The Hide Coffee and Tea House

Welcome; Welkom; Marhaba

We are Liz and Chloe, your hosts at The Hide. We hail from Southern Africa; one from South Africa and the other Zimbabwe.

After spending 17 years in the Middle East we took the plunge in 2017 and moved to Tewkesbury where Chloe’s family have lived for the past 25 years.

We were both in the corporate world - Liz first in the military and then management training whilst Chloe has a background in hospitality. One day our passion for good food, shared with good company, spoke to us so loudly and egged us on to DO IT!

When this building became available we knew it was the perfect fit for us, and The Hide was born.

Lizchloecr

tc llThe Hide Interior

Our menu

We don't have a fixed menu - our dishes change whenever we want to hero a seasonal ingredient or when we are inspired by our Southern African heritage. Sometimes we want to recreate flavours we have sampled on our travels through the world.

No matter what is on the menu we remain committed to sourcing local goods and produce whenever and wherever we can, and we use these at every opportunity.   

Please let us know if you have any allergies or dietary requirements although due to the busy nature of our kitchen, we cannot guarantee the absence of nuts or other allergens.

Lets talk Coffee and Tea!

Our Coffee is locally sourced from Stow on the Wold  from the smallest commercial roastery in England called STOW TOWN COFFEE.  The coffee is ethically sourced and roasted frequently to ensure it's always at its peak flavour. And we know how to get the best flavour out of the beans, whether you choose an espresso, a flat white or a cappuccino.

Our Teas are ethically sourced - whole leaf and packed into compostable bags - from a UK company who is equally passionate about good quality teas, and being environmentally friendly.

Lastly let's not forget about ROOIBOS tea! This "red bush" tea comes from the leaf of an indigenous fynbos (fine bush) plant grown only in the Cape region of South Africa, and has been drunk as a tea for hundreds of years. Naturally caffeine free this beverage also contains fantastic antioxidants and is is also thought to assist in balancing blood sugar.

What do our customers think?

  • star rating  Lovely place to pop in and recharge your batteries with a coffee and bit of cake. I had a cappuccino and the wife had a tea. Both really lovely.

    avatar thumb JonathanW01
    19 October 2019
  • star rating  Unexpected gem - I visited Tewkesbury for the first time and wanted a quick yet good lunch. After searching the length of the town, ended up here. It was definitely worth the walk!... read more

    avatar thumb lagatinaise
    15 May 2022
  • star rating  I am very proud to have found this wonderful place while visiting Tewkesbury, whilst my son in law, who is South African and lives in Tewkesbury, didn't know it existed!... read more

    avatar thumb Emma S
    18 November 2019
  • star rating  My boyfriend was very excited to find out there was a South African cafe next to where we were staying. There are plenty of places we can get snacks and... read more

    avatar thumb Charly_murg
    5 September 2020
  • star rating  Had a lovely meal and a hot drink whilst being in town. Best latte ever, very friendly staff and owners. Can't wait to go back and try the interesting menu.

    avatar thumb simeria_ramona
    21 February 2020
  • star rating  Lovely friendly service and delicious food  - We both enjoyed our smoked salmon sandwiches greatly, a good balance of salmon, cream cheese and rocket. I could have eaten another!
    Also the dark hot chocolate was divine, just... read more

    avatar thumb Pru C
    8 January 2023
  • star rating  I live nearly an hour away from Tewkesbury, but decided to travel there for lunch at The Hide Coffee & Tea House as I had enjoyed it so much last... read more

    avatar thumb nevraw
    15 March 2020
  • star rating  Went for a light lunch after visiting the abbey. We felt welcomed, service was quick and the food and drink was lovely.

    avatar thumb domt44
    15 August 2020
  • star rating  The staff were amazing and extremely helpful, ensuring our birthday group were well taken care of, including a special dessert for the birthday girl.
    Really yummy food and happy tummies... read more

    avatar thumb Faye007
    5 January 2020
  • star rating  Super GF food with a fantastic welcome - Absolute gem of a place. Lovely staff, very friendly and chatty and well versed in gluten free food provision and options. Food, cake, coffee/tea and wine delicious. The traditional boboti... read more

    avatar thumb LMDCymru
    3 August 2022

Now open for sit in and take aways

  • 89 Church Street, Cnr St Marys Lane & Church St
    Tewkesbury, GL20 5RX
    England

  • Dogs welcome
  • Licensed for beer, wine and craft gin
  • Mon10.00am - 3ish
    Tues, Wed & ThursCLOSED
    Frid10.00am - 3ish

    Sat

    Sun

    10.00am - 4ish

    10.30am - 3ish