After weeks of anticipation, the votes have finally been counted and our whole team are very excited to announce some fantastic news. On Monday, Shendish Manor hosted the Hertfordshire Food and Drink Awards ceremony, and a chorus of cheers filled the room as the Brewery Tea Room was awarded first place in the category of Best Independent Tea/Coffee Shop. The winners have been chosen wholly on votes from members of the public, and with thirty seven other nominations in this category and fierce competition across the whole of Hertfordshire, we are so very proud and humbled by your support.

As you might expect, there has been much celebration here, the champagne cork has been popped and we have all toasted to this great accolade. The messages of encouragement and congratulations from you, our community of customers and friends, are what makes the Tea Room the phenomenal success that it is, as recognised by this prestigious award. We are honoured to be a part of Walkern’s village life and thrilled that our customers come from near and far to share in the Tea Room’s magic.

We are truly delighted to have won and want to thank everyone that took the trouble to vote for us, it means a lot. It is a lovely boost for the Tea Room Team to know that all their hard work is recognised, and suggests that you enjoy visiting us as much as we enjoy serving you!

Please come in soon and see our lovely winners’ plaque – we couldn’t have done it without you.