Five spots for a chat over a cup of tea in Lewes District & Uckfield

A chat over a nice cup of tea, whilst getting out and about in your local area, is a good way to stay sociable and happy in older age to maintain health and wellbeing. Why not try out some of our ideas for great places where you can enjoy a cuppa and catch up with older friends or relatives?

Grounded at The Forge

Although known as a ‘Coffee Lounge’, Grounded at The Forge is a lovely rustic spot for a catch up and a has a great selection of teas! It also services food for breakfast and lunch, with lovely cakes and vegetarian options. A great addition to the local area of Ringmer.

Opens from 8am – 4pm Monday to Saturday and 9am – 3pm on Sundays. It’s easy to park, offers outdoor seating and takeaway, and has wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating and toilet.

Location: The Forge, Lewes Rd, Ringmer, Lewes BN8 5NB.

Denniker Farm Café

Denniker Farm café in Fletching is newly built, with a modern farmhouse feel and a range of indoor & outdoor seating. Did you know Denniker means ‘ten acres’? As well as a range of teas, the café serves food prepared at the farm, cooked by a local chef, and includes breakfasts, afternoon tea, home baked cakes and savoury snacks.

With disabled access, in the summer there are also outdoor benches and parasols available. It is open Monday-Saturday, 8.30am to 4pm (Last food order 3:00pm).

Location: Denniker Farm, Ruston Bridge Road, Fletching, East Sussex, TN22 3SH.

Oast Farm Café

Oast Farm Café in Buxted, located on the Wealdway, is a family-run business including the Fruit Farm, Shop and Café. As well as a range of teas, the food menu caters for all dietary requirements including vegan, gluten and dairy free. Cooked to order using the produce sold in the shop, including their own fruit and bread from Flint Owl Bakery.

There is outside seating, with blankets for chilly days, a limited number of inside tables and take away. Covid safe procedures are still in place. Open Monday – Saturday, 9am to 4pm.

Location: Oast Farm Café, Oast Farm, Lephams Bridge, Buxted, East Sussex, TN22 4AU.

Staverton Nursery – Cecil’s Kitchen

Staverton Nursery is a welcoming, family-run garden centre just outside Uckfield, offering a range of plants, gifts, homeware, and seasonal displays. Known for its friendly atmosphere, it has become a much-loved destination within the local community. The nursery is also home to Cecil’s Kitchen, a welcoming café serving freshly prepared meals, coffee, and homemade cakes from Monday – Friday, 8am – 4pm.

Location: Staverton Nursery, Eastbourne Road, Halland, Lewes BN8 6PU

Lewes Garden Centre

Lewes Garden Centre is a welcoming garden centre located in Kingston, just outside Lewes, offering a wide range of plants, gardening essentials, gifts, homeware and furniture. Set within the South Downs National Park, it’s a lovely spot to browse, pick up something for the garden or simply enjoy a relaxed visit. The centre is also home to Gardener’s Retreat Restaurant, serving breakfasts, lunches, afternoon teas, daily specials, coffee and cake, with outdoor seating overlooking the plant department.

Location: Newhaven Road, Kingston, Lewes BN7 3NE

 

Lewes District & Uckfield has lots of lovely spots for a good cup of tea. Many of these are also accessible for all and suitable for older adults. As a companionship-based home care company, we understand the benefits of socialising out in the community. Why not try some of our suggestions?

 

There are many benefits to Home Instead’s companionship-based home care. We provide high quality, expert support services to allow clients to continue living safely and happily in their own homes as they age. And our committed team of fully trained and compassionate Care Professionals are locally based in Lewes District and Uckfield.