwiches. Tea and hot water came in huge pots and I don’t know why it tastes better from china cups, but it does! Everything we ate was delicious, fresh and home made. Ann was very thoughtful and caring with just the right amount of attentiveness. We had the company of a group of four delightful ladies which added to our enjoyment and easy conversation flowed between us and Ann, making the whole experience one we will fondly remember. We all came away with boxes of the surplus food we hadn’t managed to consume and memories of a lovely afternoon. Very well done Ann.

The best afternoon tea ever! The end! A stunning location with the most beautiful food and lots of tea refills! Cannot get any better!

We had afternoon tea here to celebrate my birthday. We asked for meat free and Ann gave us a lovely selection of savoury & sweet treats. We were full before we finished, so Ann gave us a box to take them home. Ann is a wonderful baker & we couldn't fault anything, her service is great ! The location feels like the "back of beyond" 😃 when you are driving there but when we were driving there we saw some stunning Yorkshire Dales scenery on the way. The tea hut has a lovely view also. You won't be disappointed I can assure you. Thank you Ann !

We went to Betty's with a small group of family and friends. We had the vintage hut to ourselves and were thoroughly spoilt by Ann, the owner. The sandwiches, savouries, cakes and pastries were delicious and all hand made by Ann. The chocolate flower pots with carrots were a particular favourites (all edible!). The whole place was beautifully decorated with an Easter bunny theme. Unfortunately the weather wasn't good when we went (it is Yorkshire after all!) but the views along the way and from the hut were stunning. Well worth seeking out and highly recommended.

We love the afternoon tea experience and you will not be disappointed, it’s a beautiful drive to Betty’s Vintage hut. The savouries, sandwiches and delicious cakes were outstanding and Ann is so friendly and helpful, nothing is a problem at all. The Vintage hut is bright, clean and warm as there is a log burner which is toasty warm and welcoming. It’s dog friendly so will be taking our four legged friend on our next visit, definitely worth a visit and a long walk to burn up the calories.

Booked afternoon tea with my Family. Hosts were great and the spread was superb. Would visit again !

Afternoon Tea 6th August was perfect for my wife it was her birthday and she is gluten free.We really enjoyed our afternoon tea,set in picturesque location the dales at their best.Weather behaved itself.

Wow!!! Everything served to us was absolutely delicious. Ann was so friendly and nothing was too much trouble. Took a box of goodies home with us as couldn’t eat it all. Views absolutely stunning too.

Absolutely amazing afternoon tea! Ann is very talented and a wonderful host! We were warmly welcomed, wowed at the selection and had no time pressure placed upon us to leave. Would very much recommend!

This afternoon tea was lovely, excellent selection of savoury items and the sweet items were amazing, we enjoyed all of it! The hut is beautiful, gorgeous scenery. Ann and her husband were the perfect hosts nothing was too much trouble, so welcoming. I would recommend to anyone, absolutely amazing ☺️

What a gorgeous place, with stunning countryside views; my son and I had a lovely time. The Afternoon tea was brilliant, there was a large selection of food, both savoury and sweet, and it was all absolutely delicious. The owner is very attentive, but not obtrusive, and explains (if needed) what she has prepared for you. She makes you feel really welcome and comfortable. The atmosphere inside the Shepherd's Hut is like going back to a time when the pace of life was much gentler, with all the lovely tablecloths, cups & saucers, cake stands, and bunting/decorations. This place is a little gem that you want to keep a secret so only you know about it, but on the other hand, it's such a lovely place to go, that you can't help telling everyone about it!! Will definitely go again, my son and I really enjoyed ourselves. Fabulous!

Betty's Vintage Hut is a fabulous experience! We brought our Italian friends for an afternoon tea and it was the highlight of their holiday. The tea is plentiful and exquisite, and the location is stunning. Betty is lovely and in terms of afternoon tea, it's great value for money. Highly recommend!

Lovely visit to the Betty's Vintage Hut, Afternoon tea was absolutely gorgeous 👌 great location, great value for money,great service and a Ann was a great host👌👌 thank you Nancy & Stuart

Went here a gift to my parents for their anniversary. Anne is lovely and a great hostess, nothing is a problem for her and she had a nice chat with us and made us welcome. The cakes, scones, sandwiches and other treats were delicious and homemade! With great variety to choose from, we still were stuffed so took a box home to enjoy, Very good price for a great experience, would recommend to everyone! Not to mention, a quirky and stunning location.

