# Benenden's Community Shop And Cafe, Cranbrook — Reviews & Opening Hours > Benenden's Community Shop And Cafe — Grocery Store in Cranbrook with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.5/5 from 51 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/cranbrook/restaurants/benenden-s-community-shop-and-cafe (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Grocery Store # Benenden's Community Shop And Cafe Benenden, Cranbrook [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=5108095027256543414&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Benenden's Community Shop And Cafe](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/117277467326749241207) **In short:** Benenden's Community Shop And Cafe is a grocery store in Cranbrook, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 51 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Benenden's Community Shop And Cafe Benenden's Community Shop and Cafe combines a grocery store with a small cafe. The shop stocks local produce and everyday staples, while the cafe serves coffee, pastries and hot food. Food hygiene standards are rated at the highest level. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Benenden's Community Shop And Cafe's own website](https://www.benendens.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Tuesday** 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM ## What's nearby - Benenden Pre-School next door - The Bull at Benenden 300m away - St George's Church, Benenden 350m away - Benenden Village Hall 350m away - Apple Pie Farm 450m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google People say this cafe offers delicious coffee, pastries, and hot food, alongside a well-stocked community shop with local produce and staples. They also highlight the warm, friendly atmosphere and the staff's helpfulness. Guests mention the team goes above and beyond, making occasions feel special. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (51 reviews) **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Cranbrook Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1583815). [More restaurants in Cranbrook](https://staycation.co.uk/cranbrook/restaurants) ★ 4.5 (51 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.benendens.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01580 279808](tel:01580279808) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Cranbrook **Plus Code** 9F323H9H+46 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Cranbrook Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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