If you've visited us in previous seasons, you may remember that we offer an Afternoon Tea experience. This year, we've been excited to announce some changes at Yorkshire Lavender - including our new Tea Room partners Harri & Ed, who bring a fresh menu with so many delicious new dishes to try. While there's lots of new additions to tuck into, Afternoon Teas and Picnics are still firmly on the menu. Here's everything you need to know about booking Afternoon Tea at Yorkshire La

Fresh new changes to the Tea Room as we welcome By Harri & Ed

There’s something quietly comforting about a home that smells beautiful the moment you walk in. One of the simplest ways to achieve this is with a reed diffuser — a natural, flame-free way to fragrance your space. A reed diffuser works by placing natural reeds into a bottle of scented oil. The reeds draw the oil up through their tiny channels and gently release the fragrance into the air. Unlike candles or electric diffusers, reed diffusers require no heat or power, meaning t

Tips and things to keep in mind when bringing your dog to Yorkshire Lavender

After the 2025 season, we were contacted by writer and poet Andrew Jackson of @thenewbuildmanifesto who kindly shared his reflections of visits to Yorkshire Lavender. Grab a cuppa, settle in and let his writing take you on a journey of the senses ... Lavender on the Hill: A Visit to Yorkshire Lavender near Castle Howard In the soft light of a Yorkshire morning, where the Howardian Hills rise and fall like the folds of a sleeping animal, there lies a slope covered in violet b

Our much loved soap making workshops return for 2026

Valentine’s Day is all about thoughtful moments, meaningful gifts, and showing the people you love just how much they mean to you. This year, skip the predictable chocolates and flowers and give something that truly delights the senses. To make it even sweeter, we’re offering 35% off our favourite Yorkshire Lavender products  – perfect for creating calm, comfort, and a little everyday luxury. 💆‍♀️ Treat Them to a Moment of Relaxation Nothing says “I care” quite like a relaxi

Writing this in the depths of January, it's hard to imagine that in just a few months time we'll all be walking around in short sleeves, feeling the sun on our skin and enjoying all the the season has to offer. But it will come, and for us at Yorkshire Lavender, the fun starts a little sooner with an earlier opening date this year of 1st April 2026! We're so excited to open the gardens again for the 2026 season, starting on Wednesday 1st April. And as we prepare for opening,

One of our most popular creative session, our fabulous wreath workshops are back again for the 2026 season. Head Gardener Julia will take you through all the steps to creating a stunning showcase of seasonal lavender (and later in the season, autumnal seed heads and willow) perfect for dressing up your doorway and celebrating the best of what nature has to offer from the garden! A fun, creative and relaxing session, you'll learn how to arrange dried lavender, and other attrac

How could lavender help keep your skin healthy through the colder months?

When the world moves quickly, choosing to slow down can feel like a quiet rebellion. We see it every season: people lingering a little longer, breathing a little deeper, and leaving with more than just photographs. They leave with moments. As we look ahead to 2026, we’re inviting you to build a bucket list that isn’t about doing more, but about remembering better . Experiences that stay with you. Memories you can touch, revisit, and relive. Here are a few gentle ideas to insp

If you're looking for a pit stop among the Christmas shopping madness, why not stop by for our Late Shopping Evening  We'll be open between 5:30pm - 8pm on Thursday 18th December where you can stock up on gifts and stocking fillers in the Yorkshire Lavender shop.   We have everything from little treats like lip balms, essential oils, jams, slumber gel and muscle rub to luxurious gift sets, packed with everything needed to treat someone special to the ultimate relaxation. Not

Whether you're the super organised one, or a last minute scrambler, it's always helpful to know how long you have left to get those last minute gifts ordered before it's too late! When to Place Your Order for Delivery before Christmas All orders placed between Monday 15th December and 5pm Thursday 18th December will be sent our via First Class post with Royal Mail. This should allow enough time for your order to arrive at it's destination in time for Christmas. Although we d

If you missed our Christmas Wreath workshop, or fancy getting creative over the Christmas period, we have something special for you! Head gardener Julia has been harvesting fresh Winter foliage from the gardens to create our Christmas Wreath Kits. Containing everything you need to craft a stunning display to hang with pride, our kits are bursting with fresh seasonal foliage, including: Yew Golden Confider Flowering Ivy Eucalyptus Various Holly Phlomis Curry Plant Budded Twigs

Tis the season to be extra jolly. Why? Because we've got twelve days of festive fun coming your way. Get your hands on our best-loved Yorkshire Lavender gifts, goodies and stocking fillers with a different discount each day. Between 1st and 12th December, on our Facebook and Instagram accounts, we'll be revealing a new daily discount. From buy-one-get-one-free offers to free gifts and postage, there'll be something yule love (sorry!) every day. But you have to be quick.

If you're looking for a little pit stop among the Christmas shopping madness, why not stop by for our Christmas Pop Up weekend? We'll be open between 10am - 2pm on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th December where you can stock up on gifts and stocking fillers in the Yorkshire Lavender shop - we have everything from little treats like lip balms, essential oils, jams, slumber gel and muscle rub to luxurious gift sets, packed with everything needed to treat someone special to the ult

There’s something special about handmade gifts, especially at Christmas. They feel thoughtful, personal, and infused with the time and care it took to make them. And if you’re looking for a simple ingredient that turns almost anything into a soothing, sensorial treat, dried lavender is pure gold. Its calming scent, soft purple hues, and rustic charm make it the perfect star of heartfelt homemade presents. Here are some lovely, easy gift ideas you can craft with just a handful

As the golden hues of autumn give way to winter’s crisp chill, we find ourselves reaching for scarves, woolly socks, and cosy cups of tea. But while we wrap up warm, there’s one part of us that often gets forgotten — our hands. At Yorkshire Lavender , we know a thing or two about caring for skin that’s exposed to the elements. Between tending the lavender fields year round, through the elements, and bottling our natural lavender oil, we’ve learned how to keep hardworking hand

How could lavender help keep your skin healthy through the colder months?

We may only be in October, but we all know how fast Christmas comes around! As we start to get into the seasonal swing, we're getting...