Afternoon Tea
It is said that Anna Russell, 7th Duchess of Bedford, invented Afternoon Tea in 1840. This was to satisfy her peckishness during the long wait between lunch and dinner. Join us in continuing this ritual – with a twist of Claridge’s creativity – with our legendary traditional Afternoon Tea in The Foyer & Reading Room.
Prepared and served fresh each day, our menu faithfully follows the traditional combination of sweet and savoury. The ingredients include British specialities such as poached Scottish salmon – and our pastries change to reflect the fruits of the season. Of course, at the heart of the experience is the drink itself. From a rich Oolong to the refreshingly complex Claridge’s Blend, you will find teas that complement your food perfectly.
Sample menus
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Opening Hours
Afternoon Tea is served daily between 2.45 - 5.30pm
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Chelsea Flower Show Afternoon Tea
From 20 - 26 September 2021, we will be serving our special edition Chelsea Flower Show Afternoon Tea, priced at £90pp. Sweet sandwiches are served with fresh floral jam, accompanied by themed handmade pastries and a glass of Laurent-Perrier Rosé.
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Festive Afternoon Tea
From 8 November 2021 to 3 January 2022, join us for our Festive Afternoon Tea, served everyday and to the tune of carols from The Southend Children's Choir on Saturday & Sunday. Priced at £95 per person and £50 for children.
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Traditional afternoon tea
Savour a variety of finger sandwiches, patisserie and warm scones accompanied by Marco Polo gelée and Cornish clotted cream - £75 per person.
Traditional afternoon tea
Champagne afternoon tea
Raise a toast to tradition. A chilled glass of Laurent-Perrier Brut or Rosé gives your afternoon that extra sparkle - from £85 per person.
Champagne afternoon tea
Children's afternoon tea
Sandwiches and pastries are specially made for younger guests. The menu also doubles as a colouring book - £45 per person.
Children's afternoon tea
English tradition meets French flair
A timeless English tradition meets French flair as Parisian pâtissier Jérôme Chaucesse introduces an exquisite collection of pastries to the Claridge's afternoon tea menu for the New Year. As MOF Pâtissier Confiseur, the highest accolade a pastry chef can achieve, his delicate designs have become world renowned.
Gift Vouchers
Give someone special a gift voucher to experience afternoon tea at Claridge’s.
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Davies and Brook
Davies and Brook, Claridge’s Michelin-star restaurant by acclaimed Chef Daniel Humm, seamlessly blends London’s eclectic cultural scene with global inspiration.
Davies and Brook
The Foyer & Reading Room
A celebration of Claridge’s art deco style. Take a seat for breakfast, lunch, dinner – or our world-famous afternoon tea.
The Foyer & Reading Room
The Fumoir
Discover 1930s-inspired glamour and perfectly-crafted cocktails in this intimate hideaway.