We’ve got lots of exciting things happening at Country Harvest to celebrate the Queen’s 70th Jubilee, including:

• Union Jack cake; slices will be available in our coffee shop
• Our Coffee Shop will feature some Jubilee specials
• Our butchery party food packs will be returning for the Jubilee
• Jubilee BBQ packs – available now for pre-order
• BBQ/Picnic giveaway (keep an eye on our social media for details)

Jubilee BBQ Packs – available to pre-order NOW for collection from 30th May!

Party Food will return for the Jubilee!

Our ever-popular butchery party food that we usually do at Christmas, will be returning for the Jubilee.

Union Jack Jubilee Cake & Pavlova!

Some of the Queen’s favourites in our Coffee Shop!

Spinach & Sweet Potato Soup⠀

Coronation Chicken Jacket Potato⠀

Salmon & Watercress Quiche⠀

Venison Burger & Cranberry Sauce⠀

Union Jack Pavlova⠀

Union Jack Cake ⠀

Chocolate Biscuit Cake

We’ve got lots of Jubilee themed products in our Food Hall!

Keep an eye out on our social media for details of our BBQ/Picnic giveaway! The giveaway includes a BBQ grill, picnic blanket, picnic set and your choice of our 3 for £12 meat packs!

We hope to see you over the bank holiday for the celebrations!

Are you looking for a scenic and breathtakingly beautiful getaway this Summer? Good food, endless hiking opportunities, stunning views, popular attractions and lots of history; does that sound right up your street?

Then why not visit Yorkshire this Summer, they don’t call it ‘Gods Country’ for nothing!

Here are just a few spots that might tempt you to book that trip, or if you’re close enough, to inspire to plan a day out!

Waterfalls

Many people are oblivious to just how many waterfalls there are in Yorkshire – hint, there’s a lot!

Obviously, you’ve got the popular tourist spots (always worth a visit!) – Hardraw Force, Aysgarth Falls, and the famous Ingleton Waterfall trail, but Yorkshire has so many hidden gems worth adding to your list if you’re a keen waterfall chaser!

Wharfdale and Wensleydale in particular are home to many amazing waterfalls!

Ivelet Bridge, Swaledale

This old carriageway stone bridge is located in the hamlet of Ivelet in Swaledale. The narrow, single-span, bridge is dated back to the 16th century. Well worth a visit if you love scenic areas and history!

Bolton Abbey

The perfect day out for the whole family! There is so much to see; the priory church and ruins, stepping stones, Strid wood, the valley of desolation and much more. With many choices of walks and trails in this beautiful scenic area, why not take a picnic whilst enjoying the views or treat yourself to lunch in one of the tearooms.

You can book tickets here.

Hull Pot

Hull Pot is a stunning spot, not far from the summit of Pen-y-Ghent.

It’s a collapsed cavern but doesn’t have much to explore underground. It’s often dry but if you catch it after some rainfall you will experience a waterfall over the edge and very occasionally you may see it completely filled to the brim. Hull Pot is a spectacular sight from the top, measuring 300 ft long, 60 ft wide and 60 ft deep.

Avoid getting too close to the edge as there are no fences!

Ribblehead Viaduct

Undoubtedly on most people’s list to visit, the famous Ribblehead Viaduct lies at the base of the Yorkshire 3 peaks (Ingleborough, Pen-y-Ghent and Whernside) and is a must-see when visiting the Dales.

Whether you’re wanting a short stroll under the historic arches or a big hike with the panoramic views of the viaduct, you won’t be disappointed when visiting Ribblehead Viaduct.

Lots of free parking, which is always a bonus!

Yorkshire 3 peaks challenge

Many people flock to Yorkshire to hike the famous Yorkshire 3 Peaks – as mentioned above, Ingleborough, Pen-y-ghent and Whernside. The challenge itself is completing the 25-mile circuit, which covers all 3 mountains, in 12 hours or less.

If you don’t fancy tackling the challenge you could always hike them on separate days and still enjoy beautiful views of the rolling hills of the Yorkshire Dales. 3 fantastic hikes!

Buttertubs Pass

This breathtaking pass winds its way from Hawes in Wensleydale right over the tops to Thwaite in Swaledale, passing by the 20 meter deep potholes which is what buttertubs is famous for. With panoramic views of the surrounding fells and valleys, this beautiful road is 100% worth taking, whether it’s by car or if you’re brave enough to tackle it by bike or on foot!

Semerwater

Semerwater Lake is located just 4 miles outside of the popular honeypot town of Hawes, in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales.

