WELCOME
The Old Penny Tearoom is at the heart of the beautiful village of Waltham. The name Old Penny derives from the history of the building, which was once a Penny School. In keeping with the history of the village, we have vintage photos of Waltham which adorn the walls of the Tearoom to keep the heritage alive.
Taste the Difference
A cosy spot where homemade food takes centre stage. Our dishes are crafted with fresh, locally sourced ingredients and timeless recipes that warm the soul. Whether you're raving a hearty breakfast, a comforting lunch, or a sweet treat, every bite feels like home. Come in, relax, and enjoy the simple pleasure of honest cooking in a welcoming atmosphere.
Afternoon Tea For 2
Why not book an afternoon tea to treat a loved one? it's a delightful way to spend quality time together
Sandwiches per person
Choose 2 sandwich buns each
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Pork & Apple Sauce
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Beef & Horseradish Sauce
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Chicken
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Tuna Mayo
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Cheese & Tomato
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Egg & Cress
Snacks
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Mini Pork Pie
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Slice of Home-made Quiche
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Home-Made Sausage Roll
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Bowl of Crisps
Dessert
Desserts per Person
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Cream Scone
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Home-made Cherry Bakewell
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Slice of Home-made Fruit Cake
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Fresh Strawberry Puff
With 2 glasses of prosecco each for £40.00
With a Large pot of tea
£30.00
We are happy to pack up anything you don't manage to eat on the day – so don't worry about waste!
Breakfast
BREAKFAST (Medium) – £8
• 1 Lincolnshire sausage
• 1 egg (poached, fried or scrambled)
• Beans or tinned tomato or fresh grilled tomato
• 2 hash browns
• 1 toast
BREAKFAST (Large) – £10
• 2 Lincolnshire sausages
• 2 eggs (poached, fried or scrambled)
• Beans or tinned tomato or fresh grilled tomato
• 2 hash browns
• 2 toast
BREAKFAST BAP – £4.50
Same filling options as cold meal deal
Extras
SALAD BOWLS – £5.50
With butter + 1 topping and side salad
Extra toppings 50p
Options: Cheese, Beans, Tuna mayo
(No processed cheese used; combinations allowed)
SAUSAGE STUFFING ROLL – £6.50
Made to order with choice of:
Chicken, Ham, Beef, Tuna, Cheese, Egg
Salad leaves, tomato, cucumber, bell peppers
Various dressings available
Sandwiches
COLD SANDWICH – £3.00
Any 5 items from:
• 1 Lincolnshire sausage
• 1 egg (poached, fried or scrambled)
• Beans or tinned tomato or fresh grilled tomato
• 2 hash browns
• 1 toast
TOAST (2 slices) – £1.50
With 1 topping:
• Beans
• Egg (poached, fried or scrambled)
Cakes
CAKE SELECTION – £1.35 See board for daily selection
SCONE & BUTTER – £1.50 Cream & jam – 50p extra
TOAST & BUTTER – £1.00 Add jam/marmalade/marmite – 50p
TOASTED TEA CAKE – £1.00 Includes butter & jam
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DAILY SPECIALS AVAILABLE AS EAT IN OR TAKEAWAY
Please let us know about any allergies or intolerances, and friendly staff will be happy to guide you through our weekly selection of meats and vegetables, ensuring your meal is perfectly tailored your preferences."
MONDAY – Cottage pie and fresh veg or chips
TUESDAY – Lasagne and garlic bread
WEDNESDAY – Gammon, egg & chips
THURSDAY – Spaghetti Bolognese
FRIDAY – Quiche with salad or chips (or half and half)
SATURDAY – Homemade pie, chips & peas
All Specials - £9.50
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SUNDAY – Traditional Sunday Roast
Sunday lunch consists of:
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MEDIUM – £10
Choice of 3 meats (see board for this weeks choices), 2 roast potatoes, a scoop of mashed potato, 3 vegetables, pigs in blankets, sausage and stuffing ball, Yorkshire pudding and real gravy made with meat juices.
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LARGE – £12
As above but add an extra roast potato, an extra scoop of mash, extra pig in blankets, extra Yorkshire pud and a larger portion of meat and veg, plus the option of more than one choice of meat.
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Children’s portion of all above available - £6, any age.
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VEGETARIAN OR VEGAN?
Let our staff know when booking, and we will provide a suitable alternative. Please give us a minimum of 2 days’ notice, to arrange this for you.
NOT FULL YET?
Why not check out our hot deserts of the day: for example apple or cherry crumble or syrup sponge with a choice of cream, ice-cream or custard.
Many of our deserts are homemade, so check out the board
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WE ALSO OFFER ALL OUR CAKES AS TAKE-AWAY – SO DON’T DESPAIR IF YOU ARE FULL!
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Please note – while our traditional lunch is usually only available on Sundays, we do often offer this on bank holidays too – if booked in advance. Please speak to a member of staff.
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£5.50 Food Menu
HOT BAP
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Bacon bap (or egg)
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Lincolnshire sausage and egg
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Pork & stuffing or chicken & cranberry sauce
(Add a bowl of chips or a side salad and crisps to make it a hot meal deal at £8)
COLD MEAL DEAL
Includes sandwich or wrap or salad sandwich, crisps and a can of pop
(Add £1 to make it a hot sandwich or hot drink)
Options:
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Ham salad
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Cheese, tomato
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Egg mayo
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Tuna mayo
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Pork & apple sauce
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Beef & horseradish
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Onion
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Chicken & cranberry
SOUP AND ROLL (or croutons)
See board for soups of the day
(When available: sausage, chips and beans etc – just ask. Small portions available for children or those with smaller appetites)
JACKET POTATO
With butter + 1 topping and side salad
Extra toppings 50p
Options:
• Cheese
• Beans
• Tuna mayo
(No processed cheese used; combinations allowed)
Customer Reviews
Drinks Menu
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Breakfast tea.....£2.50
Twinings Fruit Selection.....£3.00
Earl Grey.....£3.00
Flavoured teas..... £2.50
Americano.....£3.50
Cappucino.....£4.50
Latte.....£4.50
Flat white.....£4.50
Mocha.....£4.50
Expresso.....£2.00
Hot chocolate.....£4.50
(add cream/marshmallows/flake 50p each)
Marmite.....£1.50
Cans.....£1.50
Flavoured milk....£4.00
(see board for flavours)
MEAL DEAL
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Cold sandwich, can of pop and a packet of Pipers crisps – £6.50
Or make it a hot sandwich/toastie or hot drink for an extra £1.00