Dean court cafe in East Dorset

I go in most days and always have a good experience in there. Whether it’s the badhand coffee, the delicious homemade cakes or the friendly and welcoming staff I always leave with a smile on my face!

Always look forward to visiting the Squash Court. Dropped in yesterday for a snack . Sadly very disappointed . On a very damp Saturday the crumpets sounded just the thing. Sadly NO not toasted and cheese, so little you couldn’t taste it. Not toasted crumpets are dull & stodgy. Such a shame as I will probably never return .

My very first time visiting the court cafe. The tables were laid out with loads of space and a very kind young lady was in charge I chose the lemon cake with an early grey tea. The cake was one of the best I have had. I left at 3.45 and it was getting busier Obviously got a great reputation. Very pleased and will definitely return.

Bought some friends back here for brunch after raving about the Victoria sponge and Bad Hand coffee which i had on my previous visit. Unfortunately this time we left disappointed £10.50 for a standard bagel cut in half with one slice of tomato, a bit of ham and a slice of mozzarella with side salad drenched in unexpected dressing? This visits Victoria sponge offering was also disappointing and a measly slice. Cant fault the setting and relaxed garden vibe but value for money needs some serious consideration

The only thing I could recommend was a nice seat in the sun, dreadful overpriced food served by people who have no idea about customer care or attention to detail, had a cream cheese and smoked salmon bagel with chilli flakes, yes I know your thinking sounds nice, but sadly not, a bagel sliced in half with a scraping of cheese you could hardly see, or was it a spread, not sure tbh, served on a side plate with absolutely nothing else poor quality and poor in appearance, could you not put it on a proper plate with maybe a little bit of dressed salad? My partner had the same measly plate with a sliced bagel with melted cheese and drizzled with honey, that’s just a weird combination, obviously nothing else on the plate, I asked her if I should complain and she just said they wouldn’t care anyway based on the attitude when ordering the food, it’s no surprise they take your money up front when ordering, as I’m sure they would have lots of issues at the till. Both bagels a sparkling water and an apple juice, just short of £25. Would I recommend it? not in a million years, would I go back? same conclusion.

Food was lovely and not too long a wait. The only downside was the server who didn't seem able to crack a smile - come on, it doesn't take much to give your customers a welcoming smile!

Unfortunately this cafe refuses cash, we went elsewhere, at the end of the day they are instrumental in their own demise

Lovely coffee and cake as good as you will find! Comfy chairs, fab location and great staff - a gem in Wimborne.

Well…it would have been lovely, had we not had 2 little ones with us! They only have one high chair, and that high chair has no straps or post between the legs! So even if you do get the one high chair, it’s extremely dangerous! So, for us it was impossible. Also last time we went there were no baby changing facilities. Not sure if this has changed as that was last summer. Anyone would think they don’t want children there!

We ordered our delicious 'Flaming Peaches' burgers down the street and went to Dean's Court Cafe for drinks and to await delivery of our food. Deans Court Cafe staff collected our order and we had a lovely cosy evening in the cafe rounded off by delicious (free) homemade ice cream. Lovely courtyard with heater and fairy lights makes it a great outside eating venue as well. Very well organised, lovely venue and very attentive staff. 5 stars from us!

I loved every aspect, all the staff looked after me, made me feel welcome, and the ice cream sure didn't hurt. Now they are open on thursday nights, I can see myself here weekly

Amazing little place. We went on one of their Thursday evening events and the atmosphere, drinks and food were outstanding. The staff were really friendly, the food was just amazing (best homemade ice cream I’ve ever had!). I also loved their alcohol free gin tonic. Will definitely go back!

Visiting family in Bournemouth, we made our way to Wimborne and came across this little independent cafe tucked away from the main hubbub. A quaint hideaway with warm seating area inside, we were served promptly by friendly staff. Great hot coffee and delicious light lunch including bagels, homemade goats cheese & beetroot quiche and salad. A new addition to their menu we were told, is their ice cream. Honey & almond, vanilla and hazelnut chocolate flavours. Served in cute compostable pots ( we liked this!) they were so yummy and creamy. Only comment would be that the outdoor furniture looked rather uncomfy but we were told these were to be updated for summer - happy days. We’ll be back for an outdoor bite then. Thanks!

