# Southwater Country Park Cafe, Horsham — Reviews & Opening Hours > Southwater Country Park Cafe — Cafe in Horsham with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.2/5 from 294 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/horsham/restaurants/southwater-country-park-cafe (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Cafe # Southwater Country Park Cafe Cripplegate Lane Southwater, Horsham [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=8883678722144570260&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Southwater Country Park Cafe](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/106582363083520236489) **In short:** Southwater Country Park Cafe is a cafe in Horsham, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 294 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Southwater Country Park Cafe Southwater Country Park Cafe sits within the country park at Cripplegate Lane, Southwater. The cafe offers hot and cold food alongside ice cream. It holds a five-star food hygiene rating and is equipped for children and groups. Staff are noted for friendliness. Service can be variable, and reviewers have mentioned inattentiveness at times. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Southwater Country Park Cafe's own website](https://www.horsham.gov.uk/parks-and-countryside/southwater-country-park/southwater-cafe-and-visitor-centre?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM ## What's nearby - Southwater Country Park next door - Southwater Watersports next door - Southwater Country Park Lake 150m away - Southwater Skate Park 350m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google People say this cafe offers a good selection of tasty hot and cold food, including ice cream, and provides water sports like paddle boarding. They also highlight the friendly and helpful staff, and the great atmosphere. Some reviews mention the service can be inattentive. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.2 / 5 (294 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** No **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Horsham Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/158591). [More restaurants in Horsham](https://staycation.co.uk/horsham/restaurants) ★ 4.2 (294 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £1 – £10 [Visit official website](https://www.horsham.gov.uk/parks-and-countryside/southwater-country-park/southwater-cafe-and-visitor-centre?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01403 734607](tel:01403734607) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Horsham **Plus Code** 9C3X2MC3+2G ### 🏨 Places to stay near Horsham Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DHorsham%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/horsham/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/horsham/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Southwater Country Park Cafe? Southwater Country Park Cafe is open Mon–Sun 10am–4:30pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Southwater Country Park Cafe any good? Southwater Country Park Cafe is rated 4.2 out of 5 from 294 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is Southwater Country Park Cafe good for children? Yes, Southwater Country Park Cafe is listed as good for children. ### Can you book a table at Southwater Country Park Cafe? Southwater Country Park Cafe does not take reservations, so it is walk-in only. ### How do I contact Southwater Country Park Cafe? 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