Ollerton Watermill Teashop in Newark and Sherwood

We’ve visited several times and it never fails to disappoint. The food is fresh, beautifully served and delicious. It is reasonably priced and well worth a visit

We had a good look around the place and had a lovely cup of tea in the little garden well worth a visit

We always enjoy coming to Ollerton and the food and service today was excellent as usual. Many places boast about home cooking, but Ellen and Kate Mettam give you genuinely freshly made meals and baking. Our salads were generously filled and our desserts were out of this world. The service is very friendly and efficient. It was a treat to pay Ollerton a visit again, and I wish we lived closer! (Lynn and Simon Barber, Uttoxeter)

We booked for an afternoon tea yesterday and it was lovely. The beautifully fresh sandwiches came with a very nice side salad, and all of the little cakes and scones were delicious. Vey nice friendly service too. We had tried to get a table a couple of weeks earlier but it was fully booked, and we can see why! We will definitely try to visit here again when we are in the area. I think the lemon meringue pie will be next....

We were staying with friends and having a day out when we dropped in for tea, we hadn't booked but within 5 minutes we had a table by the window looking out over the mill gardens - lovely. We had a cream tea 3 huge scones of different tastes loads of strawberry jam and thick double cream also pots of tea, coffee and hot chocolate. All absolutely superb. The waitress was excellent (run off her feet) but well in control and very friendly, the behind the scenes ladies did a miraculous job dish washing, making up the orders and even finding time time to bake more scones. My only problem is that I live in Cyprus so can't get there more often but then again I would have to have more self control or I'd be like a rolly poly dumpling if I was there as often as I would like. Thank you lovely ladies for an afternoon I will remember forever.

What a joy. Staff friendly and courteous even when very busy. The tea room was spotless and the staff were friendly and took pride in their service. Very varied menu top quality produce used. As much tea and coffee as required. Booking is essential. Cannot wait to visit again when we are in the area. Abusolutely delightful. What a find!

Real quality food, with a side salad that is actually fresh and worth eating, limited for space. Very pretty location. Only drawback is the steep stairs.

Only had time for a coffee and Hot Chocolate, very nice only thing they only had oat milk and not any soya but it was not really a problem

What a little gem this place is. We have just had an amazing prosecco afternoon tea. Lovely fresh sandwiches of our choice, followed by an abundance of light and delicious cakes, and warm jam and cream scones, all served with our hot drinks of choice. The tea shop is a small and intimate venue, and the service is great. It is immaculately clean. I can't recommend it enough, and we will be back over soon. Thank you to the staff for a lovely afternoon.

Excellent afternoon tea booked by my daughter for a Mothers Day treat. What a treat it was. An array of sandwiches, scones and cakes and as much tea as we could drink. Lovely tea room with excellent food. The cakes were moist and delicious as was everything. They were so busy but that didn’t detract from the service or the food. So inexpensive too, much superior to many afternoon teas that cost much more. Definitely recommended

We visited (without booking a table), and were offered a table for 1 hour which was fine with us. The scones, jam and cream were delicious, warm and fresh. The coffee cake was yummy too!! Lovely friendly staff, we thoroughly enjoyed our visit and would highly recommend a visit if you are in the area.

We go regularly , always excellent , food , staff , prices . Great choice , everything home made , salads , desserts mouth watering , drinks, best place in area , can't wait for re-opening.

Managed to book in this popular tearoom for a lovely, fresh prepared lunch in picturesque area of village. Thoroughly enjoyed our homemade salmon quiche with salad and slaw. Also had home made carrot cake to go.

Visited here last week for the second time. Promised my daughter a trip after my last visit and she thoroughly enjoyed it so much so she is planning a visit for her and boyfriend. Service brilliant and food excellent. We had afternoon tea with coronation chicken and cheese and tomato sandwiches then a good selection of cakes and fresh out of the oven scones, jam and cream. Congratulations to the owner and staff for being such a lovely place to enjoy.

