There are plenty of places to enjoy afternoon tea in Kent. You may like enjoying afternoon tea with champagne, or perhaps a gin themed afternoon tea. In the Garden Of England, why not try one of these afternoon teas. Dine on finger sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam, and a nice cup of tea.
Afternoon tea was introduced in England in 1840 by the Seventh Duchess of Bedford. The evening meal was traditionally served around 8pm, and she was hungry by 4pm, so the concept of afternoon tea was born.
Alice And The Hatter Afternoon Tea
24 William St, Herne Bay, CT6 5EQ
If you’re looking for a unique afternoon tea in Kent, then why not visit Alice And The Hatter. The tea rooms offer an individual afternoon tea which includes a selection of seasonal Alice petit fours. Let’s not forget the “drink me” potion and the amazing selection of sandwiches.
Eastwell Manor Afternoon Tea
Eastwell Park, Ashford, TN25 4HR
Afternoon tea was a Royal pasttime so why not enjoy an afternoon tea in Kent where the son of Queen Victoria once resided.
There is the option to enjoy champagne afternoon tea as well. There’s even the option to make the champagne free flowing for 90 minutes.
Chilston Park Hotel Afternoon Tea
Boughton Rd, Sandway, Maidstone, ME17 2BE
You can enjoy classic afternoon tea in the historic country house hotel in Kent. Enjoy a selection of carefully prepared pastries, sandwiches and the finest leaf tea under beautiful chandeliers in the Marble Lounge.
Port Lympne Afternoon Tea
Aldington Rd, Lympne, Hythe, CT21 4LR
Afternoon tea in one of the UK’s safari parks? Why yes of course you can! Enjoy the amazing surroundings with your afternoon tea served on traditional tiers, layered with a selection of finger sandwiches and savoury bites.
Why not extend your visit to see the Dinosaur Forest or book an overnight stay in one of the treehouses.
The Secret Garden Afternoon Tea
Mersham Le Hatch, The Courtyard, Hythe Rd, Mersham, Ashford, TN25 6NH
Enjoy afternoon tea celebrations at the Secret Garden in Kent. Your afternoon tea experience includes fresh hot scones and home made cakes alongside the sandwiches and tea. There is the choice of traditional afternoon tea, chocolate afternoon tea and savoury afternoon tea.
Fleur De The Afternoon Tea
134 High St, Rochester, ME1 1JT
You can enjoy afternoon tea seven days a week between 1-3pm at the Fleur De The tea rooms. There are sweet treats, fruit and plain scones and freshly made sandwiches to delight over along side your tea.
Afternoon Tea At Hever Castle
Hever Rd, Hever, Edenbridge TN8 7NG
If you fancy afternoon tea in a castle, then on your next visit to Hever Castle, why not book yourself a treat. Afternoon tea sittings are at 30 min intervals between 13:00 and 15.30 and last for 1.5 hours. Your afternoon tea will take place in the Anne Boleyn Wing and the price also includes entry to the house and gardens.
Through the year Hever Castle also has some great events, Easter and Christmas activities.
Afternoon Tea At Inn On The Lake Kent
Watling St, Shorne, Gravesend, DA12 3HB
There’s an afternoon tea menu to suit everyone set in the 12 acres of woodland and lakes at Inn On The Lake hotel. If you’re celebrating, why not book an afternoon tea party which can include a private room, balloons and Prosecco.
Spa Valley Railway Afternoon Tea
Why not enjoy a a relaxing afternoon with afternoon tea on a steam hauled train in Kent. You can travel in the heritage 1960s carriages between Eridge and Tunbridge Wells West.
Your afternoon tea hamper will contain traditional finger sandwiches, savoury snacks, scones and cakes. Don’t forget the Spa Valley Railway also has some great events through the year including the popular Polar Express train at Christmas time.