October 15, 2024

Your go-to guide for Thames Ditton

Megan Warrington, owner of local business, Denny’s Books says, “We’re a family-run business selling books, cards and gifts. We’re a small business but a big part of the community.” Here she shares her favourite places to explore in the area.

Where do you get your morning coffee from?
“La Fontana is a fantastic Italian cafe, they have delicious coffee and is run by the friendliest ladies, it’s always busy and has a great ‘buzzy’ atmosphere. They also have a pizza hatch that makes the best pizza and is well worth a visit!”
53 High St, Thames Ditton, KT7 0SF
@lafontanacafe

Village highlight
“I personally enjoy walking by the river near The Albany, there’s a small stretch of grass opposite Hampton Court Palace and is a bit of a hidden gem, it’s great for walking dogs or sunbathing.”

A bite to eat
“Nice Buns has a great menu for breakfast and lunch, and a lovely little courtyard at the back which is a great sun trap, lovely for eating and relaxing alfresco.”
48 High St, Thames Ditton, KT7 0SA
@cafenicebuns

Treat yourself
“Little Foray is my favourite hairdressers, they also offer a wide range of beauty and skin treatments, and is the best place to go for a pamper session. The staff feel like old friends and I always come out feeling lighter after a session there!”
57 High St, Thames Ditton, KT7 0SF
@littleforay

All about community
The Thames Ditton Foundation (founded in 2012), supports the high street in various ways from making the high street look pretty to commemorate national events, to planting beautiful flowers at Thames Ditton Station. They have some great initiatives, such as supporting East Elmbridge Food Bank, Elmbridge CAN (offering refugee support) and Elmbridge Rentstart (helping the homeless and those vulnerably housed).

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