Perfect for paddleboarding, kayaking, swimming and more, this scenic lake is the ideal spot for a day out with the family, especially if a picnic is packed! You could also take a campervan and stay the night (payment should be made at the farm near the car park).

Settle to Carlisle Railway

If you’re a fan of trains or scenic railways then you’ll be sure to enjoy the Settle to Carlisle line.

For travel information, tickets and train times click here.

You might even occasionally see the famous Flying Scotsman making its way through the Dales!

All photography: elliepaynephotography

Small and local businesses are at the heart of each community. You may think that they just need tourists to thrive as a business but reality is, they rely on locals just as much, especially out of season!

We’ve put together a few tips on how you can support your local businesses, like Country Harvest.

Feel free to share this on social media to help out other businesses and encourage others to support local!

Shop Local

The first obvious tip for supporting local business is shop local. This doesn’t necessarily mean all the time, but whenever you can, it is best to shop local and help support the businesses that surround your community. It may cost slightly more, but it does wonders for your community and helps keeps these businesses afloat.. which benefits locals and tourists!

Shopping for groceries in your local farm shop wherever you can is not only beneficial to your local economy but it’s usually much fresher and organic! You may also find lots of products you can’t find online, such as local small suppliers.

Word of mouth

If you love your local businesses, why not shout about them!

Telling your family, friends, colleagues etc, can be so helpful. Talking costs nothing and spreading the word about the businesses in your community could really help them thrive and increase their footfall.

More customers will also allow them to grow their business benefitting both tourists and locals as they can offer more products and services, provide more job opportunities and bring in more tourism to the area.

Social Media Support

Social Media is a crucial for businesses, as is the engagement from their followers. It might sound obvious but the more engagement they get on socials, the more people will see their post/page, therefore creating a wider audience (ultimately what most businesses want!).

So next time you’re scrolling past a post on Facebook or Instagram posted by a local business, why not give it a like, share or comment, to help them out – they will definitely appreciate all the help they can get! And let’s be honest, we spend hours scrolling through social platforms, it would only take a second to engage with a local business post and help widen their reach.

Sign up to their newsletter

Not only is this a great way of keeping up to date with the local businesses that you love, it will often benefit you with sales, discounts, events and giveaway notifications which a lot of businesses do include in their newsletters.

Subscribing to their mailing list won’t cost you anything and it will help them grow as a business.

Reviews

A lot of people research reviews when searching for things to do/places to visit. But if people didn’t leave reviews for businesses then others wouldn’t have an indication of what to expect.

So, next time you visit somewhere that you love, consider taking 2 minutes out of your day to review them – Google reviews, Facebook and Trip Advisor are all helpful ways to support them. It will help them rank higher and therefore be found by new potential customers.

You may be thinking these tips are ‘obvious’ but it’s surprising how many people forget to do them, especially for businesses they visit regularly!

So what are you going to do to support your local business…?

With Mothers Day just around the corner, we thought it would be nice to share some gift inspiration from our Gift, Clothing and Food halls at Country Harvest.

Whether you’re looking to splash out or find something small and special, we’ve got the perfect gift for all budgets and tastes. So pop down to Country Harvest and browse our selection!

Here are just a few of our gift ideas available at Country Harvest:

• Handbags & Purses
• Scarves & Hats
• Spring clothing
• Pamper gift sets
• Lighting decor
• Sweet treats
• Chocolates
• Unique homeware
• Jewellery
• Gin gift sets
• Candles & Diffusers
• Soaps & Lotions

You’ve got to be in it to win it!

Here at Country Harvest, we like to give back to our customers in as many ways as we can. As a thank you to our loyal newsletter subscribers we are going to be doing a monthly newsletter draw, and one of you lucky subscribers will be selected at random to win a prize.

There’s no catch, sign up below with your name & email to be in with a chance of winning prizes each month!

After a lot of ideas, planning, and hard work, we have completed the refurbishments and are back open as normal!

We absolutely LOVE the end result, our coffee shop definitely needed a refresh and we’ve chosen a more rustic farm shop look featuring greenery and plants hanging from our beautiful beams. We’ve had amazing feedback so far from customers who have already seen it and we’d love to know what YOU think!

Our Coffee Shop: Before & After:

Butchery & Delicatessen

Our Butchery & Deli counter also has a completely new look! We’ve replaced the tired paintwork and blackboards with shiny new modern tiles with new retro signage and copper lighting.

Food Hall

Our food hall has had a few new touches too, and we’d love you to come and see!

We’d love to know your thoughts on the newly refurbished Country Harvest! Let us know via social media or in person! Click here for Facebook & here for Instagram.

If you want to keep up to date with all things Country Harvest sign up to our newsletter below.

