The Secret Garden

Here is another great find for those of you who haven't discovered it yet -  The Secret Garden Tea Room which is hidden away nicely in Writtle Road Nursery.  I have been coming here for many years with my friends, for afternoon tea and cake.  I have also been known to pop down for breakfast as they do a great English Breakfast on a weekend.

As you will see from the pictures, the Secret Garden tearoom on Writtle Road, Chelmsford,  is quirky and has a great warmth and the gardens are perfect for a sunny day (or a rainy day - they have a rather large umbrella, which I sat under at the weekend!).  

It is truly a hidden gem and you don't even realise that you are ten minutes walk from the City centre.  They have an events programme for families, hold workshops during the week and they also have a function room with a bar that you can hire for parties.

On a cold day you can expect open fires, and a traditional tearoom atmosphere.  It is 100% country chic, with many cushions, flowers, ornaments, mirrors and soft lighting.

What I love most is however, is my nice teapot of tea, with a cute homemade tea cosy, a cake or a warm scone, my friends, and a good gossip - the perfect place to have a natter a catch-up, in your own Secret Garden.

There is also a nursery/garden centre next door, so if you fancy a wander around, they have some cute little tit-bits in the shop itself, and a great selection of outdoor plants.

So go on, check out this cosy hide-out - you won't be disappointed!