Really lovely tearoom overlooking the picturesque Doctors Pond in Dunmow. It's the ideal place for…read moremorning coffee, lunch or afternoon tea and offers a great range of scones, homemade cakes, light lunches and desserts. The chocolate fudge brownies were to die for - and I have it on good authority that the carrot cake, cherry and sultana scones and shortbread were equally good!

This is a lovely little cafe beside a small lake called 'The Doctor's Pond'. Very popular with the…read morelocals. We normally drop in for coffee and cakes or afternoon tea and we have never been disappointed, but we understand the place is under new ownership. Closed on Mondays. Easy access for all but watch the kiddies and the unguarded water's edge. Plenty of ducks, geese and crocodiles and the like after any morsels left unattended.

Just had a fantastic Full English Breakfast. A good plateful that has set me up for the day. A…read moresteaming mug of freshly brewed coffee to go with it. nice views across the Heybridge Basin but, unfortunately, much too cold to sit outside. I am going to revisit during the summer (if we get one). Well worth a visit if you are in the area.

Visit the tearoom often, my favourite at lunchtime are the sandwiches on granary bread all fillings…read moreare very very tasty and last time I had a cheese ploughman's it was the best ever. All the staff are very friendly and helpful at all times.

We had a lovely family afternoon tea here. There is so much food you can't possibly eat it all!…read more The finger sandwiches were moist and tasty. The scones were lovely and the cakes and tarts... well, where on earth do you start?? The tea was good - we all had good old English breakfast. We did ask for more hot water, which did not materialize, but I think we were all done by then anyway. They will pack up the left-overs for you to take home without any fuss. They also have a nice little gift shop. Parking might be a challenge if school is in session and about to let out as there is only street parking and a school across the road.

A great place to meet up with friends over a cup of coffee, lunch or afternoon tea. Pleasant staff…read morewho have never made me feel rushed and who are willing to assist when asked.

When I got there I found out it shuts before the advertised time on the web. When I pointed this…read moreout the waitress didn't care a jot even though I pointed out this could be very disappointing for customers coming from out of the area. I have several food intolerances so when asking about the ingredients in their homemade cakes I got a message back via the waitress that she can't guarantee the cakes were free from what I was intolerant to. As people with food intolerances are always ending up having to go without gorgeous food, I asked if I could have more detail of what was in the cakes so I could make a decision on what it was I could or couldn't eat, just in case there was something I could have. This was very obviously an inconvenience to the waitress and the manager who had baked them. She tried again to say she couldn't guarantee anything because obviously this was the quickest way to solve the issue for herself, but after explaining that I'd like to try to see if there was something I could eat, it was again very plain that I was wasting her time. It was late afternoon and they weren't busy, so I would have appreciated a couple of minutes of her time without the attitude. After finding out there was indeed a piece of cake I could eat, I sat down to enjoy it only to be served it with more attitude by the waitress. If she could have got away with grunting at me I sure she would have! I unfortunately had to ask for a pot of hot water as the tea didn't come with one, and AGAIN got a look saying 'are you bothering me again?!'. Cleanliness was also not great with tea-stained table clothes, dying roses on the table, and also dust on the teapot holding the roses which was next to an open sugar bowl which no doubt had the same amount of dust in it! Also, amazingly, a dog walking around the kitchen area with it's bed behind the serving counter!! (Yes, I am about to inform environmental health dept!!) Lastly, my table was being cleared before I had finished. I did notice however, that the other table still in there didn't have their table touched, so I'm guessing that was a touch of nastiness from the waitress also. I was there looking for a place to take 18-20 friends for my birthday which is coming up soon as we fancied a gorgeous afternoon tea, but we will definitely be going somewhere else after that experience!

I really wanted the traditional English tea experience and I'm so glad I came to Peacocks while in…read moreEly. The service was phenomenal and the staff were very nice. I got the full Monty and I enjoyed every second of my experience there. I highly recommend, as this is now my favorite tea room.

I frequent this tea room often, as I live close by. The service is always friendly and wonderful…read more The gardens and indoor seating are both lovely, can't go wrong with where you're seated. I love the Xmas tea, which is a special blend for them, but I've enjoyed every tea I've had. The food is tasty, I love the cream tea, sandwiches, and cakes.

This is the forth time we have been here. My wife discovered this hidden cafe a few months ago and…read moreit's just what the area needs. Just wish there were a few more like this in the area. Enjoyed the food on offer both for breakfast and lunch. It's not the cheapest but quality is good and love the opportunity to buy something from the bakery.

I've been going to this local bakery right outside of Harlow since I moved to the UK…read more It's honestly a great bakery with good lunch food. Breads and pastries made daily, plus they have a good selection of specialty foods, cheeses, jams, etc. Hell, Rod Stewart and Paul Hollywood have been here too! Plus, there's Churchgate Sausages next door selling top notch sausages. If I were you, I would ignore that bad review and give them a try (Really? Greggs?). If you have working taste buds, you'll love this place. FYI, they are busy for Mother's Day, Easter and Christmas... for good reason.

We have a grandson with severe allergies and we always review service based on the cafe's attitude…read moretowards that disability. The lady manager here was so knowledgeable and helpful we have given a high rating. Good range of eats and drinks available all day, seven days a week. This place is under new management with a re-branding and a name change. They deserve success. Parking is on street nearby if you are lucky and there are pay car parks in the town. Becoming popular with the locals due to good product range, good service and fair prices. Classically dressed waiting staff (pic). Easy disabled access.

Dreadful place I'm sorry to say. Looks nice in and out but staff training training is zero they…read moredon't have a clue. Tables not wiped, mistake on our order and have to prebook if you want an afternoon tea. Sandwich was expensive and bread not fresh cake was tiny portion. So much better on offer in town do yourself a favour and try another establishment!

My dad often brings me here for tea and cake, All the cakes…read moreand chocolates are home made by the 2 lovely ladies that own the Tea Room, they have recently bought the place and have kept the cozy cottage feel and have introduced a great new menu. The hot chocolate is amazing and I always get marshmallows with mine, this time I had a pot of tea as I have already had 2 hot chocolates today , have to draw the line somewhere right? But I was not disappointed with my tea and it went great with my raspberry and vanilla butter cream cupcake . If you are ever in West Malling I would pop in for a little treat

Quaint and full of character The Old Mill Yard Tea Room is another of West Malling's little hidden…read moregems. Homemade goodies are served up here for a good portion of the day with daily specials on offer and various different homemade cakes. A great place to go for a light bite or afternoon tea. The only thing the place could do with is a little bit more atmosphere but I suspect that to be largely due to the staff and clientele that frequent the tea rooms.

Wonderful food served with welcoming and efficient service. The Starr recently introduced a 2 or 3…read morecourse fixed price evening menu which is great value.