In the U.K. you can experience this fancy and fabulous British affair any which way you desire. We’ll make it intricate and expensive; we’ll make it basic and affordable; we’ll have it on birthdays, hen-dos, Mother’s Day, random Wednesdays, and as a mate-date Saturday brunch replacement. Today though we’re bringing you all the best places for Themed Afternoon Tea in London!
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Shakespeare Themed Afternoon Tea at The Swan
21 New Globe Walk, Bankside, SE1 9DT
Next to the historic Shakespeare's Globe Theatre in London The Swan Restaurant hosts a fitting Macbeth themed afternoon tea, priced at £40.50 per person. The menu references characters from the tragic play with dishes titled "Lady Macbeth's Blood Orange Tart" and "Duncan's Cream Scones”.
The Macbeth Afternoon Tea is a feast fit for a king – or a king to be – with traditional Scottish flavours from haggis quiche tartlets, Scottish beef brioche navettes, and Tonka bean cremeux-filled lollipops topped with chocolate daggers. Alongside sweet treats such as whiskey-infused macarons. There is even the option for a Gentleman’s Tea, just make them aware when booking.
Mad Hatter’s Afternoon Tea at The Sanderson
50 Berners Street, Fitzrovia, W1T 3NG
Head down the rabbit hole and into the whimsical world of Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland with the Mad Hatter’s Afternoon Tea at The Sanderson Hotel in London. This has been celebrated as one of the best themed afternoon tea spots in London. It was created by the design collective Luna & Curious, and has quirks like hiding its menus in vintage books and using crockery decorated with the tale’s characters.
Priced at £48-£65 per person, this themed afternoon tea promises Tweedle Brothers Choux Pastry, Queen of Hearts jammy dodgers, and Caterpillar Swirl with brown shrimps. There are also lots of cakes on offer, including the White Rabbit Carrot & Plant Pot and the White Queen Minions Macaroon. They can also prepare the food for a vegan preference and cater to other dietary requirements.
Sherlock Holmes Mind Palace Afternoon Tea
W12 Shopping Centre, London W12 8PP
Hosted in a quirky speakeasy bar in London, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes has its own themed afternoon tea spot at the Mind Palace. There are two themes on offer at Mind Palace from mind-blowing mini mysteries to boozy alternatives and prices range from £39 to £49 per person.
The tea challenges guests to solve a mystery while enjoying themed treats like Elementary, My Dear Scone and Baker Street Brownies, with options available for vegetarians, vegans, halal, and gluten-free diners.
Harry Potter Afternoon Tea at Georgian House Hotel
35-39 St George’s Drive, London, SW1V 4DG
The Wizard Experience Afternoon Tea at Georgian House Hotel in London is priced at £40 per person, with optional vegan menu upgrades. The experience provides guests with a wizard’s hat while they brew potions in cauldrons and eat treats like "Golden Snitch" cake pops and "Sorting Hat" cupcakes from Hedwig’s cage.
If you’re looking to extend the magic, why not book an overnight stay in a Harry Potter-themed enchanted chamber at Georgian House Hotel. The rooms are complete with magical inspired decor, helping to firmly transport you to J.K. Rowling’s wizarding world. Or they have a wizard potion making class every weekend.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea at One Aldwych
1 Aldwych, Westminster Borough, London, WC2B 4BZ
What would an article about themed afternoon teas in London be without including One Aldwych’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea? Incomplete! This experience, inspired by Britain’s own Roald Dahl, is priced at £70 per adult and £50 per child. There are golden tickets, Loompaland lemon floss, not-quite-as-it-seems beetroot macarons, blue as a blueberry cake pops, and pots of snozzberry jam for your scones.
Clearly, a Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea promises a scrumdiddlyumptious affair, with treats as weird and wonderful as those produced at Willy Wonka's chocolate factory!
Peter Pan Afternoon Tea at Aqua Shard
Aqua Shard, Level 31, The Shard, SE1 9RY
High above London's skyline – almost like you’re about to fly off to Neverland – the Peter Pan Afternoon Tea at Aqua Shard is inspired by J.M. Barrie's timeless children’s tale. Served on a tea stand reminiscent of the Jolly Roger, Aqua Shard has created Codfish Captain Hook, Tinker Bell cookies, and Tick-Tock the Crocodile cakes. The tea room itself is adorned with fairy lights, pirate ships, and whimsical decor, setting the stage for a truly immersive experience.
However, this themed afternoon tea not only delights the senses but also supports a worthy cause. With £2 from each tea donated to the Great Ormond Street Hospital charity, guests can indulge in double the magic of Neverland, by knowing they’re making a meaningful contribution to a great cause.
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