Grand opening · 1 August 2026

Coffee, cake & village charm.

Homemade bakes, freshly prepared food, afternoon tea and a genuinely warm welcome in the heart of the village.

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Mon-Sat7:30am-5:00pm

Sunday10:00am-4:00pm

Afternoon tea12:00pm-4:00pm

Afternoon tea box filled with sandwiches, scones and handmade cakes

Your local table Easy online booking for coffee, lunch and special occasions.

Monday to Saturday7:30am - 5:00pm

Sunday10:00am - 4:00pm

Afternoon Tea12:00pm - 4:00pm

Find us58 High Street, Newington

Traditional afternoon tea stand with sandwiches, scones and cakes

Welcome to The Village

Good coffee. Good food. Better company.

The Village is designed to feel familiar from your first visit. Drop in for a quiet morning coffee, meet friends for lunch or join us for one of our regular community evenings.

Made with care

Quality coffee, fresh ingredients and a menu with something for every part of the day.

Rooted locally

A relaxed space created for Newington residents, visitors, families and local groups.

More than a cafe

Upcoming events, private gatherings and thoughtful seasonal experiences throughout the year.

Signature bakes.

Freshly made cakes and seasonal specials are available throughout the week. Ask the team about today’s selection or order ahead for a celebration.

Raspberry loaf cake

Freshly bakedAvailable by the sliceWhole cakes by enquiry

01Fresh daily

Lemon celebration cake

Bright citrus flavourHand-finishedOrder ahead

02Made to order

Pink ombre celebration cake

Celebration favouriteCustom orders welcomeAsk the team

03Celebrations

Reserve your table

Make time for something lovely.

Bookings are available from 1 August 2026. Send a request in less than a minute and the cafe team will reply once your table has been accepted.

Standard table or Afternoon Tea bookingRequests emailed directly to the cafe teamCustomer acknowledgement sent automaticallyParties of 5+ require staff confirmationAfternoon Tea: £39.95 for two, 2-hour slotPer person: sandwiches, sausage roll, cheese scone, fruit scone with clotted cream and jam, vol-au-vent and two cakes

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GuestsThe cafe has eight tables for four and two tables for two. Parties of five or more are subject to staff confirmation and availability.

Anything we should know?

Please note: Bookings are available from 1 August 2026. Your booking is not confirmed until the cafe team replies. The cafe has eight four-seat tables and two two-seat tables; parties of five or more require separate staff confirmation depending on availability and party size. Afternoon Tea is served between 12:00pm and 4:00pm, requires at least 24 hours' notice, a minimum of two people and is reserved as a two-hour slot. Please tell us about any allergies or dietary requirements before ordering. Although reasonable care is taken, food is prepared where allergens are handled and no item can be guaranteed completely free from traces. Gluten-free options may be available, but are not prepared in a certified gluten-free kitchen.

We will also email you an acknowledgement. Please check your junk folder if it does not arrive.

Good to know

A warm welcome, thoughtfully served.

Clear information for a relaxed visit, from dietary requirements to bringing a four-legged companion.

Allergies & gluten-free options

Please tell our team about any allergies or dietary requirements before ordering. Although we take reasonable care, food is prepared in an environment where allergens are handled, so we cannot guarantee that any item is completely free from traces of allergens.

Gluten-free options may be available, but they are not prepared in a certified gluten-free kitchen. Please speak to the team before ordering so we can explain the available choices.

Pet-friendly, within reason

Friendly, well-behaved pets are welcome at the team's discretion. Pets must remain under control, avoid furniture and must not disturb other customers.

Assistance dogs are always welcome.

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