Holden Wood Tearoom - Rossendale

Stopped in for an impromptu lunch on Saturday (peak time). The organisation really stood out, being added to a waiting list and able to wonder around the antique shop, then notified with a buzzer when your table is ready- really a lovely touch. Once sat (not long to wait at all), we were seen to straight away. Genuinely the most attentive, swift service I’ve experienced in a long time. I know it’s hard sometimes, especially when a place is as busy* as it was. Everyone around us were fully looked after at all times. *I know the word busy could deter some people, but the team regulated the atmosphere so well; music not too loud, nobody rushing around; so it all felt relaxed and seamless. The food came in perfect timing, lovely portions, and tasted amazing! Plenty of vegan/veggie options which really suited me. Flavourful, and not breaking the bank. Thank you to the chefs! It was a truly wonderful lunch experience out. Me and my parents really appreciated the friendliness of all the servers, who had us chuckling throughout (the gentleman in particular- who is a wonderful example of what hospitality is all about). If it’s not already obvious, we will ABSOLUTELY be back… and looking forward to it!!!

Fabulous warm and welcoming tearoom on a grey and miserable morning. Excellent and efficient service . Super coffee and a full english cooked to perfection !

Met with my sister and Auntie for lunch. Lovely food, fabulous staff (thanks for the laughs Craig), a great menu and very reasonable prices. We had a wonderful time and will definitely be back. You don't find tearooms like this very often, it's a little gem

It 's ok to have a busy restaurant but to pass that busy-ness on to the customer is unacceptable. At booking, you are given a Slot that includes a leaving time. Not good. On arrival, you are hovered over by the waiter asking if you 'd like a drink, or order. Not good. As soon as you order, the meal arrives. Stil not good. The balance of the meal is unexpectedly Carb Heavy. We felt rushed to the point where questions would be pointless. So. Unsatisfying. This was a good restaurant. I 'm sure that the changes have been forced on the management by prevailing economic catastrophes and it won 't be their fault. But this was disappointing.

Great service and quality food. Staff superb. Great atmosphere. Superb choice of menu. Can’t wait to go again.