Read & Digest in North Norfolk - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Best Afternoon Tea ever! A nine course extravaganza with everything home made from taster pies, sausage rolls, scones (cheese and sweet with jam and cream) plus sandwiches and cakes and a lovely cherry mousse. As much tea and coffee as we needed served in tasteful china with proper serviettes and tablecloth. Lovely smiling service and great value for money. If we lived nearer we’d be back every week!

Possibly the loveliest scone I’ve had (I’ve had a few) and my husband said his carrot cake was also delicious in this sweet little cafe. The house blend breakfast tea was plentiful, rich and delicious. Sweet tea cups and beautifully served by the delightful ladies who work there. Just a lovely experience and we will definitely return on our next visit to Norfolk!!

Amazing quaint and quirky with super friendly staff and tasty food. Such a lovely atmosphere and inclusive the person I was supporting completely forgot he wasn't fond of small spaces.

Forget the Shrine and take a Pilgrimage to the delightful Read and Digest Tearoom by the Old Pump Walsingham. We had homemade soup with real bread and butter, a confection of honey and almond cake and a pot of Assam tea all served up by the Lovely Ladies. All good and you can buy a book too.!

Popped in after a stroll around the Abbey grounds and very glad I did. I had THE most delicious bowl of soup accompanied by a ridiculously good scone and butter.

Wandering around Walsingham was a delight anyway, before concluding it in this delightful little quirky tearoom. Excellent home cooked food with the most extensive range of teas to suit any palette. Friendly helpful service by ladies with plenty character! Worthy of a detour to this unique village on its own.

We went there for Mother's Day afternoon tea. WOW, the food was amazing and not just cake and sandwiches, but a taster of savoury and sweet dishes. Our tummies were full and we took home leftovers. My teenage son commented that he had never had a cake that put such a smile on his face. The staff were amazing and it was so homely!

I came with my mother in law on a whim during a dog walk we were welcomed in and we had a delicious lemon and vanilla scone with black current jam and clotted cream. It was gorgeous. The whole experience was fantastic and what was the cherry on top was Sam. Lovely warm natured person what an absoloute gem of a place and I can't wait to return x

Loved it 👍 Quirky. Unique. They squeezed us in and we had two soups. Homemade by Sam. Best soup I've had in a long time. Linda...you made us laugh! 'Tea for two...and two for tea 🎶🎵🎵🎶' We'll be back 👍 Thank you so much Team Read and Digest 👏👏👏

Another fantastic visit to the gorgeous quaint tea room set in Walsingham. We had booked a table as went to see the snow drops at Walsingham Abbey. It was lovely to see Linda and Sam when we arrived. Always made so welcome. Such a gorgeous place full of charm and character. Display cabinets with tea cups, tea pots etc, its like stepping back in time. The homemade soup and scone were delicious. All freshly made. The cappuccino expertly made by the lovely Linda with a smile. Such a amazing atmosphere, we really enjoyed it thank you. A little gem. We will see you all again soon, Karen and Tony x

Lovely quirky tea shop with beautiful, unique cakes, fantastic hospitality and very dog friendly. Made my family and I very welcome and was the perfect end to our afternoon. Highly recommended.

Gorgeous quirky tearoom in Walsingham. We were seated inside and the tearoom is rather quaint, full of books, teapots and china crockery! Enjoyed a lovely cuppa and generous slice of Coffee and Walnut cake. My husband thoroughly enjoyed his tea bread and coffee. There are no menus other than a small blackboard inside. I possibly would have chosen something different but of course without a menu, one has to rely on the staff to recall the items. Staff were friendly, chatty and efficient. The food was delicious. Clearly a very popular place and there is seating outside too. If I lived in the local area, it would definitely be a favourite haunt.

Visited twice in June. Its a lovely spot and the food is really delicious. The only thing that I don't like is the reluctance to have any form of menu at the table. I get that the appeal is fresh bakes every day, but when you rely on the person serving you to rattle off the list of what is available, people like me lose track, get flustered and panic order. I kind of get the intent, but I like a moment to choose, discuss with the husband what we might have, whether there is any sharesies happening over cake etc., Honestly, we would have ordered more and stayed longer if we had seen a menu - perhaps that is just different styles, some people are auditory, some are visual - I need a list, and then I would have probably ordered half the menu! Aside from that though, the tea is fab, and regularly topped up, and the quiche, delicious.

