# Birchwood cafe, Penrith — Reviews & Opening Hours > Birchwood cafe — Cafe in Penrith with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.8/5 from 98 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/penrith/restaurants/birchwood-cafe (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Cafe # Birchwood cafe Shap, Penrith [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=11808029982117796071&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Birchwood cafe](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/113054848260951335132) **In short:** Birchwood cafe is a cafe in Penrith, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 98 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Birchwood cafe Birchwood is a cafe on Main Street in Shap, near Penrith. It serves homemade food including breakfasts, pies and cakes, with coffee available. The cafe holds a five-star food hygiene rating. The venue takes bookings and caters well to families with children, offering high chairs and facilities including nappies and wipes. Restrooms are noted as spotless. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Birchwood cafe's own website](http://www.birchwoodcafeshap.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Wednesday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Thursday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Friday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Sunday** Closed ## What's nearby - Pikku Pottery next door - Shap C Of E Primary School next door - Shap Chippy 150m away - Crown Inn Shap 150m away - Lakes & Dales Coop Shap 150m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this cafe's delicious, homemade food, including hearty breakfasts, tasty pies, and excellent cakes, along with great coffee. They also highlight the friendly and welcoming staff, who provide attentive service even during busy periods. Guests mention the spotless restrooms, high chairs, and convenient amenities like nappies and wipes. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.8 / 5 (98 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Penrith Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1208113). [More restaurants in Penrith](https://staycation.co.uk/penrith/restaurants) ★ 4.8 (98 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](http://www.birchwoodcafeshap.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01931 749033](tel:01931749033) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Penrith **Plus Code** 9C6VG8JF+64 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Penrith 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%3DPenrith%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/penrith/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/penrith/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Birchwood cafe? Birchwood cafe is open Mon closed; Tue–Sat 9am–4pm; Sun closed (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Birchwood cafe any good? Birchwood cafe is rated 4.8 out of 5 from 98 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is Birchwood cafe good for children? Yes, Birchwood cafe is listed as good for children. ### Can you book a table at Birchwood cafe? Yes, Birchwood cafe takes reservations. ### How do I contact Birchwood cafe? 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