Thaymar Tea Room in Bassetlaw

Stopped off here on the way to and from Scotland with family and 2 dogs. Had a great welcome, excellent tasty food which catered for everyone, and which arrived quickly. So much nicer than the soulless, busy and dirty service stations. Your food choice is amazing and loved the specials board. All food was reasonably priced and we all left having had a decent break from the trials of the A1. Highly recommend you and will be back when we next tackle the A1!

Very busy but waited for a table We had the Sausage and Mash with onion gravy and veg Very tasty and lovely sausages also good coffee We bought some ice cream to bring home Looking forward to tasting it

Just go to this place - if it was a religion I would join...what more can I say? Try everything but always leave room for a clotted cream ice crem!

What a find, fabulous little farm cafe, great food, fair prices, lovely friendly service and ice cream that is amazing - get off the A1 heading north at the junction with the B6387 sign posted Ollerton, literally 3-4 mins from the A1, far better than any motorway services ! Open 7 days a week

Magnificent. Superb service, scones absolutely wonderful. Huge teacakes. Super teas. The best around.

Excellent food and service. You can't book a table but we didn't have to wait long for one to become free when we were there. Will try the ice cream next time - so many flavours to choose from. Do good gifts in the shop as well.

We haven't been here for a meal since covid, so decided to pay a visit for lunch. We both had chicken, bacon and mushroom baguettes served with a salad garnish and a large bowl of pasta salad and coleslaw. We had a side of skin on fries and 2 coffees. It was absolutely lovely and very tasty especially the bacon. Perhaps the bowls of coleslaw/pasta salad could be a bit smaller as it was a large portion. The service was efficient and waitress was very polite. Although it seemed a little expensive it represented good value as portions were large and quality very good. Overall we were very impressed and will return soon.

A family group of us returned and the food was really delicious - the specials board had lots of treats to offer and the baguettes are divine! And obviously, the ice-cream is lush!

We'd promised our daughter that we'd stop for an ice-cream during our journey on the A1, so glad we found Thaymar Tearoom! There was an amazing choice of ice-cream. It was quite busy but the staff were really efficient. It was lovely to sit in the deckchairs outside and watch the free range chickens. Thoroughly recommended! We will happily return if we are in the area again

Really impressed with the food (really tasty and big portions), but the service was really poor. Not a single smile from the lady serving us the whole time we were there. We had a pram with us and so asked if it would be better if we sat in the back corner table (we were trying to be helpful and make sure the pram didn't get in the way of staff/other customers in the middle of the cafe ) and she looked furious and said 'well you'll have to wait for me to clean it then'. I politely explained to her we were trying to be helpful and she just scowled. After she left my toddler nervously told me 'Mummy that lady isn't very nice...' When my partner went to order (we weren't sure if it was table service) she snapped at him that he needed to go back to the table and wait. If we hadn't all been starving we'd have left then! Hoping it was a one off as the other staff seemed lovely and the food was delicious. But it really spoiled our experience:( not sure if we'll come back...

Came across this little piece of paradise. Food all fresh and so lovely. Great value and lovely staff. Thank you all. We will be back. Best food ever. Lovely setting too. Easy parking.

Visited with a group of visually impaired. The staff were amazing and helpful. Food was fantastic. Ice cream was the icing on the cake. Amazing place. Would definitely recommend. *****

We’ve been several times and have nothing but praise for them. The staff are lovely and we have never had an issue with them. Service is good and the ice cream is great and not over expensive.

Went with my Granddaughter and Two Great Granddaughters age 9 years and 6 years in the Summer holidays 2022. We had a short wait for a table as we were not able to book however it was well worth the short wait the food was well presented and of good quality and well presented also the home made ice cream delicious and large portions. not the cheapest of places however considering what we had it was worth every penny, certainly will visit again.

