Discover the Cream of the Crop – Our Favourite Devon Cream Tea Spots

Few things capture the spirit of South Devon more perfectly than a traditional Devon cream tea. With fluffy scones, rich clotted cream, sweet local jam and, of course, the all-important pot of tea this classic treat is a must-have for visitors. 

Whether you’re staying in Torbay, Teignmouth or further afield, there’s no shortage of charming tea rooms to choose from. Here’s our handpicked guide to the best spots for cream tea across the region — including a few of our personal favourites. 

🫖 Brixham 

Guardhouse Café, Berry Head 

Set atop Berry Head’s dramatic cliffs, this gem offers cream teas with a view. The Guardhouse Café is a local favourite thanks to its welcoming atmosphere, generous scones, and stunning coastal outlook. After a walk along the headland, it’s the perfect place to refuel. 

📍 Berry Head Nature Reserve, Brixham TQ5 9AW 
🌐 guardhousecafe.com 

🫖 Paignton 

Occombe Farm Café 

Just outside Paignton, Occombe Farm Café combines countryside charm with delicious, locally sourced food — including a top-tier Devon cream tea. Enjoy yours inside the airy barn-style café or out on the patio overlooking the farm. It’s a family-friendly spot with a nature trail and farm shop to explore after your tea. 

📍 Preston Down Road, Paignton TQ3 1RN 
🌐 occombe.co.uk 

🫖 Torquay

Angels Tea Rooms 

One of South Devon’s best-known cream tea spots, Angels in Babbacombe is a delightful blend of vintage charm and baking excellence. Their warm, freshly baked scones are served with generous helpings of jam and clotted cream — plus a variety of flavoured scone options if you’re feeling adventurous. Book ahead to avoid disappointment! 

📍 49 Babbacombe Downs Road, Torquay TQ1 3LP 
🌐 angelstearooms.co.uk 

🫖 Kingswear/Dartmouth

The Singing Kettle

Tucked away on one of Dartmouth’s picturesque side streets, The Singing Kettle is a cosy, traditional tearoom that serves one of the best cream teas in the area. Think homemade scones, proper clotted cream, and a pot of tea served with a smile. It’s everything you want from a classic Devon experience — charming, hearty, and unpretentious. 

📍 6 Smith Street, Dartmouth TQ6 9QR 
🌐 Find them on Facebook 

🫖 Teignmouth 

Regency Tea Rooms 

For a beautifully presented, truly traditional experience, Regency Tea Rooms in the heart of Teignmouth is a must-visit. With its period décor, dainty china, and warm, welcoming service, it’s the perfect setting for a classic Devon cream tea. Expect freshly baked scones, locally made jam, and plenty of clotted cream. 

📍 4 George Street, Teignmouth TQ14 8AH 
🌐 Find them on Facebook 

🫖 Exeter 

Eat on the Green (Tea on the Green) 

Situated on the beautiful Cathedral Green in Exeter, Eat on the Green (also known locally as Tea on the Green) is the ideal city stop for a proper Devon cream tea. With views of Exeter Cathedral, this charming café offers a traditional cream tea with homemade scones, West Country clotted cream, and locally sourced jam. Perfect for relaxing after exploring the city’s historic streets. 

📍 2 Cathedral Close, Exeter EX1 1EZ 
🌐 eatonthegreenexeter.com 

🫖 Further Afield: Dartmoor

Ullacombe Farm Café & Shop, Haytor 

A scenic Dartmoor stop, Ullacombe Farm Café offers rustic charm, homemade scones and a lovely laid-back vibe. After a walk on Haytor, reward yourself with their famous cream tea — served in a cosy barn setting or outside on sunny days. 

📍 Ullacombe Farm, Bovey Tracey, TQ13 9LL 
🌐 ullacombefarm.co.uk 

Your Holiday, One Cream Tea at a Time

Wherever your Devon adventure takes you, a cream tea is never far away — and always worth stopping for. These spots across South Devon promise a warm welcome, delicious food, and a slice of that famously relaxed local lifestyle. 

Saltwater Escapes has beautiful holiday homes throughout the region — so you’re perfectly placed to enjoy them all. Don’t forget to tag us in your cream tea photos while you’re here!