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East Sussex
Looking for a lavish afternoon tea to remember? We preview venues offering some of the best afternoon tea in South East England from refreshingly good tea rooms to the indulgence of top quality hotels, National Trust properties and even themed events.
From hotels, restaurants, cafes and bistros to pubs, museums and stately homes, there really is more to be discovered where afternoon tea is involved. Many offer a range of mouth watering scones, cakes and sweets to accompany a pot of English tea along with the traditional finger sandwiches.
One of the most popular choices in the south is Cliveden afternoon tea at the National Trust Gardens near Maidenhead in Berkshire. Combined with a stroll around the gardens, bookings are recommended to be made up to three weeks in advance during high season.
High Tea really lives up to its name at Portsmouth's Spinnaker Tower where you can enjoy sandwiches, pastries, cupcakes, scones and more from a viewing deck offering great views of the Solent.
Woburn Abbey in Buckinghamshire is the home of afternoon tea. It's Blue Drawing Room was where Anna, Duchess of Bedford, entertained guests with such treats in he 1840s.
Combine afternoon tea with a wine tour at Bolney Wine Estate in West Sussex or day out in a vintage car thanks to Vintage Days Out in Oxfordshire.
One of London's best afternoon tea experiences with a difference can be found at the Cutty Sark café, underneath the ship. Taste a unique selection of teas just like the ones the Cutty Sark was built to transport.
So why not treat yourself, a friend, a loved one, or a family member to a sumptuous afternoon tea in South East England. So whether you're looking for afternoon tea in Hampshire, Sussex, Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Surrey, Kent or the Isle of Wight, select 'map view' on the list below for our top recommendations.
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Tea Room/Coffee Shop
Basingstoke
Take time out to enjoy a delicious afternoon tea in our 2 AA Rosette Glasshouse Restaurant or on the garden terrace with stunning views over the back lawn.
Country House Hotel
Horley
Langshott Manor intertwines period features with home-from-home comfort and luxury touches. The hotel’s location is convenient and the grounds are simply breathtaking.
Vineyard
Bolney, Haywards Heath
Find out why Sussex sparkling wine has been beating champagne in blind taste tests. Bolney Wine Estate carries a tradition brought to Britain nearly 2,000 years ago.
Garden
Woking
Enchanted Story Trail returns to the Garden this Christmas to entertain 4–10 year olds and their adult companions. Stories and songs await discovery in the magical landscape. Free with normal Garden entry. For more information visit the website…
Vineyard
Staplecross, Robertsbridge
England’s oldest Organic vineyard (Est. 1979) offers pop-in ‘Vineyard & Woodland Nature Trail + Wine Tasting’ for individuals, and guided tours by arrangement for groups 7 days/week Easter to Christmas. Also a range of Tour for Two’ vouchers. See 3 v
Garden Centre
Oxford
A day out at Waterperry Gardens near Oxford is guaranteed to delight and inspire garden-lovers from across the country and the world.
Hotel
Abingdon
Contemporary, luxury living with a vintage twist in the heart of Oxfordshire.
Tea Room/Coffee Shop
Woodstock
Enhance your visit to Blenheim Palace and enjoy a choice of tempting afternoon tea packages, all with a delicious selection of homemade cakes, mini pastries and scones.
Vineyard
Polegate
Rathfinny Wine Estate was established in 2010 near Alfriston in the South Downs of Sussex, one of England’s exceptional natural landscapes, with the express intention of producing some of the world’s best sparkling wine.
Access to the Estate is by
Garden
Egham
Runnymede Surrey Magna Carta 800th Anniversary Garden
Restaurant
Alresford
From the middle of the 18th century, the Swan was the principal coaching inn of the town. This Grade II listed building offers 22 well appointed en-suite bedrooms.
HOOK
Historic antiques centre, bistro and tearoom with over 90 sellers offering antiques, collectables, gifts, furniture, jewellery, vintage clothing, retro items and much more.
Hotel
Beaulieu
A charming 17th Century hotel (former coaching inn) in the picturesque village of Beaulieu offering effortlessly intuitive service with inviting comfort and a stunning Michelin Star restaurant.
Garden
Chichester
Nestled at the foot of the South Downs just 6 miles north of Chichester, West Dean Gardens is one of the greatest restored English gardens open to the public today.
Café
Hassocks
The Barn Coffee Shop and Restaurant at South Downs Heritage Centre
Hotel
Faringdon
Set in 9 acres of grounds on the edge of the Cotswolds and midway between Oxford and Swindon, the Sudbury House Hotel offers traditional comforts with modern facilities.
Cafes & Tea Rooms
Haywards Heath
Whether it is a catch up with friends on the terrace when the sun is shining, Sunday lunch, a romantic dinner, business lunch to impress, wedding or special celebration or event, Jeremy's Restaurant at Borde Hill is the perfect venue.
Tea Room/Coffee Shop
Portsmouth
Located on Spinnaker Tower's view deck 2 and set against the spectacular views over Portsmouth Harbour and beyond
Tea Room/Coffee Shop
Great Missenden
After a walk in the lovely Chiltern Hills, drop into Café Twit at the Roald Dahl Museum for a scrumdiddlyumptious afternoon tea.
Bed & Breakfast
Wantage
Charney Manor, set in the Heart of the Oxfordshire Country side offering an attractive rural setting, three acres of manicured gardens and a sense of History as parts of the Manor date back to the 13th Century.
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