Bossington Tea Shop in West Somerset

We returned to this please after many years for cream tea. What a disappointment it was. As soon as we entered the garden the entrance of which looked a bit overgrown, 2 ladies were chatting away ignoring as completely and we weren’t sure if we had to order at the counter or wait to be served. Eventually, we realized that we had to order at the counter. We ordered cream tea for 2 choosing earl grey with slices of lemon. They didn’t have any lemon which is fair enough therefore we opted for coffee instead, which was very average. The scones were some of the smallest we have ever had. It is not beluga caviar, it is just flour! The garden was not quite as idyllic as we remembered it. we understand that over a period of time things change but unfortunately not always for the better. The jam and cream were ok. The day after, while waiting at the bus stop in Porlock, we started chatting to a couple and funny enough they had had a similar experience, so here we go

We have not been in this tea gardens for a good many years, either its been shut or its been very busy. This year we struck lucky and went in on the Friday afternoon. We had the the mixed cream tea-half savoury and half sweet with a pot of tea for two-we both enjoyed the warm scones and it was the correct amount for what you are paying-must be some greedy people if this was not enough for them, good value for money, lovely setting and warm and welcoming service

2 overpriced pulled pork and crisp rolls £17.00 although the staff were pleasant, it only warranted 2 stars.

Really great place for tea and cake or even the pulled pork roll which we had. The cakes look and tasted amazing. Although the service was a little slow it was worth the wait. Also it was a rather large group so understandable a little.

Pleasant pot of tea in a sunny garden. Busy, as you’d expect in a location close to a car park and woodland walks.

We popped into the tea room for lunch, accompanied by our dog, during a hike. The garden was a perfect spot for a break and they had a bowl of water for the dog and dog biscuits on sale (which got the seal of approval from our canine pal). The young lady who served us was smiley and helpful. I had the cheese scone with cheese and pickle and a coffee. Both were delicious. My fellow hikers were equally as happy with their lunches. It’s a beautiful garden in a beautiful village in a beautiful part of the country. Highly recommended.

Lovely location for a tea shop. However, for the price I did not expect soggy/ processed bread in my ploughman's baguette - it was like a sponge dish scourer! Cream tea scones were pixie sized and not worth the price - what a shame...

Three quarters of the way through our first leg of the south west coast path, we came across this little treasure. We had a pot of tea in their beautiful garden, and an ice cream to send us on our way , was just what was needed. Friendly staff, and a beautiful setting . Perfect for walkers or if you’re passing Bossington by car, pop into the village and park up, definitely worth it 🍰🫖🏖

Bossington is a lovely village, set in stunning countryside, full of thatched houses and amongst them is a lovely tea room. Sat in a lovely enclosed garden surrounded by flowers in the sunshine and had a smashing cream tea.....lovely china. Really enjoyable and highly recommended.

We stopped in here after our walk to the beach, it was a beautiful sunny day and the garden didn't disappoint. We ordered a pork bap and a ploughman's. The bap was delicious, the ploughman's was in fact a baguette with ham, cheese (I think processed) apple and chutney with crisps on the side. Although nice, it wasn't a traditional ploughman's and it cost £8.25. At £17 for a light lunch, with no drinks, it's a little on the steep side. I wouldn't rush back, lovely setting, pleasant staff but over priced.

Tea in a beautiful English cottage garden - couldn't be better! The scones were very light and delcious

We’ve visited here several times over the years it never fails to impress with the idyllic magicalness of the garden. Roses blooming and so many flowers. If I had visualised this tea shop in a dream I’d never believe it could be made real! The food and drink are excellent too. Importantly cash is accepted (card too). And the nearby countryside is luscious!

Stopped here on their first day of Spring opening. A welcome respite after a long walk. It was sunny so we sat in the beautiful garden. Very dog friendly, Lovely atmosphere and delicious cakes!

Lovely staff, however bit on the pricey side for what you are getting.( the food quality were superb, but I don't think 4 ploughman's, tuna melt and a bowl of a delicious soup, should cost £51)

Friendly, interested staff and excellent scones and cream. Proper tea - no paper cups here. Pretty garden. We'll be back !

This gorgeous little cafe has a fantastic garden. We thoroughly enjoyed a sandwich and scone and then returned after our walk for an ice cream. Friendly and efficient staff, great food and beautiful surroundings

I was walking 10 miles from Minehead to Porlock Weir in 27 degree heat today and unfortunately completely underestimated how much water I would need. I was quite dehydrated and wandered into this tea room without realising that they were closed.The gentleman inside was happy...

