Welcome to The Cavendish Bearsted
Nestled in the heart of the Bearsted community, The Cavendish Bearsted is a family-run café with a longstanding reputation for exceptional hospitality, homemade food, and a warm welcome. For years, we have been a place where friends and families come together to relax, celebrate, and enjoy quality food in a cosy atmosphere
Welcome to The Cavendish Bearsted
Whether you’re joining us for a freshly brewed coffee, a slice of homemade cake, a leisurely breakfast, a light lunch, or an indulgent afternoon tea, every visit is designed to be a special one. We also offer a small selection of wines and other alcoholic beverages to complement your meal. Most of our cakes are freshly baked in-house each day by our talented baker, using quality ingredients and traditional recipes
We are proud to welcome everyone and are committed to providing an inclusive experience, with thoughtful catering for dietary requirements, allergens, and accessibility needs.
Welcome to The Cavendish Bearsted
The Cavendish is also the perfect setting for life’s special moments. We are delighted to host afternoon teas, baby showers, private parties, celebrations, and funeral receptions, offering attentive service and beautifully presented food to make every occasion memorable.
We look forward to welcoming you to The Cavendish Bearsted, where timeless charm, homemade quality, and genuine hospitality come together.
Breakfast
Start your day the Cavendish way with a breakfast made from quality ingredients and cooked fresh to order. Whether you’re looking for a hearty full English, a freshly filled bap or baguette, or something lighter, there’s something for everyone to enjoy
For those seeking a healthier option, our smashed avocado is a firm favourite, while anyone with a sweet tooth can indulge in our delicious pancakes or freshly made waffles, served with a selection of tempting toppings.
All of our breakfasts are cooked on a griddle with no added oil, creating a lighter breakfast without compromising on flavour. We are proud to source our bacon, sausages, and eggs from trusted local producers, ensuring every dish is made using fresh, high-quality ingredients.
Why Us
• Freshly baked in-house
Our talented baker prepares most of our cakes fresh each day, using quality ingredients and traditional recipes
• Locally sourced produce
Our bacon, sausages, and eggs are supplied by trusted local butchers, supporting local businesses while ensuring exceptional quality
• Inclusive for everyone
We are proud to be disability-friendly and cater for a wide range of allergies and dietary intolerances, so everyone can dine with confidence
• Comfort all year round
Enjoy our outdoor seating in the warmer months or relax indoors with air conditioning in the summer and heating during the colder seasons
Specials
Cavendish afternoon tea
Indulge yourself in our afternoon tea, here at The Cavendish! Perfect for any special occasion or event.
£32.50 per head. Please speak to a member of staff to book. 72 hours’ notice required.
Menu
- Finger sandwiches & mini rolls: Choice of fillings.
- Cavendish sausage rolls: Home-made sausage rolls with buttery, golden puff pastry.
- Quiche slices: Flaky shortcrust pastry with a creamy rich filling.
- Freshly baked scones: With clotted cream and strawberry jam.
- Cakes and tray bakes: A slice of cake and a piece of tray bake.
- Drinks: Refills of Yorkshire tea or filter coffee.
Sausage rolls, quiche and scones are available warm.
Dietary requirements & booking details
- Dietary requirements: We are more than happy to cater for different dietary requirements.
- Group bookings: This menu is also available for larger group bookings. Full payment is required at the time of booking.
- Minimum booking: 2 persons per booking. Discounts available for 20+ persons.
- Takeaway: Also available as a takeaway without drinks for £25 per head.
Host Your Baby Shower with Us
Celebrate the upcoming arrival of your little one in our exclusive rear events room. Designed to give you a private, relaxed space to celebrate with friends and family, our room offers everything you need for a memorable gathering.
Why choose Our Venue?
- Private Space: Enjoy full, exclusive use of our rear events room for up to 2.5 hours (free room hire for groups of 15+).
- Flexible Styling: Decorate the room to match your chosen baby shower theme—whether you're bringing balloons, banners, or floral arrangements.
- Drinks & License: Fully licensed bar available to cater to all your guests' refreshment needs.
- On-Site Parking: Limited parking is available on-premises for your party.
Food & Catering Options
- Afternoon Tea: Our signature selection of savory bites, fresh scones, and sweet treats served on classic tea stands.
- Buffet Style: Prefer a casual setup? We can serve our Afternoon Tea menu as a self-serve buffet instead.
- Special Requests: We are happy to accommodate dietary requirements or special catering requests with advance notice.
Pricing & Booking Details
- Group Discount: Parties of 15 or more receive 20% off our standard pricing, bringing the cost to £26.00 per person (normally £32.50).
- Reservation Deposit: A refundable deposit of £10 per person is required at the time of booking to secure your date.
Get a Sneak Peek Want to see the space before you book? Head over to our Instagram page to view a video tour of our events room.
Ready to Plan Your Event? Contact us today to check date availability or discuss custom requests for your special day
Wake services
We offer wake services at The Cavendish in our rear function room, in the heart of Bearsted. We can accommodate up to 50 people, with a high quality buffet and refreshments after your service.
Our venue & services
- Venue: Use of our rear function room with limited free parking.
- Catering: A full buffet with hot drinks and refills included in your package.
- Floral tributes: Flowers and floral tributes can be provided as an optional extra. We will communicate directly with your chosen funeral director to arrange them.
- Dietary requirements: We are more than happy to cater for any special dietary requirements you may have.
Pricing & booking details
- £25 per person: Includes the venue, buffet and limited parking.
- Minimum booking: 15 people.
- Drinks: We have a full premises licence, so alcohol is also available on request.
Buffet menu
- Finger sandwiches and mini rolls: Select from a choice of fillings.
- Cavendish sausage rolls: Home-made sausage rolls with buttery, golden puff pastry.
- Quiche slices: Flaky shortcrust pastry with a creamy rich filling.
- Cheese board: Our Cavendish cheeseboard with various local cheeses, served with a selection of crisps.
- Cakes and tray bakes: A slice of cake and a piece of tray bake.
- Drinks: Refills of Yorkshire tea or Americano coffee.
We will do our utmost to cater for any special requests.
Book A Table
Reserve Your Table
Choose your preferred date, time and party size using our secure online booking system.
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Reviews
Sam
Food was so fresh and could tell it was put together with care. Millionaires shortbread was to die for!! I could eat that for days.
Aaron S
The staff customer care goes above and beyond every time would highly recommend , decorated beautifully and just such a good vibe
Lola O
The food was fresh and delicious and they had great lunchbox selection for kids. Nicest coffee I have had in a longtime
Linden048
A lovely Cavendish full English breakfast made with quality ingredients. Service was first class. The staff are super friendly
Mark C
One of my favourites....never fails to deliver a lovely meal. My only suggestions for improvement would be an all day breakfast and Sunday opening!
Contact
Get in touch
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Location:
8 Cavendish Way, Bearsted, Maidstone, ME15 8PW
Email:
enquiries@thecavendishbearsted.co.uk