Hockey’s Farmyard Cafe – A Relaxed New Forest Cafe

Set within the beautiful surroundings of Hockey’s Farm in the heart of the New Forest, Hockey’s Farmyard Cafe offers a welcoming place to enjoy thoughtfully prepared food, locally sourced produce and a relaxed countryside atmosphere.

Popular with locals, walkers, cyclists and visitors alike, the Farmyard Cafe is designed for people who enjoy taking time over good food in a setting that feels unhurried, genuine and rooted in the landscape around it. Whether you are joining us for a hearty breakfast, a leisurely lunch, coffee and homemade cake or a traditional cream tea, the café delivers a true taste of New Forest farm life.

Thoughtfully Prepared Food Using Local Produce

The Farmyard Cafe serves a carefully considered menu featuring breakfasts, light lunches, barista-made coffee, homemade cakes and traditional cream teas. All dishes are prepared on site using ingredients sourced wherever possible from Hockey’s Farm Shop and trusted local producers.

By focusing on quality ingredients and freshly made food, the café reflects the same values found throughout the farm shop — celebrating seasonality, supporting local suppliers and showcasing the best of Hampshire and New Forest produce.

Breakfast & Lunch at the Farmyard Cafe

Our breakfasts are a firm favourite, from the much-loved Hungry Breakfast to lighter morning options, all made using meat from our own award-winning butchery alongside locally sourced produce.

Lunch at the Farmyard Cafe continues this approach, offering comforting classics and seasonal dishes made with care. It’s the perfect stop before or after a New Forest walk, or simply a destination in its own right for relaxed, countryside dining.

Coffee, Cake & Cream Teas

If you’re visiting for a quieter moment, the café offers a tempting selection of homemade cakes and sweet treats, perfectly paired with a freshly brewed coffee or pot of tea.

Afternoon Tea at Hockey’s

For a more indulgent experience, Afternoon Tea at Hockey’s Farmyard Cafe is a popular choice for special occasions, celebrations or relaxed get-togethers.

Each Afternoon Tea includes:

A refined selection of freshly prepared finger sandwiches
A beautiful assortment of locally made cakes
A freshly baked scone with clotted cream and preserves
Your choice of tea or coffee

Prosecco is also available for those wishing to add a celebratory touch.

Advance booking is essential.
For pricing and reservations, please contact office@hockeysfarm.co.uk or call 01425 652542.

A Cafe Rooted in the Farm Shop

As part of a working farm, the Farmyard Cafe has a close connection to the produce sold just a few steps away in Hockey’s Farm Shop and Butchery. Local meats, cheeses, baked goods and pantry items feature across the menu, helping to showcase the region’s food producers while supporting independent businesses.

This connection between café and farm shop is at the heart of what makes dining at Hockey’s special.

Family-Friendly & Set on the Farm

A visit to the Farmyard Cafe can easily be combined with time exploring the farmyard itself. Families enjoy meeting the animals, including alpacas, British Lop pigs, chickens, ducks and birds in the aviary.

This makes the café a popular family-friendly café in the New Forest, offering more than just great food and creating a relaxed, engaging experience for visitors of all ages.

A Comfortable, Unhurried Atmosphere

With indoor and outdoor seating available, the Farmyard Cafe is a place to slow down and enjoy your surroundings. The warm, informal atmosphere and views across the farmyard make it ideal for lingering breakfasts, long lunches or an afternoon coffee at your own pace.

Supporting the Local Community

The Farmyard Cafe plays an important role in supporting local producers and celebrating the New Forest’s agricultural heritage. The team are always happy to share recommendations or talk about the food and farm, adding a genuine, personal touch to every visit.

Go New Forest Card Offer

Members of the Go New Forest Card receive 10% off their café bill, making a visit to the Farmyard Cafe even more rewarding.

Opening Times & Planning Your Visit

The Farmyard Cafe is open seven days a week, offering both indoor and outdoor seating.

Opening hours:

Open daily: 8.30am – 5.00pm
Hot food served: 9.00am – 4.30pm

Whether you’re looking for a relaxed New Forest cafe, a family-friendly farm café, or a place to enjoy locally sourced food in a welcoming countryside setting, the Farmyard Cafe at Hockey’s Farm Shop is a destination you’ll want to return to again and again.

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