Some places make you want to stay for one more coffee. We think Woodmill is one of them. Tucked beside the River Itchen, it’s a little pocket of calm with plenty going on just beyond the café door.
Set beside the River Itchen at Woodmill, our café is a place to stop for a good coffee, enjoy breakfast or brunch, catch up with friends and make the most of the surrounding riverside setting. Whether you're visiting before a walk, meeting someone for a relaxed lunch or simply passing through, we're glad you're here.
A journal for life at Woodmill
Welcome to The Woodmill Journal. Think of it as a note from our corner of the river: café news, things worth doing, people worth meeting and the occasional excuse to linger over brunch.
We'll use this space to share what's happening at Woodmill Coffee Kitchen: seasonal food and drink updates, news from the team, upcoming events and the occasional behind-the-scenes glimpse of café life. We'll also celebrate the places and people that make Woodmill such a lovely spot to visit, from riverside walks to activities on the water.
More than a coffee stop
Woodmill is a wonderful starting point for exploring this part of Southampton. Riverside Park and the River Itchen are close by, and there is plenty to discover whether you're arriving on foot, by bicycle or after time out on the water.
It's also home to The SUP Company at Woodmill, so anyone interested in paddleboarding and watersports can explore what's on offer nearby.
Come and say hello
If you haven't visited us before, we'd love to welcome you. Find us on Woodmill Lane, Southampton, SO18 2JR. You can plan your visit using our Visit Us page, take a look at our menus, or discover nearby routes in our riverside walks guide.
Thanks for joining us at the start of The Woodmill Journal. We look forward to sharing a little more of life by the river with you.
The Woodmill Coffee Kitchen team