Planning on making the most of this summer sunshine with family days out? We don’t blame you. It’s a rare occurrence, after all, with the British weather usually storing up days’ worth of torrential rain. From beachside farms to the perfect places to cool off in the city, we’ve rounded up the best Yorkshire ice cream parlours to try with family while the sun is shining.
Whether you’re heading out into the Yorkshire Dales or enjoying summer days by the beach, there are some fantastic Yorkshire ice cream parlours to visit with your family. We love the classics, such as mint choc chip, a delicious chocolate ice cream or just classic vanilla, but there are some crazy creations these days. So, make sure you head out and support these brilliant Yorkshire ice cream parlours this summer.
So, what are the best Yorkshire ice cream parlours?
1. Mr. Moos, Skipsea
A beachside ice cream parlour known for its Skipsea-made ice creams, Mr. Moo’s is home to over thirty flavours, providing a little bit of something for everyone. We’re talking banoffee, salted caramel, Irish cream, marzipan, Oreo vanilla and even chocolate orange, as well as drool-worthy desserts including pancakes, waffles, sundaes and cookie/ice cream stacks.
The East Yorkshire ice cream parlour is an absolute favourite here at The Yorkshireman, not only because of their delicious ice cream made right there on the farm, but because they’ve even developed a family-friendly walk down to the beach, which is great for walking off your ice creams.
Mr. Moos, Hornsea Rd, Skipsea, Driffield, YO25 8SY.
2. Yummy Yorkshire, Denby Dale
A popular spot found near Denby Dale, Yummy Yorkshire not only serves up seriously tasty ice creams, but also houses a fantastic restaurant, which is beautifully decorated with cosy yet industrial touches.
The ice cream is made on-site at their very own dairy farm, with endless flavours including Yorkshire Parkin, Jaffa Cake, rhubarb ripple and Dime Bar. No wonder its one of Yorkshire’s best ice cream parlours.
Guests can also enjoy proper traditional puds in the restaurant, as well as huge burgers, sandwiches, and so much more. There’s a reason this place is so popular, and it’s because everything is so delicious.
Yummy Yorkshire, Delph House Farm, High Flatts, Denby Dale, Huddersfield, HD8 8XY.
3. Billy Bob’s Parlour, Skipton
Billy Bob’s Parlour is a fantastic place to visit, particularly if you have children. One thing is for sure, if you visit this place, you won’t leave hungry.
Boasting a very well-executed retro theme, which nods right back to the 1950s, the venue is part parlour-part diner, with tons of ice cream desserts to try, lots of flavours, and even nostalgic American grub such as hot dogs, burgers and fries.
If that wasn’t enough already, the parlour is also home to an epic adventure playground, as well as two indoor play barns for when the weather’s a bit grey out.
Billy Bob’s Parlour, Calm Slate Farm, BD23 6EU.
4. William’s Den, North Cave
Found in the heart of the Yorkshire Wolds, William’s Den is not only a fantastic kids’ play area, but it also boasts a brilliant café and restaurant serving up top-notch food and drink. A particular highlight? The Yorkshire Ice Cream Parlour, where homemade ice cream is the star of the show.
With 24 irresistible flavours to choose from – including chocolate brownie, raspberry ripple, honeycomb, and banoffee – there’s something to satisfy every sweet tooth. Visitors can also indulge in waffles, sundaes, milkshakes, floats, and even enjoy a treat from the real chocolate tap.
Made using fresh milk and cream from St Quintin’s Farm – the only creamery in East Yorkshire – every scoop is bursting with quality and flavour. Whether you’re cooling off after a play session or making a special trip just for dessert, the ice cream at William’s Den is well worth it.
William’s Den, Castle Farm, Wold Hill, North Cave, Brough HU15 2LS
5. Kendall’s Ice Cream Factory, Halifax
Whipping up proper good ice cream for almost a century now, Kendall’s specialises in creamy vanilla ice cream; however, ice cream lovers can also enjoy a variety of flavours, too.
Whether it’s the classic ’99 that floats your boat, the screwball or even a Nougat wafer, Kendall’s offers a number of ways to enjoy yours.
If that wasn’t all, they also serve up ice cream cocktails, knickerbocker glories, and more – basically, any dessert made with ice cream, they serve it.
Kendall’s Ice Cream Factory, Denholme Gate Rd, Hipperholme, Halifax, HX3 8JQ.
6. Brymor Ice Cream, Masham
Proud to be ‘Yorkshire through and through’, Brymor makes all of their ice creams on their very own farm, using local milk and cream milked from Yorkshire Dales cows.
The result is proper creamy ice cream, with flavours such as clotted cream, honeycomb, raspberry ripple and classics such as chocolate and mint chocolate chip.
At the parlour, visitors can expect dog-friendly frozen yoghurt, ample seating inside their barn-style parlour, and classic soups and sandwiches if you don’t fancy anything cold.
Brymor Ice Cream, High Jervaulx Farm, Jervaulx, Masham, HG4 4PG.
7. Wensleydale Ice Cream Parlour, Leyburn
Tucked away in the stunning Yorkshire Dales, Wensleydale Ice Cream is a wonderful place to cool off after a stroll through the Dales, with tons of tasty flavours to try, including strawberries and champagne, salted caramel, black cherries and cream and even Malteasers.
