Enjoy hot and cold drinks, lunch, snacks, and sweet treats in the museum cafe. Choose a spot in our spacious indoor seating area or picnic in the museum garden.

Delicious food and drink from our favourite independents

  • Tregothnan Tea, the first tea grown and blended in Cornwall. Served in cups or teapots.
  • Breakfast pastries from Warings, Reading’s oldest bakery.
  • Cakes, tray-bakes, and buns. Options include vegetarian, gluten free, nut free, and plant-based.
  • Hot chocolate from Mortimer Chocolate, produced here in Reading.
  • Freshly-brewed filter coffee, with coffee beans roasted by Reads of North Dorset. Served in a mug or French press.
  • A range of sandwiches, wraps, and salads.

Plan your visit

The café usually serves during museum opening times.

To check our latest hours, visit our Opening Times page.