We popped in here on the off-chance as we came to see the mill and found there was a tea-shop here as well. We arrived around 3pm and asked if they had any availability, the lady who assisted us was super helpful but explained there was around a 20 minute wait, as we hadn't booked. It was raining outside so we decided to wait the 20 minutes, what a good call that was! As we waited, a couple of other guests left and I joked with one of the ladies that I "hoped it was worth waiting for", she said to me that we would love it, the place was a real gem. After waiting for around 15 minutes (that flew by after looking at the old photos and reading all about the history of the place), we were shown upstairs to our seat. It was smaller than expected upstairs but the service (friendly/attentive) and the food (beautifully homemade and super fresh) just blew us away. We went for the afternoon tea, with a choice of tea or coffee, choice of sandwich then a selection of homemade cakes and scones. I know this may sound silly, it's just sandwiches and cakes/scones but I cannot tell you how lovely and fresh they were. My wife and I have had afternoon cream teas at many places over the years, all over the country, Michelin starred etc but we both agreed that the afternoon tea here at Ollerton Watermill Teashop was the best, no question. If you can get here and get a table, do it, you will not regret it.

We were worried this place might be closed at the moment because it is quite small, I rang to check and it is open so we booked immediately, They have reduced the capacity a little so pre-booking strongly recommended. This is our favourite tea shop...

Been coming here for years and we’ve never had one bad meal. This is outstanding food and personal service. Open at night!!! Ha ha. Thank

This was an exquisite find, very reasonably priced, exceptional staff, delicious food and beautiful ambiance above the mill race and gardens. You need to be early for the scones at lunch time. (Other cakes and deserts available of equally tasty standard)

Beautiful setting, great attentive service, good quality afternoon tea. Scones proper fresh and mini mince pies were a lovely touch.

Quaint tea room, gets busy so good idea to book. Not a big menu but food is fresh and home made. Afternoon tea available. Staff friendly and accommodating. Will definitely visit again

My wife and I called in today for the first time, we did not book but we're accommodated straight away. I have to say what an absolute little gem of a place and I would recommend any one to give it a try. We can't...

We had to queue for a table. Lots of people book a table! Not many tea shops necessitate such action; a sign of the quality of this small yet excellent tea shop. Freshly baked scones , still warm from the oven as well as lots...

First visit here for a catch up with a friend, lovely scones !! You get 3 with jam and cream, really nice ! Staff lovely too , will be back

Had heard about this place through fiends and was around the area so i though id try it for lunch.. We were a group of 5 without a booking but managed to be seated.. i recommend booking though as this place is packed.. The food...

In the many times I have taken friends to this little gem it has never let me down. The food is first class, the service is friendly if sometimes rushed, but I can put up with that as the restaurant is tiny and the staff...

Me and 3 friends booked in for afternoon tea, which was pleasant enough. Tho the service but a dampener on the afternoon! Very slow service from the start, a few mix ups with what we'd ordered, wrong drinks being brought to the table etc. At...

very poor for disabled due it being a listed building. Plenty of car parking good access wheelchair on the outside but on access wheelchair inside

Called on the off chance as we know it can be busy we were asked if we could wait 10 minutes the service was prompt the staff were excellent and the food was beautiful the portions are very generous , I had the millers special...

Three of us booked a table for 2pm. We had to wait a bit and were shown our table around 2:15. Not a great start. At each stage, ordering, getting a pot of tea, getting sandwiches, etc. there was a long interregnum which was difficult...

I visited Ollerton Watermill Teashop while we were staying in Ollerton (next door actually!) and would highly recommend it for a spot of afternoon tea (or Prosecco!) however make sure that you book as its not huge to avoid disappointment!

Never been here before despite it being local. Wish I had, my daughter and me decided to go for afternoon tea one afternoon. I booked, which is a must because it was busy and only has a small amount of tables. Good efficient service. Choice of sandwiches and a good selection of cakes and a cream tea to top it all off. Lovely. Price is very good too. Less than £11 each. Everything we had was top quality and delicious. I shall be returning and recommending it to others.