Dear owner of Thaymar, we visit your premises regularly sometimes twice a week. We have a 3 year old daughter and an 8 month daughter, previously when we have visited we've asked for a small tub for our eldest daughter, and could we split a small tub with half one flavour and half another? which hasn't previously been a problem, she's only small and that's why she only has a small tub with either one scoop one flavour or split. She wouldn't eat 2 scoops and it would be wasteful. Today on arrival at 4pm we were served, it was fairly busy but nothing out of the ordinary. I asked for what we've had previously, so our ice creams as adults although today I didn't have one and our 3 year olds who knows she's aloud 2 flavours in one pot as she's had this from Thaymar previously. When I asked I was told no we don't do that it's double scoop or single, I told the lady that we've previously had a single scoop split but it was reiterated we don't split single scoop. I was annoyed but didn't say anything as my wife said it's okay we will have double. We went to sit down outside and the top scoop is bulging out of the tub, my wife and I know my daughter won't eat this but what do you tell a 3 year old that's been deciding what 2 flavours to have for the last day to then say no sorry only one now. I'm not about to do that I don't go back on my word to a young child. We worked around this by getting our 8 month olds travel plate out of the boot of the car and split the ice cream so she was able to get to the second flavour. I was very annoyed but calm, I walking back in to Thaymar and waited patiently at the till with my 8 month old. A lady served me and as I didn't wish to cause a scene I asked if I could have a minute of her time away from other customers. I explained the situation, she said that its discretionary and that it happens if they arent busy, i explained that its not okay and the inconsistencies aren't okay and i wasnt happy, she said she would ask the manager to come see me, i let her know were we were sat and went to sit with the family until the manager came out. We waited 20 minutes for the manager to come speak with us but no one came, so we left. The inconsistency of what just happened isn't okay. If I hadn't have been offered a single scoop split to 2 flavours in the first place for my eldest daughter I wouldn't have 1 had conversations with my daughter pre visit and 2 been asking for it on arrival to then be made to look foolish in front of a queue of other customers. I cant even put into words how disappointed we are, we come and visit regular and this was a punch in the gut, more so that no one could be bothered to come talk to us. I think our future business may lie elsewhere as much as previous visits have been pleasant. Disappointed, annoyed and made to look stupid

We took my granddaughter on the way back from scout camp. She had a huge knickerbocker glory and enjoyed it. My partner had a ham sandwich, which he said was OK. I’d asked for dairy alternative for my cappuccino, stating I was vegan. They brought...

‘Popped’ in for some ice cream and ended up having THE most delicious home made soups (tomato & red pepper and Butternut squash) with cheese on toast. Plus 4 scoops of their delicious ice cream! All absolutely delicious. We then purchased some ice cream to...

Visited for the first time with friends and it did not disappoint! We all ordered a panini along with some chips to share - they were all delicious and very tasty. Staff were very friendly and super helpful in making our decision. The Ice cream...

great service, great choice of hot and cold food. well priced and great atmosphere. great views of Gamston light aircraft planes taking off and landing. many ice cream choices!! just fab!

Visited here with the family and glad we did. The ice-cream was top notch and the food was very good as well. Plenty of free parking onsite and the usual cafe facilities. There is a little farm shop to grab something to take home. We...

Ice-creams are lovely, but we had to cut our visit short as we keep put being mobbed by wasps. Not a pleasant experience. The lady on the table next to us was stung.

The ice cream was fantastic, the choices are amazing, the food was good (served outside on the decking only due to renovations?) I’ve got one suggestion for Thaymar… the milkshakes… take a visit to an “ok diner”, or an Eskimoo, or a milkshake bar. The...

At the moment there is a limited menu and you have to sit outside. Which is great on a nice day no so if it’s raining! Luckily we went on a day that was trying to rain but it held off so we were ok....

I have been to this place a few times over the years, but went today, and how disappointed were we! We were the first ones there, and waited for staff to acknowledge us, but no one did. They totally ignored us for around half hour,...

The worst lunch ever... l have always loved the good food at the tea room BUT this lunch was beyond belief 1st served in a cardboard box, drinks in takeaway cups , chips in a cardboard box NOT what l expected to be served in...

I have visited many times in the past but this is my first time this year. Only inside tables were tucked in a corner on way to toilets. Staff not especially helpful or friendly, signage confusing. Meal ok ish - not anything to write home...

We have visited Thaymar at least a dozen times in the past and have always enjoyed the indoor cafe. However, on our last visit (on a cold and windy day) we were extremely disappointed to find that the only offering was a takeaway service, with...