I enjoyed a lovely lunch at the Deans Court Courtyard Cafe in Wimborne yesterday. You can find it up the little lane next to Holmans. It’s a real ‘hidden gem’, with parking up the Lane too, for cafe customers. We are inside, where it was warm and comfortable (really comfortable seating!) and tastefully decorated (fairly recently I believe). The food was great - much of it is locally sourced, it is freshly prepared and looks very appetizing. The salad that came with my sourdough toastie was delicious - a real treat. All the cakes are hand-made in the Deans Court kitchen - I tried the Fig Frangipani tart and would very happily choose it again. The service was friendly and quick. There is a pleasant outside seating area in the courtyard garden- probably used more in the summer. Praise where praise is due!!

Delicious cakes and crumpets! Pot of tea that keeps going and going and a lovely area to sit and enjoy it all outside! Only downside is I think some items on the menu are too expensive! £9 for a panini is a lot! A great little cafe in a great town!

We had such an interesting tour last Tuesday . Always check opening times as limited but Website and information outside was correct. We were fortunate to have the guided tour by ourselves. Our guide was both friendly and you could tell that she was proud of Deans Court and how it’s Estate worked. She was both interested in us and how we were as well as showing us the many interesting rooms. We enjoyed the commentary by the Audio of the Owner which meant the tour was consistent and full of content , but also interjected by our guide. We spent about an hour in house then quite unusually for a house tour we were taken on 20min tour of garden and the other activities on the Estate . We thoroughly enjoyed it ! Afterwards had coffee and cake in their own cafe adjacent to the gates which was very tasty.

Excellent coffee, wonderful service,really nice location, can't recommend the Squash Court cafe enough

Popped here today for a quick coffee/cake with my mum & partner. We had lovely service from the staff, delicious banana bread with choco chips & coffee. Then went into the shop & looked at all the beautiful unique bits.

I had coffee here last week , waited a good 15 minutes for coffee to arrive and it was also lukewarm - would have taken back but didn’t want to wait any longer . This is not the first time the service has been extremely...

Ordered our food - panini. 40 minutes later food arrived, by which time we had drunk our coffees. Asked the server where was our food, said they were busy. Very poor service, if your in a hurry don’t bother

Disappointing. 7.50 entrance fee for a market seems a bit steep. Especially when only one coffee stall with huge queues.

Attended a wedding at Deans Court Wimborne. Beautiful location, super helpful and kind staff, lovely food and a great day all round!

My friend and I ordered the new Grazing Boards which were high quality, generous and delicious featuring Dorset cheeses. Booking online was easy, they were fully booked (but with socially distanced seating in the lovely courtyard) which had a lovely atmosphere with a lit fire...

Staff are unfriendly and the food mediocre. Have been back, hoping I was just unlucky with my first experience. Alas, staff that act like you don’t exist and certainly, no customer care. Food mean in proportion size. Such a shame as a great setting, little...

If all the other cafes and parking spaces in Wimborne are full, this is a useful backwater pit stop with loo which my wife discovered in the summer, down a lane off the beaten track. The café is tiny, more like a tin shed, and...

I wanted a cup of tea. the girls were Chatters ! finally asked for a cup of tea. Hard of hearing, she pointed to some app thing which I dont understand. I am still waiting for a cup of tea. not a meal. Then I...

Pretty courtyard hidden away in Wimborne with small menu of light lunch snacks and great cakes. Pretty shop in repurposed squash court selling housewares, household linens, clothes and gifts. Well worth a stop en route to ....

After coming across The Dean Court Cafe a couple of weeks back, it looked lovely & instantly booked a table.. after today’s lunch I’m afraid we won’t be returning. Arriving for our 12.30pm table we seemed to be ignored by the 2 young girls- only...

I’ve just had a lovely lunch at this charming cafe, my first ever visit. We sat outside, in the shade on this hot day, at the table reserved for us ( I booked a few days ago), and the scent from the nearby garden area...

Visited this lovely cafe close to the heart of Wimbourne. If you are looking for a supurb freshly cooked breakfast or a super relaxed lunch with a chilled glass of rose this could be your spot. The vegan chocolate cake is to die for. We'll...

I have been a long standing customer at Dean Court cafe but after today's experience no longer. I visited with a friend for coffee and cake; I had booked a table online but when I turned up and queried the reservation I was told 'sit...

An amazing courtyard with a tranquil feel. The food and beverages are first class. Homemade quiche made with vegetables from the garden. Friendly and efficient service Excellent value and can’t wait to return.

The courtyard is a beautiful place to relax and we really enjoyed the homemade quiche and the cake are to die for! I think the coffee is the best in Wimborne and the service is friendly and efficient. A real gem, keep up the great...

