Dove Cottage Tea Room in Melton

Called in to see what Dove Cottage was all about having recently heard there was a charity tea room. Cold, foggy, wet day outside but warm, friendly and welcoming inside. At 12 we were only customers but the 3 staff on duty were extremely friendly, chatty and pleasant. Tea was served instantly and excellent sandwiches soon followed. Some nice stuff for sale including some really good cook and travel books. My wife spent 20 minutes browsing upstairs. By time we left there were others arriving and regulars judging by their comments. All told I'm glad we stopped by and will check out more about what Dove Cottage is and does.

Visited on Thursday 21st October after a nice hike from Granby. I admire the fact that all proceeds go to the hospice, but our experience really was quite forgettable. Average coffee, average cakes and very naff bric-a-brac for sale on every spare table and rail. Setting was nice, along with the kids’ play are.With the Marquis @ Granby doing 200 degree coffee and cake, CVV, Cafe Allez @ Belvoir, and the coffee shop at the Engine Yard, Dove Cottage really needs to do better.

Dove Cottage is a tea room that serves more than just tea there Sausage cobs, and Bacon cobs etc are very tasty and filling plus the cakes are yummy, everything foody is freshly made by the volunteers who work for the charity, a visit to this location is a must for it supports the nearby Hospice and also has a shop selling goods donated to the charity by the public

Lovely stop off after a long walk along The Grantham Canal. Friendly service and tasty sandwiches washed down with a lovely cuppa.

We have regularly enjoyed coffee and brunch here and it is always excellent. The ladies (who are all volunteers) are incredibly friendly and always so helpful. In normal times the charity shop up stairs is always worth a visit.After a walk along the canal a coffee and brunch at Dove Cottage makes the day special ! Thank you all for such a lovely and consistent experience. Even in these Covid times you feel safe and properly looked after.Nick & Jenny

I visited with friends, we arrived at 10:30am, the service was good , we all ordered drinks and cakes, the scones were still in the oven so I had to wait a while, the cakes were disappointing and dry, my cup of tea was like dish water so I asked her to put another tea bag in, it came back looking more like tea but no tea bag.

I have been to this cafe and shop a few times over the last 2 years, firstly to donate items when my Dad passed away in Feb 2018, then when my Mum also passed in June of the same year.All of the volunteers were extremely empathetic and helpful.The cafe serves nice hot drinks and a few cold drinks, along with light meals and snacks, all for a very reasonable price.It's nice to sit out in the garden on a hot day, watching the birds in the hedgerow .... very relaxing.Well worth a visit if you are in the area, but bear in mind that it is down a single track road, as the priority is the Dove Cottage Hospice a bit further along from the cafe.Peaceful, welcoming, relaxing and all for a very worthy cause; what's not to like?

Our first visit this year in support of the Dove Cottage Hospice an opportunity to look for the goods on sale that have been donated to the charity whilst enjoying a nice cup of coffee and a slice of cake (other food available) in the tea room

This is a small tea room staffed by very friendly helpful staff and they provide excellent tea and cakes. Well worth a visit, as the tea room is for such a good cause...

My friend and I were walking along the Grantham Canal and chanced upon this tea room at the end of our walk. What a find! It is off the beaten track on a single track road but is clearly very popular as there were only two free tables when we called at around 3pm on a weekday. We only had tea and scones but they were great and the staff were really friendly and helpful. We will definitely visit again if we are walking in the area.

After a lovely long walk along the Grantham Canal it was a nice stop off at The Dove Cottage Tea Room. A well earned pot of tea served by friendly staff was just what I needed before setting off again towards Grantham along the canal towpath.

Went to this place after walking along the canal for a well earned drink and something to eat. Managed to find a table and between us we ordered parsnip and ginger soup with half a sandwich, and a jacket potato with tuna and side salad. With drinks as well, the price was very reasonable.Went upstairs to have a look in the charity shop and we each came away with something which was quite good, as monies goes towards Dove cottage Hospice.There was seating outside, and a play area for the children to play on. Overall a lovely little place, very reasonably priced, something for children to do and with the bonus of a charity shop makes it a little gem. Will certainly visit again soon.

