Eat Out to Help Out: Afternoon Tea
Afternoon tea in London can be quite the expense, with some costing upwards of £50 per person for the pleasure of feasting on perfectly rectangular sandwiches and tiny cakes. But who can honestly say that they don’t enjoy a scone, so heavily laden with jam and clotted cream that the first bite you take leaves bite marks…
To celebrate Afternoon Tea Week, here are some afternoon tea venues in London participating in in the Eat Out to Help Out Scheme or offering other great discounts through August so you can indulge in this great British pastime at an affordable price!
The Chesterfield Mayfair
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#FLODown: The Chesterfield Hotel is offering a brand new afternoon tea experience that is an ode to Hardy’s Original Sweetshop. This is the perfect opportunity to rediscover some of those old childhood favourites. From rhubarb and custard macaroons to Liquorice Allsorts lemon cheesecake to coca cola slices, there is a good selection of treats for all!
The offer: The Original Sweetshop afternoon tea is now only £30 per person, giving you a saving of £10 per person. The offer is valid from Monday to Wednesday from 3 to 31 August.
Location:
35 Charles Street, Mayfair, London, W1J 5EB
Opening hours:
Daily 12.30pm - 5.30pm
Price: £30 per person
Fortnum & Mason
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#FLODown: Fortnum & Mason is one of London’s most iconic locations with a history that dates back to 1707. The department store has a reputation for selling some of the finest rare and exotic teas from all over the world including India, China and Japan. Alongside their own traditional blends and ranges of green tea, it is a fitting location to indulge in a quality afternoon tea.
Their afternoon tea is served in the elegant Diamond Jubilee Tea Salon and includes a selection of freshly baked cakes, still warm scones and freshly prepared sandwiches - all the classic makings of a great British afternoon tea!
The offer: To celebrate their return to service, the Fortnum & Mason Diamond Jubilee Tea Salon is offering one complimentary afternoon tea per two guests. Fortnum's Classic Afternoon Tea usually costs £60 per person and is now on offer for £30 per person. The offer is available until 31 August.
Location:
Fortnum & Mason, Piccadilly, London, W1A 1ER
Nearest station:
Piccadilly Circus station
Opening hours:
Monday to Saturday 11.30 am – 7 pm, Sunday 12 pm to 6 pm
Price: £30 per person
Harrods Tea Rooms
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#FLODown: The quintessential British afternoon tea experience in one of the most iconic department stores in the country. For the first time ever, their afternoon tea experience can be enjoyed al-fresco on the Hans Road terrace. You can enjoy your afternoon tea with some favourites including Aperol, Pimms or a glass of Harrods champagne!
The Harrods Tea Room has temporarily relocated to the ground floor but still retains the elegance of its former home on the fourth floor.
The offer: The Tea Rooms are offering guests £10 off their afternoon tea. Usually priced at £59, afternoon tea will now cost you £49! The offer is valid from Monday to Wednesday from 3rd to 31st August.
Location:
Ground Floor, 87–135 Brompton Road, Knightsbridge London SW1X 7XL
Opening hours:
Monday to Saturday 11 am – 7 pm, Sunday Noon – 6 pm
Price: £49 per person
B Afternoon Tea Bus Tour
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#FLODown: Brigit's Bakery Afternoon Tea Bus offers a new spin on your average afternoon tea. Located on a vintage double-decker bus that drives around Central London, you’ll be able to take in some of London’s wonderful sights including The Royal Albert Hall, Westminster Abbey and Downing Street, all whilst indulging in some tasty cakes and pastries.
The offer: In celebration of Afternoon Tea Week, B’s Bus Tour is offering 25% off their afternoon tea. Usually priced from £45, it will be available from just £33.75. The offer is available throughout August. Use the discount code 'ATCOUK25' to redeem the offer.
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