The Ide Hill Community Shop in Sevenoaks

We stopped here for a Devonshire Cream Tea this afternoon, having travelled from Norfolk for a few days in the area, and were met by two absolutely wonderful ladies who made us welcome from the moment we stepped inside. Very polite and engaging people who served us the most delightful afternoon tea we have ever enjoyed. Service was impeccable, as were the scones/teas. A real delight to visit and we look forward to the next visit. Thank you for helping to make our afternoon such an enjoyable one.

A great and friendly coffee stop for cyclists. A great view over the Weald of Kent. Really welcoming coffee stop when out on a ride. Well worth the grind up Ide Hill to reward your efforts with a coffee and cake. We chose to take the ride up Ide Holl to avoid the rude and arrogant Pronto Bistro in Four Elms. Which is not a Bistro - it’s not even a third rate Cafe! Visit the Hill Community Shop instead!!!

Fabulous butcher and shop. All very friendly people with fabulous choice and will definitely be returning. Superb.

This village shop is run by friendly local members of the community and sells a range of produce such as local meats, vegetables, crafts etc. It is also a post office which is ideal to avoid having to go into the busy towns of either Sevenoaks or Edenbridge

I was horrified to witness a cyclist verbally abusing staff at the Ide Hill shop on Sunday. He asked if his water bottle could be filled up with water and the girls explained that because of COVID they were unable to do it. His temper flared immediately and accused the shop of making money from the situation! The girls did explain that there were bottles of cold water in the fridge or he could go into the gents and fill up his water bottle there. The verbal abuse continued as he left the shop. There was another cyclist outside who asked him not to speak to the girls so rudely. He then turned on the cyclist shouting and swearing at him. I have always been welcomed at IDE Hill shop. The staff are always polite and helpful. Please, please watch your manners (and language) towards the staff and remember these wonderful people give up their free time for us. THEY ARE VOLUNTEERS that have done an amazing job all through this terrible pandemic making sure that we have had a well stocked community shop. Many thanks from a very appreciative customer. Well done to all of you.

I had forgotten my money and had run out of water cycling to the top of Ide Hill. I entered the shop with a mask on and asked for some tap water. I was refused due to covid restrictions. This is the 1st time since the pandemic this has happened. I was dehydrated and probably did not communicate to well (angry) But surely on the hottest day of the year tap water should be available. I was told I hadn't bought anything in the shop and that it was none profit making. If asked I would off gone back and made a donation. Very rude and belittling staff

This shop epitomises a lovely village. It is amazing, it sells almost everything from fresh fruit and vegetables, newspapers, puncture repair kits, gifts, cards, dairy produce, animal food., wine etc The only thing I can think of that it doesn't sell is cigarettes It is a very pretty shop with wonderful views. Unfortunately it only does teas and coffees to take away at the moment because of Covid. Hopefully they will soon be back on the menu inside

Staffed by volunteers, always helpful. Well organised and well stocked. Cafe has lovely views with delicious cakes

When the weather is dry I love to visit this community shop/cafe. The formula is a community shop run by the community! The location is superb, on a height looking over Bough Beech. The shop is clean, well stocked and friendly....and they serve lovely coffee. Dogs are welcome outside on the terrace (where you have the best views). If you’re in Sevenoaks, Hever or Chartwell areas it’s well worth a stop off.

You could easily miss this gem of a stop off, so keep your eyes open. If the weather is fine you can sit outside with a pot of tea and a cake or whatever and feast on an unobstructed view of Kent's garden of England at its best. Staffed by friendly locals this place is a delightful spot in which to while away a peaceful hour or so.

Stopped at Ide Hill and saw this shop so as it was a hot day thought we would purchase an ice cream People were sitting outside eating and drinking the door was open and a woman was standing behind the counter We asked “Do you sell ice cream”? She replied briskly “We do but we are closed” You would think these days when people are not spending in shops that they would of been grateful of custom Will not be back.....suggest you go somewhere else

If you're in the vicinity you must pop in to The Ide Hill Community Shop. You'll receive a wonderful welcome from their super friendly and helpful staff (most of whom are volunteers) plus they offer lots of lovely treats to have with good cup of coffee and a wide selection of teas. Fabulous local produce also for sale - never tasted strawberries or asparagus like it. I'll be back soon

A community run village shop with a greta variety of local prooduce and staple items! friendly staff and convenient car-parking.

Stopped here many times its a great view and good coffee. Also love the pasties. The shop is always busy with local motorbikes and cyclists. Great place to visit and support

My favourite pit stop without a doubt. It's worth it just for the scenic views of the reservoir but the volunteers are a dedicated bunch and nothing is too much trouble. The Ide Hill community are well looked after. If you have time it's worth a walk in the woods round to the village church. If you are heading in the general direction of Edenbridge then make sure you give it a try

a charming little café staffed by friendly volunteers. Limited menu, but ideal for a snack with a breathtaking view. Popular with walkers and cyclists but has easy parking.

This place is set high above the Bough Beech Reservoir, and the outside seating area offers one of the best views in Kent ( on a fine day of course)It is run by volunteers, who are always friendly. The place sells cakes, scones, tea and coffee ,and a wide array of sandwiches and other “ nibbles”, all of which come freshly made and at a very reasonable price. If you visit try the “ Cream Tea”, It also acts as a Post Office !!!!Just below the shop, there are toilet facilities, which are also well maintained .If you at a cyclist, and if you like “ hills” then you could not ask fro a better stop. There is ample parking too for cars. On one side you have Ide Hill, and on the other side, Toys Hill, together with beautiful countryside all around.I rarely award five stars, but if you decide to visit, then I do think that you will agree with my rating

Never been before stopped off deliberately for a book they very kindly put aside for me . Stayed for a refreshing latte Superb selection of your every day requirements, cakes bread ect and guide books ect . Seemed very popular with cyclists and MAMILS. Charming staff ,a must pop in place. Parking small , and toilets nearby .Support the community !!!

