These Are The Best Afternoon Teas In London For Afternoon Tea Week

The Wolseley City

The Wolseley City is making afternoon tea a family affair with a new children’s version of the British classic. Served on a traditional three-tiered stand, the £20 menu swaps finger sandwiches for crowd-pleasers like mini hot dogs, chicken goujons and colourful cucumber and tomato skewers, followed by jam roly-poly and chocolate-dipped strawberries. Usually reserved for weekends, it will be available every day during Afternoon Tea Week, making it an easy treat to pair with a family day out in the City.

Where: 68 King William St, London EC4N 7HR
Website: www.thewolseleycity.com

The Biltmore Mayfair

Inspired by London’s summer social calendar, The Biltmore’s London Season Afternoon Tea celebrates everything from Royal Ascot to Wimbledon through beautifully crafted desserts. For Afternoon Tea Week, guests booking the experience can enjoy the second afternoon tea for half price, making it one of the week’s best-value luxury offers.

Offer: Buy one Afternoon Tea, receive the second for 50% off.
Where: 44 Grosvenor Square, London W1K 2HP
Website: www.thebiltmorehotels.com

The Stafford London

Recognised with an Award of Excellence at the 2026 Afternoon Tea Awards, The Stafford’s offering is among the very best in the country. Served in the elegant surroundings of The Lounge, the experience showcases handcrafted pastries from Aubin Farges and Avneet Kaur, finalists on Bake Off: The Professionals, alongside delicate finger sandwiches, warm scones and an expertly curated selection of teas. It’s traditional afternoon tea at its absolute finest.

Where: 16-18 St James’s Place, London SW1A 1NJ
Website: www.thestaffordlondon.com

The Beaumont Mayfair

Few places do understated luxury quite like The Beaumont. Afternoon tea is served in the beautiful Gatsby Room, where silver stands arrive laden with perfectly cut finger sandwiches, buttery scones and the hotel’s signature ‘ROOM’ pastry, inspired by Antony Gormley’s sculpture that sits atop the building. During the summer months, you can even swap Champagne for a glass of Pimm’s.

Where: Brown Hart Gardens, Mayfair, London W1K 6TF
Website: www.thebeaumont.com

Great Scotland Yard Hotel

Hidden just moments from Trafalgar Square, Great Scotland Yard offers one of London’s most inventive takes on afternoon tea. Seasonal British ingredients shape the menu, with delicate sandwiches, warm scones and beautifully crafted pastries changing throughout the year. For something a little different, upgrade to the theatrical Boozy Teapot, where signature cocktails arrive served from elegant teapots.

Where: 3-5 Great Scotland Yard, London SW1A 2HN
Website: www.hyattrestaurants.com

The Pelham London

After exploring the museums of South Kensington, settle into The Pelham’s elegant drawing room for a beautifully floral afternoon tea. The menu combines classic finger sandwiches and homemade scones with refined pastries inspired by the hotel’s Italian heritage, including an indulgent pistachio tiramisu. It’s an intimate, quietly luxurious experience that feels worlds away from the bustle outside.

Where: 15 Cromwell Place, South Kensington, London SW7 2LA
Website: www.collezione.starhotels.com

Rycrofte’s At The Derby London City

Overlooking the peaceful ruins of St Dunstan-in-the-East, Rycrofte’s offers one of London’s most atmospheric afternoon teas. The Guild Tea Ritual takes inspiration from the City’s historic guilds and trade routes, arriving on a bespoke stained-glass-inspired stand. A dedicated Tea Sommelier guides guests through carefully selected Newby teas, while the menu features everything from Coronation chicken sandwiches to rhubarb and custard tart with viola flowers.

Where: 7 Pepys Street, London EC3N 4AF
Website: www.thederbylondoncity.co.uk

CORD

For beautifully crafted patisseries and impeccable French technique, CORD by Le Cordon Bleu on Fleet Street is the afternoon tea worth knowing about.

Every element is handmade by Le Cordon Bleu Master Chefs, from the delicate finger sandwiches and warm scones with clotted cream through to a stunning selection of seasonal patisserie including a black sesame and hazelnut chocolate creation, a yuzu and kalamansi madeleine and a matcha financier with mango and almond sablé. Set inside a beautiful Grade II listed building, the whole experience feels considerably more special than your average afternoon tea.

Where: 85 Fleet Street, London EC4Y 1AE
Website: www.cordrestaurant.co.uk

Idalia

Idalia’s Summer Afternoon Tea captures the best of the season through elegant finger sandwiches, buttery brioche scones and vibrant fruit-led patisserie from Executive Pastry Chef Lorena Tommasi. Available with a glass of Charles Heidsieck Champagne, it’s a refined yet relaxed way to spend an afternoon in the city.

