Lambert's Yard · Tonbridge · TN9 1ER
The River Lounge
Coffee, cocktails, live music & events — a place to linger, laugh and feel at home.
Open Daily
9am – 3pm
Lambert's Yard, Tonbridge
Welcome
A place to linger
Tucked away at Lambert's Yard beside the River Medway, The River Lounge is Tonbridge's destination for great coffee, handcrafted cocktails and unforgettable live events.
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Speciality coffee & teaServed daily from 9am — the perfect morning or afternoon stop.
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Cocktails & drinksA curated cocktail menu alongside wines, beers and soft drinks.
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Afternoon teaTraditional afternoon tea served daily — sandwiches, scones, cake & more.
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Live music & eventsA rotating programme of live music nights, themed events and private hire.
Reserve your table
Join us at The River Lounge
Book your table for afternoon tea or just come in for coffee and cocktails — you're always welcome.
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Opening hoursEvery day, 9am – 3pm
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Bookings9:00am – 5:00pm · 30-minute slots · Other times on request
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Where to find usLambert's Yard, Tonbridge, TN9 1ER
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Groups of 8+Please call us on 01732 500116 to arrange
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Cancellation policyPlease give us 24 hours' notice if you need to cancel or rearrange.
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What guests say
Kind words from our guests
All reviews verified on Google.
★★★★★
"We visited yesterday for the first time with my little boy for lunch, and it was delicious! Both members of staff were lovely and so welcoming. I can't believe it took me this long to visit. 5/5, highly recommend!"
— Reece Hollamby, Google Review★★★★★
"Had a wonderful afternoon tea for 12 people to celebrate a 30th birthday. The staff were lovely, the food was amazing and the private room was decorated beautifully. Would definitely recommend!"
— Stephanie Voaden, Google Review★★★★★
"I had an afternoon tea for my hen party and had the loveliest time! The staff were attentive, the food was delicious and the venue was perfect. I would 100% recommend this place."
— Sophie Buck, Google Review
The River Lounge
Live Music & Events
Intimate live performances, themed evenings and unforgettable nights at Lambert's Yard.
Intimate live music venue
Lambert's Yard, Tonbridge
Private hire available
Upcoming events
What's on
A rotating programme of live music nights and special events. Follow us on Facebook for the latest.
Spaces available
Friday 25th September 2026 · Doors 7:30pm
Amy Winehouse Tribute — Live Music
A tribute night celebrating the music of Amy Winehouse, performed live. Doors open 7:30pm, show starts 8:00pm — an unforgettable evening of soul and jazz classics.
🎤 Tribute act🚪 Doors 7:30pm🎵 Show 8:00pm
£10.00 advance · £15.00 on the door
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More events coming soon
We regularly host live music, themed evenings and special events. Follow us on Facebook for the latest announcements.
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Book an event
Reserve your place
Enquire about a specific event or ask about private hire for birthdays, anniversaries or corporate occasions.
Can I book for a private event?
Yes — we welcome private hire for birthdays, anniversaries, hen parties and corporate events. Contact us to discuss.
Are events family friendly?
Absolutely. Children's afternoon tea is available at £10.95 per child.
Dietary requirements?
Let us know when you book — we can accommodate gluten-free, vegan and nut-free for all events.
The River Lounge
Cake & Sweet Treat Pre-Orders
Order ahead for collection — cakes, traybakes and sweet treats made fresh, plus whole cakes for any occasion.
Order 24 hours ahead
Whole cakes available to order
Collection from Lambert's Yard, Tonbridge
From our menu
Cakes & sweet treats
Everything below is baked fresh and available to pre-order for collection — perfect for an afternoon treat or to bring along to your own occasion.
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Victoria Sponge slice
Classic sponge with strawberry jam and buttercream. Available by the slice or as a whole cake.
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Coffee Cake slice
Rich coffee sponge with a smooth coffee buttercream. Available by the slice or as a whole cake.
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White Chocolate & Raspberry slice
Moist sponge with white chocolate and fresh raspberry. Available by the slice or as a whole cake.
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Carrot Cake slice
Spiced carrot cake with cream cheese frosting. Available by the slice or as a whole cake.
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Chocolate Cake slice
Rich chocolate sponge with chocolate ganache. Available by the slice or as a whole cake.
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Traybakes & macarons
A rotating seasonal selection — ask us what's fresh this week when you order.
Ordering a whole cake? Any of our cakes above can be ordered whole for birthdays, celebrations or private hire — just let us know the size, flavour and collection date when you enquire, and we'll confirm pricing and availability. We recommend at least 48 hours' notice for whole cake orders.