Whilst my wife looks through the goodies in the room full of things for sale that have donated by the public I sit in the Cafe eating home made cakes and drinking coffee, what ould be better?It is also a popular stopping off place for cyclists around the vale of Belvoir

Cosy little tearoom run by volunteers. Lovely cakes, soups and sandwiches mostly. Charity shop upstairs is always clean and tidy. Really nice place to call in have a cuppa and support the Hospice.

Entirely run by volunteers, this charming little cafe and charity shop is a nice place to spend an hour or so. They have a limited but good quality food menu and the bacon sandwich I had was tasty and filling. The staff are friendly and are doing a good job at raising money for the local hospice. Well worth a visit.

An absolute must in the heart of the vale of belvoir. This coffee shop/charity shop has everything. Character, charm and oodles of personality. Run by volunteers it's primary objective is to raise funds for Dove Cottage Hospice. This very successful tea room is very well worth a visit. Excellent menu choice from tea and scones to bacon rolls (the only downside hot food only available 12 to 2 breakfast rolls would be a fabulous addition), paninis, home made soups, home made cakes and scones. Some produce home grown. Excellent afternoon teas. Brilliant childrens play area, very family friendly.

I had not heard of this place until today, when someone suggested we meet there for coffee. I only sampled the coffee and a fruit tea but everything was nicely done and the staff were lovely.

This is a lovely tea room all run by volunteers who are always cheerful and friendly.Plenty of tasty cakes to choose from and the hot chocolate and coffee are always delicious. Plenty of seating inside,or if you prefer on a warm summer day you can sit outside and a well stocked charity shop which is well worth a look.

First visit with a friend. Initially when you walk in it is very cosy looking and very clean.

We'd planned a walk by the canal and imagine our surprise to find that afterwards we could eat a cream tea at the delightful Dove Cottage tea room. A hidden gem and the added attraction of a lovely charity shop too. I bought lots of greetings cards and my husband found a book. This is definitely one to remember next time we're in the area.

We have used this tea rooms many times, it is great for a cuppa and cake as well as light snacks. The charity shop upstairs tempts me far too often, although I did manage not to go upstairs on my last visit.

Never been here before even though it is nearly on our doorstep. A very well presented Tea Room with an upmarket Charity Shop. I picked up a very nice piece of undamaged LLadro for £3. A pleasant tea room for light snacks and cakes with friendly organised staff. To the rear is a grassed play area featuring a climbing frame, zip wire, swings and a slide. We will return with our granddaughter before the summer is out.

Run by a bunch of happy volunteers, always made welcome. Home made soup, and scones daily. Morning coffee, light lunches or afternoon tea, I have tried them all, unpretentious, just lovely.

Staff were very attentive and friendly, it's way out but worth going. Lovely garden to sit in and relax if the weather is alright. Nice walks by the canal.

A menudo nos visita la Paloma Café. El personal era excelente en la última visita, no podría haber sido más servicial. El pastel es el casero, el té y el café es de una calidad muy alta. Gran ubicación, agradables jardines. La tienda de la caridad es muy divertido para navegar y espero comprar algo para apoyar la caridad. Volveré otra vez. Gran lugar para visitar.

Hicimos un viaje especial de Nottingham, a objetos de la tienda, y 3 para un almuerzo ligero - sandwich tostado - llegar a la barra en 1. 45. Sé que deje de tomar los pedidos de la comida caliente en 2. 00:00, así que asegúrate de el tiempo y que llegamos al mostrador rápidamente.

Regularmente en los salones de té para un café rápido (o pastel) y el personal voluntario muy amable y acogedor - siempre es bonito tener una potter alrededor de la tienda de la caridad. arriba No es de lujo, pero muy acogedor y de todas las utilidades para ayudar a financiar el hospicio a lo largo del carril.