Absolutely fab. Beautiful sandwiches and cakes.The sandwich fillings were lovely fresh salmon, ham off the bone,tasty cheese. Would go everyday if we could. Really enjoyed it.

We travelled here from Sherwood Forest. On arrival we were told we couldn’t eat as we hadn’t booked. They were full. We could get a table if we waited an hour. It would be advisable to put this on their website.

We recently moved into the area and thought it was time to venture to the local village!! What a fabulous find!! Such a cosy fabulous place!! A gorgeous afternoon tea in a lovely old water mill!! Will definitely be making it a regular visit!!

Waited a while to have our order taken. Had afternoon tea and asked if we wanted tea or fizz first and we opted for tea, and they gave one of our group the wrong type of tea. Staff gave no eye contact as they walked around, didn’t notice when we had finished our tea and were ready for our glass of fizz...very difficult trying to get their attention! One of our group asked for orange juice and were given half a glass as they’d run out but were promised the rest as they were going the shop...this never materialised! We’d finished and we’re asked if we wanted the rest of our cakes to take away, which we did. Bagged up but never presented the bill. Couldn’t get any staffs attention to ask for the bill so had to go up and ask for it. 15 mins later the waitress was getting napkins, drinking a coke in the back etc...but still no bill. We all got up to go and ask to pay the bill feeling pretty neglected. Bill was incorrect but we were so frustrated we paid do we could just get out of there.

This tiny tearoom upstairs over the water mill was a lovely setting to meet my friend. Having sandwiches, with salad, freshly made scones (still hot) and a selection of delightful cakes with a brew it is really a must! Booking is advisable!!

the cream teas are to die for sandwiches fresh cream scones and a pot of tea yummy and nice surroundings and staff halpful

Well where do I start with Ollerton water mill and teashop.This teashop is at a standard to which other teashops have to achieve .we have been going to this teashop for years, we go every week ,and I can say that it has not lost any of standard of service and quality off food ,it is top class in the teashop industry and winning teashop awards over the years. But anyway let's get down to the quality off the food in question , if you want starters you could have the soup which is very nice my favourite is the tomato and basil it is s full bodied soup with lots of flavour and you get a nice warm bread roll with it as well to soak up the bits in the bowl ,let's be right about it you can not leave anything it's that good,other things are available as well for starters .

Called today to meet up with friends who were staying at Thoresby Hall.

Went today for afternoon tea with a friend as a treat for her 80th birthday. Lovely little tea room in a pretty setting, very busy but all the staff were lovely and very attentive. You get to choose the fillings you want in your sandwiches, which came with a beautifully presented salad. Assorted cakes and freshly baked scones with cream and jam followed and a glass of Prosecco and then your choice of tea or coffee. We had to take a couple of cakes home as we were so full! For the price it was the best afternoon tea I have had and would definitely go again. Superb.

We have been visiting for years now and the standards never fall anything below immaculate. The taste, presentation and value of the food is second to none. The place is always so clean as well and the service swift and friendly even at the busiest of times.

Beautiful place, good service and lovely high tea. Friendly service, very tasty scones and everything is served nicely. There is a watermill beneath the entrance and is quite fascinating to watch beneath a glass panel.

We are staying at a cottage in Ollerton for a wedding later in the week and decided to go to the water mill tea shop for lunch since it was virtually next door to the cottage. It's a tiny quite village so we were so surprised when we went and and found it full with no tables available. So we booked a table for an hour later and must say lunch was delicious. My jacket potato was loaded with tuna, cheese and onion and came with a very sizeable mixed salad including strawberry,pineapple and grape and was reasonably priced. Since it's so close I am hoping to go back and try the trifle I saw or the scones which all looked delicious.

