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Allerton Bywater food hall with dining and delicatessen and sprinkle of gifts

58 restaurant seats. Open 7 days a week. Homemade sourdough, pies and Yorkshire puddings.

Buffet table spread with cold cuts, salads, bread, and garnishes

Plan your visit or booking

Choose what you need

Explore dining, food shopping, takeaway choices or occasion catering.

Check the arrangements

Call us for menus, counter times, bookings or collection information.

Come in or celebrate

Visit the food hall or let us plan food for your chosen event venue.

Food to enjoy here or take away

Catering buffet table with platters of cold cuts, cheese, and fresh vegetables
Outside Catering

Homemade catering for private and business events, planned around your guests, venue, timing and menu.

Full English breakfast plate with fried eggs, bacon, baked beans, and toast
Cafe Breakfasts

Drop in for a cafe breakfast or takeaway, with a bacon sandwich and coffee typically around 8 to 9 pounds.

BBQ platter with ribs, chicken, sausage, corn, bread, and dipping sauces on a wooden board
Sunday Lunch

Book homemade Sunday lunch for one to 20 people, served with our own Yorkshire puddings in the restaurant.

Outdoor catered buffet table with dessert cups, appetizer platters, and a chafing dish
Wedding Catering

Homemade wedding catering planned around your venue, guest number, timings, food preferences and service needs.

Traditional British roast dinner with beef, Yorkshire pudding, carrots, and peas
Restaurant Dining

Eat homemade food in our 58-seat restaurant, then browse the butcher, cheesemonger and deli before leaving.

Catered party buffet table with cheese boards, appetizers, and a chafing dish
Corporate Catering

Homemade office catering for meetings and staff events, planned around headcount, timings and workplace needs.

Homemade food under one roof

Settle in for breakfast, lunch or something from the current restaurant menu, then browse the butcher, delicatessen and cheesemonger before you leave. We make our food in-house, including sourdough, pies, Yorkshire puddings and artisan cheeses, so there is plenty to enjoy at the table or take home.
Our 58-seat food hall in Allerton Bywater opens seven days a week. Walk in for general dining, or book ahead for Sunday lunch and our monthly Friday tapas night.

Artisan sourdough bread and golden pies displayed on wooden boards in a bakery setting.

Our reviews

It is hard to believe this place hasn't appeared on the radar sooner, as it is effectively hiding in plain sight. The setup is unique—like a tiny row of shops all under one roof—and it offers a fantastic eat-in experience that feels cool and surprisingly spacious.

The food is excellent, with the steak from the specials board being a particular standout. It’s the kind of high-quality, local cooking that makes you wonder how you ever missed it. The venue is clean, well-decorated, and has enough seating to accommodate plenty of people without feeling cramped. For a a person looking for something beyond the usual high street options, this is a trip worth making. It is a brilliant find and a real credit to the Castleford area.

Ryan Little

Google

Make one visit go further

Eat and shop together

Enjoy a meal, then browse meat, cheese, wine and deli food in the same visit.

Homemade favourites

Pick up our own sourdough, pies and Yorkshire puddings to enjoy at home.

Plans for every occasion

Discuss food, quantities and serving needs for family or business events.

An assortment of afternoon tea delicacies including sandwiches, scones, pastries, and savoury pies arranged on a table.

Catering for occasions large and small

When you're gathering people together, we can prepare homemade food to suit the occasion. Our outside catering covers weddings, workplace events, funerals, christenings, afternoon teas and other get-togethers. Tell us the date, venue, guest number, timing and dietary needs so we can discuss suitable food and quantities. From afternoon tea for around 10 to event catering for around 70 guests, we'll shape the details around your plans.

Make plans for good homemade food

Call us to book Sunday lunch, ask about tapas or discuss catering for your next occasion.

Contact us

Sam's Urban Food Hall Ltd

20-24 Station Rd, Allerton Bywater, Castleford WF10 2BP, UK

Business hours

Monday-Saturday: 09:00–15:30
Sunday: 09:00–15:00

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SAM'S URBAN FOOD HALL LTD, registered as a limited company in England and Wales under company number: 15712274. Registered Company Address: Turnbridge House, Turnbridge House, Snaith Rd, East Cowick, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom, DN14 9BY.

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