Afternoon Tea

Enjoy the most quintessentially English pastime, in traditional English surroundings

Sit back and relax in one of Rutland’s cosy cafes or plush country houses, whilst indulging in traditional tea and tempting treats. Swap your tea with a glass of bubbles for an added touch of luxury.

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The Garden Restaurant at Gates

A cosy and stylish restaurant seating up to 360 people; with an outdoor verandah that’s perfect for summer and a lovely ‘snug’ area by the wood burner in winter. It’s a warm and relaxed environment that welcomes visitors of all ages.

The Falcon Hotel

The Falcon Hotel is a stunning 16th Century coaching inn that is the pride of Uppingham’s historic Market Place. The charming hotel is situated just four miles from the shores of Rutland Water in the heart of the natural splendours of Rutland.

Blossoms Restaurant at Rutland Hall

Renown for both its superb food and spectacular views, Blossoms lounge, bar and restaurant, at Rutland Hall is a great destination for anyone looking for light refreshments through to the full 3-course à la carte dining experience.

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Rutland Garden Centre, Village Store & Café

A family-owned, independent garden centre with restaurant, cakery and food market on the outskirts of Oakham, located within a selection of tempting shops at Rutland Garden Village courtyard with children’s play area.

Rutland Nursery’s ‘The View’ Restaurant

In May 2023 we opened ‘The View’, a new 100-seater restaurant with panoramic views across stunning Rutland Water to the hills beyond.

The Barnsdale Brasserie – 1760

Originally a 17th century farmhouse on the Exton Estate, home to the Noel family (Earl of Gainsborough) for generations at the head of a horse chestnut tree-lined avenue, The Barnsdale is now a superb 44 bedroom hotel and restaurant, named 1760 after the year the original lodge was built.

Wymondham Windmill Tearoom

Relax in the family friendly tearoom, serving delicious homemade meals and treats, wander the wild wood and browse a selection of boutique shops, all exclusive to this 210 year old windmill site.

Stapleford Park Hotel

Understated luxury at one of the greatest English country estates. Set in 500 acres of breath-taking parkland, this splendid country hotel with spa, offers an indoor pool, sumptuous bedrooms & award-winning dining for every taste.

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The Orchard Café

Our Orchard Café has something for everyone and is family friendly. With everything made on site to order, it doesn’t get much fresher.

Daphne’s Tea Room at Rutland Farm Park

Enjoy our home cooked food, cakes, tray-bakes and snacks in this brand new Tea room on the southern edge of Oakham. Our lovely Tea Room serves a variety of hot and cold food and drinks, snacks, ice creams and more. Food is served to sit in or take away and we do our best to cater for all dietary needs. We also offer Afternoon Tea, which includes a selection of sandwiches, cakes, scones and tea or coffee (booking required).