Mad Hatters Tea Room in Derby

Two old ladies looking for a cuppa and something nice to avoid going straight home after Church have tried most cafes and tea rooms in the area south of Derby. When we found the Mad Hatter, we knew our prayers had been answered. Cute, cozey tea room with canal-side area that can cope with all but the worst weather. There are even wasp traps so the stingers leave the customers in peace. The menu is adaptable to any diet and the Staff could not be nicer or more helpful. Given that the food is prepared to order and REALLY great, what more can you want? Car parking? Not a problem !

Smashing place. Visit as much as we can. Love it. Staff and food are great! Lucky to have it in our doorstep.

Visited for brunch with family. We arrived at just the right time and got a table for 5 , as shortly after it was full, although seating is available outside as well. ordered a five items breakfast , 8 item breakfast and 12 item breakfast, which also all come with a slice of white or brown toast and butter. All were absolutely delicious and not a scrap was left. Not greasy at all which some cooked breakfasts can be at some places, and the bacon nice and crispy . There was not a peep out of my sons as they were eating, and they have been talking about how good the breakfast was the the day after as well! My parents had a toastie and a panini which came with a lovely salad garnish too. They concurred that theirs were equally as delicious. Service was friendly and efficient too. Definitely the top place for breakfast locally and looking forward to a return visit

I had a chip butty. My son had chips and egg. Both really enjoyed it and clean plates all round. Friendly staff too

Ordered a breakfast and to be fair was told that the microwave had failed so no scrambled egg, baked beans, tomatoes or mushrooms were available. We went ahead and ordered fried stuff to make up a breakfast. We twice reminded staff that we had not received our hot drinks but they didn't appear. After 55 minutes from the order time I asked for a refund for the drinks. On the way out I spoke to the owner who was outside chatting to customers and having a cigarette and told her about the situation and she immediately blamed the "new staff". It was a poor excuse, a shame because we are regular customers and did like going there

From the moment we arrived, we felt like we were on holiday!! Outdoor surroundings had beautiful straw roof huts if you wanted to sit in the shade, or there were many other areas to choose where you can watch beautiful canel boats meandering down the canel & a variety of waterfowels enjoying a swim in the sunshine. We were sat near to the canel & enjoyed loved watching three canel boats & some geese pasd by! When we entered the tea room, we were met by a super friendly lady (I think she said her name was Sue - sori if I'm mistaken ♡), she was so warm & inviting & more than happy for us to choose our own cups for our large hot chocolates 😋 She took time to go explain what cakes where on display. We were spoilt for choice!! Great value for money for a good size portion!! Our drinks & cakes were brought out with a smile by 'Sue'. It was lovely to watch how equally bright & cheerful she was with all the other customers! She made us feel so at home!! I'd recommend this jewl in the crown to anyone looking for that 'Home from Home' warm & friendly atmosphere, stunning views & heavenly cakes! 😋 Definitely worth 5 stars 🌟🌟 🌟🌟🌟

First visit for coffee and cake. Definitely will return for a breakfast seeing the plates coming out of the kitchen. Only thing that did do my head in is all the clocks at different times. But it adds to ambiance of the Alice in Wonderland theme. 😂 Well done 👍🏻

Stopped off here in the morning, had not made a booking but were more than accommodating! Fur baby was allowed too! Service outstanding, food amazing. Fur baby loved his puppacinno! Prices reasonable would definitely visit again.

Just called here after a walk along the nearby canal. Fabulous cakes, great coffee. The young lads who served us were very friendly and helpful. Also, lots of room outside and nice views over the canal. Highly recommended.

My wife and I found this little gem whilst walking along the Trent and Mersey Canal. We dropped in for lunch and were served by really cheerful and friendly staff. The premises looked immaculately clean. We ordered sandwiches and tea. When the sandwiches arrived, they were clearly freshly made with lots of fillings and very tasty. The tea came in a big pot and we could have two or three cups of tea. We sat near the canal side and enjoyed the peace and quiet. Definitely recommended. Definitely be revisiting.

Part way through a wonderful canal trip with Paul we stopped here for tea and cake and it did not disappoint! It was delicious, great service, great cake!

A short stop off during a canal trip with Paul and the tea and cake did not disappoint! Great service and delicious cake and tea too

I met a friend for a catch up and we ended up having lunch. Food was delicious, staff were wonderfully helpful and attentive and everything was lovely and clean. I will definitely be going back soon!

To all walkers,cyclists and country lane drivers this is a brilliant tea room. Inside or out plenty of tables, outside is next to the canal so extremely relaxing. Plenty of space to park bikes. The drinks and especially the cakes are awesome ( what I call a builder's size piece of cake so very generous) at a great price. The ladies who work there are friendly .

Cute little themed cafe to stop at during a walk along canal. Great cake selection and coffee. Good value for money. Quite narrow & small so wouldn't go on a busy day.

We visited here by chance and were very impressed. A lovely setting beside the canal. Warm and welcoming staff and good food, drinks and cakes. We will be heading back.

