A sumptuous Afternoon Tea is the ultimate treatand there's lots of cake and experiences to choose from in Cheshire, from traditional handmade cakes at Davenportsand something a little bit differentat Oddfellows, this is your top guide to experiencing an Afternoon Tea you’ll never forget in Chester and Cheshire.
Cottons Hotel | Knutsford
The afternoon teas at Cottons Hotel are all about great quality ingredients and great flavours for the ultimate treat. Choose your refreshments from their Taylors of Harrogate Selection, followed by a marvellous selection of savoury bites and delicacies and a selection of homemade cakes and desserts.Served daily until 5 pm
£24.95 per person, £18 child. Make it special by adding a glass of fizz (Prosecco or Champagne)Call the Restaurant Team on01565 650333 to book your table | Cottons Hotel
Rookery Hall Hotel | Nantwich
A day of indulgence awaits you at Rookery Hall Hotel, where you can enjoy one of the most delightful experiences of afternoon tea Cheshire has to offer.Treat yourself to a truly memorableafternoon teain Cheshire, served in the cosy Drawing Room alongside the open fireplace, or alfresco on the terrace during the summer months overlookingstunning gardens and views of the Cheshire countryside. Why not make a day of it and indulge in a Spa & Afternoon Tea package offering a range of treatmentsdesigned to relax and refresh.
At Rookery Hall you can evenshare afternoon tea with your pooch, as theyoffer a 'doggy afternoon tea' available alongside your own traditional afternoon tea. Priced at £15 per dog it includes dog beer, a Woofin and some treats |Rookery Hall Hotel & Spa
Carden Park Hotel | Chester
You have lots of options when it comes to Afternoon Tea at Carden Park Hotel, you can enjoy a luxurious afternoon tea in Cheshire atGoldie’s LoungeorMorgan’s Bar. Afternoon tea is also available to enjoy inElements restaurantduring your spa day inThe Spa at Carden.
Indulge in your afternoon tea with tea, coffee, or if you’re wanting something a little different, then why not indulge in a glass of Carden Park Estate Reserve Sparkling Wine? Grown on their very own 3 acre Cheshire vineyard, located just 20 minutes from Chester.You can replace your glass of Carden Park Estate Reserve with Warners Gin, Lanvin Champagne, or Bollinger Champagne. Scroll down to view your different afternoon tea options |Carden Park Hotel, Chester
Davenports Tea Rooms | Northwich
Davenports Tea Room is a speciality tea room serving a range of award winning afternoon teas. Themed with Alice in Wonderland memorabilia and murals and even offering themed events such as the Mad Hatters tea Party or Victorian Christmas. With over 50 loose leaf speciality teas, his is a very popular venue for afternoon tea. All cakes are locally made within 20 miles or home made and the freshly baked, homemade scones served warm with Cheshire clotted cream. You can even enjoy Davenports from home with their gift boxed afternoon tea. Bookings available from 12:00 through 3pm – advance booking recommended with at least 24hrs required. For more details call 077733385342 | Davenports Tea Room
The Gardener's Cottage, Tatton Park | Knutsford
The Gardener's Cottage at Tatton Park offers an exclusive dining experience in the beautiful setting of its famous award winning gardens. Full of cosy, cottage character you’ll have the option to be served inside or out (weather permitting) with views of the garden’s beautiful orchard and walled gardens. It's the perfect location for a relaxing specialty afternoon tea, served using garden produceavailable right on their doorstep to create truly unique dishes |Gardeners Cottage, Tatton Park
Grosvenor Pulford Hotel and Spa | Chester
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Enjoy a delectable afternoon tea in the stunningsurroundings of the unique Palm Court Restaurant, Bar & PianoLounge at the Grosvenor Pulford Hotel.Afternoon tea is a real speciality atPalmCourt witha variety availableincluding Prosecco, Laurent Perrier, G&T and Cocktailfeaturing quirky tea based cocktails.A delightful afternoon tea with exceptional servicein a chic yet welcoming setting, with bubbling fountains and the sounds of ababy grand piano tocreate the perfect ambience. This is more than justafternoon tea, this is an experience.
