The Sidings

4.7

127 Reviews

£25 and under

Café

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 17, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for brunch
Charming
Good for special occasions

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

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Café, Breakfast, Afternoon Tea
Hours of operation
Wed–Sat 10:00 am–4:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
Phone number
07543 309427
Website
https://www.carriageshereford.co.uk/thesidings
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
Whitestone Business Park, Whitestone, Hereford, Herefordshire HR1 3SE
Neighborhood
Hereford
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Cafe, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout

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.

The Sidings full breakfast – smoked bacon, Neil Powell sausage, black pudding, roasted tomato, mushroom, Peter Cooks toasted sourdough and choice of eggs£12.95
Vegan cinnamon French toast - apple compote, crumble, maple syrup and vegan cream (VG)£10.50
Shakshuka on toast – slow cooked spiced tomatoes, roasted red peppers on Peter Cooks sourdough topped with poached eggs and feta (V)£10.50
Pulled Herefordshire beef on toasted crumpets, pickled onions and a fried egg£12.00
Eggs royale – Severn and Wye smoked salmon, toasted English muffins, hollandaise sauce£11.50
Roasted squash with chilli, lime, coriander on Peter Cooks sourdough with tahini and toasted pumpkin seeds (VG)£10.50
Toasted croissant topped with lemon curd, blackberries, vanilla whipped mascarpone (V)£9.75
Rosemary focaccia, filled with goats curd, tomato and red onion marmalade served with dressed leaves and vegetable crisps£10.50
Ploughman’s – McNeil’s smoked ham, Worcester Gold cheese, chutney, dressed leaves, fresh apple 10.75 (V) - Vegetarian | (VG) - Vegan Some dishes may be altered to cater for vegans, please ask your server. Fruit or£10.75
Add clotted cream£1.50
Rosemary Focaccia£13.50
With pulled beef, chimichurri, garlic mayo and pickled red onions, served with salted crisps
Shakshuka£12.00
Slow-cooked spiced tomatoes, roasted red peppers topped with poached eggs, coriander and feta, served with Peter Cooks sourdough toast

What 127 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

Noise • Energetic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Sidings offers a charming and unique dining experience in a beautifully restored railway carriage. Guests rave about the "excellent food," "friendly and attentive staff," and "relaxed atmosphere." The venue's distinct setting adds to its appeal, and the adjacent farm shop is a delightful bonus. Highly recommended for a memorable visit!

127 Reviews

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Emily
Herefordshire1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
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 today
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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Terry
Herefordshire1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
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 today
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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Gina
Worcestershire4 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
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 today
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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Janet
Charleston2 reviews
3.0
Dined 3 days ago
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 today
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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sharon
Bath3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food very good, staff lovely, great dining experience
The SidingsResponded 3 days ago
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the food and had a great dining experience with us. I'll be sure to pass on your lovely comments to the team. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Best regards, The Team at The Sidings
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Maureen
Herefordshire3 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 6, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Attentive & friendly staff. Didn't find menu overly tempting, but our choices were both very tasty (Ploughman's & Rosemary focaccia option). Busy at lunchtime, but not overly noisy. Location in railway carriage very novel. Will try coffee & cake next time!
The SidingsResponded 7 days ago
Thank you for your feedback! We're so pleased you enjoyed your meal and the unique setting of our railway carriages. Our team always strives to provide a welcoming experience, and we’re glad to hear you found the atmosphere just right. We’ll be refreshing our menu for spring soon, so we hope you’ll find even more tempting options on your next visit—perhaps alongside that coffee and cake!" Best regards, The Team at The Sidings
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Andrew
Herefordshire1 review
4.0
Dined on March 6, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Very good menu and service in original setting. No soft drinks available, except water, for diabetics. Time restriction of 75 minutes takes the edge off a bit. Overall through a great lunch.
The SidingsResponded 7 days ago
Thank you for your review! We're so glad you enjoyed your lunch and the unique setting. We appreciate your feedback regarding soft drink options and will take it into consideration as we continue to improve our offering. We do have a time limit during busy periods to accommodate as many guests as possible, but we always want everyone to feel welcome and unrushed. We hope to see you again soon! Best regards, The Team at The Sidings
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Mr.H.
Bath1 review
5.0
Dined on March 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First visit due to friends recommendation. Excellent Brunch, lovely service. Top quality ingredients. Will return
The SidingsResponded 7 days ago
Thank you for giving us a try on your friend’s recommendation! We’re so glad you enjoyed your brunch and appreciated the quality of our ingredients. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!" Best regards, The Team at The Sidings
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Sue
Herefordshire2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely food delivered by friendly efficient staff
The SidingsResponded 7 days ago
Thank you for your kind words! We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your meal and that our team made your experience a great one. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!" Best regards, The Team at The Sidings
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Hayley
Bath3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, slight wait but oh so worth it. Lovely friendly staff and such a fun location. Love it!
The SidingsResponded 7 days ago
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the food and the unique setting. We truly appreciate your patience and are so glad you felt it was worth the wait! Our team will be thrilled to know they made your visit special. Hope to see you again soon! 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 127 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 17, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

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

Website
https://www.carriageshereford.co.uk/thesidings
Phone number
07543 309427

The Sidings

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Experiences

Afternoon Tea

Menu

Brunch

The Sidings full breakfast – smoked bacon, Neil Powell sausage, black pudding, roasted tomato, mushroom, Peter Cooks toasted sourdough and choice of eggs£12.95

Vegan cinnamon French toast - apple compote, crumble, maple syrup and vegan cream (VG)£10.50

Shakshuka on toast – slow cooked spiced tomatoes, roasted red peppers on Peter Cooks sourdough topped with poached eggs and feta (V)£10.50

Pulled Herefordshire beef on toasted crumpets, pickled onions and a fried egg£12.00

Eggs royale – Severn and Wye smoked salmon, toasted English muffins, hollandaise sauce£11.50

Roasted squash with chilli, lime, coriander on Peter Cooks sourdough with tahini and toasted pumpkin seeds (VG)£10.50

Toasted croissant topped with lemon curd, blackberries, vanilla whipped mascarpone (V)£9.75

Rosemary focaccia, filled with goats curd, tomato and red onion marmalade served with dressed leaves and vegetable crisps£10.50

Ploughman’s – McNeil’s smoked ham, Worcester Gold cheese, chutney, dressed leaves, fresh apple 10.75 (V) - Vegetarian | (VG) - Vegan Some dishes may be altered to cater for vegans, please ask your server. Fruit or£10.75

Add clotted cream£1.50

Rosemary Focaccia£13.50

Shakshuka£12.00

What 127 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

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Make a reservation

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