The Carding Shed

The Carding Shed

Discover a unique destination in Holmfirth, combining a charming cafe with a fascinating collection of classic cars and automobilia.

The Carding Shed, nestled in Washpit Mills, Holmfirth, offers a truly distinctive experience for visitors to Yorkshire. More than just a cafe, it’s a captivating destination that expertly blends a popular eatery with a fascinating classic car showroom and a treasure trove of automobilia. Known by many as a delightful hidden gem, it promises an enjoyable visit for car enthusiasts and food lovers alike.

Visitors can indulge in a range of delicious offerings at the cafe, celebrated for its friendly service, excellent pots of tea served in vintage porcelain, and hearty meals such as their renowned steak pie. Beyond the culinary delights, explore the thoughtfully curated showroom featuring a modest yet impressive display of classic vehicles. The business also offers a selection of unique automobilia. With an impressive Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 2,200 reviews, the welcoming atmosphere and unique appeal are consistently praised.

Visiting Information

The Carding Shed is open Wednesday to Sunday, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The venue is committed to accessibility, offering wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, restrooms, and seating, ensuring a comfortable visit for all. For convenience, a variety of payment options are accepted, including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC payments.

4.5

from 2,217 reviews

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Showing 5 of 2,217 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 1 February 2026.

Anonymous
5/5
6 months ago

My brother found this place for a Father's Day Treat for himself, my husband and our Dad from Google maps so hopefully this review will help other people find it. It's such a hidden gem. The cafe is like the TARDIS in that I thought it would be a little run down thing from the outside but once you step in, the size and the decor and the cars really take you back. It's amazing. My little boy had the kids picnic bench things which he loved. I has the pulled pork sandwich which was comfort food heaven. And the cakes 🤤 Service was slightly slow, but it's homemade cooked food so you expect it but we had an excitable 4 year old with us so thankfully there's enough around to keep him entertained too. We'll definitely be back and I've already started recommending it to friends.

Anonymous
5/5
7 months ago

I'll be honest, I was expecting a small(ish) warehouse with some cars and a few tables and chairs. In reality, it's a lot better than that. The showroom is a separate room and has a modest display of vehicles and a viewing area into the garage. While it may be modest, it is displayed really well. Next to it is a really large restaurant area where the display continues, especially when it comes to classic signs. Even the hall to the toilet has something to look at with the many model/toy cars on displayed. Unlike many themed places, the food was actually really good and the service right up there with the best. I'm going to say I'm very impressed with the way they handled 8 of us. I'm looking forward to returning, especially when they have a market on.

Anonymous
5/5
4 months ago

Very friendly service, excellent pot of tea all served in vintage porcelain, great steak pie served with garden peas and chips, well worth the wait. Only problem is there doesn’t seem to be any internet either from a mast or in-house Wi-Fi

Anonymous
5/5
a year ago

Car nostalgia and great food! A must for motorcar enthusiasts with a car display spanning from a Porsche 964, BMW 2002 TI I, a TV7 through to a mark one Transit. There is also a restoration service with their exquisite craft on display. The food and service was excellent. We opted for a breakfast muffin and a hanging chicken kebab alongside a perfect coffee. There is plenty of onsite parking and rest room facilities. I recommend visiting and look forward to returning.

Anonymous
5/5
a month ago

Really nice place with cool cars and tasty food. Worth to visit.

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📍 Washpit Mills, Holmfirth HD9 2RD, UK

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Washpit Mills, Holmfirth HD9 2RD, UK

Opening Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

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