In the summer of 2013, The Orangery was established, serving the highest quality teas and coffees alongside fresh, locally sourced food.
The spectacular Orangery, designed in 1777 by Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown, houses delicate plants of many kinds, including one of the oldest camellias in the country. The Orangery is open to the public, and residential guests are welcome to use it at any point during their stay.
The Orangery is open Tuesday – Sunday 10:30 am – 4 pm. The kitchen closes at 3.30 pm. (Serving light refreshments and drinks until 4 pm.)
Due to events, the site will be closed on the following dates:
2025
Saturday 3rd – Monday 5th of May (Opening Tuesday the 6th of May)
Friday 23rd – Monday 26th May (Opening Tuesday the 27th of May)
Saturday 19th July – Monday 11th August (Opening Tuesday the 12th of August)
Saturday 22nd November (Opening Sunday the 23rd of November)
Tuesday 23rd – Thursday 1st Jan (Christmas closure) (Opening Friday the 2nd of January 2026)
We have a range of sandwiches & paninis, soup and daily specials at lunchtime, cakes and snacks, hot and cold drinks. It is counter service with items served at your table.
We expect to be busy during the summer and sunny days. We have outdoor seating available, and food and drink for outside consumption may be served in disposable packaging.
Our delicious Afternoon Tea includes a selection of sandwiches, fruit or plain scones served with clotted cream and jam, two small cakes and a pot of tea or filtered coffee.
£16 per person (minimum two people.)
Booking Terms
Bookings are taken September to June (subject to availability). We do not take afternoon tea bookings in July and August.
Advanced booking is required. We can take bookings from 12.30pm to 3.00pm Wednesday to Sunday. Please call 01424 894217 or email bookings@ashburnham.org.uk to check table availability. A deposit of £5 per person will be required to confirm your booking. We only take bookings for afternoon teas. If you wish to order from the regular menu you are welcome just to turn up on the day.
Please advise us of any dietary needs at the time of booking. We have a different menu in December with a Festive Afternoon Tea and in March with Mother’s Day Weekend Afternoon Tea. Please contact us for menus and prices
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From the Garden
The Kitchen Garden serves as a sustainable food source for the Ashburnham Place community and its guests. Our gardeners work to cultivate a variety of vegetables, herbs, and fruits, ensuring the freshest ingredients for our dishes.
To the Kitchen
Delight in the flavours of fresh produce that journey from our Kitchen Garden directly to your table. Our commitment to using homegrown ingredients means that each meal is not only delicious but also supports sustainability and eco-friendly practices.
From the Ashburnham Bakehouse
Enjoy the taste of freshly baked sourdough bread from the Ashburnham Bakehouse. Our baker uses traditional methods and high-quality ingredients to create cakes and breads that is both wholesome and flavourful.
Once on site follow signs for the Orangery car park. After parking, continue on foot, following the signs up towards the Orangery.
Disabled parking is available on the front terrace.
You are welcome to walk around Broad Water Lake whilst you are here. Other lake walks are open to our residential guests. Why not book a stay with us?
There’s more to see
Get away and stay in one of our comfortable guest rooms. During our meeting times, you can find time to walk, reflect, or join the community.
Our dining experience is set across four unique spaces, from the historic, beautifully panelled Oak Dining Room to the modern comforts of our Courtyard Dining Room.
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Ashburnham Christian Trust
Ashburnham Place
Battle
East Sussex
TN33 9NF
United Kingdom
General enquiries & Individual accommodation bookings
Tuesday – Friday: 9.00am – 4.30pm
Saturday – Sunday: 9.00am – 3.00pm
Tel: 01424 894201
Orangery Enquiries & Afternoon Tea Bookings
Tuesday – Friday: 11.00am – 4.30pm
Saturday – Sunday: 11.00am – 3.00pm
Tel: 01424 894217
Group bookings
Tuesday – Friday: 9.00am – 4.30pm
Tel: 01424 894238
Tel: 01424 894205
Tel: 01424 894207
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