The Engine Yard at Belvoir Castle

It was our first visit here with our dog. I was a little apprehensive after reading most recent reviews, however we were pleasantly surprised. We parked in the short stay where you get 4hrs free, we walked the gardens then popped round for lunch. We had a yummy lunch at the cafe, and dog friendly inside which wasn't obvious but a bonus! Service was good, my only point of improvement would be that we had one of our plates cleared whilst the other was still eating and the toilet could have been cleaner, not that it was dirty at all though. Some shops were closed, including one sadly which had been evicted. All of the shops that were open were beautiful and the shop keepers were friendly and chatty. I didn't buy anything sadly but there were lots of things of interest. We spent almost all of the 4 hours at the gardens and Engine Yard which included me taking my time taking photos in the gardens. I have nothing to compare it to in the past but if you're travelling to the area definitely do not omit it based on the reviews!
Apr 19th, 2023

I took my daughter to the Engine Yard for lunch today. Every time I go I tell my children that well never go again. I remember why I keep saying that. They made us wait to be seated which gives you the impression that youre going to have proper table service. The food was very average if that and I had to ask for salt and pepper, basic condiments that should be on the table or offered when the food is delivered. After eating we waited for the waitress or anyone really to come and see if we wanted anything else but nothing for about 20 minutes until my daughter went to the counter and ordered more drinks. They werent busy and there was plenty of staff about. Our expectations werent too high and they didnt disappoint, service was low and the bill was high. I must remember not to go again, again
Apr 11th, 2023

Mar 28th, 2023

Changes in parking charges have not been clearly signposted, you no longer get an hour free in the long stay but you get 4 hours free on the short stay??? Makes no sense and has caused fines to be handed out unjustly.
Mar 24th, 2023

Catching out regulars, fantastically shocking business sense Use the under 1hr free parking often while spending money at the Engine Yard. I went last weekend and then get a 60.00 fine through the post for parking there for just 30 minutes while buying food at the Engine Yard Their rules have changed and they have not even changed the sign posts indicating this, deliberately making the signs A4 sized with a paragraph of terms and conditions like anyones going to read that, unbelievable
Mar 21st, 2023