Pickwick Tearooms

Was so happy I could squeeze in lunch at this quaint country tea room. Slightly off the road in the village of Woodford, in a gorgeous country setting. The outdoor area is actually very spacious and has a lovely English feel. The hanging baskets were in full bloom and despite the summer heat, the place was looking well cared for. They seem to have thought of everything here. Staff are super friendly and attentive without being in your face . The owner is hands on and again delivers the food with a welcoming smile and a quick chat. It 's obvious that the overall feel of this place is one of customer service and value, ensuring you are totally satisfied. They were rushed off their feet when we arrived and despite this had time to welcome us and seat us at our table. Excellent service. I ordered the plough mans lunch and was thrilled with the variety and quantity on the platter. Individually everything tasted great, the ham was prepared in house and was delicious. Loved the presentation and the price was exceptionally cheap. I hate to even use the word cheap but I was shocked when our table of four got the bill and it was probably half what I would have expected. I have eaten all over the UK and have NEVER HAD such good value for money. The portions are generous too, so can 't fault it. Everyone else enjoyed their meals and I loved the English tea served in vintage china. All added to the appeal of the place. If you are reading this review, I urge you to pop in and sample the high tea, we pondered whether to have it but it looked big! and we weren 't super hungry, it has something for everyone on it. Book ahead as it was pretty busy when we arrived. Can 't wait to go back and sample some of the other menu items on offer.

We were just finishing a lovely easy day out and really fancied a nice cup of tea and cake).....as we were passing through Woodford looked into this lovely cafe. The first thing I would like to thank the ladies for is ...that although only 20 minutes to closing they were very happy for us to sit and relax. Our tea was lovely, as too my scone and himself a cake..... Would love return soon, and would happily recommend ....thank you

I've taken several friends here for the first time and been really pleased. However my husband is disappointed that breakfast is not all day. Today however, three of us were unable to have what we wanted due to lack of ingredients as the menu is changing next week. We weren't told this when we were given the menus which would have been a good idea. What we did have was ok but we wouldn't have them again. However the jacket potato was of a good size, hot and with lots of filling and the ice-cream was delicious. Hopefully next time we go things will be back to the previous standard unless the menu is changing drastically.

We sat outside, which was lovely. There is a great view, although if you sit in the wrong seat you have a view of next door's Briffa waste bins! The ploughman's was very good, and my friend, who is very fussy about coffee, said the coffee was very good. Inside they had the radio playing, which is a pet hate of mine. I will return when the weather is good enough to sit outside.

Had a lovely afternoon tea. Fresh sandwiches, moist cake. Definitely worth the money. Will be visiting again.