Vauxhall's secret tea room

Despite the fact that I have been living in Vauxhall for the past 10 months, I have only just discovered The Tea House Theatre. Somewhat off that beaten track and unknown to the tourist, this quirky tea room is located on the edge of Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens and is open every day 8am - 6pm.

The interior is cosy with a variety of comfy sofas and individual fabric covered seats. Mis-matched wooden tables and chairs make up the dining area. There are shelves stacked with novels and towers of board games inviting customers to stay a while, rather than grab a quick drink and go. And with classical music playing in the background there's a very relaxed atmosphere.

Customers have a variety of teas to choose from and the the extensive menu takes some time to read. You can choose from traditional English breakfast tea to gunpowder tea, fruit teas to Chinese. When I visited with a friend, we chose the Sri Lankan Ceylon tea for two - a pot of tea for two costs £6.00, and it comes with its very own tea cosy!

If your making the most of it tuck into one of the incredible homemade cakes which are dotted around the tea rooms on tables rather than at a counter. Our slice of chocolate gateau was priced at £4.50 a slice. Hot food is also available for breakfast lunch and dinner.

The relaxed atmosphere at this tea room is perfect for a Sunday afternoon catch up with a friend. The Tea House Theatre also offers private hire, as well as hosting a film club and theatre performances. Click here to find out more.