# Higher Ground, Hirst Lock, Shipley — Reviews & Opening Hours > Higher Ground, Hirst Lock — Cafe in Shipley with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.6/5 from 419 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/shipley/restaurants/higher-ground-hirst-lock (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Cafe £ 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Higher Ground, Hirst Lock Saltaire, Shipley [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=8264010771437756156&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/) **In short:** Higher Ground, Hirst Lock is a cafe in Shipley, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 419 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome. Details checked 28 August 2026 · source: Google Places ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Free street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the restaurant before you travel, especially for access needs. ## About Higher Ground, Hirst Lock Higher Ground occupies a space within Hirstwood Bakery on Hirst Lane in Saltaire. The cafe serves breakfast, brunch and lunch, alongside coffee, beer and desserts. A children's menu is available, and vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dishes feature on the offering. Outdoor seating is provided. The venue welcomes dogs and caters for groups and families with children. Takeaway and dine-in options are both available. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Higher Ground, Hirst Lock's own website](http://www.highergroundhirstlock.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). 🥐 Breakfast 🥞 Brunch 🥪 Lunch ☕ Coffee 🍺 Beer 🍰 Dessert menu 🥦 Vegetarian options 🌤️ Outdoor seating 🍽️ Kids menu 🍴 Dine-in 🥡 Takeout ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM **Tuesday** 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM **Wednesday** 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM **Thursday** 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM **Friday** 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM **Saturday** 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM **Sunday** 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM ## What's nearby - Hughes Family Bakers Ltd next door - Hirst Wood Nature Reserve next door - Hirst Lock next door - Hirst Wood Nursery School 400m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this cafe's delicious coffee, cakes, and pastries, as well as its wide selection of snacks, including gluten-free and vegan options. They also highlight the welcoming atmosphere, especially for visitors with children and dogs. Others also say the staff are friendly and helpful. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (419 reviews) **Price level** £ **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** No **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Shipley Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/990237). [More restaurants in Shipley](https://staycation.co.uk/shipley/restaurants) ★ 4.6 (419 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £1 – £10 [Visit official website](http://www.highergroundhirstlock.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01274 597770](tel:01274597770) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Shipley **Plus Code** 9C5WR5QX+MJ ### 🏨 Places to stay near Shipley Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DShipley%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/shipley/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/shipley/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Higher Ground, Hirst Lock? Higher Ground, Hirst Lock is open Mon–Sun 9:30am–4pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Higher Ground, Hirst Lock any good? Higher Ground, Hirst Lock is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 419 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is Higher Ground, Hirst Lock dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at Higher Ground, Hirst Lock. ### Is Higher Ground, Hirst Lock good for children? Yes, Higher Ground, Hirst Lock is listed as good for children. There is a children's menu. ### Can you book a table at Higher Ground, Hirst Lock? Higher Ground, Hirst Lock does not take reservations, so it is walk-in only. ### Does Higher Ground, Hirst Lock have vegetarian options? Yes, Higher Ground, Hirst Lock serves vegetarian food. ### Does Higher Ground, Hirst Lock have outdoor seating? Yes, there is outdoor seating. ### Is Higher Ground, Hirst Lock wheelchair accessible? Higher Ground, Hirst Lock has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Higher Ground, Hirst Lock? Yes: free car park and free street parking. ### How do I contact Higher Ground, Hirst Lock? 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