The Old Bakery Tea Room in Cotswold

Fantastic food and wonderful chatty service from Alan.

We tried Beans on toast and Scone, loved them both

Exceptional place. Very friendly, accommodating, great service. And the goats cheese with walnut salad was stunning.

Got to stow too early to book in so thought we'd pop in for a sandwich and boy what a sandwich. Good variety. If they've got the ingredients they will make you whatever sandwich you desire. Nice cup of tea. And then there was the cake!! What can I say but superb little find.

One of our favourite cafes for a long time. Excellent gluten free options. The best coffee ever. Lovely atmosphere!!

Came to this beautifully quaint, English tea room looking for a romantic country lunch/cream tea with my partner. It was the most lovely warm environment with beautiful crockery that reminded me of a vintage storybook! The owners are beyond lovely and the work they do with the locals to improve the surrounding area just adds to this wonderful place! It’s tucked away and to be honest that only adds to its charm! The cream tea was the best I have ever had, fresh, hot and flavourful! Best tea too!! 💕

Utterly brilliant. From the warm and familiar welcome, to the friendly atmosphere and absolutely superb food - this little gem was exactly what we needed, when we needed it!! It's clear why The Old Bakery Tearoom is so highly rated! I'm really glad we made a reservation; no table stayed empty for more than a few minutes, and lots of walk-ins had to turn away (and hopefully try again later!) Very dog friendly - our pooch Scruff was made to feel at home, and was even welcomed with a biscuit and a spot made for him to sit under the table. We'd highly recommend this without hesitation! P.S. order a hot chocolate!!

Lovely food , lovely service. Well worth a visit. Scones are amazing!

What a blessing to enjoy this town with an intention stop for cream tea at The Old Bakery Tea Room. I thoroughly enjoyed a delicious, warm-from-the-oven gluten free scone with clotted cream and jam, and my husband also said his regular scone was very tasty. We could see how much the owners Alan and Jackie pour their hearts in this special tea room. Friendly, attentive service without feeling rushed. Thank you for a peaceful place to enjoy cream tea!

If you ever want to be amazed with flavors that explode in your mouth, then you HAVE to visit the Old Bakery Tea Room. From fresh hand made Scone with hand made jam and clotted cream to a goats-milk salad that was DEVINE. Remember to book as a few ppl were turned away.

One of the best tea cake you can ever have ❤️❤️

Beautiful food, all homemade, lovely owners. Great portions and prices. Wonderful for gluten free options. Homemade gluten free (and non gf) scones!! Delicious.

Amazing place! Alan (one of the owners) was great for service, and really tasty food! Must visit.

The most welcoming and cared for tea room I’ve ever been to. Service was amazing and the coffee was deliciously strong (which isn’t usually the case in most English places). Food was great, portion sizes were on the mark. The whole experience felt like a hug after a hard day which is so bizarre but 10/10 recommend honestly can’t fault it. A really special place.

Had a lovely cream tea here with tasty scones, jam and a great pot of tea. Our girls loved the cakes. Very friendly and attentive owner. We felt very welcome with our children. Definitely worth waiting for and getting a booking.

Wonderful food and service. Really with a visit. Please go and see for yourselves. The Cotswolds really benefit from this.

The best creme tea (tea + scones) I've ever had!! The portion was generous (actually you can ask for a refill of creme and jam in case they are not enough), and the owner couple were so sweet and kind. I will definitely come back if I have a chance to visit this town again.

Lovely little tea room, very hospitable owner. Thank you

We stumbled in this wonderful little place by total chance whilst visiting Stow-on-the-Wold and we couldn’t be happier about it. The food was great and authentic, the definition of home-made, and the hospitality of the hosts unparalleled. Definitely recommend stopping by!

Best scone and clotted cream and strawberry jam. The best!!!

The Cream Tea Scones, Jam & Clotted Cream was excellent and they had gluten-free scones that were amazing. The owners Alan & Jackie are very nice and service was great. This place is Highly Recommend!

Popped in for a brunch and was not disappointed. Food was lovely and the service was great- if you are local or just visiting I would highly recommend l.

Nice little place, with a great feel. Scones are great

Phenomenal scones with clotted cream and jam

Small and cosy. The coffee was brilliant, piping hot and the above delicious.

My wife had a cream tea, I had a sandwich. Sandwich came with salad and locally made crisps. My wife's cream tea was amazing, she let me try a bit of (still earm) scone with clotted cream and jam, it was exquisite. Prices were reasonable. My only criticism is that the place isn't big enough, our lovely proprietor had to turn several people away. Thoroughly recommend this place.

