Cafes, farm shops and tea rooms

With a busy day of exploring ahead, taking a welcome break for some refreshments and a much needed rest is all part of the fun. Whether you’re looking to kick-start your day with a coffee or you’re stopping for a slice of homemade cake after a long walk, there are plenty of places in West Sussex to relax and recharge. From traditional tearooms in quaint villages to vibrant beachside hangouts, West Sussex boasts an outstanding array of cafes and tearooms for you to choose from.

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Relish Cafe in Henfield's front inside desk

Relish

Situated on Henfield high street, Relish is a stone’s thro...
The perch looking out over lancing beach

Perch on Lancing Beach

Perch on Lancing Beach is a casual restaurant and cafe servi...
Afternoon cake and tea at Cafe Elvira

Café Elvira

A warm, welcoming environment offering coffees and teas, fre...
Pagham Beach Cafe outside building

Pagham Beach Cafe

Located directly on the beach road and popular with locals a...
Internal view of Christina's tea room and gift shop

Christina’s tea room and gift shop

Christina’s afternoon tea room and gift shop serves a trad...
Fitzcane's cafe outside

Fitzcane’s

Fitzcane's is a lively and welcoming café situated opposite...
Stooks Cafe menu

Stooks Cafe

Stooks Cafe is located in a gorgeous barn conversion in Hors...
The outside of the Beach House bar cafe

The Beach House

A family friendly beach front bar serving home cooked meals ...
tables and chairs

Sage Café 

Sage is a family run vegan café that is passionate about ma...
Tulleys Tea Room

Tulleys Tea Room

Tulleys Tea Room has been a much-loved destination for many ...

Bubble Works

Bubble Works is a premium, local and independent bubble tea ...

Cloisters Kitchen and Garden

Situated within the majestic cloisters of Chichester Cathedr...
Proper Cycling and Coffee indoor image

Proper Cycling and Coffee

If you are looking for a new bike or accessory, want to rela...
Fresh soup and bread on an outdoor table at the Sea Lane Cafe

Sea Lane Cafe

Located on the Goring-By-Sea beach front, Sea Lane Cafe offe...
Aldwick Beach Cafe table on the beach

Aldwick Beach Cafe

Family run beach café situated opposite the Marine Park Gar...
Chichester Cathedral pictured inside gardens

The Buttery

Dating from the late 12th century, The Buttery is situated i...

Take a break

If you’re looking for a traditional afternoon tea, historic Amberley Castle and secluded Ockenden Manor Hotel and Spa provide a perfect place to sit back and enjoy. Or, if you want to feel the sand beneath your toes while you enjoy a scone or two, visit the award-winning East Beach Café in Littlehampton. Many of our cafes specialise in home grown local produce to give you an authentic taste of West Sussex.

Cappuccino cake displayed in shop
Tea room in West Sussex

Local guides

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