Loved Thymar for many years but visited yesterday 28th May 2022 for a full English but not on the menu now only breakfast rolls also only two tables indoors (next to the toilet entrance) all others outside some under a gazebo great if the weather...

We came on a Sunuday lunchtime - both the cafe and farm shop were very busy but I completely see why! We waited for an inside table and opted for the homemade red pepper and tomato soup with cheese on toast and a coronation chicken...

Nice little place,went for ice cream and stayed for lunch and bought other goodies. Good weather for time of year so able to sit outside I pi nic area to enjoy ice cream.

Thought we were out of lockdown Been a regular visitor to Thaymars for over 10 years Arrived today to a place I thought was fully locked down Full body armour required No waitress service Food in takeaway boxes but prices still the same If I...

First visit and wont be the last. Amazing ice cream the Raspberry Ripple was fantastic so many flavours need to try them all. Will be back soon.

Quick stop for some ice cream, there was a sizeable queue but it soon went down. A large selection of ice creams available and they tatsed great too. A drive through like daisy maid in London would be handy.

This is a lovely farm shop in a rural area, yet convenient for the A1. Today we ventured out for a meal for the first time in 6 months due to lockdowns and we made the most of being able to eat outside in a...

Small restaurant with good selection of snacks and mains that are different and home made plus excellent Thaymar ice cream

Can’t fault the food but staff are not friendly and service is on the rather slow side. I think they know this because we keep coming back. We’ve been 4 times in the last 12 months. If they just improve on the service, the tearoom...

Last time we were there a few years ago now the food we ordered was excellent and to everyone's liking. Not been able to go recently. It gets rammed.

was put in a corner squashed in, asked to move. bacon salty egg and mushrooms tasteless. posh brown sauce not to everyones taste.

Met friends here for a breakfast. Excellent choice of breakfast food and even items not on the menu were accommodated. poached eggs instead of fried / scrambled No problem. Loved the fact that coffee was served in a cafeteria with extra hot water so you...

OMG!! Food is amazing. Glad I booked our valentines date night here. First time we have had a meal here and one of the best steaks we’ve ever had. Everything was beautiful,,, the steaks were cooked to perfection and the quality of the meat was...

The food here is fresh, tasty and excellent value for money. The staff are very friendly. The venue is bright, clean and comfortable.

Had a lovely lunch here today with friends, loads to choose from on the menu and special board, I had the chicken, bacon, mushroom baguette was delicious , had to have a pudding and had the banoffe pie wow was warm and tasted amazing!!! Great...

Stopped for late lunch - very busy but quickly seated by cheerful staff member. The service, food and cleanliness were all very good and couldn’t fault anything. A wide range of food was offered and it all looked excellent - our lunch order came very...

Really nice setting in the heart of Robin Hood country. The Ice cream is absolutely amazing. Nice restaurant area as well as a well seated decking area. The tubs are great value for sharing

Family of two adults with two toddlers, arrived just before opening on a bank holiday Monday. Ordered and waited for food to arrive. After 40 mins I asked if there was a delay, only to be told ‘when you all arrive together and want sausages...

I went with my mum and sister. I’m pregnant and had a really funny turn just as we were seated. The lady serving us couldn’t do enough for me, she brought me a glass of coke outside to bring my sugars up and offered to change my order in case I didn’t feel like eating what I had originally ordered. What an amazing service and a truly tasty meal. Can’t recommend enough!

Just to say a big thank you, we had lunch today at Thaymar’s, my sister felt ill, due to pregnancy. The staff could not do enough for her even at a very busy time.

No matter how many ice creams we try, none never compare! I enjoyed 1 scoop of banana and honeycomb ice cream and 1 scoop of ginger on a chocolate honeycomb cone for I think £3.20?? It was £3 something but definitely not over priced for how amazing the taste is. Thaymars is a lovely drive out to and has an amazing setting to enjoy an ice cream.

Visited on a very rainy day, although being well off the beaten track, the cafe was rammed, so no chance of a table for a while. Partook of some very nice Icecream and sat in the car to eat it. £4 for 3 large scoops, so not expensive. A great selection of Icecream.

My husband had a full English and he thoroughly enjoyed it. Everything was beautifully cooked and presented well.