Afternoon Tea is served Monday to Friday 12noon - 5pm and Saturday 12pm - 4pm. It is recommended to book in advance forAfternoon Tea. To enquire or make a reservation call or email Palm Court | 01244 570560 orreservations@grosvenorpulfordhotel.co.uk
Georgian Tea Rooms | Macclesfield
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As well as offering a traditional three-tier afternoon tea stand with homemade sandwich fillings, homemade cakes and homemade scones, GTR also caters for special diets such as vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, lactose free and dairy free.
By popular demand, they are now also offering a savoury tea. Their mini homemade cakes tier is replaced with local pork and beef pie bites, mini sausage rolls, chipolata sausages and mushroom pinwheels. Accompanying the spread is luxury piccalilli and mini cornichons. Available for a minimum of two people. It is served with their traditional sandwiches: homemade potted beef, homemade coronation chicken, egg mayonnaise and smoked salmon. More information on the website.
Mottram Hall | Macclesfield
Afternoon tea at Mottram Hall has retained its popularity ever since the hotel opened its doors in 1940. Put simply, you can’t pay a visit to Mottram Hall without sampling some of the mouth-watering dishes from their afternoon tea menu.
If you are looking for a traditional afternoon tea in Cheshire, then it'sthe perfect choice. Whether you are celebrating a special occasion, or just fancy an indulgent treat, you will be spoiltwith a homemade selection of freshly cut finger sandwiches and warm scones smothered in jam and clotted cream. Plus, you’ll be able to choose from an exceptional range of speciality leaf teas or coffees.
Alternatively, their champagne afternoon tea allows you to mark the occasion with a glass of bubbles alongside your sweet and savoury treats.Mottram Hall's afternoon tea service runs from 12 pm to 4 pm every day of the week. | Mottram Hall Hotel
The Queen at Chester Hotel
Wherever you go in the Queen at Chester Hotel, you will find wonderful areas to relax and unwind. Enjoy afternoon tea in the magnificently restored Albert Lounge and sink into a wonderfully deep chair and relax by the fire. The Albert Lounge at the Queen Hotel is famous for the delightful afternoon tea which has been served for over 150 years. The Queen’s scones are not to be missed! Call or email to book either a Traditional, Champagne or Gentleman’s afternoon tea | 01244 305 000 |The Queen at Chester Hotel, BW Premier Collection | Hotels in Chester, Cheshire
The Mere | Knutsford
Jam and a big dollop of clotted cream, or cream seeping into a warm scone with jam on top – there’s been much debate on right way to indulge in a scone! The Mere encourages you to enjoy your Afternoon Tea in whichever way suits you best. Have your scones before your sandwiches, and (quietly) slurp your tea. When you’re at The Mere, you can make yourself at home. The Mere serves Afternoon Tea from 12pm to 5pm every day in Browns and the Lobby Lounge.Add a little sparkle to your afternoon treat, and enjoy a glass of sparkling wine each for an additional £5pp | The Mere
The Chester Grosvenor | Chester
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Served daily at The Chester Grosvenor since 1882, the tradition of 'taking tea' has been enjoyed by many since its launch and is long established as being the finest afternoon tea in Chester. A Traditional Grosvenor Afternoon Tea for £37.50per person includes sweet creations made by award winning chefs, served along side a selection of finger sandwiches, fruit and plain scones with clotted cream and strawberry preserve and freshly brewed tea or coffee. The Indulgent Champagne Afternoon Tea includes a chilled glass of champagne with strawberries and clotted cream for £52 per person. Afternoon tea is served from 12.30pm to 4:30pm Wednesday to Sunday. Please note that advance booking is highly recommended| The Chester Grosvenor
Crewe Hall | Crewe
Relax in the Sheridan Lounge and enjoy Crewe Hall’s famous Afternoon Tea. The Sheridan Lounge in the old hall was once Lord Crewe’s dining room where he entertained King George V and Queen Mary during their visit in 1913, amongst notable guests. Afternoon Tea is served throughout the week from 12pm to 4:45pm, and booking is advisable by visiting | Crewe Hall Hotel
