Sir Harold Hillier Gardens

Type:Tea Room/Coffee Shop

Test Valley

Jermyns Lane, Ampfield, Romsey, Hants, SO51 0QA
Sir Harold Hillier Gardens

About

Enjoy delicious seasonal food and drink at the world-famous Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, set within 180 acres of award-winning gardens near Romsey, Hampshire.
Whether you're joining us for brunch, a coffee and cake, lunch or an afternoon treat, you'll find a wide range of freshly prepared dishes for all the family. Our menus feature locally sourced, seasonal and homemade food, with gluten-free, vegan and nut-free options available.

Open daily, the Gardens' catering venues offer a wide selection of freshly prepared food and drink for all the family. Visitors can enjoy brunch, lunch, coffee and cake, or an indulgent afternoon treat. Menus feature locally sourced, seasonal and homemade dishes, with gluten-free, vegan and nut-free options available. Indoor and outdoor seating is available, with beautiful views across the Gardens. Takeaway options are also available.


Courtyard Café, located near the entrance, is the perfect choice for relaxed dining. 

Garden Restaurant and Tea Rooms are situated within the heart of the Gardens in the beautifully refurbished Jermyn's House.

You can enjoy morning coffee, seasonal lunches, traditional Sunday roasts, homemade cakes and drinks, or indulge in a classic Afternoon Tea.*

The Garden Restaurant is also available for private dining, family celebrations, corporate hospitality and special events.

Events and Experiences

A variety of themed dining events take place throughout the year, including popular Gardener's Breakfasts with Guided Tours, Murder Mystery dinners alongside seasonal menus and special events.

Visitor Information

The Gardens are open daily throughout the year, except Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

To book a table at the Garden Restaurant:

Telephone: 01794 368787 (Option 2)
Email: hillierscatering@hants.gov.uk

For sample menus, opening times and upcoming dining events, please visit the Food & Drink section of the Sir Harold Hillier Gardens website.

*Advance booking is recommended for Afternoon Tea.
Normal Garden admission applies to the Garden Restaurant.

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Awards

  • Tourism South East Award -Tourism South East Member 26/27 - Bronze Tourism South East Member 26/27 - Bronze 2026

Opening Times

2026 (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026)

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