The Tiptree Tea Room In

Heybridge Basin

Tea Room, Terrace, Ice Cream

The Tiptree Tea Room In

Heybridge Basin

Tea Room, Terrace, Ice Cream

The Tiptree Tea Room In

Heybridge Basin

Tea Room, Terrace, Ice Cream

BIRD WATCHING AND BOATS

“The lock” at Heybridge Basin and The View at Osea on the Blackwater estuary offer
great views of birds feeding on the mud flats or yachts at high tide.

The Tiptree Tea Room in Heybridge Basin

Basin Road, Heybridge Basin CM9 4RS

Mon - Fri, 9am - 4pm
Saturday, 9am - 4.30pm
Sunday, 9am - 4.30pm

Christmas Opening Hours

Christmas Eve - 9am - 3pm
Christmas Day - 27th December - Closed
28th December - 31st December - 9am - 3pm
New Years Day - Closed
2nd January - 9.00am - 4.00pm

How can we help?

FAQ

Is the Tiptree Tea Room at Heybridge Basin Dog Friendly?

We welcome well behaved dogs on the outside terrace at the tea room. Unfortunately, we cannot allow dogs inside the tea room.

Do you accept groups/parties at the Tiptree Tea Room at Heybridge Basin?

Most of our Tea Rooms accept groups and parties but will depend on the numbers in the party/group as not all of the Tea Rooms have the capacity to take large numbers (please call your desired Tea Room for confirmation and availability).

We do not hire our Tea Rooms for exclusive use during opening times but bookings outside these times will be considered.

When is Afternoon Tea served?

Afternoon Tea is served from 12pm every day but please arrive an hour at least before closing time in order to enjoy the full experience.

What does Afternoon Tea consist of and how much is it?

English Afternoon Tea for Two served on a three-tier cake stand with two freshly made sandwiches of your choice, homemade fruit scones, Tiptree Little Scarlet Strawberry preserve and Rodda’s classic Cornish clotted cream. A selection of our miniature individual patisserie items to finish, with your
choice of tea or coffee.

Afternoon tea for two people costs £40 and you can upgrade with a 100ml glass of Prosecco each for an extra £10.

Can I book a table in your tea rooms?

Our tea rooms welcome a limited number of reservations, with availability varying on different days.

Please look at the tea room booking information page for details on when you can book for each tea room.

Calling us directly is the preferred booking method, please be aware that during busy breakfast and lunch periods, our staff may not be able to answer the phone immediately.

Do you sell gift vouchers?

Yes, you can purchase them here.

Or visit any of our Tea Rooms or Jam Shop.

Our partners at Pressi.co.uk offer an e-voucher.

Do you cater for dietary requirements?

The Tea Rooms offer a variety of options for different dietary requirements (e.g. Gluten free and Dairy free) but it is always preferred to call ahead to ensure they have fresh options at the time of your visit.

Please note that we can provide dietary specific items but they will not be prepared in a allergen free kitchen.

How do we know when the tea rooms are operating the times for Summer or Winter?

Our Summer opening times start on 1st March and our Winter opening times start on 1st October. Please call ahead as The Tiptree Tea Rooms may need to consider closing a bit earlier than usual, due to low foot traffic in off season. Please keep an eye on our website and social media for details. Please call ahead of your visit if you are unsure on the opening times.

Are your tea rooms open on Bank Holidays?

Here at Tiptree, we take your tea time seriously, even on Bank Holidays. You can count on all ten of our inviting tea rooms to be up and running on bank holidays, unless we explicitly mention otherwise. Your relaxation and refreshment matter to us, and we're committed to being there for you on these special days. So mark your calendar, gather your friends and family, and drop by for a serene and satisfying tea experience at our Tiptree tea rooms.

However, please note that all our tea rooms will be shut on Christmas Day. We believe in celebrating the holiday with our loved ones, just like you, and we hope you understand.

What are your serving times in the Tiptree tea rooms?

The Tiptree tea rooms serve sandwiches, toasties, scones and cakes until 30 minutes before closing. All other lunches will finish at 3pm.

What is the expiry date of my gift card?

All of the Tiptree Tea Room gift cards (excluding Pressi e-vouchers) will expire 24 months from issue. If you would like to know the specific date that your card expires please email your serial number to tiptree@trooms.com

Which tea rooms are participating in the tea room passport?

All of the Tiptree Tea Rooms are participating in the Tea Room Passport promotion. A list of the Tiptree Tea Rooms can be found on our locations page.

Contact Us

Email

TheLockTearoom@trooms.com

Phone

01621 854466

Visit us

Basin Road, Heybridge, CM9 4RS