Delicious lunches, friendly service and quality tea and coffee.. Lovely secluded garden to sit in. A haven.

Finding this was a very pleasant surprise. Family-run cafe/tea room with home-made cakes and scones and a very pleasant garden to enjoy it on a sunny summer's day. The ginger cake was quite exceptional and the service relaxed and friendly. Would visit here again!

We went in for a cuppa while doing the coast path walk from Minehead to Porlock, its pleasent but we thought that tea was too pricey

Good tea room, with and beautiful garden to have a relaxing lunch or other refreshment. No toilets, but the facility is available opposite in the car park.

We sat in the tea garden and enjoyed a delicious cream tea. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Nice place to sit and relax after a walk.

Recommended by someone on the SWCP, this is a jewel. Top rate coffee, super scones (including GF, homemade), very tasty jam. And a lovely garden to sit in.

De theetuin was schitterend. De thee en scones waren echt goed. Vanwege de drukte bij het mooie weer was het personeel wat onderbezet. Het personeel had zodanig last van de warmte, dat we een beetje medelijden kregen. Men was er erg vriendelijk.

We had walked over the hill from MInehead to Porlock and found this tea shop in Bossington. What a find, lovely garden on a sunny day, fantastic menu with loads of options and friendly service. We will be back

We sat in the garden on a lovely sunny September morning and enjoyed good service and a cream tea. The menu is quite varied and a reasonable price, although I think £4.50 is a bit much for 1 scone - delicious though it was.

After a long walk we called in for fresh cream scones and tea and coffee. Service was to the table, scones fresh and tasty, drinks hot. We sat in the garden with our dog, very popular spot. Pretty garden. Would recommend

We arrived after a long walk at lunchtime and nearly all the outside tables were already taken, despite this, service was speedy and the food was fantastic. We ordered from the specials board and were pleasantly surprised to find walnuts, radishes and apple in our...

I reviewed this tearoom as it is Kitnors in Porlock. See my detailed review there. Once a lovely place to enjoy afternoon tea but when we visited mediocre.

We had a really nice lunch here yesterday, there was quite a wait for food which I think was just due to us arriving and ordering at the same time as a few other tables. The staff were friendly and helpful and the food was...

After an energetic 2 mil eor so walk from Porlock I arrived in the midst of a quaint hamlet with a crystal clear stream passing through it. I enjoyed looking at the beautiful kept cottages, and dropped into this jem with its beautiful out door...

We stopped here whilst our on a walk and were disappointed that our dog wasn’t allowed inside which is very unusual in this area. We there had to sit outside which wasn’t ideal as it was cold but we were desperate for something to eat...

A lovely setting, dog friendly. Lovely cream

We had a late lunch, savoury crumpets ..... what a great idea! And toastie were delicious. To finish ...... a cream tea! Super setting, what's not to like? A lovey English tea room.

Decided to stop for a look, after walking the dogs. so glad we did tea and scones, and a coffee and ham salad, absolutely scrumptious, only fault! Hadn't been before, staff nice and chatty nothing to much bother. WE SHALL BE BACK. very reasonably priced.

Descubrí este lugar por casualidad y decidí que estaba a unos 4 p. m. que tienen una merienda.

Walking through to the garden was like entering Alice's tea party with wooden white rabbit, the garden was packed with flowers and shrubs, the cream tea we had was delicious, even offering local 'whortleberry' jam, even special dog biscuits on the menu for furry friends.

Estábamos muy cansados y adoloridos - garra cuando llegamos aquí de camino a Porlock en la ruta costera. Es un lugar precioso. Los jardines son maravillosos y lleno de aves. El servicio era excelente. Mi té helado con mermelada whortleberry (prensadas) era simplemente divina. Nos dio la energía para completar el paseo. Altamente recomendado!

We stopped off here for a cuppa at the end of a walk in the area. We didn't eat, but everything that we saw looked very tasty. The gardens were beautifully cared for and well laid out for visitors .

had the best crean tea ever! and delicious coffee, very welcome after a 12 mile cliff top walk! dogs were very welcome too

Me detuve en una merienda para Bossigton caminatas de Porlock mientras durante mi semana de Lynmouth - larga caminata por el sendero de la costa sudoeste. Es un atractivo pueblo Bossington poco con algunos las cabañas con techo de paja, situado en el Parque Nacional de Exmoor. Este fue el único té helado me regalé uno de mis vacaciones en dos semanas en Inglaterra y fue muy bueno. Era un bonito día, así que la merienda, 4. 5 GBP en el exterior jardín encantador en la parte trasera de la tienda. Las estatuas de conejo en el jardín creado un ambiente caprichoso.

