# Ducking Stool Tea Room, Christchurch — Reviews & Opening Hours > Ducking Stool Tea Room — Cafe in Christchurch with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.6/5 from 306 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/christchurch/restaurants/ducking-stool-tea-room (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Cafe # Ducking Stool Tea Room Ducking Stool Lane, Christchurch [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=16858236971678773956&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Ducking Stool Tea Room](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/101303009411716706554) **In short:** Ducking Stool Tea Room is a cafe in Christchurch, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 306 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Ducking Stool Tea Room Ducking Stool Tea Room sits on Ducking Stool Lane in Christchurch. The cafe serves milkshakes and cakes, and holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. The venue accommodates children and groups. It has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM ### Brunch hours **Monday** 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM **Tuesday** Closed **Wednesday** 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM **Thursday** 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM **Friday** 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM **Saturday** 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM **Sunday** 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM ## What's nearby - Ye Olde George Christchurch next door - Norman House 100m away - The Regent 150m away - Christchurch Priory 250m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google People say this cafe offers a good selection of delicious, thick milkshakes and cakes. They also highlight the welcoming and comfortable atmosphere, along with the friendly and helpful staff. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (306 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** No **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Christchurch Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1353398). [More restaurants in Christchurch](https://staycation.co.uk/christchurch/restaurants) ★ 4.6 (306 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £1 – £10 [01202 929091](tel:01202929091) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Christchurch **Plus Code** 9C2WP6MF+RV ### 🏨 Places to stay near Christchurch Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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