Established in 1908 the tea room originally known as derricks has seen many changes even surviving the great flood of cheddar in 1968 to now be proudly owned and run by simon bonnie lion rock tea room is nestled in the idyllic cheddar gorge below lion rock in what was once three stone masons cottages and also cheddars original cheese shop with a wide selection of locally sourced food and beverages on offer the quaint cafe is the perfect place to pause for a delicious meal or afterno