Al final de un carril de largo entonces por un puente, cruce de vuelta a un amplio aparcamiento. Este café de casa no es lujoso, pero únicamente sirve una variedad de bocadillos y tartas en un entorno limpio y bien decorado. Hay una tienda que vende ropa de arriba y golpear navy a apoyar el hospicio que este fondo café. Para elevar

Visitaremos el tes regularmente para cumpleaños tarde de té. Los voluntarios son siempre alegre y su gran variedad de tartas y aperitivos son increíbles y es bueno saber que el producto ayuda a muchas personas que se preocupan por su centro de respiro. Son tales centros.

My wife and I called in after visiting the nearby hospice which was having an open day so people could learn about its role for personal or volunteering purposes. The hospice is a day care facility and guests do not have to pay. Consequently there is the need to fundraise and the Dove Cottage tea room contributes to this . We had tea and a scone which were excellent as the tea was Yorkshire and the cherry scone was light and full of cherries having been made recently by one of the volunteer staff. There is seating outside in the beautiful garden where there are plenty of activities for children such as slides, swings, and the like. There is also a charity shop above the restaurant which is worth a visit. Dove Cottage is certainly worth a visit and knowing that you are also supporting such an amazing charity is really encouraging. Incidentally I understand the café and hospice are always interested in hearing from potential volunteers.

We regularly call in to Dove Cottage for a nice slice of cake and coffee plus as it is a fund raiser for the nearby Hospice all the profits go to running the Hospice and my wife enjoys looking through the Charity cloths shop upstairs

Visited this tea room and charity shop and I was really surprised how much choice was on the menu. Nice home made soup and lovely toasted sandwich and salad.The flapjack was very good and took another slice home!All staff very friendly and as a number of them volunteer there is a lovely atmosphereThere are gardens outside where the children can play

A lovely little tea room with a limited menu, the staff very polite and helpfull and the place has an added value as it has a charity shop upstairs for the hospice it helps support .well worth a visit

The produce and food is good, but for a cup of tea and a bun, it's pricey for the area. The problem is the service though. Staff don't know the full menu and although we have marmalade every time we go, the staff deny that it's on the menu. Being told to take your tray back in from outside is also a little rude and a visit to a customer service course may be needed. I may not be able to go again after this review!

we just popped in for a late lunch, we had some toasties the wife bacon and brie, I had cheese and onion and cheese and tomato, all we served with a salad garnish and tasty they were too. my wife was tempted by the scone with cream and jam, very freshly made. the service as always was good and very helpful. the tea room is situated at the side of an old canal on when sunny its a great place to walk, there is also a small area for children outside with a fence all round. we often go there and spend some time upstairs in the charity shop which has very good quality items at good prices. Well worth a visit if your in the vale.

Always service with a smile, can get busy on a nice day, but then there are seats outside. All staff are volunteers and money goes to the hospice of the same name.

A lovely lunch was had by all of the family. The staff tended our every need and were lovely and charming. It is the perfect location, on the canal.

We visited twice this summer and had a lovely cake and coffee in the garden after a walk along the river. Certainly well off the beaten track but very busy. Definately worth a visit.

We are regular weekend visitors here. An absolute gem of a place. Great menu choices, friendly atmosphere and service. An excellent Charity Shop upstairs. (Charity shop not open sunday). Excellent Afternoon Teas, great value. If you haven't been before well worth a visit. Provides much needed funds for Dove Cottage Hospice which provides a much needed service to those who require support and care. An excellent play area outside for children.

Been loads of times as this is a great place to eat right in the vale. The food is always fresh and the cake selections are yummy. The staff are all volunteers and they really do a fantastic job they are always very welcoming. This tea room certainly gets my vote. Steve+Claire

This lovely but busy little tea room is situated next to the Grantham Canal with outside seating for a summer visit. Upstairs is a charity shop, the whole concern run by volunteers for the Dove Day Hospice a little further down the lane. Cyclists, walkers and car bound sightseers are all welcomed. The homemade food is fresh and tasty, there is usually a bowl of soup and a toasties available. However, Gluten and Dairy free visitors may struggle to find anything suitable for them.