A lovely traditional Tea Room hidden away in the village of Bossington. Sit in the garden and have the birds come to visit. Such a nice atmosphere to have your afternoon tea. Lovely Cream tea with a choice of jams. Well worth the trip.

Realmente buen almuerzo después de una caminata local y blackberry. Muy buen servicio y gran variedad de comida y bebidas. El personal es muy amable. Sin duda alguna la próxima vez que estemos en la zona de paseos.

Following a beach walk we made our way to this tea garden and how delightful, to sit in the garden watching the wildlife around us. Excellent scones and tea at a reasonable price.

This is a wonderful tea room and gorgeous garden for an afternoon tea. A good place to take visitors for a full tea including cream teas, plenty of sandwiches,cakes and scones served with a lovely pot of tea.

Out walking on the hills and we came across this lovely little tearoom. It might be a fairly simple menu, but very tasty and reasonably priced. The nice surprise was the good sized portions. We had our dog and chose to sit in the garden.... I don't know whether they are dog-friendly for the inside.

We were walking the coast path & detoured here for a drink.Lovely little tea garden with good tea & coffee

Decided to pop in after long walk...Tea and coffee tasted good after looking walk. Dogs has to stay outside, not allowed inside ( understandable, as space inside is not big).

Really friendly with good food and good value. Pretty surroundings and very popular so be prepared to wait for a table.

Waited in garden for about 10 mins. then went to kitchen door and was told they would be out immediately . So returned to table where a few people were waiting in the garden. Came out and took order them had a bit of a wait for tea. Cream tea at 4.50 not bad for value. Big tea pot so about three cups . Toilets are in car park, just outside. Easy parking.

We enjoyed a delicious afternoon tea, much needed part way through our wet and windy walk with the dogs.

After a wander to the coast for a bracing walk we popped in for coffee and cake with the dogs. A great garden with plenty of space. Coffee was good and the coffee and walnut cake very nice.

We came here after our long walk but disappointed that dogs weren't allowed inside. We had to sit outside along with all the other walkers and their dogs! Less people inside....this was the only venue we visited where dogs were not allowed which was a surprise and everyone walks here with their dog. Sandwiches were very nice but we'd only go back in the summer so we don't get cold sitting outside

this delightful tea room has out door seating in the garden.we have come here many times and it has had change of ownership.We have had nice cups of coffee here as well as lunch.you can take a well behaved dog in the garden .good place after that walk .

Popped in for a cup of tea and some cake on a walk, found a lovely garden and fantastically fresh scones for a cream tea, just what we needed

Simply stunning. Has soup with cheese in toast. Huge portion and superb quality. Just what the Dr ordered. Roaring log fire beautiful place.

Had a very enjoyable lunch here after a long costal walk. The selection of sandwiches and cakes was very good.

Cakes are delicious, I could eat a piece of everything. A bit of a wait but on a sunny day it's worth it for a slice of yumminess in the sun!

Another couple of visits here one for tea, one for a light lunch both were excellent. Only fly in the ointment was that they didn't advertise very well the days closed in September so we did a long walk and arrived back here to eat just to find it closed!!!! Please make it clearer any days you're closed, perhaps on the menus??

Called in for tea after a wonderful coastal path walk. Service was slow, ordered scone jam and butter and slice of Victoria sponge plus two cold drinks. The scone when it came was small and overcooked, it also looked like it had been made from the last rollings! The waitress informed us it was the last scone left and reluctantly offered something else. We kept it but it wasn't brilliant. The owner came to our table and offered very poor excuses for the state of the scone, no recompense or complimentary product, he had a very poor customer service attitude. However the slice of sponge was very nice. After having paid he walked past and said he had knocked money off the bill which we thought fair enough until we realised it was only about 10p. (An absolute insult).

