The Best Cafes in Aldern Bridge, Hampshire, United Kingdom (2025)

I always say, there is nothing better than a small business. They are just way better than any chain of shops or restaurants out there. They just are. We started visiting Rufus Independent Coffee House in Newbury and we are so happy about it. The place it is so nice and relaxing, the music is nice and just perfect sound, playing in the background. Not too loud, but you can still enjoy it, just perfect. Nice coffee, nice teas and a nice selection of crisps. The staff is super friendly and helpful! And now let me tell you about my favourites! The Chocolate Fudge Cake, it is unbelievably GOOD. It is not your normal chocolate fudge cake, it is especially made by someone, have no idea who for sure is a master in making cakes :))) And the pastries, oh my goodness, just so, so, so good. If you enjoy quality and a relaxing place, you have to visit this place, it is a must! Rufus is now one of my favourite places in Newbury and they are not that many.

Today, I visited Rufus Independent Coffee House and I was thoroughly impressed by the rock theme and overall ambiance of the place. The owner and his staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, making me feel right at home from the moment I walked in. One thing that really stood out to me during my visit was how they celebrating the King's Coronation this weekend. They paid tribute to the King of Rock & Roll, Mr. Elvis Presley, by creating a special menu just for the occasion. I had the pleasure of trying "The Elvis" sandwich from this special menu, and I have to say that it was not for the faint of heart. Packed with flavour, it was a true feast for the senses and what a way to celebrate the Coronation. “The was the King’s favorite snack. It goes without saying that it didn’t do him a whole of the good but as an occasional treat…? This is what you get…” Overall, I was impressed by the creativity and attention to detail shown by the Rufus Independent Coffee House team. It was a unique and enjoyable experience that I won't forget anytime soon.

Went here on a recommendation as I don’t usually come to this part of the town centre. I would definitely recommend a visit. Coffee was probably the best I’ve had in Newbury. There was also a nice selection of cakes on offer. There was a nice atmosphere in the cafe too, neither noisy or library quiet. Will 100% be coming again.

Only just found this place been back twice already for the 'Cronuts' - dulce de leche were the best ever ! Really friendly team - and great decor - posters and photo books take me back to my youth !! You can request the jukebox tunes too ! 😋

Fantastic independent coffee shop in centre of Newbury. Great selection of cakes and the cappuccino was top notch. They even supply you with a glass of water with coffee as they do in Europe. The staff were kind and efficient & there was seating outside allowing you to watch the world go by.

Hands down the nicest place for coffee in Newbury. Cosy and super dog friendly - dog treats and blankets provided free of charge! I always recommend this as a good spot to dog owners. Coffee and pastries are delicious and the owners, Chris and Freya, are absolutely lovely. As previous reviews have stated, there isn’t a customer loo but I’ve never found this a problem given the coffee shop is conveniently situated in the town centre, with access to many loos. Always worth a visit, especially if you’ve got a puppy in tow!

Easily the best coffee in Newbury! My husband and I made it our new weekly tradition to have Milk and bean Fridays! We go every week and no coffee compares! Chris and Freya are always so welcoming and it’s like supporting friends! Dog friendly as well so what’s not to love! The pastries are also delicious!

The best coffee shop in Newbury, hands down. The pastries are next level, the coffee is really excellent, and the team are so lovely. Going there for a morning coffee and pastry is one of the highlights of my week.

A few days ago, walking around the area, The Barn at Friends Barn caught my attention. Today being my partner’s birthday, it was the perfect day to treat him and discover the hidden treasure that this place is, and just a few minutes away from home. We just had excellent lattes with 2 delicious cakes, mine was a raspberry and quince one, their vegan option today, it was a real delight. We couldn't resist leaving the place without try one of their salty options, then we enjoyed another excellent lattes & a shared cheese bun accompanied by a homemade onion & apple chutney that gave it a very special touch. All this in a room surrounded by works of painting art, artisan products and in a family, cozy, quiet and unbeatable atmosphere. It’s definitely a hidden treasure. Thank you very much! Rosana & Ian

Wonderful little find! Fantastic coffee, amazing cake and lovely owners. We really enjoyed the atmosphere, the surroundings, the artwork and the homemade, delicious treats. Thank you.

Definitely my go to place, for the absolutely best choice of real homemade cakes and buns coffee and teas. Friendly and welcoming. A real treasure of a place surrounded by artwork which can be purchased.

Just an absolutely perfect place. Beautiful family run business. Coffee is fabulous, cakes are amazing and they sell beautiful gifts too. Our 'go to' place.

Nice discovery after recommendation by friends. Lovely location on a farm in the Hampshire countryside. Tasty cup of takeaway Sumatran coffee. Will return to try out the country walks signposted around

Popped into Moon Roast yesterday to pick some bits up and honestly, I think it’s the best customer service I’ve ever had. They were so knowledgeable and helpful with recommending what type of coffee to get, they wrapped everything up beautifully for me and was just a fantastic vibe and experience. Thanks guys x

I had a velvetiser from a famous company for Christmas, and fell in love with their white chocolate. However it worked out at nearly £1.50 a cup !! I searched on line and found moon roast white hot chocolate flakes. Wow, it is absolutely delicious, so tasty and works really well in my Velvetiser. It works out at 56p a cup. I will be buying from Moon roast every time 🙂🙂♥️

The Yard at Moon Roast is an idyllic spot to have a coffee or light meal outside on a Summers day. Plenty of tables inside too. Nice staff and a Hampshire farm hipster feel, the house-roasted coffee is wonderful, and the cakes delicious. I had smoked trout on toast … delicious. Really cycle friendly. A very special place.