Went for a late breakfast brunch, food was lovely & good efficient service. We reserved a table & sat in their beautiful courtyard cafe setting. When back in the area again will be heading back.

This was my first visit to Dean's Court and I can't wait to go back again. The food and drink were amazing and the service was excellent. The team were all very friendly, accommodating and more than happy to help with all our needs. There...

We came here for brunch and it was fab. The courtyard is a beautiful place to sit and enjoy a coffee and the brunch itself was delicious. Service was great and we were served quickly and efficiently. George and the team have made this a...

Came here for the first time for a light lunch and a coffee. We had booked a table prior to arriving and we were slightly confused as to how to find our reserved table, which turned out there wasn't one. The waitress didn't introduce us...

The Squash Court at Dean Court has always been a favourite place for us to visit as a family. Since the Covid pandemic, the team have gone to great lengths to establish a safe, reassuring and efficient experience for their customers - it is always...

SUCH a lovely place! We had a delicious lunch, glass of wine and scrumptious cake in a delightful setting in the beautiful courtyard! We will definitely be back!!! Highly recommend!!!!!!

So happy to see my favourite cafe open again. Fabulous homemade cakes & the best mocha in town!! Service is fantastic, the atmosphere is friendly & relaxed. I visited yesterday for the open garden which was wonderful experience seeing behind the scenes. Thank you for...

Have been visiting for years and always enjoy our visits - great for coffee, (superb) cake and light lunches. The small indoor space can get busy but in the summer sit out in the beautiful court yard. Ali's team provide great service and the coffee...

A wonderful find hidden up a Lane, a welcome for dogs, free wifi, good food with a difference also has a interesting shop. We are so pleased we found The Dean Court Cafe.

my favorite coffee in town, food is lovely too, dog friendly so straight up our list, tables inside and out and attached to a super gift shop, always fun to browse the shop and sometimes treat ourselves

Great place. We had an aubergine quiche and panini both with salad, which were delicious. Good selection of drinks and tasty cakes to choose from, which we enjoyed too! Staff were very accommodating and friendly. All in a lovely rustic setting that's full of character....

This place has always had bags of character. The owners have created a courtyard cafe and delightful shop in an old squash court. It’s slightly off the main town so it’s quieter and there is a sunny outdoor area to enjoy your coffee in peaceful...

I just love Deans Court, what's not to love in fact, a gorgeous cafe, wonderful setting and a lovely shop. I love how everything is made in house and if possible from home grown ingredients. I had the halloumi salad and my father the homemade...

Been a couple of times with my dog which is great. The food is good and local so keep that up please

If you can get a table in the garden this is a delightful cafe. They get pretty busy at times and can seem a little overwhelmed but very polite and helpful. The setting is a beautiful little courtyard garden with lots of flowers and is...

Visited with my wife and two adult daughters whilst on holiday. Was very busy when we visited but manage to find the only table left. The service was good despite how busy they were and the drinks were very good as was the food. Different...

The food was good on my first visit but the staff were less than welcoming. This time (because le Petit Prince was full we gave them a second chance) the food was very good and the staff were friendly and helpful. We can recommend the...

We went here with friends and 1 dog and found a lovely welcoming cafe. A great selection of hot drinks and cakes....including one for our vegan friend. Will definitely be returning

Best to go on a sunny day where you can sit outside in the courtyard/garden and eat amongst the lovely courtyard garden with potted plants. Good for unusual cakes, and good coffee , vagan friendly. Usually can't grantee the cakes are gluten free as there...

Go on a sunny day to enjoy the courtyard. Inside is very noisy, all hard surfaces and the coffee machine echoes into the vaulted ceiling. Why do barristas have to bang around so much?

Took my daughter to treat her to a cake. As she has a peanut allergy the waitress turnedus away due to them having peanut butter in the kitchen and they can't guarantee there was no cross contamination. As they also use raw meat in the...

It is not often that you come across a gem of a Cafe such as the Dean's Court Cafe. The cakes are unusual and truly delicious... I had a banana, pecan and date cake with an excellent icing but was severely tempted by the Spinach...

Okay. The positives. Nice location. Nice quaint decor. My tea and partner coffee. The negatives. We walked in. 4 young female staff. 4 other customers at one table. After five mins no one comes to our table so I go up to counter to disturb...

Visited here today for lunch and we were not disappointed. Lovely location and general quirkiness! We loved our lunch particularly the freshly made carrot, apple and ginger juice and the courgette and poppy seed cake. So fresh and flavourful. The brownie looked good too, maybe...

