Victoria sponge
Light sponge, generous cream and a bright berry finish.
Online bookings & walk-ins welcome
Coffee, cake & village charm.
Homemade bakes, freshly prepared food, afternoon tea and a genuinely warm welcome in the heart of the village. No booking needed — walk-ins are always welcome during opening hours, with tables also available to reserve online.
Your local table
Easy online booking for coffee, lunch and special occasions.
Welcome to The Village
Good coffee. Good food. Better company.
The Village is designed to feel familiar from your first visit. Drop in for a quiet morning coffee, meet friends for lunch or join us for one of our regular community evenings. No booking necessary — just walk in during our opening hours, though tables can also be reserved online.
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Made with care
Quality coffee, fresh ingredients and a menu with something for every part of the day.
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Rooted locally
A relaxed space created for Newington residents, visitors, families and local groups.
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More than a cafe
Upcoming events, private gatherings and thoughtful seasonal experiences throughout the year.
A taste of the menu
Village favourites.
A small selection of the cakes and bakes made for The Village. Availability changes regularly, so there is always something lovely to discover.
More from the kitchen
Signature bakes.
Freshly made cakes and seasonal specials are available throughout the week. Ask the team about today’s selection or order ahead for a celebration.
Raspberry loaf cake
01Fresh daily
Lemon celebration cake
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Pink ombre celebration cake
03Celebrations
Reserve your table
Make time for something lovely.
Prefer not to book? Walk-ins are always welcome during opening hours. Send a request in less than a minute and the cafe team will reply once your table has been accepted.
Walk-ins are always welcome — booking simply reserves your tableStandard table or Afternoon Tea bookingRequests emailed directly to the cafe teamCustomer acknowledgement sent automaticallyParties of 5+ require staff confirmationAfternoon Tea: £39.95 for two, 2-hour slotPer person: sandwiches, sausage roll, cheese scone, fruit scone with clotted cream and jam, vol-au-vent and two cakes
Good to know
A warm welcome, thoughtfully served.
Clear information for a relaxed visit, from dietary requirements to bringing a four-legged companion.
Allergies & gluten-free options
Please tell our team about any allergies or dietary requirements before ordering. Although we take reasonable care, food is prepared in an environment where allergens are handled, so we cannot guarantee that any item is completely free from traces of allergens.
Gluten-free options may be available, but they are not prepared in a certified gluten-free kitchen. Please speak to the team before ordering so we can explain the available choices.
Pet-friendly, within reason
Friendly, well-behaved pets are welcome at the team's discretion. Pets must remain under control, avoid furniture and must not disturb other customers.
Assistance dogs are always welcome.
Inside The Village
A place with character.
A closer look at a few of the cakes, bakes and afternoon tea favourites prepared for our customers.
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A proper village coffee shop should feel like part of your day, not simply somewhere you pass through.The Village Coffee Shop · Newington
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Loved by our regulars.
Real reviews from customers who've visited The Village since we opened. Swipe or scroll to read more.
"Booked an afternoon tea for two. The booking system is so easy to use and got a response back very quickly. The coffee…"
"A wonderful, (dog) friendly, cafe / coffee shop with a superb, tasty menu. Our new local coffee shop which will be a regular destination hereon in."
"Well my first time visiting the new coffee shop. A great welcome from the staff! I felt at home. The food was good but I haven't had the breakfasts yet! It would be good to see the village support the coffee shop. 😊"
"Visited the wonderful village coffee shop today the staff were very helpful and friendly even when it was very busy…"
"Visit this beautiful little cafe today what a lovely place to go with friends to enjoy a nice iced coffee and lunch…"
"Visited the Village Coffee Shop on Saturday 1st August.. the atmosphere was friendly and welcoming, the afternoon tea…"
"Brilliant cafe, smashed their opening day! Food fresh, cooked to perfection, I had the Eggs benedict which was incredible and well priced. Cakes also delicious!!"
"Visited the newly opened coffee shop today. Excellent coffee and very friendly staff. I know it's only day one, but hope…"
"Coffee was perfect, scone was huge and fluffy inside. Very friendly staff. Amazing cakes. Highly recommended."
"I visited this newly opened café for lunch today, and it was such a lovely experience. The English breakfast was…"
Come and see us
Find your new favourite table.
Visit us in the heart of Newington for freshly prepared food, homemade bakes and a warm village welcome. No booking required — walk-ins are always welcome during opening hours.
Address58 High Street, Newington, Sittingbourne ME9 7JL
Telephone01795 515557
Emailthevillagecoffeeshop58@gmail.com
ParkingFree parking for up to 2 hours at Newington Village Hall opposite the shop