Café · Cheltenham
Tucked in Cheltenham with free parking outside, this family-run café is the kind of place where you're greeted properly at the door and seated straight away, even when it's busy — which matters when you're arriving with a hungry toddler. Food comes out fast, and specific requests get sorted without fuss. Breakfast is the standout: oven-baked mushrooms, poached eggs, smashed avocado with chilli jam, proper coffee, and bread that people rave about. There's a kids' menu, high chairs, vegan options (the vegan sticky toffee pudding gets particular praise), and outdoor seating for warmer days. The toilets are reliably spotless. Worth knowing: portions run small for the price, with lunch plates around £14–17, and the menu's on the short side — one parent found it "average and a bit overpriced".
A little something creative for your next meal out. Filled with colouring, simple drawing prompts for cute animals, origami and conversation starters designed to bring more play, laughter and connection to the table. 3 free printable packs for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children.
Historic Cotswold-style inn with roomy character, free parking and a kitchen that does duck, pork belly and fish and chips properly.
A tiny family-run tea room with outstanding scones, generous portions and owners who make children feel genuinely welcome — book ahead.
Cosy Cotswolds inn with free parking, high chairs and a kids' menu — book ahead, walk-ins often get turned away.