One of Yorkshire’s best ice cream parlours also offers guests a spot of lunch – including tasty stuffed toasties with proper Yorkshire fillings, waffles, scones and more.
Wensleydale Ice Cream, Barn, Hardbanks, Thornton Rust, Leyburn, DL8 3AS.
8. Beacon Farm Ice Cream, Campsite & Tearooms, North Yorkshire
Beacon Farm, a family-run hidden gem in North Yorkshire just a 10-minute drive from Whitby. They make high-quality dairy ice cream in a wide range of flavours. Whether you’re taking a trip out for a quick scoop or visiting to enjoy the tea rooms or a hot meal, you’ll need to finish with one of these incredible ice creams.
Beacon Farm is perfectly placed for a fun-filled day out or a laid-back getaway with its incredibly peaceful countryside campsite as well.
Beacon Farm, Beacon Way, Sneaton, Whitby YO22 5HS
9. Balderson’s Ice Cream Parlour, Thornton-le-Dale
A traditional ice cream parlour in picturesque Thornton-le-Dale, boasting a vintage British vibe, Balderson’s has been making homemade ice cream for absolutely decades, with tons of rotating flavours to try.
We’re talking Kinder chocolate, limoncello sorbet, Amaretto cherry and New York cheesecake, to name a few, all of which can be taken away to enjoy while you potter around the stunning village.
It’s one of our all-time favourites thanks to its proper old-school vibe, and we absolutely love grabbing a cold treat while the dog plays in the stream opposite.
Don’t forget to check out the incredibly beautiful Beck Isle cottage while you’re there.
Balderson’s Ice Cream Parlour, Chestnut Ave, Thornton Dale, Pickering, YO18 7RR.
10. Our Cow Molly, Sheffield
Delicious ice cream made on a proper working farm, Our Cow Molly serves up creative ice cream flavours with a view, with tables sitting right next to their pleasant cows (naturally, making it one of the best ice cream parlours in Yorkshire).
Watch them graze and relax as you enjoy tasty flavours, which include all the classics, with more fun flavours such as Panna Cotta, chocolate with cookies, Malteasers and marshmallows, and even Ferrero Rocher.
Our Cow Molly, Cliffe House Farm, Hill Top Rd, Dungworth, Sheffield, S6 6GW.
11. Archer’s Ice Cream, Richmond
Located within Richmond’s fantastic The Station, a converted Victorian railway station which is now used for community enjoyment, Archer’s Ice Cream offers luxury artisan ice cream – made with their very own milk which is produced in the Durham countryside.
Using Northern-sourced produce to create their flavours, visitors can expect all the classic flavours, as well as bubble waffles, sundaes and more to try.
The Station itself is great for a potter around, too, with plenty of little shops and cafes to enjoy and even a cinema.
Archer’s Ice Cream, The Station, Station Rd, Richmond, DL10 4LD.
12. Luxury Ice Cream Company, York
Just a few minute’s stroll away from the iconic York Minster, the Luxury Ice Cream Company is the perfect stop-off on a hot day, offering handmade ice creams, sorbets and more, with over 300 flavours to try.
The team go above and beyond to create unique flavours for their customers, with the likes of Strongbow Dark Fruits, Mint Aero, Custard Cream and Wagon Wheel stealing the show.
LICC, 20 Back Swinegate, York, YO1 8AD.
13. The Groovy Moo, Malton
Home of artisan gelato in the centre of Malton, The Groovy Moo is a great spot to try if you like a bit of variety.
The cosy parlour serves up 24 flavours, with seasonal rotating flavours to try.
If that wasn’t enough already, there are brownies, sundaes, waffles, pancakes, milkshakes, and so much more to set your sweet tooth loose on, as well as dairy-free ice creams for the vegans among us to enjoy.
The Groovy Moo, 3 Talbot Yard, Malton, YO17 7FT.
14. G&T’s Ice Cream, Ripon
G&T’s Ice Cream is another hidden gem Yorkshire ice cream parlour, located near Ripon situated on its own farm. Everything here is homemade with tons of flavours such as classics like strawberry, chocolate and mint choc chip alongside more indulgent options such as sticky toffee fudge and even Maltesers. The dogs can get stuck in, too, with a special gravy bone ice cream just for our four legged friends As you can see, ours absolutely annhialated hers The farm is close by to Fountain’s Abbey, so a great stop off for everyone to enjoy.
G&T’s Ice Cream, Home Farm, Risplith, Ripon, HG4 3EP
15. The Harbour Bar, Scarborough
The Harbour Bar, in Scarborough, is found on South Bay and is Yorkshire’s oldest ice cream parlour. The authentic Italian gelateria has been open for 76 years, and opened way back in 1945. Still to this day, the popular ice cream parlour is found to be packed with guests, especially in the summer months.
Scarborough’s number one ice cream bar is owned by the Alzoni family, who have been making ice cream since the turn of the century, when they moved from Rome to Scarborough. Scarborough being such a traditional place to visit in the summertime, having such a place like this fits so well. And, the iconic ice cream shop with its yellow uniforms fits the vintage seaside vibe well.
The Harbour Bar, 1-3 Sandside, Scarborough YO11 1PE
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