Our Cafe


Meeple Play Cafe in the vibrant centre of Hythe in The New Forest National Park is a welcoming, family owned, independent coffee shop, bar, and cafe. Serving award winning coffee, and an excellent selection of hot and cold food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, we have something that everyone will enjoy.
Our loaded hot dogs, stacked classic sandwiches, and filled bagels are just a few things on the menu to tempt you in. Open late every Friday and Saturday, we also boast a fully stocked bar and an unrivalled collection of craft beers from independent breweries across the country.
COME AND FIND OUT FOR YOURSELF

Our Games
100's OF GAMES TO CHOOSE FROM


More than just food and drink, Meeple Play Cafe is a boardgame cafe for all ages. Our boardgame library is bursting with games for all ages, available to play in store. Award winning boarfgames to suit all tastes Family fun, team showdowns, cooperative, or head to head.
Looking for something to do with kids? A boardgame cafe is all ages family fun, and an awesome way to turn dinner and drinks with mates into something unique and exciting. Think boardgames are boring? We have a range of titles you've probably never heard of, and we're here to teach you to play and make them your new favourites.
Our Play Village
IDEAL FOR PARTIES & PRE-SCHOOL GROUPS


Our Crafts
CRAFTS FOR YOUNG AND OLD


Boardgames aren't for everyone, but the play at Meeple Play Cafe doesn't end there. Getting inspired, creative, and hands on with making and crafting is play too. That's why we have a great selection of craft activities to complete in the cafe or take home.
Our play pass includes paper crafts for young children, and we have a diverse range of craft kits for older children too. Paint your own pottery for all ages is available during our normal hours, but we run a varied programme of evening craft workshops for adults only. Knit and Natter, Sip and Paint, Macrame, Decoupage, Ceramics, and more!
