7 of London’s Hottest Christmas-themed Afternoon teas.
When you’re hitting the shops, there’s nothing better than taking a break with a delicious Afternoon Tea.
From the classic glamour and ambience of The Ritz to breath-taking urban views from The Shard, hop onto an iconic double-decker London bus, with your kids and Bridget’s Bakery. Get ready for a Peppa Pig or Grinchmas tour of London’s Christmas lights.
There’s no better way to finish the year, then enjoy the world’s Number one city for Afternoon Tea extravaganzas.
TĪNG Shangri-La, The Shard
Take in the views, and who knows, you may even spy Santa! Claus! With roast turkey and Cranberry sandwiches, to scones, pastries and a delicious white chocolate and pistachio Christmas tree, this is a scenic delight. Match with a perfect cup of tea or glass of champagne.
Price: £89pp, £99 with a glass of champagne.
Address: 31 St Thomas Street, London SE1 9QU
The Ritz, Piccadilly
This timeless establishment is what dreams are made of. Enjoy a classy afternoon tea with a festive twist, running until the New Year. For some sittings you can also enjoy the Ritz Choir whilst you feast on treats including freshly baked mince pieces, Christmas spiced tea and classic ham and mustard sandwiches.
Price: £105pp; £65 per child (up to 15 years old), except for Christmas Day which is priced at £75 per child
Address: 150 Piccadilly, London W1J 9BR
Bridget’s Bakery Christmas Bus Tours
If you like something a little more eccentric, choose from a variety of different options from this award-winning tour operator. Packages include a ‘Grinchmas,’ Peppa Pig or Christmas lights Afternoon Tea tour of London, all enjoyed from their iconic red London double decker buses.
Price: Adults from £45, Children from £35
Address: See website for London pick-up locations
Pan Pacific London, The Orchid Lounge
Enjoy a festive culinary twist at the stunning Orchid Lounge – tantalise your taste buds with their latest Kaleidoscope Afternoon Tea collection. Perfectly crafted by their pastry team, with seasonal fruit flavours including blackcurrant, raspberry, apricot, and apple. A Southeast Asian dream, with classic British twists too.
Price: £78pp Monday-Thursday, £85pp Friday-Sunday or £88/95pp with a glass of Nyetimber Classic Cuvee MV
Address: 80 Houndsditch, London EC3A 7AB
Biscuiteers
I love their biscuits, so the afternoon tea will certainly be a seasonal treat too. Enjoy a luxurious selection of their signature hand-iced biscuits, delicious winter finger sandwiches and brioche buns, exquisite patisseries, and freshly baked scones. Paired with a Tregothnan tea or a glass of Biscuiteers Prosecco, for a perfect treat to share with friends, children or the wider family.
And that’s not all, customers can also enjoy icing their very own biscuits and you can take these home in a beautiful hand-illustrated gift box.
Price: £48 per person, or £55.50 with a glass of Biscuiteers Prosecco. Available from 1st November.
Address: See website for full details of the icing cafes. Venues include Notting Hill & Belgravia.