Peckforton Castle | Tarporley
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Afternoon tea is a well-known and loved English tradition and nowhere offers a more extravagant experience than our 2010 Brasserie. From the classic selection including finger sandwiches, French pastries and scones, to the indulgent choice including a glass of Joseph Perrier Champagne or a refreshing gin and tonic. Afternoon Tea at Peckforton Castle is unforgettable – for all the right reasons. Afternoon Tea from £22 per person| Peckforton Castle
Oddfellows | Chester
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With natty interiors and a huge helping of humour and fun, Oddfellows presents the ultimate afternoon tea with a splash of 'Odd'. Freshly prepared finger sandwiches are served using flavours of the season, including the classic scones, jam, and clotted cream. Enjoy the chef’s selection of treats, inspired cakes and tarts with tea or coffee. To book visit | Oddfellows, Chester
Please note booking in advance is advisable for all of the above establishments.
FAQs
What are the 3 main foods served at an afternoon tea? ›
The traditional Cream Tea menu includes tea, scones, clotted cream and preserves (strawberry is very popular). Very often, lemon curd will also be offered as a scone condiment. More rarely, you may also be served crumpets.
What is a fun fact about afternoon tea? ›It's said that Afternoon Tea was invented in the 1840s by Anna, the 7th Duchess of Bedford. Anna often found herself feeling hungry in the afternoon, so she asked for a pot of tea and a snack to be arranged for her. Over time, she started inviting her friends to join her – and a tradition was born.
Why do people enjoy afternoon tea? ›In Britain today Afternoon Tea is usually enjoyed as an occasional indulgence or to celebrate a special event, such as a birthday, a pre-wedding party, or baby shower with a group of friends.
Do you get everything on an afternoon tea menu? ›Usually consisting of a selection of teas, freshly prepared finger sandwiches, scones, cakes and pastries with all the trimmings, a light Afternoon Tea should allow for 4 sandwiches, 2 scones and 2 cakes (of different varieties) per person.
What do you eat first at afternoon tea? ›The correct order to enjoy the food that accompanies afternoon tea is savory to sweet: sandwiches first, then scones, and sweets last. You can use your fingers to eat all three courses. To eat a scone, you simply break it in half with your fingers.
What type of person would eat afternoon tea? ›Historically, afternoon tea was considered to be a ladies' social occasion, and it is more often enjoyed by women than men to this day.
What is a famous quote about Afternoon Tea? ›- “Where there's tea there's hope.” ...
- “We are like Tea, we don't know our own Strength until we're in Hot Water” ...
- “Tea will take you there” ...
- “Tea to the English is really a picnic indoors” ...
- “Sometimes all you need is a good cup of Tea” ...
- “The Adventure begins with Tea” ...
- “Tea is always a good idea”
People usually have afternoon tea between 3 and 5pm, and 4pm is often cited as the best time for afternoon tea. Many hotels and restaurants offer it from noon until early evening, though, so you don't have to stick to the rules if you want to have it earlier or later.
What is the difference between high tea and afternoon tea? ›Delectable scones, tea sandwiches, and cakes are the hallmark of an afternoon tea, which is served in midafternoon. A high tea, however, includes much more substantive fare, such as meat, fish, and egg dishes, as well as breads and desserts, and is offered in the early evening.
Why is it called afternoon tea? ›The concept of Afternoon Tea appeared during the mid-19th century. Anna, the seventh Duchess of Bedford, introduced the concept of Afternoon Tea in 1840. The Duchess got hungry around four o'clock in the afternoon, and the evening's meal wasn't until 8 pm. That meant there was a long time between lunch and dinner.
