Penningtons tea room in Spalding is a place for solace and rest. When visiting my home town I came upon this little haven, nestled in the corner of the busy market square. The rain was beating down my neck and I was in need of warming up with a cup of hot tea. I opened the door and was greeted with old country benches and the warm, inviting smell of fresh bread and coffee.

Fresh flowers were carefully placed on each table and I felt welcome as I took my seat that saved me from the weather outside. I ordered a pot of tea for one and a tea cake and was delighted when both came served on old china of different shapes and patterns. It’s become one of my favourite tea rooms, and I’ve been to a few!