I had to think about the teas I had been to and decided that I wanted to include a variety of choices for different budgets, So I've included what I think is a 'High end' a 'Mid Range' and a 'Budget' Afternoon tea
Afternoon Tea in London
High End Tea
Mad Hatters tea party - The Sanderson
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An Alice in Wonderland themed afternoon tea!
Tumble through the looking glass into the Mad hatters Tea party!
The attention to detail in this tea is second to none, its set out beautifully right down to the sugar bowl!
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The Sanderson Hotel even provides a drink me potion which from what I recall, tasted so good we had to order another.
A truly magical and delicious traditional Tea!
The Sanderson describes the treats here:
'The red velvet Ladybird Cake inspires tears of culinary joy, and time stops when tasting our chocolate-coated, coffee-flavoured Pocket-Watch Macaroons'
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Vegetarian options available as well.
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Prices from £48 per person
Nearest Tube Station: Oxford Circus
https://www.morganshotelgroup.com/originals/originals-sanderson-london/eat-drink/mad-hatters-afternoon-tea
Comes with a selection of flavoured Tea.
The Ritz
Exceedingly traditional Tea
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A selection of finely cute sandwiches and freshly baked scones as well as pastries and cakes. The ritz provides 18 (yes 18) types of tea!
The best part of this tea is the Dining room, with chandeliers and beautiful mirrors which make the room look bright and light and beautiful, all of this with musical accompaniment, with the Ritz's own in house harpist and pianist!
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Afternoon Tea is served daily at 11.30am, 1.30pm, 3.30pm, 5.30pm, and 7.30pm.
Prices from £54 per person and from £30 for children.
Nearest Tube Station: Green park
https://www.theritzlondon.com/dine-with-us/afternoon-tea/
Mid Range Tea
Oxo Tower Tea
Not Afternoon Tea.
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For the person who would rather have Cocktails and Chocolate rather than the traditional Tea and Scones
There are a few different versions of this tea, but I went for the 'Not Afternoon Tea Experience'
With each item on the menu being inspired by London Markets.
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There is no savory options for the Not Afternoon Tea however you are welcome to order some sides dishes off from our a la carte Brasserie menu on the day if you wish.
If you want to reserve a table with at a convenient date and time, OXO do require your card details for Afternoon Tea bookings to secure your reservation.
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Prices from £20 per person
(I paid £36 for the 'Not Afternoon Tea' Experience which includes 2 bespoke Cocktails)
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Nearest Tube Station: Southwark
http://www.harveynichols.com/restaurant/the-oxo-tower/brasserie-menus/#tab_1
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http://www.harveynichols.com/restaurant/the-oxo-tower/whats-on/time-for-afternoon-tea/
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http://www.oxotower.co.uk/who/oxo-tower-restaurant-bar-brasserie/
Chesterfield Mayfair
Charlie and the Chocolate factory Tea
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Another themed tea. Serving delicious sandwiches and cakes all related to Charlie and the chocolate factory! With a special visit from Mr. Wonka himself (A rather unconvincing wonka but still great for children!)
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Prices from £38.50 per person
(IChildren's tea is £19.50)
Nearest Station Green Park
https://www.chesterfieldmayfair.com/afternoon-tea
Tea on a Budget
Greenwich Fan Museum
Serious Budget Tea
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This is so cheap and a lovely traditional afternoon tea without sandwiches.
you get a pot of Tea or Coffee and a victoria sponge cake PLUS a choice of Salted Caramel or Lemon Drizzle cake. All in the beautiful setting of the museum Orangery
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Prices are £8 per person included museum admission
Nearest Tube Station: Greenwich
https://www.thefanmuseum.org.uk/orangery
The Wallace Collection
Afternoon Tea
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Serving a selection of cakes and sandwiches and set in the beautiful wallace collection restraunt, this tea experience is delicious! and kind to the wallet as well!
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Prices from £20 per person
(£26 with a glass of Champagne)
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Nearest Tube Station: Bond Street or Baker Street
http://www.wallacecollection.org/visiting/thewallacerestaurant