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17/10/2025
And this month’s film for halloween….. Hotel Transylvania!
Join us under the stars on Friday 31st October for a magical screening of Hotel Transylvania ! 🎃🍿
Free popcorn, free parking — and don’t forget your blanket! 🌙✨
📍 Valentines Mansion & Gardens, Emerson Road, IG1 4XA
🎟️ Doors open 5:30PM | Film starts 6:30PM (7PM depending on weather and lighting)
Grab your tickets now in-store or online at www.gardenerscottagecafe.com
LINK IN BIO FOR TICKETS
We hope to see you there!
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13/08/2025
🎬✨ Outdoor Cinema Night at Gardener’s Cottage Café! ✨🎬
Join us Friday 29th August for a magical screening of Disney Pixar’s UP! 🍿
📍 Valentines Mansion & Gardens, Emerson Road, IG1 4XA
🎟 £9.99 per ticket (includes FREE popcorn!) | Family ticket (4 people): £34.99
🚗 FREE parking
🕣 Doors open 8:30 PM | 🎥 Film starts 9:15 PM
🧣 Don’t forget to BRING A BLANKET for a cozy night under the stars!
🎟 Tickets available in-store or online: www.gardenerscottagecafe.com
🌟 Float away on an adventure—see you there! 🌟
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30/07/2025
Moist, spiced, and topped with creamy vegan frosting — our Ultimate Carrot Cake is a slice of garden-grown heaven 🌿🥕✨ Now served fresh at Gardener’s Cottage Café!
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27/07/2025
Huge thanks to the East London Shakespeare Festival for bringing As You Like It to life in the beautiful setting of the Gardener’s Cottage Café! 🌿✨
It was a truly wonderful evening — full of laughter, love, and incredible performances. The atmosphere under the trees with lights twinkling and the audience captivated was pure magic.
We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon!
22/07/2025
🎬✨ THIS SATURDAY! ✨🎬
Join The Garden Screen for a magical outdoor showing of Night at the Museum on Saturday 26th July! 🌿🍿
🎟 Tickets just £9.99 | Family ticket (4) £34.99
⏰ Doors open: 8:30pm | Film starts: 9:15pm
🌟 Don’t miss out — grab your tickets now at www.gardenerscottagecafe.com or pop into the café!
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20/07/2025
NEW IN! Come along and try our Blackberry Crumble Donut - with a berry pink glaze and golden crunch, this one is a must try!
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19/07/2025
Mid-July blooms 🪻🌷🌞
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19/07/2025
Mid-July blooms 🪻🌸🌞
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15/07/2025
Sweet, soft, and summer-perfect 🍓✨ Our limited edition Strawberries & Cream Brioche is here to make your day a little dreamier. Get it while it lasts!
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12/07/2025
Join us tomorrow for a music filled day at ‘Best Of Music Fest’ here at the Gardener’s Cottage Cafe! Enjoy a range from jazz, blues, funk, soul and more as 8 acts take the stage! Starting at 11am and finishing 5:15pm, everyone welcome!
Best Of Music Fest performs on the second sunday of each month, so keep that in your calendars!
All events supported by Redbridge Music Lounge & The Gardeners Cottage Café, plus financial support from Redbridge Council ‘Community Seeds’ programme!
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11/07/2025
Say hello to our new vegan beauty 🌿 Raspberry, beetroot & coconut — a dreamy combo of fruity, earthy and creamy layers, all completely plant-based. Perfect with a cuppa in the garden.
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Address
Valentines Park
Ilford
IG1 4XA
Public Transport: Take the London Underground to Gants Hill Station, then transfer to a local bus that goes towards Ilford. Get off at Cranbrook Road and walk towards Valentines Park. The cafe is located within the park.
Driving/Parking: Take the M11 or A406 towards Ilford and exit at Cranbrook Road. Follow the road until you see signs for Valentines Park. There is a car park located within the park where you can park your vehicle.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
10am - 5pm |
| Tuesday |
10am - 5pm |
| Wednesday |
10am - 5pm |
| Thursday |
10am - 5pm |
| Friday |
10am - 5pm |
| Saturday |
10am - 5pm |
| Sunday |
10am - 5pm |
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What people say
Gardener's Cottage Cafe in Valentines Park, Ilford is a must-visit coffee shop for anyone looking for a delicious selection of light bites and tasty snacks. Their paninis, jackets, sandwiches, and soups are all made with fresh ingredients and are sure to satisfy any craving.
What's more, the cafe is located right by the walled garden of Valentines Mansion, making it the perfect spot to enjoy free live music events throughout the year. And if you're feeling active, you can even join in on one of their Coronation Wellbeing Walks before treating yourself to a free cream tea.
The cafe also offers a range of cold drinks and ice creams to help you cool down on hot days. And with its convenient location within Valentines Park, it's the perfect place to stop for lunch or tea while enjoying all that the park has to offer.
Overall, Gardener's Cottage Cafe is a fantastic coffee shop that offers delicious food and a great atmosphere. Whether you're looking for a quick bite or want to spend an afternoon listening to live music in the walled garden, this cafe has something for everyone.
