A popular farm shop and cafe near Peterborough has entered a new era after being taken over by new owners who have big plans for the future.
Rectory Farm Kitchen, in Warmington, near Oundle, was taken over by Jake and Carcey Crowther at the end of July after founder Sally Andrew decided to step aside after nearly four years.
Sally, who opened Rectory Farm Kitchen in the autumn of 2022, thanked staff and customers for “incredible” support in building the business up to what it is today.
The cafe’s new owners, who have vast experience in the pub trade, have pledged to build on Sally’s hard work while adding their own twist in certain areas.
Jake, 31, who held the position of head chef at The Woolpack Inn in Islip for 10 years, told the Peterborough Telegraph that the cafe is planning on applying for an alcohol licence to allow for new cheese and wine nights.
The couple also intend to expand the cafe’s offering of fresh produce over the coming months.
Jake said: “At the minute we’re stocking local honey and homeware. I’d also like to look at selling fresh bread and fresh produce from the local community.
“It’s going to be a bit of trial and error, but I’d like to get to the point where we work with local people and promote their businesses as well.”
Take a look inside the cafe below as it enters a new era:
1. Inside Rectory Farm Kitchen as new owners take the reins
Some of the milkshakes now on offer at the cafe Photo: Jake Crowther
2. Inside Rectory Farm Kitchen as new owners take the reins
Rectory Farm Kitchen, in Warmington, near Oundle, was taken over by Jake and Carcey Crowther at the end of July Photo: Jake Crowther
3. Inside Rectory Farm Kitchen as new owners take the reins
The cafe offers a range of fresh bakes Photo: Jake Crowther
4. Inside Rectory Farm Kitchen as new owners take the reins
The cafe’s new owners, who have vast experience in the pub trade, have pledged to build on Sally’s hard work while adding their own twist in certain areas Photo: Jake Crowther