Where to find the best cream tea in Cornwall?
It is just one of the things that Cornwall is famous for. No trip to the county is complete without spending an afternoon enjoying a cream tea in Cornwall. There are so many places to get your hands on the baked good, it’s hard to know where to start. Luckily for you we have found some of the best places to find a cream tea. (all with jam first we hope).
Dutchy of Cornwall Nursery
Located on the Dutchy Estate, overlooking Restormal Castle in Lostwithel, this welcoming little café provides a relaxing atmosphere nestled within beautiful grounds. Their cream tea brings together some of the best local suppliers, including Boddington’s jam and cream from the neighbouring Trewithen Dairy. Are you a tea or coffee lover? You’re in luck, this Aaternoon tea come with unlimited tea or coffee!
Cosy Nook Tea Room and Garden
The Cosy Nook’s garden makes for the perfect spot to enjoy your cream tea in Cornwall. Located in Crantock, just a short drive from the bustling town of Newquay, this café, is the perfect spot to enjoy a treat after a stroll along Crantock beach.
The Camel Trail Tea Garden
Sat halfway long the camel trail between Wadebridge and Bodmin, The Camel Trail Tea Garden and gift shop is the perfect place for an afternoon cream tea while enjoying a stroll through the Cornish countryside.
Charlotte’s Tea House
This award-winning grade ll listed house in Truro offers home-made scones, jam and Cornish clotted cream, served with a tea of your choice. Just a short drive from our Truro holiday park and described as the ‘best cream tea in town’ this one is a top contender.
Chrissy’s Tea Room
The retro tea room in Perranporth is known for its freshly baked heart-shaped scones with strawberries on top. Adding a little twist to the traditional Cornish cream tea. Chrissy’s tea room is also home to home-made cakes, toasties and freshly-brewed tea.
Woods Café
Placed in the middle of Cardinham woods, Bodmin. This family run café is an excellent place to stop after enjoying a walk through the woods. Their cream tea is served with Boddington’s jam, thick clotted cream and a pot of Tregothnan tea. With both indoor and outdoor seating available, you can enjoy your cream tea in amongst the trees on a sunny day.
Idle Rocks
The perfect place to sit and enjoy an afternoon tea while appreciating the view across the water. Idle Rocks can be found on the harbour side in St Mawes. The Cornish afternoon tea includes all of the classic sandwiches as well as a selection of sweet options. Idle Rocks even offer a cocktail afternoon tea as an adventurous alternative to the classic afternoon tea.
Here at our Cornwall caravan park, we are located in the heart of Cornwall, meaning you are perfectly placed to enjoy any part of this wonderful county (and to try out lots of cream teas to decide for yourself which is the best!). Whether you are enjoying a caravan break or touring and camping holiday, we take great pride in the holiday experience that we provide for our guest , we hope that you can join us soon.