Ide Hill Community Shop is staffed by volunteers but offers a wonderfully broad set of products at competitive prices for the local villagers and visitors to this lovely part of the Garden of England. Definitely worth a visit to have a tea or coffee with a piece of cake whilst looking across Bough Beech reservoir down in the valley below.

Sunday morning coffee before a day's walking. No great expectations, but this place is a gem. Manned by helpful volunteers, it offers everything a village shop should, plus great coffee and pastries and a range of gifts. Marvellous views south over the Weald and Bough Beech reservoir. Joy spoiled only by tacky public loos - come on, local council, Ide Hill deserves better.

Fab local shop staffed mainly by volunteers. They stock almost everything you could possibly need. From local eggs to wine, beer, bakery. Post office open 7 days a week. Brilliant

Stopped for a cup of tea and stayed for the pasties. Friendly staff, good selection of hot and cold food and amazing views down to Bough Beech.

This community shop is excellent i sells lots of Deli items as well as the usual things one might want or have forgotten It's also a lovely spot to stop and have a coffee and a sandwich, cake or whatever you fancy. It's great to have a post office too. The shop is run by volunteers from the village. If you're a cyclist, they even have a pump I believe for emergency repairs. There are clean public toilets outside too and loads of parking. It's a must for any visitors to Ide Hill The view is splendiferous

Brilliant community shop, staffed by volunteers, post office open even on Sundays. Lovely bread, rolls, lots of local produce plus all your emergency needs. Outdoor tables to drink your specially made coffee, tea, buy scones and so on. Amazing views. And recycling if needed plus clothes drop.

We were recommended this place by some one from Emmets Garden. They have halal sandwiches, as well as the usual, and you sit looking out across wonderful views. Very friendly and the little shop is well stocked.

great views enhanced by the friendly helpful staff with a spot on piece of home made Victoria sponge.

This is a great place for coffee and cake with super views. There are always masses of cyclists (many from the London area) here on weekends.

I stopped at this lovely wooden barn of a shop overlooking the valley below and the reservoir in order to buy a snack . I came away with coffee and freshly made scones as well as gorgeous fresh strawberries from less than five miles away which tasted a million dollars . I sat outside on the patio with my coffee looking over the picturesque valley which was lovely . The whole experience was enhanced by the lovely volunteers who served me . It's a real community venture this and well worth supporting . And the date wholemeal scones were to die for .

Superb location with a view to die for! Inexpensive cafe and friendly staff. Well stocked shop. Plenty of free parking. I will be back.

Love this place. The staff are always friendly and it comes at a perfect stage of our weekly ride to take a break, enjoy the views and get through a decent coffee, accompanied by some epic cake! A highly recommended pit stop for any cyclists in the area.

Often pop in here for a hot chocolate and a browse.

We often start and finish walks at this venue. It is absolutely delightful. We love it's terracewith views spanning across Bough Beech reservoir and out. Into the Weald. Cyclists come and go riotous in their colourfull Lycra - chatty and glowing. The staff are always better than great. A real joy.

This is a community shop with a coffee shop with fantastic views of Bough Beech Reservoir. It does not pretend to be anythingelse and is a good place to stop for a coffee, a quick shop or a bite to eat a simple snack. Easy parking and a toilet.

We had a cream tea here on a beautiful sunny day in April such a quaint little shop. Rather limited in its range of food, pre packed sandwiches and cream teas served on paper plates. As it is a community shop everything has to be packed for convenience, still a good place to stop

Visited on Monday afternoon. On top of the beautiful view a very attractive Scottish lady attended to me (I can say this I am in my 70s). She was extremely charming and helped me sit outside so I could look at the stunning view. Will make this a regular stop off and tell all my friends.

A group of 10 of us cyclists called in for short stop.

If you're out on your bike and you take on the mighty Ide Hill, this place is the large incentive waiting for you at the summit. Perfect place for a quick stop, a good value warm drink and some supplies. Friendly staff

What a great shop. Friendly staff, great products. Wonderful view to sit watching whilst drinking coffee or eating ice cream.

Bereits zum zweiten Mal waren wir hier . So viel Gastfreundschaft und Herzlichkeit!!!!! Tolles Café, frische regionale Produkte

A great little store that has very friendly staff. Whilst it is mainly a shop it sells some gift items. It has a small cafe attached.

Don't miss the fantastic bread in this great local shop. You can buy most essentials and enjoy a coffee overlooking the Weald of Kent.

What a friendly welcom and for a local shop they have everything!! Brilliant and the temptation of the fresh cooked scones and cakes a real delight! Friendly relaxed welcoming atmosphere real diamond

Inspirational village shop and post office. Run by volunteers from Ide Hill village, this local venture epitomises village life and country living. Warm reception with excellent local produce along with superb wines, what else could you ask for?

Lovely spot to stop and admire the view and take on some well-deserved cycling fuel: coffee and cake. Cyclists flow through here on the weekends in good weather when the stop is enjoyable. There is an outdoor terrace and plenty of room for bikes. Staff are very friendly, shop is well stocked with pretty much every sort of snack you can think of, they also sell walking and cycling maps and books and local Kentish products- crisps, Apple juice etc. The prices are fair for coffee and cake, the cake and scones are very good with only the coffee leaving a bit to be desired. You can now pay on your card (£5 minimum spend) so there's not much to complain about. Enjoy the view at this top spot for a mid-ride break