About Us

We are a family-run independent department store based in Settle, North Yorkshire, at the gateway to the stunning Yorkshire Dales. Spread over two floors, Car and Kitchen offers a thoughtfully curated range of homeware, gifts, kitchenware, children’s toys and games, cards and stationery, women’s fashion and accessories — plus a welcoming in-house café on the first floor.

Our aim is to be more than just a shop; we want Car and Kitchen to be somewhere you look forward to visiting — a welcoming place full of inspiration, interesting finds, and good food & great coffee.

Car and Kitchen first opened its doors in 1976, founded by Henry’s grandparents. Originally converted from a garage, the shop blended an unusual mix of car parts and kitchenware — a true reflection of Henry’s grandparents’ innovation and entrepreneurship at the time.

A few years later, the business evolved again when Henry’s parents, Ken and Liz, joined the team. Liz had a natural flair for buying gifts, homeware, and fashion, while Ken — an intrepid foodie — opened a café upstairs, adding another layer to the store.

In 2014, Henry and Tash became part of the business. They have worked to reimagine the space thoughtfully — building on the foundations laid by previous generations, while gently evolving Car and Kitchen into what it is today. Their aim has always been to carry forward the original spirit of Car and Kitchen: a welcoming place filled with interesting finds, good food, and a strong sense of community.

Over time, Car and Kitchen has built a reputation for its eclectic mix of gifts, homeware, kitchenware, and women’s fashion — a reputation that continues to grow today.

Our deep connection to Settle and the surrounding Yorkshire Dales is a huge part of who we are. We’re proud to call this beautiful part of the world home — its landscapes, traditions, and spirit inspire everything we do.

To celebrate our roots, we developed a branding theme that features five distinctive elements of the local landscape

Each of these symbols reminds us of the character and beauty of our area — strong, enduring, and timeless — and they underpin the spirit of Car and Kitchen today.

We hope that whether you're visiting Settle for the first time, returning to explore more of the Yorkshire Dales, or simply popping in for a coffee, you’ll feel the same pride in this incredible place that we do.