We found this tea room whilst on a walk from Edwinstowe. It is in a watermill & rather small but such a lovely setting. Cake was really tasty & a generous helping of it. The sandwiches looked tasty too. We had plenty of tea to drink which was really appreciated after our walk. Would definitely return

With my wife I visited this charming little tea shop situated in the market place at Ollerton. Visiting Clumber or Thoresby or The major oak then this tea shop is an ideal place to go for refreshments.

Many years ago we lived not far away and we used to come here for lunch at the weekend.

Travelled to this teashop from Staffordshire to Ollerton notts to find the place closed Tuesdays?No indication given on website otherwise would Not have wasted our journey dissapointed we seek alternative only found after looking online that other people had turned up to find what we did all shop and attractions closed for buisness how annoying!

We booked to come here for afternoon tea as we were staying in the area. We got there early and had to wait as our table wasn't ready. When we got upstairs into the tea room it was clear that this is because the place is tiny, and they had to wait for people to leave to sort out the next sitting. The staff are extremely friendly and pleasant, and the service was good. The afternoon tea was lovely, and the leftovers were wrapped up for us to take home. It was a wet day when we were there, but even then you could see what a lovely setting the tearoom is in, and on a sunny day it would be glorious! Overall a very enjoyable, relaxed visit.

Good range of home cooked and freshly made lunches including toasted sandwiches, baked potatoes and quiches. Need to book.

I wanted to try a cream tea here after reading previous reviews. We were staying at Exmouth and passed it on our way to Sidmouth. We decided to call in on our way back, and it certainly didn’t disappoint. We queued for ages to be served, but one look at the scones on offer told me it would be worth it. The place is very popular for all the food on offer, and it all looked delicious. Luckily it was good weather so we were able to sit outside, but there isn’t a lot of inside space. Luckily they had plain scones which I prefer to fruit and they were lovely and a decent size. Delicious jam and clotted cream. I love my cream tea and I would place this in my top three, but not top. It was interesting looking around the mill and shop as well. I highly recommend this place.

The cream teas are lovely and pretty good value for money. The service is swift, professional and efficient. The cafe is well laid out but small and cramped. It would be better if they could expand and have more room. But still a lovely, quirky place to visit

Had a lovely lunch at this tea shop was really lovely went for the special cheese salad with baguette presentation was beautiful various fruit cheeses and salad. The settings was lovely but the place us rather small and very popular so noisy and people were queuing for tables as you have to book. I did not have a dessert but they looked lovely I could not eat anymore. It was real value for money. The tea was also very good.

Booking is often helpful but my wife and I have sometimes struck lucky and got in on speck. There is a table for two in the entrance hall which is quieter and cooler sometimes but the tables upstairs are comfortable and plentiful. Some overlook the water course which flows under the mill. The service is excellent and polite, and the food home cooked by Ellen and Kate makes your mouth water. The Quiches are fantastic and the Pavlova is not to be missed. If you prefer cake then there is an excellent selection of mouth watering offerings. I once heard someone ask for a small slice of cake to which they were answered " we don't do small here". Once you have tried this wonderful haven you are sure to return to experience the bright and clean surroundings and try out other offerings. My wife and I have always wanted to try other items on the menu, but we find the Quiches so appetising we seem stuck on these.

Went here on a family holiday, not far off the A1 so great for breaking up the journey. It was worth booking as the place was very full. Good selection of lunch options, and although the venue is a bit cramped they were very accommodating of our two children and made a lovely children’s sandwich for my son. Food came quickly and was finished off with some excellent cakes. Very friendly staff. Well worth a visit if you’re in the area.

We visited today as a large party and we had the most amazing service by very attentive helpful friendly staff...we were welcomed with hot drinks then fresh made sandwiches on soft bread with tasty fillings bulging out ...this was accompanied by salad and coleslaw...then came the warm scones and cream and jam also the lightest cakes...a wonderful afternoon spent in an airy place with beautiful views ....there are stairs to climb to access the tea room and the toilets are downstairs and outside ( worth knowing if poor mobility)...prices fab ...lots of choice for lunch ... proper tea and coffee ...can't wait to go again soon

We took my mother in law here yesterday and she thoroughly enjoyed it.