Nice area overlooking the canal. Worth sitting outside if the weather is nice. If you have cream scones make sure you eat them quickly, or the wasps will joing you.... Worth a visit.

Stopped off here on a towpath walk on a wet day in December. It was very warm and welcoming when we stepped. Busy (even on a wet December day), but still a couple of tables free. Lovely decoration inside, nice coffee served with a jug...

A lovely little café with a huge outside area adjacent to the canal. Lovely choice of homemade cakes and teas. We were too late for breakfast, but several people recommended we try it next time - which we will. A great setting.

I visit a lot of tea rooms and cafes while cycling and this gem is now my favourite. The location next to the canal is beautiful with a stunning outdoor seating area, play ground for the kiddies. The service was brilliant very friendly. I just...

I’ve been here for the breakfast twice. Both times it was nice enough. One of my party had the chocolate cake on the latest occasion we visited, it was unfortunately dry and tasteless. The welcome could do with being warmer also. I would say it...

A group of us called in when we stopped off on a boat trip, we were greeted with “we only do drinks and cakes” and they refused outright to make any cold sandwiches even though they had plenty of staff and there we didn’t want...

Great location and beautiful outside area. The food was lovely but was let down by the lack of choice for gluten free (celiac) and the lack of knowledge. If it wasn't for me asking about what the pannis are cooked on they would of cooked...

Friendly service, lovely cakes and coffee, nice outdoor tables looking over canal. Well worth a visit.

A refreshing cup of tea accompanied with a delicious piece of home made cake is very welcome after walking our dogs along the canal.

Visited here on a sunny Friday afternoon. What a lovely tranquil spot alongside the canal. Trying to decide what to sample proved difficult, as everything sounded appealing. Finally decided on Bacon and Brie sandwiches on brown bread with a bowl of chips. Bread was lovely...

Glad we found you since your move. A treasure of a location, ideally situated for walkers, cyclists, boaters, and those travelling by car or motorbike. The food is lovely, well presented, the cakes are delicious, and everything is served with a smile. Great staff, and...

Went for a late lunch and food was fresh prepared. Variety of options for Light lunch . Delicious home made cakes for,dessert. Adults and children all more than happy with their choices of food.

This is one of those places that you can pop in and feel so comfortable, even in walking gear!! During the summer it was bliss to have my lunch by the side of the canal. The staff are always friendly and helpful ......... try it,...

I have visited a few times and find this a great stop off when on a dog walk along the canal. On this occasion we ordered scones and butter and a tea and coffee. The scones were huge and served with plenty of butter. But...

Stopped here for some lunch in the middle of a walk near Mercia Marina. The staff were really friendly and helpful and the food was great! Would definitely recommend going there. :)

It was lovely we sat outside , unfortunately it’s guide dogs only , and with the weather we probably now won’t get to visit again ( we have a frenchie we can’t leave ) we will definitely go again next spring summer. We both had...

Have known this great team since the Alvaston days, now in a much better place but still with a great menu and selection of cakes to finish. Hot chocolate and tea cakes are a must as is the breakfast. Great for sitting in or out...

We called in here on our daily dog walk as we can sit outside and watch the canal boats . We both had cappuccino which at £2 for a huge mug was great value. It was disappointing as it tasted like a packet cappuccino and...

This morning my family had a breakfast at this place. Place is amazing with the beautiful view at the canal in the marina. We sat inside and we have been served straightaway and the lady helped us choose food as this was our first time...

Great food, great service, fab surroundings. They even offer slimming world chilli (if there's any left).... Well worth a visit.

Went with a lady’s group..there were quite a few of us but we were served promptly..lovely tea and cakes...the scones especially were divine ! Ate overlooking the canal with the trip boat just arriving...what’s not to like ?

I love this cafe! The staff are super friendly, make you feel so welcome and cater to lots of requirements. Big choice to choose from, with good vegetarian options. Their build your own breakfast is a great idea, had it a few times and it's...

We had a lovely family lunch here after a walk down the canal. It's a great location for sitting outside, though was too cold to do so when we visited! We had burgers which were amazing - burger joint standard, with a choice of interesting...

Went for a lovely girls breakfast myself my daughter and her daughter who is three. It’s a small cafe next to the canal. You choose what you want on your breakfast. The staff was lovely and the atmosphere was great. The props of Alice and...

Went for a Saturday breakfast with my wife and in no time at all we both felt as though we were part of the family. The owner and the staff were very frendly and polite. The food from the build your own breakfast board was...

Build your own breakfast from the list of items, well cooked, tasty and good portion size comes with a doorstop piece of toast and a pot of tea, great value. Welcoming and friendly staff with quick and efficient service.

Good food, portion size just right recommended to all , very reasonable prices will come again soon.

Just went in for cuppa on an afternoon walk down the towpath half way back to the car park . But the scones were very eye catching sat on the counter the other end to a magnificent display of cakes . Myself & my wife...

This was our first visit - first impressions we were the only ones there,it had no atmosphere- no background music , you could hear a pin drop.... We ordered a cappuccino and a latte which came in a builders size mug , not ideal as...