Visited on a very hot day during a recent short break near Clumber Park.

This little gem is a little hideaway

Excellent food and service lots of choices on the specials board, made it hard to choose, also had plenty of Vegetarian options which makes a change, will definitely return shortly, highly recommended

Poor weather so went for a coffee but ended up with ice creams too. So good, we returned on the bikes in lovely weather to sit outside 2 days later, and loved it again. Try the rhubarb ice cream - delicious.

Living local have been calling for ice cream for 20 years even when it use to be served from main house. Called with it being a nice sunny day for ice cream, but being mid week and mid afternoon decided on trying tea room. Both me & the wife had Thaymar Cream Tea (mine GF).

small choice on menu given to you a lot more choice on specials board but unfortunately you had to leave your seat and stand in front of a table already eating which I feel was embarrassing to both them and us. the food we had was nice and staff friendly if not a bit unorganised

Went for lunch today. My wife had salmon & I had lamb koftas. Both excellent!!

I often visit, the service and food is great, the staff are delightful and it is a lovely safe location down a long tarmaced drive. Prices are good too. Since joining the rapidly expanding vegan population I have found that staff don't seem to know which cakes are vegan. Surely at least one is. But the place is so good that I will return even if I have to just drink and not eat.

Called mid week lunchtime it was busy got seated and the waitress asked if we wanted drinks then came back a few minutes later for our order the meal was excellent I had the Kofta with flatbread and salad my wife had the pulled pork with chips and salad we shared a banana split to finish the service the meal and the surrounding could not be faulted would recommend this place to any one.

Were recommended to go to this venue for lunch by staff at nearby Gamston airport. They were not wrong, we were very impressed. Also very convenient for but not adjacent to the A1 and so very peaceful.

Having found this little gem on Tripadvisor and it’s outstanding reviews we gave it a try on our way to Lincoln. It was lunchtime when we arrived and decided to go for a light lunch. My wife chose the tuna mayonnaise sandwich and I had the ham and cream cheese with tomato salsa on a baguette. Both were absolutely delicious. Freshly made with good quality ingredients and served with by a lovely friendly person. We choose to eat at this type of farm shop/cafe, on a journey, as opposed to a motorway services simply because the food quality and service are way above that of the services. This particular farm shop is up there with the very best of what we’ve sampled. We will be calling back again very shortly.

Absolutely lovely !! I visited with family for a birthday treat and had the carrot cake with ice cream and it was wonderful. The cake was amazing an the staff friendly and helpful as always best cake and home made ice cream in the area will definitely be back

This was a beautiful cafe and setting. The food range is extensive and the coffee is one of the best lattes I have had in a long time. They do soya coffee so fabulous if you are vegan. Place is small but not too small and outside seating is available. A great friendly place, great staff, top notch food. A tad bit pricey but well worth it for the service, food and it keeps the clientele nice.

A really pleasant little cafe-style restaurant, with a decent range of food ranging from nibbles to full-blown meals. We had a beef chilli and cheese scones, and they were both very good. Recommended.

My wife and I visit Thaymar at least once every month for lunch and every now and then to also collect a 4 or 5 litre tub of our favourite ICE CREAM The owners and the waitress's are very friendly and the food they serve is very good indeed

Following a deeply depressing experience at the Harley Cafe at Welbeck Abbey, we were so pleased to find this lovely little place a short drive away. Set on a working farm, it's full of character. We received a warm welcome, were quickly seated and presented with a well-thought-out menu. The wonderful range of home made ice creams on display were too tempting to resist, along with cakes that were clearly homemade. Everything was great quality and good value. We'll be back!

It was easy to find, free parking. Nice surroundings and nice tea rooms. There was an excellent choice on the menu at reasonable prices. The food I ordered was beautiful, couldn't have been any better. Then we had ice cream which was wonderful. The restaurant was busy, staff friendly, and all in all it was a fabulous lunch. Highly recommended.

Very busy so be prepared to wait for a table. Food and service was good. They have a nice outdoor area for when the weather is warm enough to sit outside.

The staff in this tearoom are very attentive always with a big smile on their faces which make your visit very pleasant indeed.