I have never seen a tea room where they were waiting for the doors to be opened at 10.30 in the morning I thought I was at Harrods sale. But once they did it was buzzing, the staff seemed to handle the volume of visitors and once again we were not disappointed with the selection of cakes and teas that they had to offer. Well worth a visit - the setting was beautiful

Had a wonderful afternoon tea today for our anniversary.

What a delightful little tea room...it is small and can get a little cramped....but the food is to die for...home made food....reasonable priced would recommend this to anyone..

We booked the mill to celebrate Granny's 85th and it didn't disappoint. We were welcomed warmly and our every need was catered for. One gluten free, one vegetarian and one lactose diners in our party and they provided tyres requirements with out fuss. Granny's favourite at the mill is the lemon meringue pie and they baked one especially for us as the birthday cake.

So good to be going back to the wayermill after the winter break. Never disappoints. Food excellent; puddings to die for and great friendly staff

Visited for a 'snack lunch' on the weekend, lucky to get a table I think! Food was very good - toasted sandwich and panini, served with a fresh and tasty salad. Nice ambience, good service and good value. Will certainly call again next time we are passing through Ollerton. Only open certain days and times of the year, so check opening times rather than be disappointed.

This little cafe is very special and the place has history as the old mill wheel is inside and a glass floor you can see the water. The food is excellent can not wait to go again and highly recommend it

Visited last weekend for lunch, the food was really tasty and there was plenty of it. We had a ploughman's type platter followed by scones/lemon meringue and everything was delicious. The place itself is nice with the old watermill in the entrance and the staff were great. Will definitely re-visit.

This tiny but very popular place is a hidden gem. Delightful food up a narrow staircase at the top of a mill with the water running underneath. You always have to book here as it is usually full. They also do not take cards so you need to take cash.

I came here with 3 of my friends and we all loved it. The surrounding area is beautiful. The tearoom itself is very small (it's advisable to book) but charming, with big old fashioned wooden ceiling beams and a lovely view of the river through the window. The staff were very friendly and helpful. I ordered the afternoon tea. It was £9.50, which was well worth it for the amount of food. My sandwiches were made on very fresh bread and filled with good proper ham, served with a very fresh and varied salad. The scones were still warm and the best I've ever tasted in a cafe, served with fresh cream, good jam and a delightful mince pie! I also had two full slices of cake, which were beautiful - perfect in consistency and taste. There were also fresh strawberries dotted about the cake stand which was a nice touch.

This first visit for us and we met with friends for a special birthday afternoon tea. Menu is quite varied with the usual jacket potatoes but also salmon sandwiches, bagels and paninis. Tasty and generous portions all round. Proper tea pots and cups with saucers, as would be expected for such a genteel clientele! Puddings were brilliant and home made with loads of marangue, whipped cream and lemon. We had ordered a birthday cake and this was brought out with candles lit by the actual cook. This all had a lovely homely atmosphere, nothing pretentious or snobbish, but get there soon as they close for Winter On 26th of Nov. Quality was exceptional and service very attentive. It’s a cosy tea room but disabled be aware it is upstairs with no lift. Loos need a trip back down the stairs, but the building is ancient and to modify for current H&S; would spoil it. Very much noted for future returns.

We booked a table for 7 to celebrate the birthday of a young man. We had a fabulous time. The food is amazing, really no other word to describe it. All very fresh & well presented. Try and leave room for a decadent cake or two.

Soo dissapointed at this place made a booking for to day at 1oclock for my mum's birthday arrived but no table available so we said we woukd sit down stairs young waitress very polite took are order which we received about 15 mins later but still sat waiting at 1.50 not one person came to see or ask what cakes we would like so we left so all I can say is it ruined my mother's birthday gift

Warm hello on arrival lovely tea for my two lady companions and coffee for me toasted tea cakes with home made jam and cream were very well made light and crusty round the edges as they should be and jam not too sweet just perfect.