We always head for this place whenever we are in Wimborne, usually once or twice a month. It's simply lovely, great place for a coffee, tea, cake, lunch with really nice staff.

The squash court itself is a wonderful step back in history full of quirky things,you don't know you want to buy until you see them . You can even get excited over the brush selection from little mini nail brushes to huge outdoor brooms Anyway...

Quirky cafe with indoor and outdoor seating and gift shop. Interesting and Healthy vegetarian food options nicely presented. The chocolate brownies are absolutely delicious.

Just stopped for a tea and coffee, but were welcomed into a thriving friendly cafe. Lovely atmosphere, plenty of space and an amazing selection of cakes. Tea was good, coffee was great but left wishing I’d bought a brownie. Next time...

Two couples on a day out to Wimborne Minster. A lot of mediocre eateries around the square and high street, so we wandered down Dean close by accident and found the Dean Court Cafe..So glad we did ! Fresh garden produce and excellent coffee (...

Un bel posto, tranquillo. Personale molto cordiale. Ho preso un cappuccino di soia e una fetta di torta fatta con...

The cafe looks appealing and attractive. Disappointing that the food doesn’t match the quality setting. Food quality and quantity need improvement to match the expectations set by the owners.

A friend took me here today for lunch. What a pleasant surprise to find this hidden gem smack in the middle of Wimbourne. The food was so good and the staff really friendly and welcoming. Cannot wait to take my Husband for a treat. He...

Located in what used to be the garages for Dean Court house this casual dining establishment is both casual and refined. All the veg comes from the house garden as do the eggs, so go for the quiche. the adjacent old squase court houses a...

Very nice home produced and cooked food. Lovely setting and friendly staff.. Vegan and gluten free options.

Met a friend here for coffee yesterday and have done so a few times now. Love the quirkiness of the place and the most excellent coffee and yummy cakes and there is usually a gluten free option available. Staff can sometimes come across as a...

Second visit after unimpressed first visit. Decided to give it another try. Unfortunately it had not improved for us. Young staff not very interested in customers and chatted very loudly at times amongst themselves. Had to get dirty cups replaced. Dead flowers in glass bottles...

Went on Tuesday to meet for coffee and cake. She suggested the place and I’m very pleased she took me there. I don’t think O would have found it in my own as it’s out of the beaten track. Loving the decor and the homemade...

Very friendly staff, beautiful food presentation and excellent taste. A great 'English country' atmosphere. One of my favorite places in Wimborne, Dorset.

So many homemade puddings and desserts. Tucked away behind the busy road this is always a peaceful place to have a cup of tea or coffee and a dessert....

I have visited the Squash Court many times and have always loved the food and surroundings but unfortunately the staff are very rude and appear to be inconvenienced by the customers! After several bad experiences we decided to give it one more chance today but...

We were looking forward to enjoying a wholesome lunch. Unfortunately the choice at 1.30 was limited we had quiche, one vegan the other, quiche of the day. The pastry was poor and the vegan quiche was not pleasant at all. The staff were unwelcoming at...

I own my own cafe but when I have time to meet friends this is a place I like to go and shop at the same time. I love the fresh juices.

Always love coming here, they have a great selection of cakes, many suitable for vegans (I am not Vegan) and the coffee is good. The soup is also amazing served with a hunk of bread. Great atmosphere and dogs welcome.

As others have said this is a quirky, but delightful place to eat. It certainly opened my eyes to the use of different types of "leaves".

We had a very tasty lunch here, delicious vegan chocolate cake for pudding. Quirky little cafe with informal atmosphere. We loved it!

We went to the Squash Court to do a little early Christmas shopping and were not disappointed. Not cheap but interesting good quality presents and luxuries for the home and myself!

I called into squash courts yesterday with friend at 1.30 to find the staff more interested in chatting to each rather than serving. when I went to place order I was told there was no soup left, so then I ask for the houmous to...

Tucked away off the street leading to the Minster is the entrance to Deans Court. At the side is a cafe and collectables shop and pretty court yard filled with flowers and gardening things to buy but on a small scale. The produce in the...

I just love this place... the food is so imaginative... and the team all have 'personality'. It's very multicultural, quaint, quirky, and the quiche (or tarts, if you prefer) are always delicious.

Having visited within the last 6 weeks I suggested lunch here with Mum. Our last lunch had been really impressive, delicious paninis with imaginative fillings, tasty dressed salad with olives etc. However, this time standards were not so high. Our order was taken at the...