Why do the British drink afternoon tea? ›
Afternoon tea is a tradition that is a part of English history. It all started in the 1800's when Anna, the 7th Duchess of Bedford who, at the time was a close friend of Queen Victoria and a prominent figure within London society complained of "having that sinking feeling" during the late afternoon.
Do you tip after afternoon tea? ›It's not your average plated meal, so what's the appropriate gratuity? “Tea servers are working just as hard as traditional meal servers and have studied diligently to learn the different varieties of teas, the menu, the types of Champagne, etc. So, tip the same as a standard meal,” suggests Mercer.
How many sandwiches per person for afternoon tea? ›TEA-TIME TIPS
Allow 3-4 sandwiches per person. But don't prepare them too early as they will either go soggy or dry out.
Afternoon tea time is around 4PM, between lunch and dinner. The light meal is not meant to replace dinner but instead to tide you over until dinner which was usually at 8PM for the upper class.
Can you wear jeans to afternoon tea? ›Afternoon Tea Dress
Dressing for afternoon tea can be modified to however smart or casual you may feel. While you can get away with a smart top and jeans, if you don't want to dress up, many ladies choose to take the opportunity to don a pretty frock.
Morning Tea – 3-5 pieces. Lunch - 8-10 pieces. Afternoon Tea – 3-5 pieces. Dinner 8-10 pieces.
Do you put milk in afternoon tea? ›Milk should be added after the tea so you can properly gauge how much you need to balance the strength of the brew. Though this is one of the most hotly debated of all the tea-related enigmas! Forget the strainer over your cup. Serve white tea, green tea, and infusions with milk.
What is high tea etiquette? ›The correct way of stirring tea is to place the spoon at the 6 o'clock position and gently stir the tea towards 12 o'clock without touching the sides of the teacup. Don't fold the tea back and forth or side to side. After you've stirred the tea, place the spoon on the saucer next to the cup.
What is lunch called in England? ›In most of the United Kingdom (namely, the North of England, North and South Wales, the English Midlands, Scotland, and some rural and working class areas of Northern Ireland), people traditionally call their midday meal dinner and their evening meal tea (served around 6 pm), whereas the upper social classes would call ...
What is the proper tea etiquette in England? ›If sat at a table, the proper manner to drink tea is to raise the tea cup, leaving the saucer on the table, and to place the cup back on the saucer between sips. It's considered rude to look anywhere but into the cup whilst sipping tea, and absolutely no slurping!
What is a beautiful quote about good afternoon? ›
- “Let's take a short break from our life and create something better for upcoming people in our life, Good Afternoon.”
- “Good, better, best. Never let it rest. 'Til your good is better and your better is best. Good Afternoon.”
- “The afternoon knows what the morning never suspected.”
Afternoon tea, also known as “low tea,” is most often taken at a low table, like a coffee table in the sitting room before a warm fire. (Of course, it can also be served at a dining table.)
What is Her Majesty's Favourite meal said to be afternoon tea especially when it includes? ›Royal tradition says Afternoon Tea is celebrated “between 3 pm and 5 pm with an assortment of cakes, pastries, dainty sandwiches and, of course, scones with clotted cream, curd, and strawberry preserves.”
What time did Queen Elizabeth have afternoon tea? ›The duchess asked that tea, cake, and bread and butter be brought to her room every day at 5 p.m., and the custom soon spread among the upper classes. Nearly two centuries later, and the trend has spread to hotels and tea shops around the world. (Maybe the desire for cake is why the British drink so much tea.)
Do you wear a hat to high tea? ›Hats are OUT for high tea events – one simply does not wear a hat at the table sweethearts. Although there are two jolly good exceptions to this rule – for Winter high tea you could wear a wool beret and for Summer High Tea outdoors you should protect your precious face from the sun.
