We are a cosy, country but quirky style cafe in the heart of the New Forest; come and treat yourself to a big tempting slice of cake, a fresh homemade scone or a thick, delicious milkshake made with ice cream! We bake our scones daily, make all our cakes by hand and offer good, home cooked food using quality and local produce.

We offer an array of delicious ground coffees made by skilled baristas, from the perfect flat white to an iced latte, we can make your coffee just the way you like it. Why not treat yourself to one of our Afternoon Teas? All our teas include an individual pot for one served in our pretty, colourful mini china teapots.

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Lisa Oliver

Jan 25, 2022

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Went here on a recommendation and was certainly not disappointed... The garden tea was amazing. Probably the best coffee and walnut cake I have ever had....staff super friendly. As were the locals in there.

Michelle Simmonds

Nov 13, 2021

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As always, the best cafe in Lyndhurst! We love it here because the staff are so welcoming and friendly, the owner is non pretentious and actually comes to chat to the guests, as well as mucking in in the kitchen, the cafe is dog friendly (the staff will gladly bring your pooch a bowl of water) and the food is consistently fresh and cooked to perfection.
We always make a bee line for Peggy May's when in Lyndhurst and are never disappointed 🙂

Carina Humberstone

Sep 08, 2021

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I chose this cafe based on the reviews (highest score in Lyndhurst) and felt I needed to add mine. The service was fast and friendly. The milkshake was lovely but the food was average. The Ploughman's had one piece of ham folded which made it look more than it was. It would have been better with more ham, more cheese and some butter for the bread. My sandwich was fine but nothing exceptional.
So, a nice cafe with good service but possibly no better than the other cafes in the town.

Simandeep Ghattaura

Aug 30, 2021

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This cafe has great selection of cakes (definitely try the chocolate cake) and drinks. Unlike most cafes, they offered alternatives to cow's milk for their milkshakes. Finally the staff were extremely friendly and efficient with their service. Would highly recommend :)

Donna Dewberry

Aug 28, 2021

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Wonderful little cafe, lovely staff, before Ive even finished the high tea I've felt the need to post a review. Literally the best scone I've ever tasted. Highly recommended

David Jackson

Jul 21, 2021

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A really lovely place with staff that make you feel welcome. Always have afternoon tea here when we visit, with a very warm welcome and exceptional homemade scones. They do hot food as well and are dog friendly, offering a water bowl for your beloved pet. DON'T VISIT LYNDHURST WITHOUT PAYING THESE A VISIT TOO.

Steve Godfrey

Jun 07, 2021

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Love this cafe in Lyndhurst. There are many and I'm sure others are good too, but Peggy May's staff are so friendly and happy. The manager is a lovely friendly guy and the service and food are both excellent. If you like coffee - theirs is wonderful and smooth with a lovely taste 😊 the breakfast menu is great too and you can be flexible with what you want. Definitely recommend a visit

India Ferard

Sep 17, 2020

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Fantastic cafe with delicious homemade food and very friendly staff. The sandwiches are just incredible in very thick cut bread, lovely big chips and I had a delicious slice of cake too. All the cakes looked lovely but I can highly recommend the blueberry and white chocolate!

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