Are you struggling with what to buy your loved ones for Christmas this year, or just looking for some gift inspiration?

Country Harvest has you covered, with this gift and inspiration guide for the festive season. Gifts ranging from just £3.99, all purchasable in-store and some available to buy from our online shop. Happy shopping!

Wildlife Mug Set 

Alex Clark, Fine china, set of 4, microwave and dishwasher safe

Price – £25

Yorkshire Dales Walking Guide 

This ‘Making Tracks’ walking guide is aimed at children aged 5 – 11 and will encourage them to explore the outdoors and have fun. It includes the Country code and suitable hiking tips and clothing advice. We also have a Lake District version of ‘Making Tracks’. Both available in store and online.

Price – £11.95

Brandwell headband + giftbox 

Treat your loved one to a chunky knit LED headband to keep them toasty and safe in the colder months. I’m sure you’ll know someone who’ll love this fashionable accessory!

Price – £20.00

Brandwell bobblehat + giftbox

Do you know someone who loves accessories? Then this is the perfect gift this Christmas! Detailed bobble hat which comes in a beautiful gift box.

Price – £25.00

Jourmaepourri

For those home decor lovers, Jourmaepourri is the perfect gift to add a touch of Autumn/Winter to any room in the house. We have Jourmaepourri garlands, wreaths, ready-made bags and a ‘Make it yourself’ option. Plenty to choose from, and they all smell amazing!

Price – from £3.99

Wrendale 2022 diaries

You can’t go wrong with a diary planner for Christmas, it’s a necessity and these cute Wrendale designs are sure to make your loved one smile. Featuring brand new designs from Hannah Dale!

Price – £12.00 (also available in different designs as a smaller pocket-sized diary)

Add a bit of fun to your indoor and outdoor plant pots. Pot Buddies are used widely with indoor pots and planters, vases, mirrors, lamps, fruit bowls or indeed anything with a ‘lip’ that he can hang on to! The Hedgehog is an ideal gift for garden and animal lovers alike. We also have plenty of other animals to choose from.

Price – £12.00

Ibeanie Quishion

For those that like comfort or feel the cold more than others, the ibeanie Quishion is a great gift to keep them cosy this winter. It can be used as a quilt, blanket or cushion – just fold it and zip it! Cushion – 45cm x 45cm. Quilt – 190cm x 140cm.

Price – £25.99

Jardinopia Potty Feet – Peter Rabbit 

If you know any gardening or plant lovers then potty feet is a great unique gift for them. These plant pot holders come in packs of 3 or more (we have a large selection in-store and online) and are designed for indoor and outdoor use.

Price – £21.99 (set of 3)

Pintail candles

Candles are an essential piece of home decor, especially during the festive season! Treat your friends and family to a beautifully scented Pintail candle.

Price – Small: £5.99     Large: £14.99

‘Smart Ass’ Board Game

Fun for all the family, a fast-paced party game for 2-8 players. Age range – 12+. Be the first to answer who, what, where and who am i questions and race your way to be crowned the winnner.

Price – £29.00

Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 piece)

Keep your loved ones entertained this festive season with a high-quality jigsaw puzzle. We offer a huge variety to choose from in-store and there are a selection on our online shop.

Price – £17.99

Food & drink gifts

Ginger Hamper

Treat your loved ones to a Country Harvest hamper full of Ginger, sweet & savoury goodies. Products may vary slightly depending on stock.

We have a wide variety of hampers available, so if ginger isn’t for you, we have many others to choose from! (Prices will vary)

Ginger hamper price – £27.50

Gluten-free hamper

If you’re buying for someone who is gluten-free, why not treat them to a gluten-free hamper full of goodies!

Price – £30.00

Indian Spice Tin

If you know someone who likes spending time in the kitchen, this Indian Spice Tin, featuring 9 fragrant spices, would make the perfect gift.

Price – £29.99

Gingerbread Liqueur 

Butterscotch and ginger taste, available in 2 sizes.

Price – 20cl: £13.95     50cl: £24.99

Gin set of 3 gift set

Price – £47.95

Toffee Apple Vodka

Available in small and large bottles. ‘A smooth blend of vodka, caramel & apple created in the English Lake District’.

Price: Small (50ml) – £4.99  Large (500ml) – £22.99

Cuckoo Gin Set of 4 + tonics 

Price – £29.99

Country Harvest Gift Card 

If you know someone who simply loves Country Harvest, or farm shops in general, then give them free reign and give them a Gift Card to spend in-store.