Had a wonderful time here a few months back. Owners were lovely and attentive and the best scones I’ve ever had fresh from the oven.

A moment of silence for these scones! Great banter from the owner, just make sure you reserve a table - don’t want to miss! x

Just lovely people and lovely food. Honestly.

Dirty spoons and out of date jar of curd. Scones were delicious and tea hot. Waitress lovely but young man behind counter disinterested in my complaint.

Amazing scones, cake, and tea! The place is run by a very nice and wonderful couple. The interior is cute and cozy. This place is definitely a must-visit!

Outstanding food and at very reasonable prices. Made to feel really welcome and the music in the background was brilliant. Highly recommended the scones were unbelievable.

If I could give this place six stars, I would. I had no idea scones could be this good. The tea was excellent as well, but the scones were a life changing experience. Still can’t believe what I experienced…

Visiting from Australia my daughter wanted to take me out for lunch for my birthday, at a place with GF options and scones,and we found this beautiful gem in the heart of one of the most gorgeous places on earth. Amazing service, the best food, and if we lived close by, I would have visit multiple times. Thanks for making my birthday special Alan. God bless .

What a lovely and cosy place! We were very happy about the great gluten-free selection, including scones. The service was really excellent and we were made to feel very welcome.

First gluten free scones I've ever had and they did not disappoint! Incredibly welcoming staff, and because the place is so small, you really feel tended to. The atmosphere was warm and the prices are really low for the standard of food and service we had. It's a shame we live so far away but will definitely be visiting again if we're ever near the area!

Well deserved of its high rating, very relaxed and great food. Only small so be early or patient, and you won’t be disappointed!

While visiting the local area we wanted to enjoy some scones in a tea room. I saw a review of the old bakery tea room stating that the scones were the best the person had ever had. Now, it's difficult to fully trust reviews as everyone's tastes and opinions differ but we decided to give this place a try and WOW! The review I saw wasn't exaggerating. 2 very large, warm, fluffy and scrumptious homemade scones, lovely thick clotted cream, delicious homemade jam and a very tasty coffee for me and forest fruit tea for my partner. On top of the absolutely wonderful food and drinks the welcome was very warm and friendly and the room itself is very homely. You can tell that the people who have owned and run this tea room since 2005 really care about their art and their customers. I really would strongly advise you to give this place a try, you won't be disappointed. We're already looking forward to going back for more! The only negative thing that we could say is that our stomachs weren't big enough to enjoy more than we were served.

All at the highest level. Alan is an amazing person and the place is special. The food is delicious. Music and atmosfere make you feel relaxed. Very Highly recommend it!

Lovely little gem hidden at the end of a covered alleyway. The best scones I’ve ever had, handmade and served with delicious jam. The cream tea was sumptuous, and Alan welcomed us so warmly—it felt like home. I definitely recommend this place. It’s a must-visit!

Beautiful tearoom . We had the cream tea which was gorgeous . The scones are made on the premises . Really pleasant gentleman served us . You didn't feel rushed and you are encouraged to take your time and sit and chat

This lovely tea room was a highlight during our trip in the Cotswolds! The scones were absolutely incredible and Alan is such a friendly host, which makes all the difference! Thank you

Came to the Cotswold for the first time for a holiday with my wife. We enjoyed the easy dining at this tea room. Alan was very hospitable and is a great host. I really enjoyed the steak. PTL

Lovely Stow tearoom that reflects true customer service and great food without crazy prices. The food is absolutely delicious. Everything is fresh to order and the scones divine. I loved every morsel!

I was so thankful that we could have this such a great lunch here. We could see how much the owner loves this restaurant. It goes without saying that the taste was good. he was friendly and everything was well organised. The level of service and food, especially the steak, an oven-baked potato and a colourful salad, were like hotel restaurants but the price was much cheaper. It’s two hours away from our house but I think we‘ll go again for this.

Excellent gluten free menu, wonderful home made food. Make sure you book a table!

We decided to stop by this charming spot while visiting the Cotswolds, and we were greeted by an incredibly friendly owner. My wife and I weren't very hungry, so we opted to share a steak and cream tea. Initially, I was concerned that the owner might be upset about us sharing a main dish, but to our pleasant surprise, he served us two plates with the steak cut in half and beautifully plated. The owner made us feel absolutely comfortable, making our dining experience thoroughly enjoyable.