Lovely place by the canal, with picturesque views and aesthetic interior. The tea sevice is delicious and well worth it. Sweet, but sometimes you want that! Makes a good chai too.

My favourite place in Newbury to have a relaxing cup of tea by the canal. Particularly if the sun is out. Breakfast is fabulous too. Everything cooked fresh to order. Lovely staff too. Can’t recommend highly enough.

Lovely little cafe overlooking the canal. Food was nice - savory dishes were a nice size and tasty. Cakes were nice looking, but sadly a few were a bit dry. Service was very good, very friendly staff. Would happily return, and look forward to it. Paid car park right next door.

We found this place by chance when trying to get somewhere that met half way between our friend group. What a great find! We had lots of dietary requirements for our afternoon tea and they were really accommodating. Lovely atmosphere and staff were so friendly and helpful. Would definitely come back again ☺️

We take our 2 y/o granddaughter to the play cafe at Arlebury Cafe once a week. A safe and well run play cafe with a great selection of play equipment. Booking ahead online means that there is no overcrowding and I've seen people be politely turned away if they've arrived with a child without a booking. Good selection of food for the children and the adults. Great staff. Parents and grandparents are all friendly and personable. There's a lift for the prams. Parking free for 2 hours, just press green on the machine.

Friendly staff, my wife and I had a full English Breakfast after a very nice cup of cappuccino. Great views of the countryside and football field.

Such a lovely spot for parents and young kiddies. Their soft play is so reasonably priced and ideal for kids to play while adults enjoy a coffee. The staff are super friendly and their sweet treats and savoury bakes are delicious too! Love meeting friends here with my little one.

This place is great! Very welcoming and comfortable. The little shop is a nice touch too. The drinks and food are very reasonable and extremely tasty too. And the staff are better!!

First visit here for years, and it was fab! Sat outside and we both had a breakfast bap and hot drink 😋 Only complaint, and it's a minor one, was the gravel path through the garden, very difficult if, like us, you need wheelchair access 😉

Great place to stop after a casual stroll down the canal admiring the narrow boats. Good choice of food inc. panini, sandwiches, hot and cold drinks and ice creams (inc. for dogs)…. All reasonable priced.

This is the first time that we have visited the Aldermaston Tea Rooms, and we enjoyed the food and the tea. We had egg mayo sandwiches on white bread, and the bread was very light. We then had a Cream Tea. The scones were very nice and light with plenty of cream and jam with a pot of tea for two and i hink we had 4 cups each out of the pot and the cost for this was £24 which we believed to be very reasonable. I can imagine that the tea rooms get very busy when the weather gets better but saying that it was busy today. There is a small carpark available which is free but there is a sign asking for a donation to the Kennet and Avon canal trust

My partner and I had the pleasure of enjoying a delightful afternoon tea here today. The staff were attentive, and the desserts were truly delightful. We had booked our visit a day in advance, and I was pleased to find that my gluten-free dietary requirement was perfectly catered to, which made the experience even more enjoyable. As an avid afternoon tea enthusiast and blogger, I frequently visit new places and love finding cozy spots with lovely settings. I also collect teapots, and while the afternoon tea was enjoyable, I did feel that the teapot selection could be matching. A more traditional, matching set would enhance the overall ambiance and add a charming touch to the experience. But hey, Im just particular like that :) That said, it was a delightful afternoon tea in a beautiful setting, and I would certainly recommend it.

Went for coffee a few weeks ago and saw someone collecting a platter of sandwiches. Used the Coffee Shop today for a working lunch and it was absolutely delicious ... described as the best buffet ever by my colleagues! Great selection and freshly made. Would highly recommend.

Great atmosphere on a summer's day, friendly staff and quick service. The coffee was delicious, as was the breakfast. Will definitely return soon!

Halloween afternoon tea for the children. Very popular at lunchtime. All food served was to a good standard. Very pleasant service.

Lovely Tea Room with a lovely view. Staff were cheerful, the place was very clean, the food was delicious. It has a lovely big garden for summer visits and big windows to look out on a great view for the winter. Reasonable prices too.

We have been a few times before so I desided to book an afternoon tea for 4 to celebrate our friends 40th birthday and it was perfect. The food was amazing as always and the staff are always friendly and helpful. Thank you for letting us decorate the table with a balloon and table decoration, she had a lovely day.

A definite must if you in the local area. Loads of parking in an ideal location. Nice menu with lots of choice. I opted for the egg mayo with a little salad. Great coffee. Thank you

Nice place for a coffee and some small food. Personally I miss some healthier options. A kind feedback is to improve the time coffee and food take to be in customers hand. Also, the order comes in parts, would be good to come altogether so everyone could eat together. Sunday is usually busy and the waiting time could be way longer.

Excellent coffee, amazing cookies, very friendly staff. Great atmosphere, nice cars. Podium Sim longe is great fun for kids and adults 😍 definitely will come back

Delightful staff, lively atmosphere with a brilliant automotive environment which is perfect to petrolheads. Paired with incredible coffee and delicious food, this place is brilliant. I come here with my laptop regularly and I'm delighted every time. One small thing I should note is that takeaway drinks are clearly a lower priority than customers dining in, which is very nice if you're dining-in, but can take quite a while if you're having take-away. That said, the team are really friendly, and I can't do the coffee justice with words!