Afternoon tea in London is one activity that most people have on their travel bucket list.
Next time you’re travelling to London, you may want to check out one of these unique afternoon teas. These five places have put a lot of thought into their afternoon tea, and have made it a fun event for both adults and children. They offer something for everyone and are sure to please!
B Bakery Afternoon Tea Bus
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Leaves from Victoria Coach Station & 8 Northumberland Avenue
Hop on-board a vintage double-decker bus for your afternoon tea! Sip on tea or champagne, eat delicious desserts, all while getting a glimpse of some of the most famous sights in London.
We took this tour in October 2019 and really enjoyed it! We’ve written a post all about it. You can view it here.
Brigit’s Bakery is located at 10 Harrington Road, London
This afternoon tea bus tour departs from two locations. You can choose either Victoria Coach Station for departures of 12:00, 2:30 or 5:00. Your second option is 8 Northumberland Avenue. The bus leaves from this location at 12:30 or 3:00. Departure times may change, so check their website for the most current information.
- Phone: 44 (0) 207 589 5895
- Dress Code: Smart Casual
- Gift Vouchers Available: Yes
- Alcoholic drinks are available: Yes! When you complete your online booking you will have the opportunity to pre-purchase any alcoholic drinks, because they are unable to sell alcohol during your bus tour.
- Dietary Options: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, and Gluten-Free menus available. There may be a small additional cost for menu changes. Email [email protected] as soon you can so you can give them a head’s up on your requests.
A few things to know about this afternoon tea tour.
- There is two weeks notice required for cancellation.
- There is no toilet on-board the bus.
- Children under 5 are allowed on the tour.
- The guided tour is pre-recorded and not a live tour.
- The tour & tea lasts approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes
Mad Hatter’s Afternoon Tea
Located at The Restaurant at The Sanderson
Mad Hatter’s Afternoon Tea takes inspiration from Lewis Carroll’s fantastical world of Alice in Wonderland. And everything about this afternoon tea fits this theme to a t-ea!
You’ll find the menu tucked inside a vintage book, the sugar cubes inside of a little girl’s jewelry box and a fun menu that brings this themed tea to life. Everything about this tea is fantastical!
You’ll find the menu tucked inside a vintage book, the sugar cubes inside of a little girl’s jewelry box and a fun menu that bring this themed tea to life. Everything about this tea is fantastical!
Located at 50 Berners Street, London
- Phone: 44 (0) 20 7300 1400
- Dress Code: Smart Casual
- Gift Vouchers Available: Yes
- Alcoholic drinks are available: For an additional cost. Have a look at the menu for details. Looks like they have some fun Mad Hatter themed drinks!
- Dietary Options: Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free menus available.
Peter Rabbit Tea
Located at The Terrace On Piccadilly
I adored Peter Rabbit when I was younger! I had (cough … *have) a beautiful mini box set of Beatrix Potters that are very well-loved. When I found this afternoon tea, I instantly knew this was one to share. It’s just so adorable!
Located at Le Meridian Piccadilly, 21 Piccadilly
- Phone: 44 (0) 20 7734 8000
- Dress Code: Smart Casual
- Gift Vouchers Available: Not that I can find…
- Alcoholic drinks available: Not sure. I couldn’t find any information on their website.
- Dietary Options: Looks like there is only the traditional menu available for the adult afternoon tea. There is a vegetarian menu is available for the children’s tea. Please contact the restaurant directly for more information.
Charlie & The Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea
Located at One Aldwych
This Wonka themed afternoon tea will have you feeling like a kid again. With eight decadent desserts such as golden eggs, cotton candy and milkshakes, this is the perfect tea for anyone with a sweet tooth.
Reservations are highly recommended. Make your booking by calling the phone number listed below.
- Phone: 44 (0) 20 7300 0400
- Dress Code: Smart Casual
- Gift Vouchers Available: Yes
- Alcoholic drinks are available: Yes! There is a variety of champagne available as well as cocktails for an additional cost. Check out the menu below for what’s available, they look pretty fun too!
- Dietary Options: Gluten-Free, Vegan & Vegetarian menus available. Please note they require 48 hours’ notice to accommodate any menu changes.
Science Afternoon Tea & Kids Sci-Fi Tea
Located at The Ampersand Hotel
Inspired by the nearby Science Museum this afternoon tea is perfect for families. Eat your desserts from Petri dishes, dig up dinosaur dessert fossils all with dry ice cascading down from the top.
This tea offers a The Science Afternoon Tea for adults and the Kids Sci-Fi Tea just for kids. I really like that they have a more kid-friendly menu available.
Reserve online via their online booking tool. Visit Science Afternoon Tea here & Kids Sci-Fi here. Click the “Book Now” button at the top right of the website. They do not take reservations over the phone or email.
- Address: The Ampersand Hotel, 10 Harrington Road, London
- Phone: 44 (0) 207 589 5895
- Dress Code: Smart Casual
- Gift Vouchers Available: Yes
- Alcoholic drinks available: Yes, for an additional cost
- Dietary Options: Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free menus available
Conclusion
There are soooo many afternoon teas in London, it’s a bit of a daunting task trying to decide which your family will enjoy the most. Hopefully, this list has helped narrow it down for you.
What are your favourite afternoon tea spots in London? Do you like these modern & unique take or do you prefer traditional afternoon tea?
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