Reviews

  Right..on the sett valley trail between New Mills and Hayfield you find this little treasure.Before the crazy times of lockdown this cafe proved to be an absolute gem...and guess what,it... read more still is! The staff have pulled out all the stops to keep it going and,despite no sitting inside ,there’s specials,cakes,ice cream and great coffee..I love this place..

  We came across this little gem a number of years ago and promised we would stop by one day. Since our first visit we have returned many times.

The... read more food is outstanding, excellent quality and always fresh. A very good selection for vegetarians and vegans. The cakes are superb, homemade and delicious.

The staff are warm, welcoming and attentive.

It’s miraculous what this dedicated staff can do in such a tiny space, if you are in the Sett Valley make a stop here, you won’t regret it.

  We go here on a regular basis fully recommend for the most delicious cakes and food very good hot chocolate too and very dog friendly

  This is our go to place for a lovely relaxing weekend brunch/lunch/early afternoon snack. Cute little cafe with great selection of specials and interesting breakfast options (shatshuka- Tunisian tomato based... read more dish with poached eggs- yummy!) plus all the normal sandwich/paninis but with the addition of homemade coleslaw. Locally blended coffee, locally sourced eggs, locally sourced ice cream, locally sourced meat, freshly baked cakes (some made in house and some purchased from a cake maker locally)... Plenty of gravy bones for your canine friends- dogs are made very welcome by the Owner.
Busy around typical lunch periods so to avoid the rush go a bit earlier or a bit later.
The new management have really turned around this little cafe. 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  Stopped here mid-cycle on a crisp day. A lovely bowl of soup, sausage roll and cake later we were very well fuelled!
Very reasonable priced with friendly staff.
Great... read more setting - would definitely recommend

  When we bought our new house, we were delighted to find ourselves 5minutes walk from this fabulous cafe. Jo uses coffee from Peak Bean (the local roastery), bacon & sausage... read more from Kemp's butchers in Hayfield and always gives her local suppliers a nod on her menus. Her specials are excellent and her massive breakfast menu - which is served all day - has something for meaties, vegetarians & vegans.
Cakes are stupendously super. I always buy extra to take home!

  Great Breakfast - We stopped here while walking the Sett Valley Trail and enjoyed a great breakfast. They serve a good full English (Rambler) as well as vegetarian options, and are dog friendly.... read more It is well known for good food judging by the walkers and workmen visiting.

  The best cafe for miles around - Truly the best cafe around. Jo (owner) really cares about good food so everything they make is delicious. They think of the small details that makes a cafe brilliant. Really... read more friendly and a lovely place to stop for a cake and a brew. And toast, I really love the toast. Oh, and the pies. And the hot chocolate. I could go on...

  We come here A LOT.. and it never fails to deliver the most delicious food. Today I ordered one of their picnic baskets for a birthday surprise and it is... read more an astounding hamper- it will literally feed us for days! All homemade delights inside- chilli jam, fig jam, balsamic caramelised onions, cakes, fresh bread, delicious sandwiches, sweets, cheeses, pastries, cheese twirls, olives, sundried tomatoes, homemade delicious tiramisu... and if you can, order a bottle of prosecco- The owner has very good taste in drinks!
Delicious delicious delicious..

  We have visited this lovely, friendly cafe as a couple, with friends, with family and with children. Each time we visit we are met with friendly faces and staff are... read more very accommodating of any special requirements. Children are made to feel very welcome and there is a really enticing menu of delicious hot chocolates and seasonal drinks with sprinkles and toppings for big and litte ones! There is a great choice for vegetarians and vegans as well as meat eaters and dogs are very welcome with dog treats on offer. The menu changes seasonally and the specials on offer add nice variety for regular visitors. An absolute must visit!

  Wonderful sausage roll and salad from the specials menu. Good coffee and friendly professional service.

  If you'd like an overpriced plate full of attitude then this is the place for you, was actually berated by a rude, nasty, stressed out waitress/owner for having the audacity... read more to stand within the doorway whilst attempting to spend my hard earned money in here. We subsequently upped sticks and left as I had no intention of spending anything with these people. A zero for customer service skills, in fact a rattle snake has more charm. A nice walk ruined, if like me you prefer a friendlier service then do yourself a favour and continue walking into Hayfield and try the lovely tea room/chocolatier as you cross the road. Really poor and disappointing as we have been in the past but we will never visit again.

  We have visited several times since August which was then our first time.

Lovely, friendly staff that serves excellent, locally sourced food & drinks. Wide & varied menu... read more to suit each palate, also a delightful range of homemade cakes along with locally sourced ice cream. Plenty of outdoor seating & a few tables inside, dog friendly & a spotless toilet facility. Love the doggy pictures & birdsong playing in the toilet.

So glad we have found this cafe a great little gem & you can get a mug of Yorkshire tea & listen to Radio 2 in the background....what’s not to like, keep up the excellent work.

