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The Little Cottage Tea Room And Garden

Lewes, United Kingdom

Discover The Little Cottage Tea Room And Garden in Glynde, Lewes. Enjoy a charming afternoon tea experience with homemade sandwiches, cakes, and garden seating.

4.7 / 5

Guest rating

221

Reviews

Tea House

Cuisine

Lewes

City

Closed

Overview

About The Little Cottage Tea Room And Garden

Located on Ranscombe Lane in Glynde near Lewes, The Little Cottage Tea Room And Garden offers a classic tea house experience in a tranquil village setting. It features vintage-style crockery, an inviting indoor space, and a beautiful country garden for outdoor dining during warmer months.

The menu includes a variety of afternoon teas, including cream teas and traditional selections, alongside light savory options like cheese and ham toasties. Homemade cakes and flavorful teas complement the relaxed atmosphere, making it a popular spot for leisurely visits lasting one to two hours.

The venue accepts debit and credit cards as well as NFC mobile payments. Due to limited indoor seating, booking ahead is recommended, especially for garden seating in peak seasons. A modest service charge may be added to the bill.

Tea house Cream Tea Afternoon Tea Glynde, Lewes Garden seating Card payments accepted Visit duration: 1–2 hours Dine-in available

Quick facts

  • +44 1273 858215
  • Ranscombe Ln, Glynde, Lewes BN8 6ST, UK
  • Rated 4.7 from 221 reviews
  • Typical visit time: 1-2 hours
  • Accepts debit, credit, NFC payments
  • Positive feedback on homemade cakes and friendly service
Amenities & features

What's available at the restaurant

Grouped by category — each group lists what's available and what isn't at The Little Cottage Tea Room And Garden.

Service options

  • Onsite services
  • Dine-in

Payments

  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
Hours

Opening hours

When The Little Cottage Tea Room And Garden is open during the week.

Closed

  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday Closed
  • Wednesday Closed
  • Thursday Closed
  • Friday 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Saturday 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Sunday 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Location

Location & Nearby Places

Central Lewes, with cafes, shops, and other restaurants within easy walking distance.

Reviews

Reviews for The Little Cottage Tea Room And Garden

What recent guests say after dining at The Little Cottage Tea Room And Garden.

4.7/ 5

Based on 221 guest reviews

Rating distribution

5 80%
4 13%
3 3%
2 1%
1 2%

Steven Hodgson-Berry

Jun 08, 2026

"Lovely tea room in Glyned. Very nice outside garden when the weather is good. A bit cramped inside, but not a real problem. Good menu. My wife had a very good sandwich I had a delicious bowl of soup, then we shared a very nice lemon and blueberry cake, home made. Very yummy. Lovely attentive staff too, a very pleasant time spent."

Nigel Harris

Jun 01, 2026

"Great hidden gem. Fantastic home baked cakes and scones, flavoursome finger sandwiches and kashings of the tea of your choice. What a cracking way to spend an afternoon."

Lorna Kimberley

May 23, 2026

"Quirky little tea shop in a post office full of charm and character. A returning customer as just love it here. Booking advised as can get busy. Garden is country rambling with fresh cut flowers in small jars on your table and hand stitched table cloths. Different areas around the garden depending on the mood you want - under a sailing sheet gazebo, small tables, iron tables, for two / four or more persons. Tea sets are vintage-esque with a selection of china / silver style tea pots. Scones come on tiered cake plates; 4 ‘no crust’ sandwich fingers per person + a huge slice of cake (have had a dry slice on one visit hence 4 not 5 on the score). Many varieties of tea + hot chocolate \ coffee available and alcohol to accompany your cream tea if you want. Savouries also available but not tried yet. Toilet available and found by meandering through the kitchen garden - rustic charm! A charming place to relax away the afternoon and leave feeling very full. One item to note - 10% service charge automatically added to your bill."

Max Grass

May 16, 2026

"Great place to experience the classical big English tea time with scones, sandwiches and cake. Beautiful garden with plenty of tables. Book 2-3 days in advance! It's a bit hidden but easy to find when you know where you have to look."

Angela Newton

Apr 30, 2026

"A cosy little tea room inside but we had a nice afternoon tea sitting in the garden. The setting was lovely. The food was delicious & the staff were friendly & polite. Its off the beaten track in a small village which was quiet & relaxing."

Hannah N

Mar 25, 2026

"An absolutely delightful tearoom. A quintessential vintage English afternoon tea experience. Very quaint venue, I bet it's stunning in the garden in the spring/summer Excellent table service and communication via Messenger prior to booking. Very tasty vegan sandwich and cake options (apple and toffee and chocolate cake today). Great range of teas to choose from all at a really good price. I would definitely highly recommend and will be popping back in the better weather. Thank you."

Jade Heron

Mar 16, 2026

"This tea room is an absolute gem! The setting is just beautiful, we went on a sunny day and were seated in the gardens... stunning set-up sat between trees and plants with birdsong as a soundtrack. The food is divine, we had an afternoon tea which was perfect. The staff and servers are very friendly and attentive but in no way overbearing. I can't fault our visit, just can't wait to visit again!"

Laura Jane

Mar 03, 2026

"What a lovely place. My sisters and I took my Mum for her birthday and had the most wonderful afternoon. We went in November, so we couldn’t sit outside, but the tea room is very comforting and it feels like a step back in time. The staff are attentive and so friendly. Most importantly catered for my gluten allergy. We had an excellent afternoon tea of sandwiches and handmade cakes. There is a selection of tea and hot drinks served on beautiful crockery and to make it even more special the option of delicious sparking wine. Highly recommend to anyone in the lewes area. Already planning a trip back for my sister’s birthday in the summer so we can sit in the beautiful garden."

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Common questions to help plan a visit to The Little Cottage Tea Room And Garden.

The menu features afternoon teas including cream teas and traditional selections, homemade cakes, light savory options such as cheese and ham toasties, plus a variety of teas and coffees.

Yes, there is a garden seating area ideal for enjoying tea and snacks in a tranquil outdoor environment when weather permits.

Payments can be made with debit cards, credit cards, and NFC mobile payment methods.

Booking in advance is suggested, especially for garden seating or during busy times, to ensure availability.

Guests typically spend between one and two hours enjoying their tea and food in this relaxed setting.

The tea room offers some vegan sandwich and cake options alongside other choices to accommodate different tastes.

A 10% service charge may be added to the bill during a visit.

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