# The Craft House & Tea Rooms, Whitchurch — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.6/5 from 751 Google reviews. Light and airy venue for coffee, snacks and sandwiches, plus afternoon tea with river views. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/hampshire/restaurants/the-craft-house-tea-rooms (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Museum # The Craft House & Tea Rooms Winchester, Hampshire [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=17817843318021052291&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Whitchurch Silk Mill](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/113339978720372276229) **In short:** The Craft House & Tea Rooms is a museum in Hampshire, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 751 Google reviews, with a 4/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places Light and airy venue for coffee, snacks and sandwiches, plus afternoon tea with river views. Summary via Google ## About The Craft House & Tea Rooms The Craft House & Tea Rooms occupies a working silk mill in Winchester, where visitors can watch silk being made and woven on operational looms. The cafe serves coffee, snacks, sandwiches and afternoon tea, with seating that overlooks the River Test and the grounds beyond. The venue is welcoming to children and holds a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [The Craft House & Tea Rooms's own website](https://whitchurchsilkmill.org.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM ## What's nearby - Gill Nethercott Centre next door - Whitchurch Library next door - Tesco Express next door - Murco Fuel Station 150m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Visitors say this working silk mill offers fascinating insights into silk making and weaving, with many enjoying seeing the looms in operation. They also highlight the lovely cafe, which serves delicious food and cakes, and the friendly, welcoming staff. Guests mention the beautiful, well-kept grounds and the relaxing experience of sitting by the River Test. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (751 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 4 out of 5 – Good **Destination** Hampshire Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1291737). [More restaurants in Hampshire](https://staycation.co.uk/hampshire/restaurants) ★ 4.6 (751 reviews) [Visit official website](https://whitchurchsilkmill.org.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01256 892065](tel:01256892065) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Hampshire **Plus Code** 9C3W6MH6+9H ### 🏨 Places to stay near Hampshire Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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