What a refreshing change to find a place to eat with atmosphere, freshly cooked delicious food and friendly, courteous and welcoming staff, together with being a dog friendly establishment, even giving biscuit treats to our dogs. The cheese scone was so fresh and tasty and the mango and coconut cake was amazing, hopefully we’ll be back soon to sample more of the tasty menu items, thank you

What a great find this was. Delicious sandwiches and sausage rolls served in a delightfully quirky setting surrounded by books and teapots. Definitely worth a visit.

Lovely place to relax in an amazing setting, staff wonderful and pleasant offering info on local area and great food and drinks, well worth a visit.

We were visiting for the day having been on the Wells railway, and this was a fine place to stop for a drink before our train back. The tables in the square were great given the good weather. The service was friendly though forgetful, and the coffee was ok, but I wouldn’t bother calling it a flat white on the menu when it wasn’t. The homemade sausage roll however was really tasty.

Lovely visit to this lovely, intimate tea room adjoining the Abbey. Delicious scones (I had the cheese, my wife the chocolate and orange) accompanied by perfectly brewed coffee. Friendly and attentive staff and afterwards some interesting second hand books to browse.and purchase. The prefect way...

Open and welcoming on a chilly February afternoon visit to the snowdrops at the Abbey. Wonderful homemade soup that the lovely lady said she made with home cooked ham. Husband had one of two flavours homemade sausage rolls with a nice chutney. Best scone with...

What a wonderful gem of a cafe. Quirky, friendly with delightful staff. Tasty food, very reasonably priced. And best of all open on a chilly Monday in November whereas much else was closed. Thoroughly recommend. Great collection of books too. Will definitely return.

Myself, mum and friend stopped off at this lovely tea room on our way to Thursford show. We chose this place after reading reviews. Its a little gem. Lovely homemade food and friendly welcoming staff. It got quite busy as we was leaving and i...

Superb old fashioned quaint lovely little tea shoppe, with a fantastic range of homemade offerings, served by friendly helpful staff. Not only is the food tasty, you can also browse the many books and curios dotted around everywhere.

Just popped in for a snack and tea. Very friendly welcome, and the food was exceptional. Best ham sandwich I have ever had, thick ham, with tomato and salad, augmented by fruit and crisps. My wife says her home made sausage roll with salad was...

We visited Little Walsingham yesterday and spotted this cafe where we could sit outside. The service was quick and friendly. The drinks were really nice and presented in quirky china, even got a biscuit. Our little dog got biscuits and a fuss so she definitely...

I highly recommend this restaurant. Great to sit out, interesting to sit in. The whole ambiance is great with very friendly and helpful staff. The drinks are excellent, and the teapots and crockery fascinating. The food is home cooked and wonderfully different. Do try their...

Came here earlier today in a group of six- the staff immediately made us feel welcome and truly elevated our experience. The drinks were amazing (best hot chocolate I have ever had) and were served in beautiful cups and saucers, matching the stunning interior design!...

Got the train from Wells to Walsingham and came here as it was recommended. Sat outside in the sun with a coffee. Very friendly staff. Unfortunately we weren't hungry but the food looked amazing. Will come again

Would highly recommend this little gem of a cafe, based in the beautiful village of Walsingham. The ploughman’s lunch was the best ever I have had, with a wonderful twist on the usual ploughman’s. The home made cheese scone and ham were delicious, accompanied by...

Wonderful independent tea rooms. Everything is home cooked and delicious. Every mouthful is exquisite. This kitchen really understands how to take a light lunch to the next level

I have visited Walsingham many times. My family came from North Norfolk back to 1600’s. .*My mother and I visited “Read & Digest Tearoom by The Old Pump” at the end of May 2022. It has an Absolutely fabulous hands on owner / manager and...

We were quite a big group so had to sit outside, which was ok although it was a little chilly. The food was excellent, some people had the soup, which they said was delicious and really filling. A very interesting range of scones - however,...

Friendly staff, plenty of outdoor seating and fantastic food. I would definitely recommend the lavender scones, which are delicious!

Popped in for tea after taking the train from Wells (great fun). It's almost there but not perfect. The herb and cheese scone was all herb and you could not taste the cheese. The coffee was just weak froth on an expresso and the cinnamon...

Sam and her team were superb hosts, accommodating for our little family of small curious toddler, shouty schnauzer and two hungry adults. Accommodating from the start, made to feel very welcome and the food was delicious! The cheese scones to die for and the crust...

Sat outside having an afternoon tea - scones, jam and cream - stunning. Lavender scone and blueberry with apricot jam. China cups. Pleasant staff. Very quiet. Will definately revisit.

