About Number Twelve

Let me introduce you to Number Twelve, a relaxed cafe-style spot tucked right into the heart of Helmsley at 12 Castlegate, York YO62 5AB, United Kingdom, where locals drift in for an easy coffee break and visitors quickly feel like regulars. From the moment you step inside, the atmosphere feels friendly and unforced, with the kind of laid-back energy that makes you want to linger, chat, and maybe order just one more thing. I often describe Number Twelve as the place you go when you want good food without the fuss, because it balances comfort with quality in a way that feels natural rather than staged. The menu leans toward crowd-pleasing small plates and quick bites, which makes it ideal whether you’re popping in between errands or settling down for a longer dine-in visit. Coffee is a clear favorite here, but there’s also a solid range of beer, wine, spirits, and other alcohol options, so it works just as well for a casual afternoon catch-up as it does for an early evening wind-down. If you’re someone who looks for lighter or more mindful choices, you’ll appreciate the healthy options alongside satisfying vegetarian dishes that don’t feel like an afterthought. On warmer days, outdoor seating adds another layer of charm, letting you soak up the village atmosphere while enjoying your meal. Service is flexible and modern too, with dine-in, delivery, and easygoing hospitality that keeps everything running smoothly. What really stands out to me is how effortlessly Number Twelve fits into daily life in Helmsley, acting as a welcoming cafe where good flavors, friendly service, and a relaxed setting naturally come together. I also like how the space feels approachable for solo visitors and groups alike, making it easy to stop by spontaneously. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite, sipping coffee outdoors, or sharing small plates with friends, the experience stays consistent and comfortable.

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Business Info

Service options

Service options

+ Outdoor seating

+ Dine-in

+ Delivery

Highlights

Highlights

+ Great coffee

+ Great dessert

+ Great tea selection

Popular for

Popular for

+ Breakfast

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Solo dining

Accessibility

Accessibility

+ Wheelchair-accessible car park

+ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

+ Wheelchair-accessible seating

+ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

Offerings

+ Alcohol

+ Beer

+ Coffee

+ Healthy options

+ Quick bite

+ Small plates

+ Spirits

+ Vegetarian options

+ Wine

Dining options

Dining options

+ Breakfast

+ Brunch

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Dessert

+ Seating

+ Table service

Amenities

Amenities

+ Bar on site

+ Toilet

+ Wi-Fi

+ Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

Atmosphere

+ Casual

+ Cosy

Crowd

Crowd

+ Groups

+ Tourists

Payments

Payments

+ Credit cards

+ Debit cards

+ NFC mobile payments

+ Credit cards

Children

Children

+ Good for kids

+ High chairs

Pets

Pets

+ Dogs allowed

Hour time open

Right Now :

  • Monday: 10:00 AM - 03:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 03:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 03:30 PM
  • Thursday: Closed
  • Friday: 09:00 AM - 03:30 PM
  • Saturday: 09:00 AM - 03:30 PM
  • Sunday: 10:00 AM - 03:30 PM
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+44 1439 330105

12 Castlegate, Helmsley, York YO62 5AB, United Kingdom

Reviews

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It’s a lovely pet friendly cafe serving great food, coffee and hot chocolate. Visited a couple of times and loved it!!

- Bhuvna Sethuraman -

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Just popped in for a coffee and wasn't disappointed, fab place both in and out. Definitely worth a sit outside to watch the world go by and a fab backdrop of Helmsley Castle. Absolutely returning for some food soon!

- Danny G -

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Great place which we visited 3 times in a week due to the friendly staff and great food. It was lovely that this is dog friendly. I had the Yorkshire breakfast, the Yorkshire platter and on the third day I had the club sandwich and I could recommend trying any of them.

- Datxman -

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Lovely cooked breakfast with sausage, bacon and black pudding hash brown, beans, mushrooms, tomato and good quality toast, and great value (£12.50). Modern clean interior, cosy and warm. Very welcoming. Free Wifi and Dog Friendly!!

- Laura Peacock -

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Popped in for breakfast on our way home from the Yorkshire spa retreat, and wow! I had the full English breakfast and my wife had the vegetarian breakfast with a pot of tea for two with an extra jug of hot water to top the pot up, both were absolutely delicious, the service was excellent and the background music was soft rock so it couldn't have been any better for us, the service was very quick and the staff were so friendly it made our day! We will be back soon.

- Paul Morris -

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We was in Helmsley on Friday and visited the bakery next door about 11.00am the garden of the cafe was already full good sign we came back later and just managed to get a table outside has we had our dog with us although the cafe is dog friendly both inside and outside we ordered tea for two scampi’s and salad and steak pie peas chips and gravy yummy from the specials menu yummy great friendly service highly recommended

- Tony Nichols -

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Stellar, and rather posh, ploughmans lunch with delectable looking desserts and tray bakes on offer. Excellent lunch menu with great variety on offer. Local beer on tap and friendly, sometimes frantic, service - though worth the wait!

- Travis Mager -

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