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Bay Tree Cafe in Grove is a straightforward spot that locals genuinely use, and it's worth stopping by if you're exploring the quieter eastern reaches of the Cotswolds near Wantage.
The food and drink selection is refreshingly unpretentious—decent coffee and tea, light lunches, and home-baked items that appeal to both regulars and visitors passing through. You'll find a relaxed feel whether you're meeting friends, reading quietly, or just taking a breather from walking about.
Grove itself is a small village sitting conveniently near Wantage, the historic market town. It lacks the golden stone cottages associated with picture-postcard Cotswolds villages, but that's actually its strength—there's no pretence here, just straightforward village life. If you're walking locally, visiting Wantage itself, or heading towards the Vale of White Horse, this cafe is an easy place to stop, sit down, and recharge before moving on. It does exactly what it's meant to do well, without any faffing about.
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