Price – £5 – £100

We’ve had a very busy summer here at Country Harvest and we can’t thank our customers enough for your continued support throughout this difficult year. Now Autumn is here, the colder, cosy nights are rolling in and the countdown to Christmas is looming in the not so distant future, this means 1 thing – the Christmas Cabin! 

Christmas Cabin now open!

The Country Harvest elves have been working hard to create a winter wonderland full of festive decor, lights, trees, and everything else to make your Christmas magical and they can’t wait to welcome you again this year. The Cabin is open 7 days a week until January, so come on down and splash out on Christmas cheer.

NEW IN: Autumn/Winter clothing 

We have some fab new Autumn – Winter ranges filling our shelves this year, from Joules, Regatta, Marble of Scotland, Seasalt and Alice Collins. Perfect to keep yourself or a loved one cosy as we approach the festive season, with plenty of burgundys, oranges, reds giving the clothing hall that perfect Autumnal feeling.

Our Clothing & Gift Hall manager, Anna Blank recommends a heatable jacket this season. It’s the perfect jacket to keep you cosy during the colder months – the Voltera waterproof heated jacket by Regatta. It comes with a free battery pack, lasting up to 6 hours. It’s waterproof and breathable with 3-temperature settings.

Festive Bakes

At Country Harvest we have a great variety of treats to choose from during the festive months; delicious fruit cake, plain or iced, mouth-watering mince pies or our indulgent stollen. These are just a few of our Christmas lines not to be missed. All baked to perfection in our bakery on Station Road, High Bentham. They are also available in-store at Country Harvest!

Pintail Candles

Fill your home with beautiful scents as we are now stocking Pintail Candles. They’re perfect to treat yourself with or a loved one as we approach the cosy autumn nights and they make great stocking fillers at Christmas!

Small candles – £5.99, Large candles – £14.99

Why not come and visit Country Harvest this Autumn

We’ve got plenty of new food lines, clothing and gifts filling our shelves and of course, the Christmas Cabin is bursting with festive decor. Our Christmas brochures are also now flying out the door so come and pick yours up today – vouchers on the back page as usual and a festive gift guide inside if you’re stuck with what to buy your loved ones this year. Our coffee shop is always warm and inviting, serving hot meals and drinks every day (9am – 4:30) ready to be enjoyed after an Autumnal walk.

Don’t forget to follow us on our socials for regular news, content and giveaways! 

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A Country Harvest Afternoon Tea!

Come and enjoy a Yorkshire Afternoon Tea at Country Harvest as we celebrate a popular national week. Everybody loves tea and cake right!?

Afternoon Tea Prices:

Click here to view our full Coffee Shop Menu. 

It’s been a busy month here at Country Harvest! We’ve finally been blessed with some gorgeous summer weather and sold plenty of ice cream and BBQ sales as everyone is out and about enjoying the sun! Restrictions have eased, allowing us more freedom, although we are still encouraging customers to wear face masks and adhere to social distancing rules to ensure the safety of our staff and customers.

British Summertime

Summer is here, schools are breaking up for the holidays and it’s finally BBQ season! We have lots of summery things to buy, eat and drink here at Country Harvest; our Outdoor Living Cabin sells Brymor Ice-cream and a range of outdoor furniture, and we have a huge variety of BBQ food available to buy from our award-winning butchery department.

We’re offering 3 for £12 on a large selection of meats, so why not pop by and get grilling for your family and friends. We do sell disposable BBQ’s, but they’re flying off the shelves so make sure you’re quick!

Huge Summer Sales

We currently have a half-price sale running in the main clothing hall – Joules, Seasalt, Marble of Scotland & Alice Collins! In the Outdoor Living Cabin, we have 25% off garden furniture and water features, and up to 75% off Regatta clothing. Great brands at great prices, available online and in-store.

New local gin: Stormy Bay

We’re excited to be stocking a new local gin, Stormy Bay. Available to buy from our Food Hall, four refreshing flavours: Raspberry and Rhubarb, Mango and Lime, Valencia Orange, and their original signature gin. Stormy Bay Gin is based in Morecambe Bay, and we love supporting local businesses! We’re confident everyone is going to love them (especially in this weather!).

New local fudge: Hawkshead Relish Company

We are now stocking a new line of Fudge from local business, Hawkshead Relish Company! A range of flavours, including Rum & Raison, White Chocolate, Butter, Salted Caramel.

Are you following us on social media?

If you don’t want to miss out on any Country Harvest news then drop us a follow on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to keep up to date with everything we get up to; including local news, regular giveaways and huge sales you don’t want to miss! We’ve currently got a Gin giveaway running on Instagram and Facebook until the 9th of August so what are you waiting for, go and enter!

If you would like to join the Country Harvest team, check out our vacancies here.