OAKLEA, Woolacombe

If you’re looking to indulge in an English tradition while visiting North Devon, then cream tea is a must. Cream tea, also known as afternoon tea, consists of a pot of tea, a selection of sandwiches, and warm scones served with clotted cream and jam. It’s a delicious way to take a break from sightseeing and relax with a refreshing cup of tea.

1. The Beachcomber Café: Located on Woolacombe Beach, this café offers a variety of food and drinks, including cream teas with locally sourced scones, clotted cream, and preserves.
2. The May Cottage Tea Rooms: Located in the village of Croyde, just a few miles from Woolacombe, this tea room serves a variety of light meals, snacks, and drinks, including cream teas with scones, clotted cream, and jam. Set in a gorgeous old thatched building with a traditional cottage garden. Closed from November to March.
3. The Town Farmhouse: Located in the village of Mortehoe, just a short drive from Woolacombe, this tea room serves a range of sandwiches, cakes, and drinks, including traditional cream teas. Vegetarian and Vegan options are available too.
4. The Tea Room at the National Trust’s Arlington Court: Located in the village of Arlington, just a short drive from Woolacombe, this tea room serves a range of light meals, sandwiches, cakes, and drinks, including cream teas with scones, clotted cream, and jam.
5. The Cream Tea Cafe: Located in the town of Barnstaple, just a short drive from Woolacombe. This cosy café in Barnstaple serves homemade sweet treats & lunches, a variety of sandwiches, cakes, and drinks, including traditional delicious cream teas.