Bird on the Rock Tearoom
Abcott
CLUNGUNFORD
SY7 0PX
Tel: +44 (0)588 660631
Winner of The Tea Guild’s ‘Top Tea Place 2004’
Open Wed-Sun 10.30am-6pm (summer), 10.30am-5pm (winter); Tea served all day; Closed Mon & Tue (except BHs – closed days may then be Tue & Wed); Booking recommended; Set tea price(s) £4-£10.50; No credit cards; Seats 27 + 20 outside; No Smoking; No Dogs; Parking 9
Some very rare teas from small selected estates are among the connoisseur's choice offered at this popular tea shop. Russian Caravan, Yunnan, several Oolongs, Lady Grey, Nilgiri, and Keemun expand the usual specialist choice, along with the house Shropshire Blend (strong old-fashioned) and Bertie's Brew (a little fruity), and visitors are encouraged to sample some unfamiliar flavours which they might otherwise never try. On the food front, one of the set afternoon teas includes a themed selection with 'something savoury followed by something sweet', and a choice of tea or other drink. The 'Complete Jeeves', on the other hand, is just as grand as it sounds: don't be surprised to see a tiered cake stand presented at your table, piled high with sandwiches, scones and cakes (booking in advance is recommended for this choice). Seasonal tea-tasting events are a regular feature here, and home-made jams and chutneys, specially packed teas, and gifts and books are all on sale.
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