Visited on Saturday 09th April 2022, drove past the shrine and avoided the 1-mile pilgrimage walk to the Abbey. Parked in Mill Car Park and took the short walk to the Abbey entrance then took tea at this quirky cafe/tea room. Limited low-calorie options (When...

Fabulous lunch, no rush or bustle just sitting watching the world go by and take in the surroundings. Food was amazing, all home made and you can tell. Staff can't do enough for you and are friendly and chatty. We will definitely be back

In regard to review posted by "dianecl7874ZY", I sat at at table next to where their party sat and can honestly say it is half false. There were 3 other tables with parties of 3- 4 seated ahead of them. They show up late in...

..... then I would advise customers to check anticipated service times before placing any orders. We were on a family visit to Norfolk and decided to try out the little train between Wells and Walsingham. Train arrived in Walsingham at 1430 and we had to...

We stopped for a tea during a recent visit to Walsingham and it was so good we returned for lunch later in the week. The ladies that serve couldn’t have been more friendly or helpful. There was an excellent selection of teas ( and coffee...

The food and coffee is fab plus very interesting decor. What a teapot collection. Would visit all the time if I lived closer

Wow! Simply magnificent. This cafe has so much character and the food is exceptional. Staff are very friendly. We would highly recommend!

A quirky little tea and coffee shop serving good coffee and delicious scones - unusually a choice of flavours and jams. Scones were lovely fresh and light.

Friendly owner and staff with information on Walsingham and places to visit. Good coffee, DELICIOUS homemade scones

We visited Walsingham after a trip to Wells. We called in for a drink and so glad we did. We were greeted by a lovely lady called Linda. So friendly and obviously loves her job. The place is so quaint. Loved all the crockery and...

Visiting Walsingham decided to stop off for lunch. I had a cappuccino & a couple of crumpets. This place is a real gem & please give it a try when you are in the area. Great service.

I have visited many tea rooms in my time, all around the country & this is the best by far. The food, ambiance & service were first class. Fit for a Queen. I will definitely be back. So welcoming Thank you

We visited Read and Digest after driving past on many occasions (we are local) We received a very warm welcome, especially our dog, who is an anxious little girl. The tearoom is quirky and cosy, and set in a wonderful 16th century building. We sat upstairs surrounded by heaving bookshelves (you can browse and buy the books) Tea was served in delicate china, we had coffe and chocolate cupcakes, which are quite literally cakes baked in cups! They were delicious.The owner was very friendly and engaging, as were the other staff members we met. We would certainly recommend this lovely little tea room and we will visit again ourselves for sure.

We cannot praise this tearoom enough. It was our first visit today and we were instantly welcomed and given some really expert knowledge of the menu choices even to the point of being offered a taster of the soup before we settled on ordering it! We had lentil and vegetable soup which was just out of this world - the best ever homemade soup we have had!! Followed by a spicy apple scone served with pumpkin jam again just absolutely delicious. The staff are all really friendly and efficient and create a very relaxed, happy atmosphere - this tearoom deserves a rating of 10 if we could give it, they made our day!!

Had a fabulous cream tea at the Read & Digest shop. We were very warmly greeted by the staff. As my mother-in-law was in a wheel chair, we sat outside. It was refreshing to find a tea room that actually uses bone china cups to serve the tea in. My mother-in-law will only drink tea from a china cup. As a massive act of kindness, the manageress offered my mother-in-law a very special cup and saucer, that held great emotional value to her. There's a great selection of cakes and scones to have with the tea. I recommend the lavender scone and the spiced apple scone with pumpkin jam.

If you are anywhere near Walsingham, you simply have to visit Sam’s fantastic tearoom. It is perfect for coffee or tea and cake and wonderful light lunches. My wife had fab crestless quiche, I had awesome sausage roll with apple and my 86 year old Mum had tomato and vegetable soup. She struggled to finish it and so Sam arranged to pour the remainder into a takeaway carton for her to finish later in the day. Amazing service…. Sam thank you so much the food and service is the best I have had and seen for some considerable time……

Quite by chance we came across the establishment and the waitress service we received,(even though we were seated outside) was excellent.Re: the refreshments,the quiche was delicious & piping hot with an exceptional accompanying side salad,followed by warm friendly tourist advice.Will be a pleasure to re-visit.

Stopped off here for lunch after a ride on the WWLR. Very welcoming staff who clearly knew a lot about what they were serving, and had a very impressive tea menu. We ate the best tasting, most fancy looking chocolate and raspberry cake we've ever encountered. Thank you!