Amazing find. A lovely Tea Room with excellent food all cooked on the premises. We were made to feel very welcome. I can highly the Coronation Chicken Jacket potato

Fabulous tea room. Great food and wonderful cuppa tea! Staff attentive, friendly and our visiting American friend loved the hospitality. Took away some lovely cake and sweet treats.

I recommend ! The scone was delicious and the gentleman was really very kind. Very good address.

Wow, what an amazing little cafe, we came here for a hot chocolate and cake. The owners are so friendly and the cafe is a lovely place to be. There are lots of funny quotes all over the place which are brilliant! The lemon cake we had was delicious and so fresh. The hot chocolate was out of this world, so tasty and hot! It's worth a trip just for that! Can imagine it gets very busy in the peak season.

Came here for a snack with my girlfriend when we visited during our Cotswolds trip recently. Best scone I have ever had hands down, I loved the homely and relaxed atmosphere and really lovely service.

Best scone I have ever eaten! The tomato and pepper soup with a freshly baked roll was also delicious. We walked in around 1pm on a Monday, and managed to snag a table for four. Warm, wholesome and delicious. Thank you so much for this highlight of our trip to the Cotswolds!

Had a fabulous lunch here.. great food, super friendly service and brilliant gluten free options for my coeliac daughter. Make sure you book a table if you want to guarantee eating here. Highly recommended

My boyfriend and I always try to visit here and had the delicious tuna and cheese and cheese and onion melts respectively which never fail to impress. They were each served with a lovely side salad and dressing. The Earl Grey tea was one of the best I've had. I thoroughly recommend this lovely tea room.

Service and all is nice but very average tasting afternoon tea. To be honest, I don't understand the hype around 'afternoon tea' generally, around the UK.

A lovely homely atmosphere, excellent food and wonderful service, hope to visit again.

Amazing experience, the two owners were some of the kindest people I have ever met. Hope to be back some day!

Honestly, I was sceptical this place wouldn’t be as good as the reviews. We also didn’t plan on having lunch here as well as dessert but we didn’t feel for the place we had planned to go to and ended up here. We were glad we did! Lovely food, lovely service with great chat and AMAZING SCONES for dessert! Absolutely loved it and I’d recommend this place to anyone. This is a must see hidden gem!

A truly outstanding Tea Room, Alan & Jackie are genuinely so nice and very welcoming. The service is second to none! Great Gluten Free options and the absolute best cup of tea served in true old fashioned traditional tea cups. Everything is made fresh and is well worth the wait. We always ensure to visit when we’re in the Cotswolds. Hidden 💎 Highly recommend! From Mario & Co 🤝

The shop is located at a relatively secretive so you have to beware of sign board for directions at street. Scone, tea and coffee are all good. Alan and Jackie are both nice and friendly too! Particularly like the vibes here that made you feel like "at home". 🏠

Incredible experience and food. A quaint, place with incredible food and the sweetest, most authentic, down-to-earth owners one could meet. What an introduction to the Cotswolds! My friends and I ordered the cream tea, complete with scones, and beautiful jams, and a caramel shortbread. The quality was wonderful, so I feel like one couldn't go wrong with any of the options on the menu. Highly recommend. Had such a wholesome time!

A lovely, quaint place with amazing food and authenticity throughout. The owners are absolutely lovely and friendly. My friends and I had a great time!

We had a lovely lunch here, really enjoyed it! Absolutely gorgeous food, lovely atmosphere and friendly owners. Thank you x

My husband and I love this place. The food is delightful, all made fresh with local ingredients. Alan is a very kind soul, attentive and lovely to chat to. And they even make doggy treats! We are in awe of how him and Jackie have been able to share the very sad story of their son Tom, and provide support to anyone who needs it. This tea room is a gem, so unique and heartwarming.

Comida casera y deliciosa, cocinada con cariño y con ingredientes frescos y de calidad. El quiche es sublime! El local es muy acogedor, y el hombre que sirve es muy agradable y simpático. Sin duda son lo mejor del pueblo!

Hands down, best scones we've ever had - soft and warm on the inside with a perfectly baked crust, and served by the warmest family. Glad we stuck around for a table as it gets quite busy!

So lucky to find such a lovely place for lunch. The food was excellent, all beautifully prepared and presented. The service was first class. Thoroughly recommend making a reservation at this wonderful dining experience when visiting Stow on the Wold.