  Absolutely love this cafe!!
Started coming here on my walk with my baby and it’s such a treat!
The staff are very friendly and the food is always... read more delicious!
Love that they always accommodate what you have asked for (if it’s its to add a sausage to the veggie breakfast)
Can’t wait for my next visit!!

  This is a wonderful little gem. Partway down the Sett Valley Trail, just what you need. Lovely friendly staff, fantastic food. Keep smiling

  I love this cafe - This is such a fantastic cafe. The staff are friendly, the food fantastic and it's such a sweet little place. It's so nice seeing people of all ages, cyclists, hikers,... read more families, dogs enjoying a visit. The coffee is superb too.

  Great food, great team, great times. - We had two Halloumi, Avo, chutney sandwiches to take away. We got two boxes of love made up of the sandwiches, home-made coleslaw and tortilla chips. I was so happy.... read more Staff are so welcoming and friendly. It was an entirely positive experience 🙂

  Fantastic food. Lovely, friendly people.
A fantastic little cafe.
Dog friendly too.
Just what you need when you’re out for a walk.
Highly recommended.

  We called in one Sunday afternoon whilst out with the dog. Very busy but an excellent setup with complying to Covid-19 regulations.

We had a cup of tea each... read more and a coconut & jam slice which went down a treat.

All the staff are friendly & work very hard, such a lovely place to visit, fantastic home-made food & very dog friendly.

Definitely one of our favourite cafes. Give it a try you will not be disappointed.

  Twice experienced inconsiderate attitudes from staff at this cafe. I came from what was supposed to be a treat in tears and won’t be going back.

  This lovely little cafe is just off the Sett Valley trail . The food was delicious.The ladies were very pleasant and it was altogether a very nice experience

  Really cute little cafe. All staff were very friendly. It was tiny so I hope they get enough funds to expand as they could take off well. They had nice... read more food quickly made fresh as well. Liked it a lot

  We called in here last Monday whilst walking the Sett Valley Trail from Hayfield to New Mills. At the half way stage (about one and a half miles) we came... read more across this welcome café stop. We had our little dog with us and he was made very welcome.
For a start, the café LOOKS wonderful with its al fresco eating area (although we noted 'awnings' in case of inclement weather).
Food was excellent - I opted for something 'different' - the Middle Eastern Breakfast plus cake and coffee. My wife and I both enjoyed the food, added to the relaxing ambience of the venue and very friendly staff.
The café seems to be very popular with cyclists, walkers, seniors taking a lunchtime ride out. Highly recommended. I also recommend a visit to the toilet (!) - this is also not to be missed!

  We stopped off for lunch whilst walking the Sett Valley Trail from New Mills to Hayfield, and waited a few minutes for one of the few outdoor tables (it was... read more quite busy on a nice Sunday afternoon). There is a very wide choice of menu and our lunch was very tasty, with good portions and reasonably priced. It is worth noting that this cafe shuts at 2pm so make sure you arrive in time!

My only grumble was that we were asked to take all the packaging that the food had been served in, for Covid safety reasons. I think a business should dispose of the rubbish it generates, not burden nearby bins (or worse, litter in the countryside) and a simple sack for customers to place rubbish in would not present a risk to staff.

  When you say to your family and friends that you found this “little gem” of a place, The Sett Valley Cafe really does foot the bill and tick all the... read more boxes.
Situated along the beautiful Sett Valley Trail this cafe offers quick and easy lunches, snacks and refreshments. From cooked breakfasts and lunches, to sandwiches and refreshing teas and coffees this place is well worth a visit.
Child and animal friendly it’s a great stop off for the family on their day trip out. The Hope Valley Ice Cream selection is fantastic and can always find a space with any appetite..!!!!
All the food is locally sourced and the sourdough bread tastes amazing...!!!
The staff are very knowledgeable, friendly, helpful and welcoming.
Will very definitely return again and tell my friends.

  You can tell this is a great café because its where the locals choose to go for a treat. Had the tasty special frittata with very nice chickpea and pea... read more shoot salad to takeaway on Friday. And brownies, of course! Jo the owner and all the staff are super friendly and fun too.

  The cafe is roughly midway between Hayfield and New Mills on the Sett Valley Trail and is a must if you are in the area. The cafe is clean and... read more modern yet very "cosy". It has good vegetarian choices and is very dog-friendly. Breakfasts are excellent and the staff are extremely welcoming.

  Enjoyed lovely guey chocolate brownie and coffee. Delicious breakfast and lunch offerings and caters for special dietary requirements and vegan.

  great coffee and cake. superb service. highly recommended. will be popping in again next time I'm passing.

  We stopped in relatively near closing time but were met by excellent service, particularly one young woman who was very patient and helpful. Great pit stop. Good to see this... read more little cafe seemingly going from strength to strength.