We visited a couple of times whilst in Walsingham. Must say the staff and proprietor are lovely. Very chatty and welcoming.We had some of the specials of the day as recommended and the food was delicious , very tasty and fresh. Also recommended some different teas to try, very knowledgable.This is a must if visiting Walsingham.Would love it if they sold packets of their tea leaves to take away.

Famous scones and lovely people. Try their lavender or rise stones and cream; stunning. Good tea and lovely people, simple fresh food done very, very well

We visited this lovely tea room for lunch after visiting the Walsingham shrine. We sat in the 'speak easy', a very cosy nook, surrounded by books. We thoroughly enjoyed the wonderful homemade food - quiche and salad, followed by amazing cakes. The service was friendly and efficient, and all in all it was the most memorable lunch of our entire fortnight in Norfolk.

Had an amazing homemade bowl of Tomato and lentil soup with a coconut base and a bit spicy. Wow it was honestly the best soup ever. Plus a really fresh cheese scone to go with it which just melted in the mouth. Love this place and the ladies are always friendly.It’s a really quirky interior. Absolutely just love it. Thanks Ladies. X x

Oh my what can I say? The most delicious scones I have ever tasted. Mum & I shared a lemon and rose scone and a lavender one they were heavenly. My children and husband had sausage rolls the girls declaring that they were the best they have ever had. Dad thoroughly enjoyed his cheese scone. The staff were very very friendly

Great location, great food , very dog friendly and really nice staff . Cream tea was amazing and nice warm scones . Would definitely visit again .

Great, cosy place with welcoming and super friendly staff. Delicious light lunches and yummy cake. We also bought a load of books as we were so tempted!

Last Thursday afternoon (July 22nd), a friend took me out, because I am very interested in history, my friend took me to Burnham Thorpe (birthplace of Horatio Nelson), somewhere I had never visited before, on the way to Burnham Thorpe, we stopped at Little Walsingham, for a break, and also to look for somewhere to eat and drink, we found the Read & Digest Tearoom & Book Shop, we sat at a table, outside, in the shade, we both had a cup of Tea, my friend also had a Scone, and I had 2 pieces of Lemon Cake, me and my friend were both very glad that we found the Read & Digest Tearoom & Book Shop, the food and drink, was very nice, and the staff were very friendly, both me and my friend hope to visit the Read & Digest Tearoom & Book Shop, again, in the future, hopefully next time, we will have time to look in the Book Shop.

We stumbled across this small cafe as we exited the main Walshingham carpark and as there was a vacant table outside we sat down for lunch. It was in the sunshine and a great place to people watch.It was very busy so service was quite slow. The waitress was very patient and helpful navigating us through the menu so I could find something I liked to eat. The selection of food on offer was interesting and different but quite heavy on blue cheese which I detest. I settled for a homemade sausage and mustard seed sausage roll, and my husband had crustless quiche. Both came with a little bowl of fresh salad and were very tasty. We couldn't manage any of the delicious looking cakes we observed other diners enjoying.I went inside to pay and admired the teapot collection.

Dropped in for a tea and decided to have a quick sandwich. Service was very friendly and unhurried. Drink served with a friendly smile and chat, food followed all freshly prepared. Fantastic service along with fabulous cost. Would highly recommend.

Sat outside for lunch, the cafe is right next to the Abbey. Very busy so there was a wait. Friendly staff, small menu but good home cooked food. Quality coffee. Dog friendly , treats and water given.

We were looking for somewhere for afternoon tea, online, and one of the only places to offer tea after 4pm (as long as you arrive by 4) was here. Glad we found it and went there. Actually three times over a weekend away. Great, friendly service and amazing cakes. Fantastic scones and epic sausage rolls. Nor only tea but books for sale as well. Go there if you are in the area but don't tell too many others, it's our secret.

FANTASTIC PLACE under new ownership since early 2020. with BY FAR the best cakes, scones and sausage rolls around. Extremely pleasant service and decorative surroundings! I frequent this little gem of a place and will continue to do so. All I can say is if you feel that you're being ignored like that one clown, just speak up for God's sake- you're not yet bloody Queen...

Had lunch here when only outside service was allowed. Nice location in the middle of everything. Food fresh and tasty and the service quick and pleasant. Would visit again.

We had a really good time here. we received such a warm welcome from the lady who runs it and so much enjoyed sitting outside watching the world go by. Coffee and cakes were superb. We most definitely recommend the place and look forward to returning here.