If you go to the Cotswolds or anywhere near stow on the wold stop here for cream tea. If I ever go back to England I will go out of my way to come back here. Such friendly staff and beautiful atmosphere. Food was phenomenal the best scones, clotted cream, and tea we had on our trip throughout the UK. This is a must do! I ordered a crumpet along with my cream tea and initially it was forgotten in the order but I was not upset because I was so full from the tea. The owner realized it was forgotten before we left and gave me and my sister each a crumpet, free of charge! Everything about this place is excellent. Truly one of the best places for English food in england. You will not be disappointed!

We pre booked a table which is definitely advisable. The owner was extremely friendly and very welcoming - juggling serving, welcoming and chatting in the right proportion and with awareness of priority. The food was delicious and freshly prepared. We will certainly visit again having enjoyed our leisurely delicious lunch. Thank you.

We had a really nice time here. The place was calm, and the owner was friendly, which made our visit even better. The cream tea was the highlight of our meal, the scones were warm and delicious and we hit the pan on the clotted cream. I am definitely coming back.

best soup and sandwich that I ever had, stunning food and decorating, everything lovely here

Best place for cream tea/scones. Glad we booked in advance because there are limited seats. Peaceful, charming ambiance. Amazing service and food, especially the cakes! Also recommend their coleslaw and Brie w/ cranberry sandwich. The way the place is run is very thoughtful and thorough. It felt homey. Portion sizes are filling - perfect for a day of sightseeing and walking. My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our lovely meal. ♥️

Absolutely amazing little find, food was so yummy and run by two lovely people. Would 100% recommend and book as it gets full easy.

Amazing hot chocolate, delicious scones and absolutely gracious when we realized we had to leave quickly. I highly recommend stopping in!

We stopped in here looking for an afternoon pick me up. The owners were very friendly and happy to show us Yankees how to properly eat a scone. While we can only speak to the flavor of the scones and jam—which were delicious—the other food being served up also looked great! Definitely stop in if you find yourself in Stow and in need of refreshment.

We just had to visit once we had heard all the good reviews. The cream tea was served with 2 large scones and a generous serving of clotted cream and home-made jam. Fresh and delicious. I can confirm it was the best scone eaten during 2 months of travel in the UK. Bonus points for a cup of tea in a china cup and saucer. Tried coronation chicken sandwiches for the first time 😋 Service with a smile and attention to detail. Good idea to book ahead.

Lovely tea room, the best scones I’ve ever had!

Really enjoyed our visit to The Old Bakery Tea Room! The GF scones were really really good. The scones with gluten were great! Definitely give this place a try. We were very lucky to get a table, strongly recommend to book ahead.

We had sat down at a different tea room, but had a last minute change of heart and I'm so glad we did because we ended up here! Everything was spot on, scones were fantastic, infact I'd say the best we've tried, along with some really tasty homemade jam. I also couldn't resist a slice of flapjack, but I was quite rightly guided to seeing how I got on with the scones before making that decision. I was infact too full to manage the flapjack, so took it for later anyway, and it was absolutely delicious when I polished that off on the journey back home. Could've stayed a lot longer had our 2 year old let us, but sadly he didn't. And to top it off the owner was a really nice guy, and made it feel like the place was almost an extension of your own home. Lovely stuff. Thanks very much, we'll be back.

An exceptional tea room that is definitely worth a visit. We were visiting from abroad and went here based on reviews & were not disappointed. This is a cozy 5 table restaurant that is run by a couple. The food is homemade, fresh and exceptional. The service is welcoming and personal. It is superlative in it's genre (a traditional small-town english tea room), and as such, may not be for everyone (for e.g. if you're expecting fast food chain cafe). It does get busy, so reserving a table (and being on time) is highly recommended.

Truly delicious scones, the best quiche I ever tasted and the hot chocolate was extra special, too. The food is made with real thoughtfulness, but the love and attention to detail goes further than the dishes served. It felt like visiting a generous friend’s home. We were never rushed, service was attentive and kind, and the atmosphere was one of comfort and dare I say, love. Highly recommend reserving a table to make sure you get to enjoy this special spot.

Consiglio di provare il cream tea, esperienza assolutamente da fare. Gli scones sono eccezionali, così come anche le torte. Ambiente confortevole, proprietario gentile e cordiale: è stato come essere a casa! Meglio prenotare un tavolo tramite il sito, i posti a sedere sono pochi.