Where: Olympia Way, London W14 0EY
Website: www.olympia.co.uk

Perola, Battersea Power Station

If you’re looking for afternoon tea somewhere a little different, Perola brings the tradition to Battersea Power Station. Served in the Portuguese-inspired restaurant, expect delicate savouries, freshly baked scones and elegant pastries in one of London’s most exciting riverside destinations.

Where: Battersea Power Station, Circus Road West, London SW11 8EZ
Website: www,joiabattersea.co.uk

Aki London

One of the capital’s most original afternoon teas comes courtesy of Aki London, where Japanese influences meet British tradition. Forget scones – here you’ll find fluffy dorayaki pancakes served with cream and jam, alongside beautifully made sandos, wagyu bao buns and pastries inspired by classic Japanese flavours. It’s playful, inventive and unlike anywhere else in London.

Where: 1 Cavendish Square, London W1G 0LA
Website: www.akilondon.com

Richmond Hill Hotel

Escape the city with The Enchanted Treehouse Tea, a whimsical afternoon tea inspired by the woodlands surrounding Richmond Hill. There’s plenty of imagination on the menu, from rosemary and rhubarb crème brûlée to fig frangipane, dark chocolate marquis and chef’s surprise macarons, all served alongside beautifully executed savouries and warm homemade scones. It feels every bit as magical as its name suggests.

Where: 144 On The Hill, Richmond TW10 6RW
Website: www.144onthehill.co.uk

Taj 51 Buckingham Gate

Inspired by Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Kona’s latest afternoon tea is every bit as theatrical as the play itself. Woodland-inspired pastries, floral flavours and delicate savouries are served within one of London’s most beautiful hotel courtyards, framed by a remarkable terracotta frieze depicting scenes from Shakespeare’s best-known works.

Where: 51 Buckingham Gate, Westminster, London SW1E 6AF
Website: www.taj51buckinghamgate.co.uk

The Franklin London

Follow the yellow brick road to one of London’s most enchanting themed afternoon teas. Inspired by The Wizard of Oz, The Franklin’s Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea transforms beloved characters into elegant pastries, from The Lion’s lemon meringue tart to The Tin Man tiramisu and The Scarecrow’s chocolate mousse ice cream.

Where: 24 Egerton Gardens, Knightsbridge, London SW3 2DB
Website: www.thefranklinlondon.com

London Hilton On Park Lane

Families looking for something a little different will love the Disney Moana-inspired afternoon tea at the London Hilton on Park Lane. Tropical flavours, colourful pastries and playful storytelling run throughout the experience, with creations inspired by Te Fiti, ocean treasures and island flowers, alongside freshly baked Disney Tiana-inspired beignets. It’s a charming afternoon out for children and grown-ups alike.

Where: 22 Park Lane, London W1K 1BE
Website: www.hilton.com

2 Chesham Hotel Belgravia

For a quieter take on afternoon tea, head to this elegant Belgravia townhouse. Afternoon tea unfolds in three leisurely acts, from delicate savouries and freshly baked scones to refined pastries, all served in beautifully understated surroundings. Guests can elevate the experience with Champagne or one of the hotel’s carefully crafted cocktails, making it an ideal choice for celebrations or a leisurely afternoon between shopping trips.

Where: 2 Chesham st, Belgravia, London SW1X 8HQ
Website: www.2cheshamhotel.com

InterContinental London Park Lane

If you’re looking to push the boat out, The Wellington Lounge’s Champagne Afternoon Tea is one of London’s most luxurious experiences. In partnership with Veuve Clicquot, guests enjoy free-flowing Brut Yellow Label or Rosé poured tableside from an elegant Champagne trolley, complete with a theatrical sabrage ceremony. Alongside the traditional sandwiches, pastries and warm scones, it’s an occasion from the moment you sit down.

Where: One Hamilton Place, Park Lane, London W1J 7QY
Website: www.parklane.intercontinental.com

Conrad London St James

The Orchard Room in Bloom celebrates the British summer through botanical-inspired pastries and seasonal finger sandwiches, but the real headline is the InfiniTEA upgrade. For an additional £35 per person, guests can enjoy free-flowing Bollinger Champagne while surrounded by floral displays beneath the room’s striking glass ceiling. It’s one of the capital’s most elegant ways to spend an afternoon.

