Eating and shopping at Hinton Ampner

Floral cushions and throws, part of the 2026 spring/summer collection — Bring in some sunshine with our spring prints range | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

A wide range of homewares, locally made crafts and plants are available in the shop and our café serves seasonal specials and homemade bakes.

Our shop

Looking for something different from the regular high street shops? You will discover a variety of presents and treats, as well as items for the home and garden. There is always a great mix of local products as well as National Trust favourites.

Getting out and about

Hinton Ampner is the perfect backdrop for a walk. Browse our selection of walking titles for some inspiration of where to explore next. With books covering circular walks and local guides around Hampshire & the Isle of Wight as well as Dorset, Surrey & Sussex and the South Downs. You can also stock up on some walking essentials with our travel flasks and socks.

Spring accessories

Featuring unique patterns based on beloved National Trust places, our accessories range bring together bright colours and pleasing patters. From scarves to handbags and jewellery, why not treat yourself or get that gift for someone special?

Homewares

We have lots of items to help make your home a haven; soft throws, comfy cushions and soothing scented candles and diffusers. Don’t forget to browse the bookshelf for your next read.

Loving local

We are committed to supporting local businesses and stock a range of locally made bath and beauty products as well as delicious jams, honeys, preserves and a range of craft beers and ciders all made within Hampshire and West Sussex.

Why not try a soap from Cyril's Soap Shed, an award winning handmade natural goats’ milk soap made using the raw milk from a small herd of happy goats, who live on a New Forest smallholding?

We are also pleased to now be stocking Chalkdown Wine. They are a small, independent wine producer on the Haewood Farm Estate in Hampshire. Perfect for a special event or even an end of week treat!

Second-hand bookshop at Hinton Ampner

Pick up your next page turner in the second-hand bookshop. From children's books to cookery and fiction to crime - there really is something for everyone! All books have been kindly donated by you, and every purchase supports the work we do to care for Hinton Ampner.

A selection of silk scarves, part of the 2026 spring/summer collection | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

Eating in the café

Our café is the perfect place to relax and satisfy your taste buds during your visit. Housed in one of the oldest buildings on the Hinton estate, the café was formerly the stable block, as well as the village Social Club, making it a historic hub of activity that's no different today.

There are indoor and outdoor seating areas in the café. Dogs are welcome under the Jumbrella seating area which is heated.

What’s on the menu?

Our cafe is the perfect stop on your adventures. Delicious treats and and savoury specials await and don't forget to warm up with a delicious coffee or hot chocolate.

Our brunch menu includes freshly baked pastries like cinnamon swirls, vanilla crowns and an apricot danish to complete your morning coffee break.

Our soups and one pots are homemade and change regularly, such as out chilli bean one pot - perfect for lunch time. Popular dishes are also on the menu with freshly backed sausage rolls and warming jacket potatoes with all of your favourite fillings.

Looking for something sweet? We have classic fruit scones and cheese scones, both available as sweet and savoury cream teas. If a classic slice of cake is more your style, we have a changing range available from our baked goods counter.

Out hot food is served between from 12 noon-2.30pm. There’s a range of gluten and dairy-free food available, and soya or oat milk for hot drinks. If you bring your own re-usable cup, you can take advantage of a 25p discount on your hot beverage and why not bring a water bottle to fill up for your walk.

During busy periods, we also have some smaller outlets open serving hot and cold drinks as well as light bites and ice creams.

Children's choices

For younger diners, grab a fun kids' pick and mix lunch box, full of tasty and balanced treats. Youngsters can make up their own packed lunch, choosing what they want from the range of sandwiches, drinks, fruit and snacks. Child-sized hot meals are also available every day.

Thank you

Every cuppa or tasty treat you buy helps us to continue looking after places for everyone to enjoy.

A baking tray with 8 freshly baked sausage rolls — A delicious sausage roll awaits! | © National Trust Images/William Shaw

Allergen information

Most of the food and drink served is prepared on site in our kitchen, using a wide range of ingredients. As a result, we can’t guarantee that any of our food and drink products are completely allergen free.

If you have an allergy or intolerance and would like ingredient information about the food and drink served, please ask the staff, who will be happy to help.

Always check when you visit

Visited before? We sometimes change our recipes to improve quality and flavour, including the ingredients. When you visit, please speak to one of our team to check the current allergen information for your favourite dish.

The south front at Hinton Ampner, Hampshire

Discover more at Hinton Ampner

Find out when Hinton Ampner is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.

Plan your visit

The house at Hinton Ampner

This is a house that has sprung up from the ashes. With lavish interiors and beautiful collections, you’ll go on a journey through centuries of design influences.

The fireplace in the Entrance Hall, with red armchairs and oil paintings

The garden at Hinton Ampner

Discover clipped topiary contrasting with brick walls, a Walled Garden abundant with produce and flower borders that transform throughout the seasons. There are weekly tours of the garden with our Garden Guides and our garden team. Please visit our events page for more information and dates of the tours.