This is the best outlet for afternoon teas we have been toothe quality is very high the presentation is first class and the service is great all in all one of the best

Ollerton Water Mill Teashop is situated upstairs amid very pleasant surroundings. It is clean and bright. We visited on a Friday mid-afternoon. It was very busy, which we thought was probably a good sign. We ordered two toasted teacakes and two lattes which totalled £6.90 and were immediately disappointed. The teacakes were very, very light in texture with minimal dried fruit, reminiscent of a supermarket budget line and the latte, whilst very hot, was bordering on being undrinkable. To me it tasted of licorice and possessed no aroma at all which suggests that either it was cheap instant coffee, or was cheap ground coffee, or had been kept hot for way, way too long. In the kitchen there is a coffee filter machine so I assume either (or both) of the last two options to be true. From the window, it's possible to see the river which feeds the water mill, but sadly this was roped off. Shame!

We saw this on trip advisor and although it was a good 15 minute drive off the motorway it was really worth it. A small mill on a river in a pleasant location with freshly baked food and great quality. We had the cheese on toast as a snack, delicious. Lunch starts from noon, quiche freshly baked as with the gammon and a good choice of food and sandwiches. It is up a flight of stairs with no disabled access as it forms part of an old mill, although the stairs are wide and wooden so easy to get up with rails. Gardens outside look out on to small river. Worth the stop.

Excellent afternoon tea with a choice of generously filled sandwiches and small side salad -- lovely fresh cakes and hot scones

Lovely place, nice tea and delicious sandwiches, scones and cakes. Would advise you call and book ahead to make sure you can get in.

Having visited the Watermill Teashop some time ago, we decided to pay another visit as we were staying in the area at Thoresby Hall.

We lived in the area for a few years and never knew there was a water mill. We visited on a very wet day and the stream leading from the mill was a raging torrent. Free Off Street Parking is a short walk away. The restaurant is upstairs over the mill so be prepared for mounting the steps. The mill wheel and stream is visible behind glass downstairs. The tea shop is small and cramped and we were advised that it is best to book as we were lucky to get a seat and it was only the inclement weather that stopped it being full. Seating and decoration is fairly basic. Credit cards were not accepted at the time of reviewing.

Been a couple of times before and as this time, not disappointed. Very friendly staff who always offer doggy bags for left over cakes etc.

Went for afternoon tea. Was nice but had better. small sandwiches but filled well and some of the cake were dry. Did have warm scones which was very nice.

Visited the superb Ollerton Tea Mill today and as always was not disappointed, in fact I have visited regularly over the last 12 years and have never once been disappointed. The food is fresh, homemade, good portions, priced right, the setting is idylic, quaint, picture perfect with a view over the river I never get tired of. As it is so popular, it is often busy but it is always worth any wait ! The only downside, well the standard is so high, it has spoilt me to eat anywhere else, nowhere ever is quite as good, long may it continue.

My husband and i made two bookings on my birthday for this tearoom. We drove all the way down from West Yorkshire to visit there and Sherwood Forest visitor centre. On arriving for our first meal, it became clear that our booked table had been given to someone else, so we were placed on one of the worst tables. Then 2 couples came in without bookings and were given superior tables. We came back at 3.30 for a cream tea and were left standing for around 10 minutes despite there being an empty table, which just needed cleaning. Then we were left for 20 more minutes without making an order, whilst the staff just ignored us. Finally someone realised we were just sitting there. I asked for a cream tea and was told there probably wouldn't be enough for me to have one. After checking 3 times we eventually discovered it would be another 20 minutes before they were ready. We declined to stay, as altogether we would have been waiting for 50 minutes. The place was chaotic and only one overworked girl seemed to be doing anything. I feel completely let down and it spoiled my birthday. What was the point in booking, when people who just walk in off the street seem to be treated better. They really need to do better!

lovely quaint teashop in a historic setting well worth a visit ad on a sunny day its an excellent stop off point to take in history and a lovely cuppa

The tearoom is upstairs and very small so really need to book (we had to on a Wednesday afternoon). Staff very friendly and helpful. Sandwiches, scones and cakes all delicious and good value.