Where: 22-28 Broadway, Westminster, London SW1H 0BH
Website: www.hilton.com

Pan Pacific London

Already one of London’s most refined afternoon teas, Pan Pacific becomes even more indulgent with optional pairings of Taittinger Brut Réserve or Prestige Rosé Champagne. Combined with the Newby Tea experience and elegant botanical surroundings of Ginger Lily Lounge, it’s an afternoon tea that feels every bit as luxurious as the setting.

Where: 80 Houndsditch, London EC3A 7AB
Website: www.panpacific.com

Harry’s Knightsbridge

Harry’s Italian afternoon tea already feels wonderfully indulgent, but adding a glass of Laurent-Perrier La Cuvée elevates it even further. Sip Champagne alongside burrata, Amalfi lemon tart and Italian-inspired sweet treats while watching the world go by from the terrace — it’s la dolce vita without leaving London.

Where: 27 Basil Street, Knightsbridge, London SW3 1BB
Website: www.harrysdolcevita.com

The Gore London

The Gore champions English producers throughout its food and wine programme, so it’s only fitting that guests can pair afternoon tea with a glass of English sparkling wine. Combined with the hotel’s regal interiors and one of London’s finest traditional afternoon teas, it’s a wonderfully British experience from start to finish.

Where: 190 Queen’s Gate, London SW7 5EX
Website: www.starhotelscollezione.com

Dalloway Terrace

Already one of London’s prettiest places for afternoon tea, Dalloway Terrace is celebrating Afternoon Tea Week with 30% off its Nyetimber Afternoon Tea. The terrace has also been transformed into a blooming English summer garden in partnership with Nyetimber, creating an idyllic backdrop for finger sandwiches, homemade scones and a glass of English sparkling wine.

Offer: 30% off Nyetimber Afternoon Tea (10–16 August)
Where: 16-22 Great Russell Street, London WC1B 3NN
Website: www.dallowayterrace.com

The Kensington

Fancy your afternoon tea being on the house? Throughout Afternoon Tea Week, the hotel manager at The Kensington will randomly choose one table every weekday at 4pm to enjoy the hotel’s Great British Afternoon Tea completely free of charge. Served in the Victorian drawing rooms, the menu champions British produce through artisan sandwiches, homemade scones and beautifully crafted patisserie, with a glass of Nyetimber already included.

Offer: One complimentary afternoon tea table selected every weekday.
Where: 109-113 Queen’s Gate, South Kensington, London SW7 5LR
Website: www.doylecollection.com

The Palm Court At Conrad London St James

Extending the celebrations throughout the month, The Palm Court is treating guests booking its British Social Season Afternoon Tea to a complimentary glass of Louis Pommery England sparkling wine throughout August. Inspired by Wimbledon, the Proms and the capital’s summer traditions, it’s one of the season’s most elegant limited-edition menus.

Offer: Complimentary glass of Louis Pommery England throughout August.
Where: 22-28 Broadway, Westminster, London SW1H 0BH
Website: www.hilton.com

Shangri-La The Shard

Head to Level 35 during Afternoon Tea Week and you’ll be greeted with more than spectacular views. Every guest booking TĪNG’s St-Germain Afternoon Tea will receive a complimentary St-Germain Spritz, while the hotel’s iconic Shard Cake also makes a limited-edition return.

Offer: Complimentary St-Germain Spritz during Afternoon Tea Week.
Where: 31 St Thomas Street, London SE1 9QU
Website: www.ting-shangri-la.com

The Rubens At The Palace

Nothing says celebration quite like bottomless Champagne. The Rubens’ Bottomless Champagne Afternoon Tea pairs all the classic afternoon tea essentials with endless pours of fizz, making it an ideal choice for birthdays, anniversaries or simply making a little more of the afternoon. If Champagne isn’t your thing, there’s also a Wild Idol sparkling alternative.

Where: 39 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 0PS
Website: www.rubenshotel.com

L’oscar London

For one week only, L’oscar is offering 50% off its elegant afternoon tea. Enjoy seasonal pastries, finger sandwiches and freshly baked scones before deciding whether to add Champagne or a sparkling tea alternative.

Offer: 50% off Afternoon Tea (10–16 August)
Where: 2 Southampton Row, London WC1B 4AA
Website: www.loscarlondon.com

Millie’s Lounge At The Ned

Book the Duchess of Bedford Afternoon Tea between 10th and 15th August and you’ll receive a complimentary glass of Nyetimber English sparkling wine, the perfect accompaniment to one of the City’s most refined afternoon teas.

Offer: Complimentary glass of Nyetimber (10–15 August).
Where: The Ned, 27 Poultry, London EC2R 8AJ
Website: www.thened.com