A small establishment- we were at the last remaining table - & ordered 2 Cream Teas - one Gluten Free. The pot of tea & 2 China cups & milk jug arrived a few minutes later. The Cream Teas were brought a bit later - 2 enormous scones each, plus dishes of clotted cream & jam - we both opted for the forest fruits jam. Very delicious & very filling! The GF scones were quite crumbly when cut, but that is very common with GF anything! A nice touch was the presentation on rectangular plates, with a couple of strawberries & also a sachet each of a lemon wipe for the inevitable sticky fingers! Also interesting to read, as fellow Christians, the Christian testimony of the owners while we waited for our order

We had been looking for recommended spots for a nice afternoon tea and this place did not disappoint! We had the cream tea, hot chocolates and my partner had cheese and tomato on toast. The hot chocolates were proper melted chocolate (none of that powdered rubbish) and the scones were served warm and tasted very fresh. The servings of cream and jam were plentiful and the cheese on toast was divine. Fortunately my partner let me have a bite (or 2). The gentleman that served us was lovely, friendly and attentive. We were also touched by their story and felt that the care and compassion that they have was very evident in the atmosphere and service that they provide. We cannot wait to visit again!

영국에서 만난 최고의 식당 중 하나입니다. 친절, 청결, 음식 모두 완벽합니다. 친절한 동네 옆집 아저씨 같습니다. 가게가 정말 깨끗합니다. 몇가지 음식을 시켰는데 모두 맛있었습니다. 코츠월드에 간다면 이 식당을 꼭 예약해서 찾아가세요. 테이블이 많지 않으니 꼭 예약하세요.

Best tearoom in England - food and service were amazing. Having visited numerous top-rated tearooms (15+), recommended/known for their 'scones' during our holiday in UK, this place is definitely on the top of the list! The scones with clotted cream and jam (generous portions) were absolutely amazing, crunchy on the outside and freshly baked - hot from the oven. The only other time my husband and I had tasted something even remotely close to this was during a luxury afternoon tea experience in the centre of London, which was about 10 times the cost ... but without the same standard of friendly service that we experienced in this tearoom. There is a good reason for the limited seating - Alan & Jackie (husband/wife team) are in charge of running the entire place by themselves so that they can maintain the quality of experience. While Jackie is busy with cleaning&producing homemade food for the customers, Alan juggles between serving the customers, and making sure that everyone receives the opportunity to chat with him. He visited our table multiple times for a friendly conversation and did not rush us out even though it was closing time! He made everyone feel like it was coming 'home'. We loved it so much that we decided to return and squeeze in another visit just before our departure flight! If you have the chance to visit, I highly recommend you to read their testimony (sitting on the table) and hopefully it will provide you with some insight into why they are so wonderfully set apart from other places :)

Had a lovely experience here for our very first English cream tea. Lovely friendly service, and delightful food. We felt so welcome and had a beautiful afternoon. Would highly recommend to anyone in the area.

Amazing fresh scones even more more amazing service

Fantastic food quality combined with great service and reasonable prices. Highly recommended.

Highly recommend this lovely little tea room- the owners were so kind and genuinely brought positivity to all their customers. We stumbled in here quite literally by mistake but found this place and it has been the best scones + Jam and cream we have had in the UK. Very affordable prices with good service; seriously a highlight of our holiday.

Amazing place! Bakery treats were delicious and tea was outstanding.

Absolutely lovely experience here. Feels like you've popped into someone's home. Stopped by on the way back to London from Stratford upon Avon and Alan was incredibly kind and accommodating. And the food was delicious! Had gluten free crumpets and a ham and cheese melt that were some of the best food we had in all of England. Sadly we didn't have time for cream tea, but I'm so glad we managed to get in. Highly recommend calling ahead for reservations if you're going for afternoon tea, as a lot of the Cotswold's tours stop here and the restaurant only has five tables, but it's worth it.

Small independent tea room with the best service from the owners. A bit different from a normal restaurant but well worth a visit! Book early and don't miss your 10 minute slot!

Thank you Alan and Jackie for having us at your lovely tea room. We had the coronation chicken sandwich and cream tea which was all home made- and blew our socks off! Everything on the menu is home made by Jackie in the kitchen, and Alan provides great service and banter. We will certainly be revisiting when we're in Stow on the Wold.

Here you can have the greatest scones, awesome flapjacks and really good tea and lunch! We went there 2 times because of the gorgeous scones and also for the service! Thanks alot for that great experience, if you move on without a visit you will miss a great tea room!

Stopped here on our way through Stow and had a wonderful afternoon tea and lunch. Very friendly service and good food with large portions !

Superb little tea room, food was excellent, and a fantastic choice of gluten free options. Warm and friendly service.

Lovely bakery and tea room. Alan was a fantastic host and ensured we had the best visit. Highly recommended!

Very limited seating but you’re in for a treat if you’re able to get a seat. Have a chat with the owners and feel right at home.