Nestled in the scenic slopes of the Malvern Hills, St Ann’s Well Café is a charming spot that marries history with culinary delight. Housed in a late 19th-century octagonal building, this tea room is not just a café; it's a journey through time where notable figures like Queen Victoria and Charles Dickens once sought refuge. Visitors rave about the welcoming ambiance and the history that envelops the café. Alastair Brown captured the essence perfectly, sharing how a delightful cup of tea and cake became the perfect reward after a long hike. The café’s vegan and vegetarian offerings, complemented by a picturesque garden with ample outdoor seating, provide a refreshing break for those exploring the hills. Beyond just delicious food, St Ann's Well serves as a community hub, hosting various events throughout the year, as highlighted by DMK. Whether you're a local or a traveler, the friendly service and quirky atmosphere make it a must-visit. With its ideal location for dog walkers and nature enthusiasts alike, St Ann’s Well Café is where great food meets great history, leaving visitors with a sense of satisfaction and connection to the past.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Does not have assistive hearing loop
No wheelchair-accessible car park
No wheelchair-accessible seating
No wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Has fireplace
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves coffee
Has free water refills
Sells prepared foods
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Historic
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Popular with tourists
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed inside
Dogs allowed outside
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Reviews For St Ann’s Well Café
Alastair Brown
May 11,2025
This is a beautiful little tea room on the walk up the Malvern Hills. You can feel the history of the building invade you as you step inside and see the spring in front of you running with the famous Malvern Water. On my visit I was satisfied with a cup of tea and some cake which was delicious and tasted all the sweeter after a 12 mile hike around the hills! Easily my new favourite tea room!
DMK
Apr 9,2025
Great cafe host to various events several times a year. We attended Tribes of Beorma which we believe runs twice a year after a highly successful launch in 2023.
Bluebell Retreat Glamping Exclusive Site Hire
Apr 9,2025
Quirky little vegan cafe up a single steep track on the side of the hills, behind Belle Vue Terrace, Great Malvern. Great spot to grab a drink & cake before heading up to The Beacon. Ideal for dog walkers.
sharon parton
Apr 6,2025
Beautiful place, lovely customer service will definitely visit again.
Uki Bear
Mar 29,2025
Today a picturesque vegan/vegetarian cafe, situated halfway up the hills. Atm it’s open Thur-Sun with lots of outdoor seatings in the garden. The cafe itself is housed in the octagonal building, which was added in the 19th century during its glory days. Back then, it was a popular retreat, where you could be treated with the ‘Cold Water Cure’, inspired by the Polish “Priessnitz Water Cure”. Briefly explained, you were drinking water, bathing, resting and walking in the hills for a minimum of 3 weeks. The retreat was well visited by the rich and famous... like Lord Tennyson, Charles Darwin, Charles Dickens, Queen Victoria and Florence Nightingale... just to mention a few. And now me, Uki Bear So it’s not only a cafe, it also brings a lot of history And not to forget the exemplary and friendly service It was a true pleasure to visit - Thank You!
Louise Phelan
Mar 18,2025
Well worth the steep walk up the hill! Cafe is lovely and the sandwiches, cake and coffee were all excellent. The setting and scenery is amazing. We visited during the well- dressing festival and there was lots going on!
Deborah Tissiman
Feb 12,2025
lovely little grotto hidden away in the hills..Cafe Food was lovely,vegan burgers and flapjack's .. quite idyllic .. it's a steep haul up,but worth it... we were pushing a pram.. ...
Jason Robinson
Feb 6,2025
Kylie was lovely and took our order promptly and patiently. We enjoyed having a selection of baked potatoes which wasn't a long wait. Perfect if you're hiking up or down the hills for a rest and a bite to eat!
Reviews For St Ann’s Well Café