As selecting shrubs and plants is such thirsty work, we had no choice but to pop into Bramleys for a cup of tea. A warm welcome was a great start and when we saw the dessert and cake list – that was it! All home-made, we couldn’t resist, plus it had started to rain! We chose banana cake and a bakewell slice and they were absolutely scrummy, and when the rain had stopped we continued our shrub shopping, which took quite some time as there was simply so much to wander around. They had one of the best selections of plants and tubs that I have seen for ages, plus I was tempted by a couple of beautifully planted up tubs, that were underplanted with spring bulbs too.

Then it was back into Bramleys for lunch and what a treat was in store for us. I chose a Bramley Favourite, steak pie with shortcrust pastry, rich gravy and seasonal vegetables and potatoes, whilst my partner went for the vegetarian option of Glamorgan sausages and all the trimmings. He said that they were the best he had ever tasted – which is some compliment as this is one of his favourite dishes, so he does call himself a Glamorgan sausage expert! Good portions meant that we were full, but as I couldn’t ignore the desserts, we had to compromise and share a chocolate crunch torte with Mary’s Farmhouse ice-cream. It was heavenly. Their menu is varied and includes fishcakes, ploughmans, Welsh rarebit, lasagne, gardeners’ lunch, jackets, toasties and rolls. They also run a daily specials board. Seriously, there’s something for every taste.

Fact file:

Owner: Liz Hainsworth 

Situated: The award winning tea room Bramleys is located approximately 3 miles (4.8 Km) west of Tenby. On the approach into St. Florence village from the B4318, you’ll find them on the right hand side of the road in the grounds of Grandiflora Plant & Garden Centre.

Address: St. Florence, Tenby, South Pembrokeshire, SA70 8LP 

Tel: 01834 871778 / 871430

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Website: www.grandiflora.co.uk

Opening hours: November, December and January 10am - 4pm, otherwise 10am – 5pm. To avoid disappointment it is advisable to make reservations for lunch at weekends and bank holidays. Parties and groups are very welcome. Free car parking, toilets and disabled access.