Fantastic place to go for friendly excellent service and amazing home made food , the cheese scones are to die for . Well done keep up the good work 🙂

My first time at this quaint tea room was a delight. A Lovely lady welcomed us and offered us various snacks. We opted for the home made soup and the cheese scone which was delicious, followed by tea served in a dinky teapot with milk jug and cup and saucer. Very civilised.

We weren't planning on a visit to Walsingham but are very glad we did! We sat outside and were served quickly. The ladies were cleaning outside tables regularly and thoroughly. The sausage rolls were delicious and the chutney and other little bits it came with really elevated it. Then I made a serious mistake. I agreed to share my lemon and rose scone. I am rather fond of scones and it was one of the best I've had. Lovely touch to serve the warm sausage roll then bring out the warm scones afterwards. Hot chocolate was lovely too.

Stumbled in here in the pouring rain. Shared a slice of almond, ginger and lime cake - moist and soft. Simply one of the nicest cakes I’ve eaten!

The specialty cakes have the most delightful, delicate flavours with beautiful complimentary creams. So light and tasty, went extremely well with my coffee and my wife’s fruit tea. 10/10

After a day of travelling and an afternoon walk around the nearby Walsingham Abbey we had to have a little break! Staff were all lovely from our arrival through to us leaving. Just how you would expect a tea room, it had all the cakes and savouries you would expect as well as hot drinks. Would recommend to anyone in the area and the homemade treats are delicious

We stopped here whilst visiting the town and had an excellent cream tea served in proper cups . Friendly staff , clean tables and a good cup of tea don’t ya know .

We are really happy that your business is so successful that you are able to totally ignore two separate sets of couples, both seated and waiting patiently (4th September) whilst the waitress decided to bypass us both and take a order from some newbies just sitting dawn then return to the cafe!Us and the other ignored couple (riding bikes) did a double take at this breath-taking rudeness, and decided in unison to vote with our feet.Amazing attitude to have in 2020 when so many businesses have gone to the wall, and so many more will follow.DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME!

I love this place, as It’s so quirky and friendly! I had a sausage roll and a cold drink. The sausage roll was fully of filling and was totally delish. Please do give it a go if you are in the area. It’s great!The hygiene is fantastic and they are really on the ball with trying to protect everyone in the face of the global pandemic. They have tables outside and it’s a great atmosphere out there.

We visited Walshingham today. We love books and we love cake. This has both. The cake tastes as good as it looks and it looked very declicious. We sat upstairs surrounded by shelves of second hand books to browse. The owner/staff were really friendly too. I only just persuaded my man that a second slice of cake was greedy given the size of the first portions. Great visit.

Five of us happened on this tea shop whilst visiting the nearby Shrine. We enjoyed hot chocolate, outstanding espresso, Cornish tea, mocha and a delicious, freshly baked scone, jam and cream. Everything was excellent, including the friendly, efficient service and the lovely crockery. We hoped to make a return visit in the afternoon to try to delicious looking cakes. Unfortunately we didn’t have time but I certainly plan a return visit soon (from London!)An absolute delight.

We stumbled across this amazing tea room which had been an old apothecary shop many years ago. Much of the original fixtures and fittings were still in place together with their agent contents!The owner was very warm and welcoming and told us about the premises and the local area.The cakes were wonderful and very unique and made by the owner - we were spoilt for choice. The lemon cake with lavender icing was delicious. The owner is thinking of renaming the store The tea room by the Old Pump. No trip to Little Walsingham would be complete without a visit to this lovely place.

This is a wonderful place to stop for a cuppa and cake. There were only two staff,a really busy time of day,yet we were made so welcome. Any wait is in no way inconvenient as there is so much to look at, books aplenty. Food is freshly prepared,we had very tasty toasties. Lovely atmosphere, lovely staff, lovely food.

Popped in here yesterday after a few months without a visit, and discovered that there was a new owner - a lovely American lady called Sam, who literally took over a week ago but has great plans for the place! She is planning to develop the "tea" section of the menu, with a house blend coming next week, and dog owners will be happy to know that dogs are still very welcome. The menu is simple but tasty - bacon sandwiches, toasties and a variety of delicious home made cakes and scones. The best part is the warm welcome you'll get - Sam is super-friendly, very knowledgeable about tea and books and is happy to top up the water in your teapot if you want to linger, which was very handy yesterday when it was raining and I had an hour to wait for a bus home. Do pay Read and Digest a visit and make the new owner welcome - you won't be sorry!

