50th Birthday High Tea Celebration at Nyland Manor

My wonderful auntie Dawn turned 50th in January. She celebrated with a ladies High Tea in the new wedding and events venue Nyland Manor in Dracott, near Cheddar. Nyland Manor is built right next to what I believe to be one of the best bootsales in the U.K. It is run by mother and daughter Rachael and Phoebe, my family friends. It’s a beautiful and quirky venue in a picturesque surroundings. It’s early days yet but I know lots of events will be held there such a craft fairs, wedding, hen parties, conferences, workshops and much more.

I spy lots of Emma Bridgwater

Afternoon tea selection

Such a good selection of both sweet and savoury, my favourite being the mini scones and coronation chicken finger sandwiches. The bunting and vintage crockery was a nice touch. If I was being niggly, the only thing I would change slightly is having a cake stand on each table rather than a buffet but it still worked but then maybe I just love cake stands a bit too much and am biased. Overall a very good day had by all and everyone, including Dawn was very happy and had a fab day.

Happy Birthday Dawn x

The Tea Birds

I am very excited to announce my friends Anna and Jodie have opened vintage tea room ‘The Tea Birds’ at the bottom of Park Street. They stock all sorts of teas, cakes, sandwiches and lots more in wonderfully vintage style surroundings. I sampled their cheese and chutney sandwich alongside a cup of earl grey tea, a perfect break from my first few hours of Christmas shopping. It’s a great place to catch up with friends over a spot of afternoon tea and listening to 50s music. They are now open everyday, with the official opening event Saturday 30th November, more details can be found on their Facebook page.

I am delighted that my cake stands are being used for afternoon tea and they do look fab in the surroundings (if I do say do myself). Not only this but my cake stands and pin cushions are also being sold in there which is super exciting.


So next time you are on Park Street I definitely recommend a visit to The Tea Birds x