Ordered smoked mackerel fillet. Very moist and tender, a treat, so I ate both, even though I had only expected one. The cakes afterwards were also excellent: real ginger cake, nearly parkin, and light fresh tasting lemon curd cake. Lots of others to choose from which looked as good.Staff were friendly and relaxed, the garden is pretty and sheltered but the inside looked as if it would be nice to sit in too.

sat in the rear garden of someones cottage. weather just permissible to do so but the afternoon was improved by the freshness of the toasted brie and cranberry sandwich and such lovely coffee cake to follow.garden needed a bit more care and attention i feel but still clean and charming

One of our favourite places for lunch. Always friendly, always tasty, always worth a visit. Soup with cheese on toast is so special

Five of us were walking on the SW Coast Path from Minehead to Porlock Weir, when we came across the delightful village of Bossington. What was even more delightful was the tea shop. We sat outside in the lovely sunshine and were enchanted by all the birds, both in numbers and variety. In addition the plants and flowers were lovely.What was even more lovely was the Cream Tea which came with lashings of jam and a request to please ask for more clotted cream because they'd made too much. The scones were gorgeous, including the gluten free ones - one of the few places that did them.The ladies chose to explore the village but us gents chose to stay put and were soon lulled into a late afternoon nap. Apparently when the ladies returned they were told that the reason the table had not been cleared was because they didn't want to disturb us. I could happily have stayed put for the rest of the day, but unfortunately we had to trek on to Porlock Weir for the car.

We stopped off here for a light lunch in a sunny Saturday afternoon, not wanting to travel very far from home. We opted for the ploughmans which was lovely, plenty of it and good value for money. We left room for a scone and enjoyed it all. Staff very pleasant, we could not fault. We would recommend and will be going back soon - well done

Dropped in for a cream tea and a snack, much like most other people there I suspect.The garden is a lovely spot, but got the feeling it was a bit run down. One of our party remembered the borders and surroundings being much smarter than this. The entrance gate sat to one side in a broken state. The owner stated that they had just taken over so perhaps it will improve.Rather strangely we got our pots of tea then had to go and ask for our scones/cream, to then be told that most people want theirs separately. Strange!?Comparing this to our experience at the Horner Wood tea rooms the following day, demonstrated how much the new owners need to improve this establishment.

Wow what a find, this is a tea garden not to be missed, the afternoon teas were not only very welcome but delicious, lots of clotted cream and jam to go on the yummy scones, more a private back garden with garden furniture, but if you are a bird lover these little creatures will keep you amused and are so friendly. The prices are not bad either

This is a lovely house/tea shop set in a picturesque village, with many thatched cottages. The refreshments are wonderful, service is quick and the staff are very friendly. The rear garden is a lovely setting and is a good place to charge the batteries!

Recommend the tea garden at the back - very pretty and tranquil spot. It was very quiet when I was there so the service was quick, and they were very friendly and chatty.

Lovely cream tea. Very pretty garden setting. Excellent value. Quick service and highly recommend the interesting menu. Will return for lunch!

Love this place. Return here as much as possible. Cosy garden tea room with birds everywhere and the dogs are welcome. Toasted sandwiches delicious. Cream teas delicious. Cakes delicious. What more can I say!!

Kitnors is probably the best 'Tea Room and Garden' in the South West.For a main course try the quiche, freshly made by the owner that morning; or the home-made soup which is accompanied by cheese on toast. You'll start replicating it at home! Follow that with a piece of the delicious lemon cake and on your return visits you'll have difficulty choosing an alternative cake. Or have a superb scone cream tea followed by a piece of cake - there are probably 12 different ones to choose from (many also available in a seperate gluton free section).Just like me and my family you will then just have to return later in your holiday, it's all so delicious at Kitnors in Bossington.Parking is easy in the National Trust car park opposite; Kitnors serve meals or snacks in the attractive cottage garden or the dining room; then look around the picturesque village or take a longer walk to the beach or along the cliff path. Enjoy your visit.

Beautiful building in a picturesque village with the most gorgeous cottage garden where you can sit for hours and watch the birds compete for crumbs. The savoury cream tea (seriously cheesy scone with cream cheese and chutney) is inspired.

We visited here after our walk up bossington beacon. What a gem. The place is beautiful and the coffee and cake was just right. Combine all that with a reasonable price and first class staff and you have a wonderful experience.

Kitnors tea rooms is situated in the 'chocolate box' National Trust village of Bossington in Somerset. It is a picture of rural tranquility,with wonderful thatched cottages. You can eat in its delightful cottage garden, or in the centuries old thatched house. It serves light lunches, snacks and afternoon teas. The service is as friendly as you could wish for. I am lucky and live about a mile away. I always take our city visitors there, and if it is a sunny summer's day I wander down and have the most leisurely and peaceful of lunches. Thick crusty cheese on toast with homemade soup is a winner.

