# Periwinkle Cottage, Minehead — Reviews & Opening Hours

> Periwinkle Cottage — Tea House in Minehead with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.7/5 from 813 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions.

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Tea House 🐾 Dogs Welcome

# Periwinkle Cottage

Minehead, Somerset

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=7455838222539929232&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [Diane Andrews](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/108949795306445873855)

**In short:** Periwinkle Cottage is a tea house in Somerset, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 813 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome.

Details checked 5 September 2026 · source: Google Places

## About Periwinkle Cottage

Periwinkle Cottage occupies a thatched cottage on Selworthy Green with views across the gardens. The menu centres on cream teas, with homemade scones, local jams, cakes and savoury dishes. Dogs are welcome.

The tea room holds a Food Hygiene Rating of 5 out of 5.

## Menu & facilities

For the current menu and prices, see [Periwinkle Cottage's own website](https://periwinkletearooms.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu).

## Opening hours

**Monday** 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

**Tuesday** 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

**Wednesday** 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

**Thursday** 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

**Friday** 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

**Saturday** 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

**Sunday** 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

## What's nearby

- Bury Castle 450m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

People say this tea room offers delicious cream teas with warm, homemade scones and a good selection of local jams, alongside other tasty homemade cakes and savory options. They also highlight the beautiful setting in a thatched cottage with stunning views and gardens, and appreciate the friendly, attentive staff. Visitors mention the reasonable prices, spotless restrooms, and dog-friendly atmosphere.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (813 reviews)

**Dogs allowed** Yes

**Booking required** No

**Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good

**Destination** Somerset

Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1807863).

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★ 4.7 (813 reviews)

[Visit official website](https://periwinkletearooms.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant)

[01643 863030](tel:01643863030)

(please mention staycation.co.uk when calling)

### Quick Facts

**Destination** Somerset

**Plus Code** 9C3R6F62+3F

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Periwinkle Cottage?

Periwinkle Cottage is open Mon–Sun 11am–4pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Periwinkle Cottage any good?

Periwinkle Cottage is rated 4.7 out of 5 from 813 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5.

### Is Periwinkle Cottage dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at Periwinkle Cottage.

### Can you book a table at Periwinkle Cottage?

Periwinkle Cottage does not take reservations, so it is walk-in only.

### How do I contact Periwinkle Cottage?

Call Periwinkle Cottage on +44 1643 863030.

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