The Stables Kitchen

Hopetoun House’s beautifully restored 18th-century Adam Stables is home to the Stables Kitchen. A cosy café offering a relaxed, dog-friendly setting and a delicious counter service menu. Featuring homemade bakes, fresh light lunches, and artisan coffee. Only a few miles from Edinburgh, you can escape to another world and soak up the relaxed atmosphere within a spectacular setting.

Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome to join you in the Stables and can even enjoy a tasty treat from their own Posh Pooch Menu.

With no reservations required and a welcoming counter service, it’s the perfect stop for visitors, walkers, and families exploring the House and Grounds.

Afternoon Tea at the Stables Kitchen 

For a special celebration, treat someone to a unique experience in style, and book a bespoke Afternoon Tea at the Stables Kitchen.

Our Afternoon Tea is a gourmet delight offering filled sandwiches, homemade fruit scones with lashings of cream and strawberry jam, along with a fabulous assortment of freshly made savoury and sweet treats. Afternoon Tea will be available during opening hours, from Thursday – Monday.

We offer a sitting at 2pm, 2.15pm & 2.30pm, and the tables are booked for 2 hours.

Pre booking is required. Please complete the form below.

Price: £30.00 per person (Adults)

We can also offer a children’s Afternoon Tea menu at £15pp for those joining with adults.

Please note that the Stables Kitchen is a counter service café. It is only possible to pre-book Afternoon Tea.

We are no longer accepting enquiries for Afternoon Tea at the Stables in 2025. Our 2026 visitor season starts on Friday 3rd April 2026.

If you are interested in the Festive Afternoon Tea & Ticket package for the 2025 Hopetoun House Christmas Shopping Fair. Please book here