A pleasant little teashop opposite the Shrine Shop. It has timbered beams, old books for sale and nice cakes . The service is good and dogs are welcome. Worth a visit, especially if you are lucky enough to grab a parking space opposite.

We turned up here quite late in the day, four adults and a mucky dog and were made to feel very welcome. Even though it was nearly closing time we did not feel rushed and the cakes were fantastic - hit the spot. The whole idea of books and cake really works - we didn’t see my daughter as she disappeared upstairs. Such a good idea. The building itself is wonderful. I know it has limitations for the staff as they have to carry water to rooms where there is no plumbing but they have it down to a fine art. I loved this place and it will be on our list for another visit to spend more time.

Superb cakes, friendly staff and great ambience at great prices. Truly a benchmark for all teashops.

Lovely tea room, friendly reception, lovely cakes. On seeing we had a dog with us, the treats tin was produced.A great stop off

This is a lovely little tea shop, with the added bonus of selling second hand books.... Efficient and friendly service, and excellent value!!!!! Bought some fabulous books too!!!!!

We were on a coach trip to Walsingham where the coach stopped nearby for us to stretch our legs. What a delightful little tea shop just like the ones all towns had once upon a time.

Small cozy and lovely little tea/coffee shop we called in Saturday 3rd August, initially for a tea stop however as it was getting on for lunch time my wife was tempted by the prawn salad , which I can confirm was excellent as were the home made scones.

After a long walk with our dog my partner and I decided a cup of tea and a scone were in order. We are so glad we decided to eat at Read & Digest. Perfectly cooked scones, and a lovely pot of tea to accompany them; just what we needed to revive us. The scones were so good we decided to have some cake and after such a long walk we felt we deserved it! In addition, there were free treats for our tired pooch, which he thoroughly enjoyed. The establishment had a lovely atmosphere and we were made to feel very welcome. Thanks to all.

Me and my wife discovered this place as we were ambling along Walsingham and decided to take a peek and glad we did. The coffee was outstanding and the Walnut cake was fresh and flavourful. The cozy book shop and the warm friendly staff completed the picture for a perfect afternoon

We fell into the cafe due to a sudden shower, just before it closed. We had a lovely china pot of tea and delicious homemade scone with jam. The inside of the cafe/bookshop is very quirky and we enjoyed a wander upstairs where you can also eat, and browse the books. We thought it good value.

Myself and my wife found this quirky and attractive tea shop while enjoying the delights of Little Walsingham

We came across this Amazing find today. Quirky and Gorgeous....... and that's just the owner Carli. Loved everything about this place . Will be back !!!!

We read the previous review and wondered whether they were caught on a bad day, everyone has them. We visited and were met by two really friendly ladies who let us choose our table. It is a small but cosy place with lots of books and other curios to look at. We had toasted sandwiches and coffee which arrived quickly and tasted delicious. We had seen the homemade cakes and were persuaded ( doesn't take much) to try them. We had a piece of the orange and lemon and a piece of the ginger and syrup - yummy is the only word to describe them All in all, we had a wonderful visit and would recommend anyone to go and try!!

Walked in here and wasn’t too sure at first but what a warm welcome from Freddie (the dog) and his owner! Really made to feel welcome with a lovely cup of coffee and a friendly chat. Loved it - and such a quirky building too! Wish we had eaten there as well.

On arrival we were completely ignored by staff and found a table for ourselves. We sat and watched a couple at an adjoining table being served with baked potatoes heaped with an unappetising looking sauce. We noticed a botched Victoria sandwich, sunk in the middle, surrounded by other amateurishly made cakes. We heard a woman complaining that her knife was dirty. We observed the cramped surroundings, the chaotic-looking kitchen and the water streaming down the windows. After ten minutes during which no member of staff approached us we got up and left.

Absolutely splendid place to pop in to and have tea and cake. Situated on the corner, right next to the main Common Place water pump, this little cafe really made our day trip to Walsingham even more worthwhile. Very delicious and unusual local teas, we tried Nelson’s Blood Orange tea with warm

Dropped in today for a bite to eat and a cup of tea. Both were excellent, the staff were wonderfully friendly and chatty. The food was delicious. Altogether a very welcoming place on a chilly day.

We came to this lovely place because they welcome dogs. Quaint mis matched crockery, friendly staff who even offered a dog treat, asking if it was ok first. Picked on a January lunchtime! Great simple food, but amazing cakes! Look for toastie, crumpets and soup. Second hand books for sale upstairs. Really close to the Walsingham entrance. Now is snowdrops season and it is spectacular!