Eating at Goddards

A woman eating a scone at Glendurgan Gardens — A range of refreshments are available | © National Trust Images/Chris Lacey

Enjoy a light bite or tea the terrace overlooking the garden. Peruse the second-hand book shelves in the sun room and choose a takeaway for your garden walk.

Outside dining

The tea-room has outdoor seating only, with a few tables, chairs and service in crockery available on the terrace. Alternatively there are several benches around the garden for a takeaway.

All indoor areas are closed in the house, except admissions, second-hand book room and the toilet. Kiosk opening times match the garden so you can drop in at the start or end of your visit.

The daily selection varies depending on availability of seasonal ingredients. Typically you can expect...

Home-made cakes and bakes
The latest scone of the month
A chocolate orange inspired option, or two
Toasties and sandwiches
Ice-cream and ice lollies
Hot and cold drinks

Gluten free and vegan options are available as well as oat and soya milk for hot drinks.

Please note: we are only able to accept card payments.

Remember your reuseable cup

You are more than welcome to bring your own reusable cup – you'll get 25p off your hot drink as a thank you.

Or borrow one for the day. If you're picking up a drink on arrival, ask for a resuable cup so that you can take it with you as you explore the garden. When you've finished, simply drop your cup in the cup bins provided and we'll wash and reuse them. Or better still...bring it back for another brew.

Woman and two children sat reading near garden ornaments with lavender and umbrellas behind them — Grab a book to read when relaxing in the garden | © National Trust Images / James Beck

Bring your own picnic

There are lots of great places to enjoy eating outdoors at Goddards. Bring your sandwiches and snacks with you and relax on the lawns, don't forget your picnic blanket. Take a pew on a bench around the garden, there are several secluded spots if you prefer peace and quite, head to the wild pond or tennis court area.

If you run out of your own supplies grab a drink or cake from the kiosk, or end your day with an ice cream.

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.

Thank you

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

Pick up a second-hand book

Goddards doesn't have a shop however the sun room on the terrace has been transformed into an area for second-hand books. Have a browse whilst waiting for your brew and find your next page turner.

Donations of books are also appreciated and your support helps with the ongoing care of the garden.