Discover more at Penrose
Discover things to see & do in the countryside at Penrose, including cycling the multi-use trails, walking through the woodland or joining a volunteer-led social walk.
Eating & shopping at Penrose
- Published:
- 13 March 2024
Find out where you can enjoy a hot drink or tasty treat while exploring at Penrose, whether you’re looking to grab a coffee on the go, take in a light lunch or find a bargain from the second-hand bookshop.
The Stables Cafe
After exploring the miles the footpaths and multiuse trails, you can refuel & enjoy a well-earned rest at The Stables café situated at the heart of Penrose. The café offers sandwiches, hot toasties, hot & cold drinks, cakes & ice cream which you can enjoy in the new indoor seating area, the picnic benches crafted from recycled milk bottles in the courtyard, or in the sanctuary of walled garden behind the café
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.
Second-hand books
A recent addition to Penrose is the second-hand book nook, located at the inside café seating area.
The bookshop is stocked with a variety of pre-loved fiction and non-fiction books, including children’s collections, cookery, gardening and biographies. When you purchase a book, you help us raise funds for the ongoing care of the walled garden behind the café.
Limited storage means we can only accept small quantities but donations of quality books, especially paperback fiction & children’s books are most welcome. Please call ahead on 01326 222170 or email penrose@nationaltrust.org.uk if you have books you would like to donate.