We were looking for somewhere to spend an hour with 4 grandchildren aged 3 - 14, one of them on the autistic spectrum. Dove cottage tearoom is a great find. The zipwire kept 2 of them very happy, the 3 year old jumped in all the puddles, the 14 year old spent the time spending money in the charity shop (along with Mum and aunty), and everyone enjoyed looking at the cakes and convincing themselves that they REALLY didn't need a luscious piece of coffee and walnut! Only one little moan, a disappointing choice of soft drinks.

Arrived at coffee shop on site just before they were closing. They stayed open for us and no rush. Free fast and easy WiFi and massive coffees. Excellent

Lovely cakes and savoury meals, with the added bonus of the charity shop upstairs. Don't forget to take along your unwanted gifts for the shop. Thanks to all the volunteers for a jolly good effort.

A lovely canal side setting which is great for a walk, good size car park too. Drinks bowls for dogs are laid out in the garden.The cakes taste and look home made, drinks are very good too.The best bit is the money goes to help at the hospice so any spare change helps here too.Great food and a great cause - keep up the good work.

The perfect place to start and/or finish a walk. It's right beside the canal so on one of the few fine days in the New Year we set off after a coffee there for a very muddy circular walk along the canal and then back through the villages. Back just before 2pm so just in time for a light lunch of home made soup and sandwich.The charity shop is a bonus for some good bargains and the friendly welcoming volunteer staff make for a delightful experience.

Recently met girlfriends here for lunch and as it was a lovely sunny day, we enjoyed the afternoon chatting in the garden For approximately £9- £10, I enjoyed a cheese salad sandwich [unfortunately no prawns or tuna], a homemade scone with jam and cream and an elderflower presseThe lovely ladies who work here give of their time freely and I assume that the money raised from the tea room and charity shop above, goes towards the running costs of the nearby hospiceI have a lot of friends in the Vale of Belvoir and can't believe I haven't been here before, but I will definitely be going back again in the very near future Keep up the great work!!! x

Visited yesterday and had the best afternoon tea. Sandwiches, scones with cream & jam & cake all with as much tea you could drink. The staff are very friendly and jovial. It is next to the Grantham to Nottingham Canal which unfortunately is not in use but you can take walk next to it. The proceeds from the tea room and the charity shop, which is upstairs, go towards the up keep of the Hospice

I don't where to start! As I walked in I was greeted by two smiley volunteers. I then ordered a jacket potato thinking its going to be bog standard 5 minutes later I was met by a jacket potato that had a beautiful salad and amazing tuna mayo on top. I then put with my younger sibling to play in the park we went up and down on the zip wire and then had a noisy in the vegetable patch. Me and my brother went to the ice cream cooler and took an ice cream each and walked along the canal with a magnum and a mr milk defiantly worth going.

This delightful little tea room is a welcome site if you are a walker or cyclist. There is a cosy atmosphere and delightful welcome from the volunteers who work there, the proceeds from the tea room and the wonderful charity shop upstairs go towards the upkeep of the Hospice which lies a few yards down the laneThe home made soup was delicious and I could not resist the freshly baked scones, the food was fresh and nicely served. A lovely place to visit but leave plenty of time you won't want to leave in a hurry. There is also a play area and seating outside, so hopefully when the sun really shines I will take advantage of the wonderful setting.

Friendly Tea Room in lovely setting with lots of charitable goods on offer for sale. Tasty snacks (not the cheapest) but tasty and good. Always a nice atmosphere. I visit often.

We're local and do the half-hour walk from Plungar across the Granby canal to this venue with the children - or sometimes simply the hubby. Great play area for the kids whilst I gossip with my sister or read the paper with pat. we all love a rummage around the charity shop upstairs too. double bonus is that proceeds go to charity.Lunches are sandwiches and snacks in the main but you can get hot lite-bites ... you can get an english scone tea too! Also they catered when we were there for wheat-free.Only draw back is the time of opening - so check them before you go ... it closed around 4pm from recollection and hot lunches stopped prompt at 2pm.

I have visited many occasions with the kids and with friends the welcome is always friendly and service good. Food fresh and love the homemade cakes. Great place to go for a long circular walk or a short stroll along the canal. Plenty of Free Parking - beautiful setting. I always enjoy a good look around the charity shop upstairs.