Had heard great reports about this venue and certainly seemed very popular during our visit today. Food nice, venue small but accommodating. Staff ok, could be the friendlier!

I recently went for lunch with my friend and had a wonderful meal, the food was all fresh and home cooked, beautifully served with good portion size, the afternoon teas looked amazing and will be trying those next time. The staff were very friendly and attentive, on the top of all that the prices are very good.

Fancied a cuppa after a walk following having lunch at Bella Vita, just a stones throw away.

This is our favorite tea shop situated in a small village in Ollerton.

We visited here last weekend and had a very average afternoon tea, it really was nothing special with only 1 choice of sandwich variety. The cream was a little odd maybe whipped and a little too synthetic rather than what tasted like fresh double cream. I definitely wouldn't bother again for afternoon tea. The tea room and surroundings are delightful. maybe just a wrong menu choice.

I had an enjoyable lunch here today, panini with brie, ham and cranberry, served with coleslaw, beetroot and a salad of leaves, tomato, onion, strawberry, melon and grapes which is a combination I've not had before, but works! This cost £5.25 which is very good value. I would say the tearoom accommodates approx. 30 people. They do get busy so you should ring and book. Oh, they don't take payment by cards so make sure you have cash!

Four of us visited today, no a perfect sunny late March day.

We had afternoon tea for three people. Sandwiches were excellent as were the scones served with jam and cream, the cakes just melted in the mouth. Couldn't fault anything but would advise booking so as not to be disappointed. The setting is perfect and the water just makes it a perfect place to rest a while!

Been visiting the Tea Rooms since I was a baby I'm now 21 and still go with friends/family when I'm in the area! Not one to be missed.. you need to book though 😊

The staff here are fantastic and over the years we have NEVER seen them treat customers with anything other then friendly good manners and courtesy. I have just read 2 negative reviews on here that left me a bit suspicious. One reviewer said they called in on the off chance at the end of November and were ignored, well maybe the staff were dealing with people who had bothered to read how popular this venue is and had booked a table. More suspiciously is a really poor review from someone claiming to have visited 3rd January 2017. In all the years we have been visiting we have never known the Mill to be open for trade at this time of year as they traditionally close from late November before re-opening in March for Mothers day.

too expensive and its like a spare room with a counter its too small cold and the staff could do with a good laugh to cheer them up

Was travelling through the village of Ollerton, when we saw these tea rooms, so we thought we would pop in for a light snack. Although I appreciate that this has a lot of very good reviews and I would properly say it's a nice place, but unfortunately we never got to experience it, from the rude staff making us feel un welcome. We walked out as I stand care to be spoke down to the way we were. I have emailed there Facebook page, no response. Very rude people.

Limited space so you need to book to make sure of a table. Food and service excellent. Worth a visit as its near Rufford Park, a good place to walk off lunch !

Just north of Nottingham turn into "Ollerton" and in Market Place (SatNav NG22 9AA) is Watermill Tea Shop. This is excellent and scenic location to enjoy lunches from, 11.45am to 3pm. Cakes and Scones Served as well. The tea shop is very popular and with the grounds and river flowing by. Has glass viewing platform to view how water still currently runs under the building forming part of the "Mill House" . The food and lunches are of EXCEPTION QUALITY. Nothing more needs to be said, OUTSTANDING. OPEN MARCH TO NOVEMBER - WEDNESDAY TO SUNDAY -

I have visited many times, mainly with friends but then dared bring the toddler & they couldn't do enough. If you value home cooked, fresh food and the best cake ever....this is truly for you.

Had a lovely late lunch here - portion sizes great and staff very efficient and polite :) Surroundings quaint and relaxed.

Excellent home cooked meal. Staff really nice. Nice seroundings (a water mill) and reasonable price.