• Afternoon Teas in the Cotswolds… Festified!

    It’s December 2023, the Christmas season is rapidly casting a festive spell over the Cotswolds, and the allure of the afternoon tea takes on a whole new dimension, one of pure cosiness. 

    Now, picture yourself enveloped in the wonderful atmosphere of one of our beautiful, charming Cotswold hotels, where the aroma of freshly brewed tea mingles with the enticing scent of festive treats. Imagine savouring delicate finger sandwiches filled with the finest seasonal ingredients, each bite a symphony of flavours that perfectly complements the ambiance. And indulging in a selection of delectable cakes, their festive decorations adding a touch of whimsy to your afternoon indulgence. That……. is what the Festive Afternoon Tea in the Cotswolds is all about. 

     

     

    In no particular order, these are 14 completely wonderful

    Festive Afternoon Teas in the Cotswolds

     

    Buckland Manor

    Enjoy a sumptuous home-made festive afternoon tea of finger sandwiches, fruit and plain scones with clotted cream and seasonal preserve, and a selection of delicious cakes.

    BOOK YOUR FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA AT BUCKLAND MANOR, CLICK HERE.

     

     

    Ellenborough Park

    A returning favourite at the wonderfully luxurious Ellenborough Park in Cheltenham is the festive twist on their classic afternoon tea. This seasonal delight includes a combination of finger sandwiches, scones with rich clotted cream & preserves, a top tier of warm, mulled, spiced & festive sweet treats and your choice of freshly brewed teas or coffees.

    BOOK YOUR FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA AT ELLENBOROUGH PARK, CLICK HERE.

     

    Tewkesbury Park

    Christmas is surely the time for some guilt-free indulgence. So, what better than one of Tewkesbury Park’s festive afternoon teas? Think savoury delights, freshly-baked scones with lashings of jam & cream, and seasonal sweet treats. Oh, and unlimited loose-leaf Clifton tea or coffee, of course.

    BOOK YOUR FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA AT TEWKESBURY PARK, CLICK HERE.

     

    Billesley Manor

    Indulge in a delectable afternoon tea in this wonderful luxury hotel in Stratford-upon-Avon. Settle into plush sofas in the Great Hall Bar or enjoy more formal dining in the Stuart Restaurant.

    BOOK YOUR FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA AT BILLESLEY MANOR, CLICK HERE.

     

    The Greenway  Hotel

    We don’t think there is anything better, or more ‘of the season’ than curling up in a deep armchair in front of a roaring fire, surrounded by decorations and the hum of Christmas conversation as you wait for someone to bring you something delicious to eat.

    The cream teas and full afternoon teas are a beautifully presented selection of festive fancies, mince pies, sandwiches, cakes and scones. Why not add a glass of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label to really get into the Christmas spirit?

    BOOK YOUR FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA AT THE GREENWAY, CLICK HERE.

    Festive Afternoon Tea at The Greenway Hotel in Cheltenham.

     

    The Lygon Arms

    Afternoon Tea at The Lygon Arms in Broadway is always a special event, not least around Christmas. This year, the delicious festive afternoon tea offering at The Lygon Arms includes such delicate sweet treats as spiced apple and speculoos tart, clementine and cardamom Gateaux opera and gingerbread and eggnog trifle… oh, but just YUM! The Lygon’s festive afternoon tea menu is available until the 6th of January.

    BOOK YOUR FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA AT THE LYGON ARMS, CLICK HERE.

     

    The Slaughters Manor

    Is there anything better, or more ‘of the season’ than curling up in a deep armchair in front of a roaring fire, surrounded by decorations and the hum of Christmas conversation as you wait for someone to bring you something delicious to eat? Surely not. Brockencote Hall’s festive afternoon tea is a beautifully presented selection of festive fancies, mince pies, sandwiches, cakes and scones. Why not add a glass of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label to really get into the Christmas spirit?

    BOOK YOUR FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA AT THE SLAUGHTERS MANOR, CLICK HERE.

     

    Brockencote Hall

    Is there anything better, or more ‘of the season’ than curling up in a deep armchair in front of a roaring fire, surrounded by decorations and the hum of Christmas conversation as you wait for someone to bring you something delicious to eat? Surely not. Brockencote Hall’s festive afternoon tea is a beautifully presented selection of festive fancies, mince pies, sandwiches, cakes and scones. Why not add a glass of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label to really get into the Christmas spirit?

    BOOK YOUR FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA AT BROCKENCOTE HALL, CLICK HERE.

     

    Burleigh Court

    The completely wonderful and beautiful Burleigh Court Hotel in Minchinhampton are serving a festive themed afternoon tea.

    Take a break from the mundane and unwind in beautiful settings and enjoy a selection of homemade classic savoury treats including a range of finger sandwiches, accompanied with scones and an array of Christmas themed, dainty cakes bursting with festive flavour.

    BOOK YOUR FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA AT BURLEIGH COURT, CLICK HERE.

     

    Mallory Court

    Mallory Court is one of the most wonderful hotels we have in and around the Cotswolds and nothing could be more delightful than enjoying their Festive Afternoon Tea to get in the Christmas spirit. The festive afternoon tea is a beautifully presented selection of festive fancies, mince pies, sandwiches, cakes and scones.

    BOOK YOUR FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA AT MALLORY COURT, CLICK HERE.

    Festive Afternoon Tea at Mallory Court near Leamington Spa.

     

    The Cotswold Outpost

    The wonderful cafe, shop and deli just outside Burford is the perfect destination for enjoying a couple of hours of festive cheer this December.

    BOOK YOUR FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA AT THE COTSWOLD OUTPOST, CLICK HERE.

     

    Charingworth Manor

    Wonderful Charingworth Manor serve their delicious afternoon tea on selected days from 1pm – 4pm, the hotel’s lounge and restaurant serves a delicious range of classic tea-time treats, including sandwiches and a selection of the team’s favourite home-made sweet treats to both visitors and residents alike.

    BOOK YOUR FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA AT CHARINGWORTH MANOR, CLICK HERE.

     

    Minster Mill

    Snuggle up in front of our fire with the whole family and indulge in our Winter full afternoon tea at the Minster Mill Hotel and Spa.

    Freshly baked warm fruit and plain scones, assorted homemade cakes and pastries, strawberry and raspberry preserves, clotted cream, a selection of freshly cut sandwiches, served with your choice of Newby teas or coffee.

    BOOK YOUR FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA AT MINSTER MILL, CLICK HERE.

     

    The Arden

    In the heart of the iconic Stratford-upon-Avon is the completely fabulous The Arden Hotel. Their culinary offering and their service level are second to none, so this is surely the perfect place to enjoy a lovely treat before Christmas. The festive afternoon tea is a beautifully presented selection of festive fancies, mince pies, sandwiches, cakes and scones.

    BOOK YOUR FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA AT THE ARDEN, CLICK HERE.

     

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