Pat & Charles are Celebrating!
20 years of welcoming you to their Quintessential Old English Teashop & Magical Fairy Garden
2006-2026
Protected By The Nation - A Place Of Historic Interest
The Old Thatch was built circa 1690 and is believed to be the oldest building in the town of Shanklin, having initially been constructed as fisherman's cottages.
Beneath the teashop is a mysterious tunnel that was used by the old-time fishermen, smugglers & pirates to hide their contraband and as a get-a-way when Excise Men came knocking on the door as in those days tourism was not a source of income for the Island.
The Teashop houses itself under three traditional thatched roofs and they are all water-resistant and warm. You will notice there is no guttering and you might have a shower that you did not bargain for!
By 1940, after being used for various other businesses, it was transformed into a B&B for our troops during World War II. Over the years it metamorphosed into the Beautiful Teashop & Magical Fairy Garden you see today.
Several people have seen our resident Lady Ghost, if you see her please remind her she left without settling her Bill!
See Why We're Loved By Our Visitors!
You step into a different world as you enter the tea shop. The gardens at the rear are truly enchanted, with lots of fairies and other mythical creatures to find amongst the plants. Just pop in and forget about the world outside.
What a fabulous tea room with an extra special touch. The fairy garden is beautiful, the food is delicious, and the owner and staff are so welcoming and fun. We would thoroughly recommend visiting The Old Thatch Tea Shop!
Where To Find Us!
4 Church Rd, Shanklin. PO37 6NU
Tel: 01983 865587
