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The Sidings, Hereford, Herefordshire

The Sidings

4.7
4.7
133 Reviews
£25 and under
Café

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
  • Innovative
Welcome to The Sidings, a unique destination brought to you by Carriages Restaurant. Nestled amidst serene landscapes, The Sidings combines a farm shop and café to offer an immersive experience for train enthusiasts and culinary connoisseurs alike.
Our exquisite First Class carriage café, adorned with elegant art-deco elements, provides a one-of-a-kind dining experience from 10am – 4pm, Wednesday to Saturday, and 10am - 3pm on Sundays. Our carriage Farm Shop, open from 10am – 5pm, Wednesday to Saturday, and 10am - 4pm on Sundays, features fresh, seasonal, locally produced products, ensuring quality and sustainability.

You can book a table for inside the café, however walk ins are welcome.
We are only dog friendly outside on a lead, unless they are a service dog.
Smoking is not permitted on site.

For more information please visit: https://www.carriageshereford.co.uk/thesidings

Additional information

Experiences

  • Afternoon Tea

    £25.00 per person

    Jan 28, 2025 - Nov 30, 2025
    First Class Afternoon Tea at The Sidings, served in the charming setting of our First Class train carriage. Enjoy a perfect cup of James Gourmet coffee or explore the variety of Teapigs teas we have to offer. For an extra touch of sparkle, upgrade to a glass of prosecco for just £4 per person. Our Afternoon Tea is served from 2pm to 4pm, offering the perfect mid-afternoon escape. We strive to accommodate all dietary requirements, so please make a note when booking or reach out to us directly. Afternoon Tea at The Sidings is £25 per person. Advanced booking is essential.

What 133 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Sidings offers a "unique dining experience" in beautifully restored railway carriages. Guests love the "excellent food," "friendly service," and charming setting. With "plush but quirky" interiors, it's perfect for brunch or lunch. Visitors appreciate the "local produce" and adjacent farm shop. A true "hidden gem," highly recommended!
133 Reviews
  1. Alison

    Herefordshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The overall look of the place is stunning, the train carriages have been refurbished to an outstanding level, all the detail put into the whole place is amazing. Food and service excellent I'm already thinking of what to have on my next visit. Only one thing that I want to point out and that was the 4 seater table was a little squashed to seat larger people but we managed once seated. It is truly a hidden gem highly recommend a visit especially now the weather is picking up with the stunning seating area outside. 😊
    The SidingsResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so pleased you appreciated the detail that’s gone into restoring the carriages and that you enjoyed both the food and service. It’s great to hear you’re already planning your next visit! We appreciate your feedback on the seating and will take it into consideration. Hopefully, we’ll see you again soon—especially with the sunshine making our outdoor seating even more inviting! Best regards, The Team at The Sidings

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  2. Meryl

    Herefordshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Something a bit different- great fun. Super food & lovely service. Highly recommend
    The SidingsResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the experience, from the food to the service. It’s always great to hear when our unique setting adds to the fun! Hope to welcome you back again soon. Best regards, The Team at The Sidings

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  3. Terry

    Herefordshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food drink and service faultless and the weather capped it off
    The SidingsResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the food, drinks, and service—and that the weather played along too! We hope to welcome you back again soon. Best regards, The Team at The Sidings

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  4. Susan

    Bedfordshire4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I visited with a friend on her birthday. The sun shone and we were able to eat outside. The service was excellent, helpful and prompt. The menu was new this week and the food was lovely. We had the grilled Croissant and the avocado on sourdough, well presented and delicious. Not a scrap was left on either plate. Fabulous visit, thank you!
    The SidingsResponded 2 days ago
    What a lovely review—thank you! We're so pleased you and your friend had a wonderful birthday visit and got to enjoy the sunshine. It’s great to hear you loved the new menu, and we’re especially glad there wasn’t a crumb left behind! We hope to see you again soon for more delicious moments. Best regards, The Team at The Sidings

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  5. Jennifer

    Herefordshire4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service very good lovely ambience. If you are looking for something a little bit special the sidings is the place 👌
    The SidingsResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted you enjoyed the food, service, and atmosphere. It means a lot to hear that The Sidings feels like a special place to you. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Best regards, The Team at The Sidings

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  6. Jocelyn

    Shropshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A very unique experience, luxurious seating, the breakfast was extremely good. Not sure we liked the music. Enjoyed going in to the farm shop, lovely fresh produce and good to see that most of the goods for sale were Herefordian.
    The SidingsResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback! We're so glad you enjoyed your breakfast and had a chance to explore the farm shop—it’s great to support local producers. We really appreciate your thoughts on the music too and will keep it in mind. Hope to see you again soon! Best regards, The Team at The Sidings

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  7. Emily

    Herefordshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommend, the setting is beautiful and the food was amazing!
    The SidingsResponded on March 17, 2025
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the food and the setting. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Best regards, The Team at The Sidings

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  8. Terry

    Herefordshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff were exemplary, surroundings were quirky, which was great. Good clean local food, which tasted amazing. Definitely going back. 5 stars on everything ✨️
    The SidingsResponded on March 17, 2025
    Thank you for your lovely review! We're so pleased you enjoyed the food, atmosphere, and service. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Best regards, The Team at The Sidings

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  9. Gina

    Worcestershire4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Fun place for brunch and interesting menu. Portion sizes are mammoth and I think quantity overshadows quality and this is why I’ve marked them down in this occasion. Will make a return visit though.
    The SidingsResponded on March 17, 2025
    Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the atmosphere and found the menu interesting. We always strive to strike the right balance between portion size and quality, so we really appreciate your thoughts. We look forward to welcoming you back and hope we can impress you on your next visit! Best regards, The Team at The Sidings

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  10. Janet

    Charleston2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food not as good as usual, sausages cold and not as nice as previously
    The SidingsResponded on March 17, 2025
    Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your meal didn’t meet expectations this time. We appreciate you letting us know and will pass your comments on to the team. We hope to welcome you back soon for a better experience! Best regards, The Team at The Sidings

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FAQs

The Sidings offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 07543 309427.

The Sidings is rated 4.7 stars by 133 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Sidings

Whitestone Business Park, Whitestone, Hereford, Herefordshire HR1 3SE

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Hereford
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sat 10:00 am–4:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Café, Breakfast, Afternoon Tea
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Cafe, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout
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