What snacks go well with tea? ›Best Snacks for Tea
For example, simple finger sandwiches with fresh bread, light creamy cheese or avocado and salmon are a great choice, especially with green tea. Fruit salads go well with lighter white, oolong or green teas. Scrumptious scones with clotted cream go very well with traditional black tea blends.
While Da Hong Pao is the most expensive tea in the world and available only at auctions, there is another Chinese tea that is pretty expensive. And while it doesn't have Ming dynasty connections, it is related to a rare animal found in China. The Panda Dung tea uses the panda's dung as fertiliser.
What country drinks the most tea? ›Turkey had the highest rate of tea drinkers in 2022, with nine in ten people saying that they regularly drink the hot beverage, followed by Kenya. Tea is the second most widely consumed drink around the world, coming in only after water.
What is the most basic tea? ›Black tea is the most common tea in the US and is used in everything from Breakfast Blend to Southern Sweet Tea. The leaves are typically black or dark brown and have a higher caffeine content than other varieties of tea. Black teas have a robust flavor profile and can become bitter if over-brewed.
What is tea time called in England? ›The Salt is here to explain British social tea times. First up is elevenses, which you might have heard of as a hobbit's third meal of the day. Outside of Middle Earth, this late-morning work break involves a light snack — think muffins, scones or biscuits — and a hot tea or coffee.
What do you eat at a tea party? ›
In addition to finger sandwiches, some tea party menus include other savories, such as savory scones, soups, quiches or lighter savory snacks, like seasoned nuts or cheese and crackers. If you are throwing a themed tea party, careful selection of other savories can help add to your theme.
Why do Americans call afternoon tea high tea? ›The phrase 'high tea' started to be used to describe a working-class meal served at a high table and high back dining chairs at the end of a long workday. The tea would be accompanied by a hot meal.
Is afternoon tea a thing in America? ›Any confusion when one is visiting different parts of the country can easily be solved by explicitly asking for either "hot tea" or "iced tea." Afternoon tea, as a meal, is rarely served in the U.S. except in ritualized special occasions such as the tea party or an afternoon out at a high-end hotel or restaurant, which ...
What is the tradition of 5 o'clock tea? ›Tea Time, also known as "Afternoon Tea" or "Five o'clock Tea", is a tradition that comes straight from England and consists of getting together with family or friends for tea and a few delicacies to taste. It is a rather friendly brunch that usually takes place in the afternoon, around 3:30 and 5:00 PM.
What time is dinner in England? ›Lunch - between 12:00 and 1:30 p.m. Dinner (sometimes called Supper) - The main meal. Eaten anytime between 6:30 and 8:00 p.m. (Evening meal)
What kind of milk do British put in tea? ›What Kind of Milk do British Put in Tea? Usually, and in the past it's been whole milk that Brits use in their tea. In the US, 2% milk is passable, but don't offer me 1% or even talk to me about skim milk. The cream that's in whole milk adds a lot to the flavor of a cuppa.
What do Brits eat with afternoon tea? ›Tea should be served with both savoury and sweet snacks. There should be sandwiches, scones, pastries and cakes—served in this order: Savoury (finger sandwiches with various fillings); neutral (scones, crumpets, buns); sweet (cakes, biscuits, pastries).
How do you eat finger sandwiches at afternoon tea? ›Order of eating
Finger sandwiches served at afternoon tea always have their crusts cut off and are served in small squares, rectangles or triangles – ideal for eating by hand.
It takes place by the fireplace in the salon given homage to Marcel Proust, under his watchful portrait's eyes. Proust could also be checking on the dress code: it's smart casual chic attire – so even if you do wear jeans, please be smart.
Do you eat afternoon tea with a knife and fork? ›Yes, absolutely! Again, the cakes at afternoon tea are generally small and bite-sized, but occasionally you may get tarts or slices of Victoria sponge and these should be eaten with a knife and fork.