Decided to pay a first visit today, even tho we only live a couple of miles away, and what a delight it was! Cannot fault it, staff were lovely and friendly, we only had a snack but even that was lovely, toasted tea cake which came with its own little pat of butter all wrapped up. The mains looked gorgeous and judging by how full it was they are obviously made to a high standard. We will definitely be returning

We took our 7 and 8 year old grandchildren for lunch. They were both delighted with their lunch boxes eating it all and thoroughly enjoying the ice creams they chose afterwards. The standard of food, friendliness of staff and prompt service was excellent. Highly recommend

We visit Thaymar's a lot in the summer - only a few minutes off the A1 and excellent ice cream selection. There is a little farm shop there as well as a cafe / restaurant - so worth a visit whatever the time of year

Too many people crammed into a small cafe with uncomfortable, hard, seats. Food was barely approaching average thanks to the Lamb Tangine with tooth cracking hard rice. Would not return.

What a lovely place in the middle of nowhere. It was packed when we got here at 2pm with party tables and individuals, The service was quick and waiters where very good. I had Pear and Stilton which was excellent. It was only £12 for 2 pots of tea and the meal, excellent value. There is a fabulous gift shop, not overpriced and their well known range of ice cream. Will go back in summer to fit outside, Well worth a visit

I had a look on TripAdvisor to see if there were any cafes just off the A1 and found this gem of a place. They have a very extensive menu, that included several soups that were all gluten free. I will have to come back as the celeriac and apple soup filled me up (which I opted to have with cheese on toast). The others in my group had the scotch broth from the specials board.

We've visited this lovely family run restaurant during the summer for their fabulous home made ice cream. But for November we decided to try out their burgers which had been tempting me for months.

Decided to try Thaymars for my annual Christmas meal treat with my dad and respective spouses, and we were not disappointed.We had a 2pm booking and although very busy as usual were seated promptly. The 3 course meal was very good value for £20 per head, all home made and local ingredients. Good choice for 2 meat eaters and 2 vegetarians. We were not rushed and to top off a lovely chilled afternoon were the wonderful, attentive but not overpowering staff. The perfect balance in customer care. Of course I will return based on a memorable afternoon.

Husband and I had a fantastic Christmas lunch here at Thaymar. As always, the food was superb and the staff here are attentive without being intrusive. I had lamb tagine and husband had beef wellington and pulled pork croquette to start. I had the best ever Christmas pudding, lovely and moist and no overly sweet. Bought a few tubs of ice cream to keep us going, however, I suspect I shall be making an extra trip next week to buy extra! (and have another nice lunch). All credit to the wonderful people who work at Thaymar - it is the best eatery in this area.

Went twice in the space of a week and have been many times in the past.

On 20/10/2018. My friend and I ordered (1 ) toasted ham with onion and chutney (onion and chuckney come together with the optional filling) (2) toasted cheese with onion and chutney. Both orders come with side salad (included). The order was not double checked by the waitress.

The September sun was glorious. Where to go for our wedding anniversary lunch? There is only one place that I know of which is unusual and so consistent as a restaurant. It is a lovely Isolated venue-which also has the reputation for making the best ice cream across the whole of Nottinghamshire. It had to be the THAYMAR. You take the A638 from the Markham Moor roundabout on the A1. Look out for the sign to the tiny Gamston Airport on the A 6 387. From Retford take the London Road A638, also looking out for the airport sign. You will know you are near when you cross over the A1 below.

Went for lunch with friends. Lovely setting. Recommend the welsh rarebit. Staff were fab. Bit of a wait but worth it.

We have just made our first visit; a visit made as a result of a recommendation from strangers as we were walking in Thoresby. A pre-check on TA reviews suggested it was a safe bet for a visit.

Visited with the OH after a day out near Newark. We've been there several times before and love the ice cream so we stayed for a late lunch. There's plenty of options on the menu - we had lamb kofte on flatbread with feta, and brie and bacon baguette. Followed up with ice cream cones of course (lemon curd for me and rum and raisin for him). You can even buy tubs of the gorgeous stuff to take home, and there's a few nice little things in the small shop area too. Lovely.

