Lords Courtyard

Lords Courtyard is a dynamic visitor multi-destination situated off the A65 near Settle, North Yorkshire. Transformed from a collection of traditional stone barns, it seamlessly combines a prestigious antiques centre, a contemporary art gallery, an active auction house, and an upscale restaurant and café.

Motorhome & Campervan Stopover Details

Lords Courtyard operates as a welcoming, day-use pitstop for motorhomes and campervans navigating the scenic routes of the Yorkshire Dales. 

• Daytime Parking: The venue features a massive, level car park that can easily accommodate large touring vehicles and caravans. 

• Departure Windows: Large motorhomes and caravans are permitted to park for free while utilizing the facilities, but must depart by 12:00 PM due to heavy daily customer use. 

• Overnight Restrictions: This is strictly a daytime stopover location rather than an overnight "Aire" or campsite. Vehicles cannot remain in the car park overnight. 

On-Site Facilities

The venue provides top-tier amenities designed to refresh long-distance drivers and leisure travellers: 

• EV Charging: An on-site electric vehicle charging point is available to top up your vehicle while you browse.

• Accessibility: Full wheelchair-accessible parking, dedicated entrances, and comprehensive disabled toilet facilities are available across the property.

• Dog-Friendly Policy: Furry companions are warmly welcomed inside both the shops and the café, making it highly popular for pet owners.

• Hours: The main showrooms, galleries, and toilet blocks are accessible from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, 7 days a week. 

Dining & Menus

The culinary hub at the courtyard is highly rated for its generous portions and sophisticated spin on British cooking. The café and restaurant spaces serve from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM daily. 

• The Menu: Offerings range from traditional full breakfasts and lighter sandwiches to elegant small sharing plates, Buddha bowls, and artisan desserts.

• Signature Dishes: Popular mains include rich venison ragout, pan-roasted chicken, and crispy pork belly served alongside hand-rolled egg pasta.

• Specialty Menus: The kitchen caters fully to vegetarian and vegan diets. Uniquely, they also feature a dedicated "doggy menu" for your pets.

• Sunday Carvery: Their traditional Sunday Roast is immensely popular with both locals and travelers; booking via the Lords Courtyard Café is highly advised.

• Takeaway Options: All food and hot drinks can be packaged to go, allowing campervan owners to enjoy premium meals right inside their vehicles. 

Local Information & Attractions

Lords Courtyard sits right on the border of the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park, serving as a strategic gateway to the region's top landmarks: 

• The Market Town of Settle: Located just over a mile north, this historic market town features bustling local pubs like the Craven Arms and Talbot Arms, independent shops, and the famous Settle-Carlisle Railway line. 

• Lords Auctions: The on-site auction house holds public sales approximately every three weeks, transforming the space into a buzzing hub of antique dealers and bargain hunters. 

• Ingleton Waterfalls & Caves: Following the A65 further west brings you toward Ingleton, home to spectacular waterfall trails, show caves, and the massive Lords Antiques & Salvage sister site.