Can you ask for more food at afternoon tea? ›
You can ask for more scones, sandwiches, cakes and tea—not that you'll need it. Afternoon tea is usually quite filling, which brings us to our next point… Do treat afternoon tea as a meal. If have a big dinner booked after your afternoon tea, chances are that you won't enjoy it.
Do Brits still have afternoon tea? ›The tradition is still quintessentially British, and many Brits still make time to sit and enjoy the propriety and civility of this the quaintest of English dining customs, just not on a daily basis.
What traditional food is served in afternoon tea? ›Usually consisting of a selection of teas, freshly prepared finger sandwiches, scones, cakes and pastries with all the trimmings, a light Afternoon Tea should allow for 4 sandwiches, 2 scones and 2 cakes (of different varieties) per person.
What do Brits eat at tea time? ›Traditional afternoon tea consists of a selection of dainty sandwiches (including of course thinly sliced cucumber sandwiches), scones served with clotted cream and preserves. Cakes and pastries are also served.
What are the basic 3 meals? ›The 3 meals a day concept involves eating 3 meals: breakfast, lunch and supper. The average person eats 3 meals a day but some choose to eat about 6 small meals throughout the day. Some claim that eating 5 to 6 small meals throughout the day helps promote weight loss by kickstarting your metabolism.
What are the 3 major meals? ›- Breakfast – eaten within an hour or two after a person wakes in the morning. (Index) ...
- Lunch – eaten around mid-day, usually between 11 am and 3 pm. In some areas, the name for this meal depends on its content. ...
- Dinner – eaten in the evening.
TEA-TIME TIPS
Allow 3-4 sandwiches per person. But don't prepare them too early as they will either go soggy or dry out.
Often, dinner is now eaten for the third meal in America, and dinner is typically the largest meal. Lunch is a relatively new term in American culture, and refers to a light meal eaten in the middle of the day.
What is the largest meal of the day? ›Most people are brought up thinking that dinner should be the biggest meal of the day, meaning they opt for a light breakfast and lunch. However, research has found that a smaller dinner and larger lunch could be the key to helping you shift those weight.
What do you call the biggest meal of the day? ›Dinner usually refers to what is in many Western cultures the largest and most formal meal of the day. Historically, the largest meal used to be eaten around midday, and called dinner.
What time is supper in the UK? ›
Lunch - between 12:00 and 1:30 p.m. Dinner (sometimes called Supper) - The main meal. Eaten anytime between 6:30 and 8:00 p.m. (Evening meal)
What is a late afternoon meal called? ›supper. A light or informal evening meal. Around 6pm-7pm. dinner. The main meal of the day, eaten either in the middle of the day or in the evening.
What is the morning dinner called? ›Breakfast is what you eat in the morning. Lunch is what you eat in the noon. Brunch is a mix of breakfast and lunch, some people tend to get up late and have a meal which covers them for both ie brunch=breakfast+lunch. Dinner is what you eat at night.
How long should you allow for afternoon tea? ›People usually have afternoon tea between 3 and 5pm, and 4pm is often cited as the best time for afternoon tea. Many hotels and restaurants offer it from noon until early evening, though, so you don't have to stick to the rules if you want to have it earlier or later.
How do you keep sandwiches fresh for afternoon tea? ›To make sandwiches ahead of time, assemble sandwiches the night before and loosely cover them with wax paper then a damp paper towel in an airtight container in the refrigerator. This will keep the sandwiches fresh overnight without drying out the bread.
Do you tip at afternoon tea? ›It's not your average plated meal, so what's the appropriate gratuity? “Tea servers are working just as hard as traditional meal servers and have studied diligently to learn the different varieties of teas, the menu, the types of Champagne, etc. So, tip the same as a standard meal,” suggests Mercer.
Can you serve salad at a tea party? ›Just because a tea party features salads instead of desserts does not mean that it has to be boringly healthy. Now is the time to break away from simple green salads topped with a few token tomato wedges and embrace seasonal fruits, unique greens, and sprightly salad dressings that make any vegetable sing.