Goodness me what a selection to choose from! One visit will not be enough. Plenty of parking Clean and friendly

We had a friend visiting England from LA for the first time and wanted to take him somewhere nice for lunch. It was spot on. The weather was perfect so the surrounding area was green and lush. As we entered he was blown away by the charm and the ambiance of the place. Welcomed by an array of different ice creams could easily distract from ordering lunch, but we were good and were shown swiftly to a table inside. The seating area is a little cramped but ok. The menu offers a lovely choice of sandwiches, jacket potatoes, ciabattas and warm baguettes. As well as a variety of other things including cream teas and sweet treats. The food was cooked fresh and presented beautifully. Also their menu does state that they offer Gluten free options, ask for details. As we left we had an ice cream to go. Our friend was so full he needed to go home for a lay down. I think we made a perfect choice. I would recommend this all day long. Easy to get to, plenty of parking, first class service and food.

Discovered this gem when buying an ice cream at YWT Potteric Carr site. Decided to try it out and have a lunch after visiting Clumber Park. What a pleasant surprise the wonderful selection of meals and dishes and at such reasonable prices and great quality. This is obviously a hidden gem for locals but if you are in the area I fully recommend a visit and don’t forget to purchase some of their delicious ice cream in a wonderful selection of flavours.

This is becoming a regular place to visit each time I’m in this direction. Every time I’m spoilt for choice and spend ages picking what I would like, and I never regret my choice. Always service with a smile too

Visitors with my husband for lunch . I have food intolerances and eating out can be difficult. However the staff were more than happy to adapt the menu and I created my own dish with no issues.

We called and had an ice cream, loads of flavours to choose from beautifully rich ice cream not outrageously expensive. £3.20 for a generous double cone. We sat on one of the many outside benches and enjoyed our treat. The chickens wondering around were great entertainment. Save a bit of cone for them! We also sampled the coffee which was full bodied and worth the trip on it's own! Ample parking fairly easy access and the post code works perfectly on the satnav it takes you right go the shop door.

Brilliant little cafe and ice cream shop with a deli. Best ice cream I've had - green apple and blackcurrant frozen yogurt is my favourite. So many different varieties full of flavour. Also a farm shop and some lovely sauces, jams etc. to buy. I enjoy popping in for lunch - coffee is grate and a brilliant menu always well cooked

The staff are fantastic, service good and home cooked food and ice creams Also its very nice to have a coffee outdoors... Will defnatly go back.

I visited with my sisters recently on a Monday and we were extremely surprised at how busy the tea room was.The staff were very welcoming and friendly and we found the menu varied. We all managed a pudding too because they looked so good and we weren't disappointed. (I can recommend the coconut ice cream) It was perhaps a tad on the expensive side but no more so than similar places in this area. We will be happy to return.

I live locally and I wanted somewhere to take my daughter for lunch as she hadn't been very well.

Just been to the tea rooms had a wonderful time a table for 8 was required and accommodated very well the food was great Pork Curry and lasagne especially nice we will visit again soon

So we stopped by after school with our little boy. Its a lovely little spot for cakes, tea, food and for a family outing.

Have been here a lot of the years, either with friends or husband. Decided to take the 3 youngest grandchildren.

Sadly, our last three experiences here have been tainted by staff attitudes.

spur of the moment decision...arrived at 1.00pm to find the tea room very busy which i thought was a good sign.ordered sunday lunch after a wait of 20 minutes the meat appeared first looking quite unappetising (which indeed it proved to be) followed by a small portion of veg for the two of us..no boiled or mashed potatoes ,,,just 4 small roasters,,mashed carrots ,cauliflower cheese,,and savoy cabbage ,tiny portions of each,and about 2 spoonfuls of gravy.the meat was supposed to be sirloin but looked more like a poor quality brisquet..full of gristle and surrounded by fat...this excuse for sunday lunch set us back £27.90 .which would have been all right if the quality matched the price.unfortunately it did not..i have no idea what the rest of the food was like ,hopefully far better than the meal served to us

Came here with family 4 of us. Had 4 coffee's and 2 slices of toast. Came to £15.40 ! I think £1.95 is very expensive for one small slice of toast and butter. Two of the coffee's were Luke warm. Nice setting and good selection of ice creams.