Lekkere hightea In een idyllische tuin heerlijk genieten na een lange wandeling kwamen we in deze tuin terecht lekker verscholen in het dorp vlakbij de enige parkeerplek let op het strand verderop is alleen keien

What a gem! Set in a small village we stumbled on this place whilst out walking. With it's thatched roof and English country garden the tea rooms are a delight. I had soup served with cheese on toast. My partner ordered mackerel. Both lunches were of a superb standard and served by a friendly team. We even had a robin join us at our table. Stop here you will be pleased!

We had walked up to the old lighthouse from Allerford and returned via Bossington. The charm of this garden even in early autumn summer is wonderful. We've been here many times and it never fails to delight the eyes and the appetite. Quaint setting, friendly service, sumptuous food with a wide choice. Squash soup with cheesey bread for my walk date, brie and cranberry toasted sandwich for me with organic ginger beer. Mmmmm

Came here in august and had a cream tea and cake. The garden is beautiful but the best part was the service was very friendly. A welcoming tea room worth a visit

We were exploring the area and happened on this lovely little village and tea shop! We were delighted to discover it and enjoyed a delicious and filling cream tea out in the garden, surrounded by flowers and a little stream and bridge. The service was great and the food was all served on bone china. It was a wonderful break from driving and we will stop again when in the area.

We visited here after scouting out some local sea cliff climbing routes. Open to 5pm with a beautiful garden. It was busy when we ate here so we had to wait a while to be served but in a location like that we didn't mind. The food was well worth the wait. Lovely soup and bread as well as cream teas. Selection of sandwiches and cakes too. We sat in the garden as our friends have a dog. It was lovely to see so much wildlife, birds and butterflies in the garden whilst you enjoy the food/drink. Well recommended.

We did a lovely walk from Porlock via marsh land complete with uncompleted boardwalk. Arriving in the gorgeous village of Bossington, after walking through the village and photographing different Birds, bluetits, chaffinch, siskins, wrens and others we walked through the village where we came upon the tearoom, what a find! We decided to have a light lunch which consisted of warm crumpet topped with grilled goats cheese and cherry tomatoes, cream cheese, salmon and cucumber sandwich, with a fresh salad, dressing separate and a pot of tea for two. The garden was an absolute delight, full of blooming flowers of many varieties, resident red robins either sitting on the chair or table or us walking round your feet plus the sparrows.We thoroughly enjoyed this tearoom, the staff were very friendly and accommodating, cannot find any faults.Would visit again and would recommend to all Rose and PeterMelbourneAustralia. 14.7.2014

Fijne plek om, na een lange wandeling vanuit het wat ongezellige Minehead, bij te komen met heerlijke scones met clotted cream en een grote pot thee. De tuin is erg mooi en knus. Het huis, en de rest van de huizen in het dorp, zijn ook heel mooi, met rieten daken, stenen muurtjes en veel bloemen.

We walked from Porlock Weir and despite the fact we thought the tea shop would be closed, we went to have a look and were absolutely delighted to find that the business had changed hands and is now open much more often in the Winter. In fact I think I remember correctly that they close Christmas Eve through January only. Lovely welcome. Wonderful cakes on view on the two dressers in the entrance hall. Good menu.............excellent food and friendly service. We had a late-ish lunch; I had a tasty broccoli and cauliflower cheese bake and my husband had a filled baguette. Both came with an excellent side salad, and the choice of foods we could have had was quite astonishing. Can't wait to return to the area to visit again!

We arrived after walking across Porlock Marshes, and luckily just as the cafe opened. It has a beautiful garden, and there is a wide range of cakes catering for all diets. It was much appreciated as was the lovely coffee.

Being right beside the NT car park it makes the perfect end to a walk. Fantastic selection of food and beverages and the most fabulous cream tea you could imagine - all served on old fashioned bone china. Do not miss it!!

This is the watering hole for walkers on the coast path through to Minehead. Lovely olde thatched cottage in a National Trust village. Most people sit in the garden and there are obviously several dogs brought in. We like their "lunch special" of a chunky bread version of cheese on toast coupled with a bowl of home-made soup for around a fiver -Lovely. We have also had a cream tea there and the only criticism is that not being tea drinkers they charged us extra for having coffee with it. In many westcountry establishments they are happy for you to have the inclusive "cream tea" option with either tea or coffee.

Fantastic place with a great garden set in the middle of a stunning villageIts just a Tea Room but very nice selection of cakes and a fine Cream TeaGreat stop over on a sunny afternoon in their lovely garden surronded by a wealth of flowers