Decided on this after my colleague at work had been and gave a great review.The freshness and quality of the food was second to none.A lovely drive also from Skipton, and we had a nice chat with our host .Thank you

I searched a long time to find something different and very special as part of my daughter's hen do. Betty's Vintage Hut exceeded all our expectations. The Shepherds Hut is an absolute delight. The vintage decor is perfect: authentic, stylish and so pretty. It is in a stunning location. The views down the valley from the hut are to die for!! We all agreed that we haven't had a better afternoon tea anywhere. There was a beautiful, very full table of treats, all homemade by Ann and really top class. The chutney was superb. We were looked after so well by Ann who kept us topped up with coffee and tea throughout the afternoon and was the perfect host. She went the extra mile for us which we were all really grateful for as we had a few problems with the arrangements and with getting there. We travelled a long way but it was absolutely 100% worth it. We were kept entertained by the beautiful hens in the garden and left on a real high. Thank you Ann for a wonderful afternoon.

Lovely and quite different experience. Quality of Ann's baking is fantastic and she is a great host. Best value for money afternoon tea that you could wish for.

Chef's kiss. The most amazing afternoon tea I've ever had. It is no coincidence that all reviews are 5 stars, everything freshly made with amazing flavours. Anne was a very accommodating host and a lovely person. Will definitely be back.

Brilliant afternoon tea with fantastic hospitality from Ann. Made to feel very welcome & nothing too much trouble. Especially delighted with my gluten free afternoon tea, definitely the best I’ve ever had. Highly recommended!

Can't praise enough Ann enough for what she has done to make this special but not feel overbearing or too formal. I was treated for my upcoming 50th by friends and Ann catered for an 11-year old as well. All the flavours were well thought...

A fantastic afternoon tea, amazing food, scenery and a lovely host. It was our second trip here and we will definitely be back. Thank You

I saw Betty's Vintage Hut on Facebook and was impressed by the reviews. I can honestly say that the food, atmosphere, and Ann's hospitality is absolutely second to none. My friend and I went for a birthday treat and loved every minute of it. Please...

Wow! Wow! Wow! An amazing experience from start to finish. Delicious, scrumptious, hand baked displays of wonderfulness. Phone and book yourself in, you'll not be disappointed.

Had the most wonderful afternoon Tea here - Ann the owner is a lovely local lady who serves fantastic food in her beautifully decorated shepherds hut. At the moment she only accepts one booking a day so it is covid safe - only your party,...

If you are being especially careful during COVID but want a wonderful day out, this is THE PERFECT location. Ann only takes one booking each day and is scrupulous in preparing the venue. This is a charming shepherd’s hut prettily decorated and surrounded by stunning...

Wow! Delicious! Excellent, friendly, warm and inviting and dog friendly 💕 Highly recommended! Well worth a visit to this beautiful location 🥰

The fantastic journey and scenery on the way is only the start of the amazing experience that is Betty’s Vintage Hut. Everything, and I mean everything, is perfect. Ann is just the best hostess, and her attentiveness and attention to detail in everything she does...

My family and I enjoyed a wonderful feast this afternoon. The table was full of beautiful homemade delights from gorgeous cakes, scones, macaroons, sandwiches and savoury bites. Everything tasted absolutely delicious. Ann is truly a wonderful baker and delightful host. She was even happy for...

This is my second review of Betty's vintage hut, but well deserved. This time I went with my daughter who is coeliac, not a problem for Ann. She produced the most amazing gluten free afternoon tea which looked beautiful and just like mine. Usually the...

A beautifully cosy and welcoming shepherd's hut set in a stunning Yorkshire Dales location. So many delicious flavours and excellent service provided by Anne. Looking forward to a repeat visit soon.

My partner took me here to propose and it was a lovely experience. Anne had given us exclusive use of the caravan and had everything set out ready for us. She had made all the food herself and it was all delicious. There was a...

Yesterday our family enjoyed the most beautiful, scrumptious wedding buffet we have ever eaten. Beautiful to look at and both savoury and sweet bites catered for everyone’s tastes, including vegan options. There was a plentiful display. Unfortunately I was too full to try each and...

Wow! - what a wonderful afternoon tea we enjoyed as our family party of 6 and a baby in a high chair settled into the shepherd's hut in Litton. It took a bit of finding but oh my word it was worth it. You need...

We travelled today all the way from Barnsley but it was so worth the journey. First the setting is gorgeous then you see the shepherds hut which is fabulous, now on to the main event the food. Where do I start? It's all beautifully presented,...

We had a fantastic afternoon tea at Betty's Vintage Hut, all freshly prepared by Ann who is a great host. What a selection you receive, sandwiches savouries and a great selection of cakes and scones with fresh cream and jam. A quirky setting In a...

What a fabulous afternoon at this wonderful place. My friends surprised me with a afternoon tea to celebrate my birthday . It was perfect in every way . Ann couldn’t have been a better host . The food was amazing , by far the best...

Visited this lovely vintage hut today. The food was delicious and the service first class. The location is in a beautiful part of the dales and We are already looking forward to our next visit.

Wonderful setting, venue and food. A delightful afternoon with the most delicious and perfect afternoon tea. Plenty of home cooked food, tea and coffee. All baked and prepared by the lovely Ann who couldn’t have been more accommodating. The hut is a fabulous unique, venue...