Visited here for a 2nd time on Dean Court's Estate open weekend. It is housed in the old squash courts & is fabulously decorated in the shabby chic style. They have seating inside & also a courtyard with extra seating. There is also a shop...

I brought my sister here, with my two children, thinking she would like it. I was right. We both had panini's which were incredible, and the accompanying salads were gorgeous (the dressing is perfect).The children's offering is a really impressive selection of breads, cheese, ham,...

We visited here on a sunny day, and it was a lovely place to spend time amongst the shabby-chic French surroundings. We only had a coffee, and it has to be said, it was one of the worst cappuccino coffees that we have ever had...

Having eaten here before and been impressed by the experience , we decided to visit again last week. We choose a table outside and placed our order. My husband's meal came first and was served at the same time as another table. Mine was about...

We dropped in for coffee and cake. The was a good variety of unusual cakes and the decor was shabby chic. Staff were friendly and there is outdoor seating. Coffee was good but for the price charged the cake portions were small.

We have been here several times and although it is a bit pricey,the limited menu is really nice freshly made items.Love the quiche and mixed leaves

This is a lovely café, spoilt by allowing dogs inside. This morning there were 5 of them inside all barking and screeching simultaneously. I have a dog, and love them, but any pleasure in sitting in this noisy environment, unable to hear my friend, was...

Visited here with friends on a sunny day whilst visiting the sleepy town of Wimborne. We had two options in mind but selected this based on the vegetarian options available for one of our diners, and it was a good choice. The staff were friendly...

Came here for afternoon coffee with a friend. It is a smallish place with unmatched tables and chairs and interesting decor. It is easy and free to park (a boon for Wimborne), the coffee was very good and the cakes magnificent. Had a look at...

mis amigos se reunieron en café después de gimnasio, tesoro escondido en Wimborne nunca supe que estaba allí. lugar encantador, con una gran variedad de menú. Sólo tuvimos las bebidas, pero sin duda volveré a probar la comida. chocolate caliente era fabuloso y hacen soya leche sin coste extra.

Justo a la salida Wimborne calle alta esto es fantástico, sin pretensiones cafe. Sol de jardín en el patio de la cocina trampa. La comida es - ensaladas y verduras producen fantástico desde su propio jardín, es el sueño de los vegetarianos. Tenía un hermoso remolachas y cabras tarta de queso que estaba delicioso y el contenidos Bean y menta puré era delicioso. El personal es amable, eficiente y rápido para servir. Este se convertirá en un preferido!

Emplazado en el casco antiguo cancha de squash en el Dean Court Estate en el corazón de Wimborne este restaurante ofrece comidas frescas preparados, tartas y pasteles con más productos originario de los jardines de la urbanización. Uno de mis lugares favoritos para una comida ligera o un café de media mañana en un entorno apacible ecléctica.

Average cafe trying to be something it's not. Over priced wish wash painting something grey and putting odd shabby bits and bobs around does not make the dry cake taste better.

Precioso entorno con un precioso menú, tenía todas las máquinas para ser el lugar perfecto para el almuerzo, pero después de esperar más de 40 minutos para el personal de 'calentamiento ' algunos queso de cabra tartas, salimos muy hambre!! Teniendo en cuenta el café no estaba medio lleno, me puedo imaginar cómo podrían arreglárselas si estaba ocupado. Una pena!

Great tea, cake and panninis in a lovely, relaxed setting. Very friendly and attentive staff and great atmosphere provided outside by the vintage garden ornaments and the general 1930s- style vibe. Somewhere to chill for an hour, but still easy and convenient to get to.

Nos son visitantes habituales de la Pista de squash Cafe, vamos allí para el ambiente y el excelente café. La decoración upcycled es muy elegante, y es una delicia para sentarse en el patio, en un día soleado. El servicio siempre es cálido y acogedor, sin embargo yo diría que a veces parece un poco exagerada y en ocasiones hemos estado allí cuando sólo hay una persona tratando de servir todo el mundo, tal vez un repensar en más personal? Las ensaladas son deliciosos, todos nos recogió desde el jardín, que hemos visto ser entregados por los jardineros. La comida siempre ha sido buena, si no un poco caras.También tienen sin gluten y vegetariano opciones que es muy raro de encontrar en una pequeña ciudad. En general, creo que es un tranquilo lugar encantador para visitar, y nos mantendremos volver.

Pretty café tucked away in a quite corner of Wimborne. Amazing decor, smiley, friendly staff and delicious food. We are very excited to discover that they had vegan options on the menu too AND that they allow dogs. Would highly recommend!