Devon


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-boringdon-hall-hotel-amp-spa-plymouth"><a href="https://boringdonhall.co.uk/dining-drinks/afternoon-tea/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Boringdon Hall Hotel &amp; Spa</a>, Plymouth</h2>



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<p>Boringdon are serving up a&nbsp;Wimbledon-inspired Afternoon Tea&nbsp;from 29th June to 12th July. Taking centre court in the hotel&#8217;s magnificent Great Hall, the limited-edition menu is the ace in the crown of the season, featuring a winning line-up of savoury bites, freshly baked fruit and plain scones with clotted cream and preserves, and a selection of tennis-themed cakes. <em>£35</em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-ivy-exeter"><a href="https://ivycollection.com/restaurants-near-me/the-ivy-south-west/the-ivy-exeter/afternoon-tea-menu/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Ivy</a> Exeter </h2>



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<p>For a dash of glamour, book a table at The Ivy Exeter, where afternoon tea is served with all the elegance you&#8217;d expect from this stylish city-centre favourite. Expect a beautifully presented selection of savoury bites, including smoked salmon choux buns and chicken and truffle brioche rolls, followed by warm fruit scones with clotted cream and strawberry preserve, plus indulgent sweet treats such as crème brûlée, a dark chocolate and salted caramel plant pot and lemon and poppy seed muffins. Upgrade to a glass of Champagne for a truly decadent afternoon. <em>£35.95/£45.95pp with Champagne</em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-rhs-garden-rosemoor-great-torrington"><a href="https://www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/rosemoor/food-drink/afternoon-tea-menu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">RHS Garden Rosemoor</a>, Great Torrington</h2>



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<p>If your idea of afternoon tea includes a side order of spectacular gardens, RHS Rosemoor is hard to beat. Served in the light-filled Garden Restaurant overlooking one of Devon&#8217;s most beautiful horticultural settings, this seasonal afternoon tea celebrates local produce and garden-grown ingredients wherever possible. Expect a tempting spread of savoury bites, freshly baked scones with local clotted cream and homemade preserves, and beautifully crafted sweet treats, all served with tea or coffee and a glass of prosecco. Perfect for marking a special occasion or simply extending a day spent wandering the blooms, it&#8217;s a wonderfully civilised way to while away an afternoon. <em>£30pp</em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-ocean-view-at-the-dome-plymouth"><a href="https://oceanviewplymouth.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/OV-Afternoon-Tea-Menu.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ocean View at The Dome</a>, Plymouth</h2>



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<p>Want an elegant sea view with that finger sarnie? Tuck into a miniaturist’s dream of sweet and savoury fancies, sitting pretty perched above Tinside Lido and ocean views. Don&#8217;t miss their Weekday special offer: a free 125ml glass of Champagne when you pre-book an afternoon tea Monday to Friday between 12-5pm. <em>£29.95pp</em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-lympstone-manor-exmouth"><a href="https://lympstonemanor.co.uk/dine/afternoon-tea/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lympstone Manor</a>, Exmouth</h2>



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<p>A 5-star experience you&#8217;re after? Reserve your Michelin-starred seat in Michael Caines&#8217; dining room or lounge for what you know will be excellence on a plate, with local jam and Rodda&#8217;s clotted cream, plus delicate French pâtisseries. If the sun is shining, you can take tea on the terrace overlooking the vineyard and sparkling views of the River Exe estuary. <em>£55/ £80 Champagne </em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-arundell-lifton"><a href="https://www.thearundell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Afternoon-Tea.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Arundell</a>, Lifton</h2>



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<p>Take tea in an iconic fly fishing hotel dating back the 1920s, sitting pretty on the Devon/Cornwall border, along 22 miles of the River Tamar. Foodies love it here for  traditional home-cooked menu, and exquisite afternoon teas served on linen luxury in the Arundell restaurant. Choose from a classic Cream Tea or Afternoon Tea depending on your appetite.&nbsp;The iconic <a href="https://brentorchurch.org.uk/about/st-michael-de-rupe/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">St Michael de Rupe </a>13th century church perched on Brentor is close by for a wander afterwards. <em>£19.50</em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-bath-hotel-lynmouth"><a href="https://www.bathhotellynmouth.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TipsyTea.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Bath Hotel</a>, Lynmouth </h2>



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<p>Much for the eyes and mouth to feast on at this stylish coastal hotel, whether you&#8217;re a fan of classic cream teas, decadent treats, or a little something extra. Choose from a classic Devonshire Cream Tea to the indulgent Tipsy Tea with a. teapot cocktail served alongside your finger sarnies. Then wander to the beach just footsteps away to walk it off. <em>From £19.50.</em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-bovey-castle-north-bovey"><a href="https://www.boveycastle.com/afternoon-tea/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bovey Castle</a>, North Bovey </h2>



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<p>With its dramatic Dartmoor location, impressively long driveway and grand entrance, Bovey&#8217;s Afternoon Tea is sure to make an impression, even before the first mouthful. On the <a href="https://view.pagetiger.com/bovey-castle/afternoon-tea-menu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">menu</a> are all the ingredients you&#8217;d expect from a 5-star Eden Collection hotel, including delicate macarons, freshly made plain and currant scones served with Devon cream and a selection of tarts, sausage rolls and plump finger sandwiches. Our tip &#8211; take it in the spectacular Cathedral Room with its vaulted ceiling and huge stone fireplace for added opulence. There&#8217;s also Afternoon Tea for kids. <em>£45/£55 with Prosecco/£60pp</em> <em>with Champagn</em>e</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.woolacombe-bay-hotel.co.uk/north-devon-restaurants/afternoon/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Woolacombe Bay Hotel</a>, Woolacombe</h2>



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<p>For afternoon tea with a side of sea air, head to Woolacombe Bay Hotel, where three tiers of sweet and savoury treats are served just moments from the beach. Tuck into classic finger sandwiches, homemade scones piled high with West Country clotted cream and jam, and an irresistible selection of cakes, pastries and fresh berries, all enjoyed in the elegant Bay Brasserie overlooking the North Devon coast. Feeling extra indulgent? Upgrade with a glass of prosecco and make an afternoon of it. <em>£30pp/£38pp with glass of Prosecco/£96 for 2 with a bottle of bubbles</em> </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-bedford-hotel-tavistock"><a href="https://www.bedford-hotel.co.uk/eat-at-the-bedford/afternoon-tea/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Bedford Hotel</a>, Tavistock</h2>



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<p>Steeped in Devonshire history, The Bedford Hotel in Tavistock lays claim to being the birthplace of the Devon cream tea, making it a fitting destination for a traditional afternoon tea. Served in the hotel&#8217;s elegant lounges, the &#8216;Duchess of Bedford&#8217;, their take on the classic high tea, features delicate finger sandwiches, warm home-baked scones with local clotted cream and Hogs Bottom strawberry jam, plus a tempting selection of homemade cakes. All accompanied by endless tea or coffee of course. Upgrade to the sparkling version for an extra touch of indulgence, and soak up the timeless charm of this much-loved Dartmoor gateway.<em> £28/35 with bubbles.</em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-gidleigh-park-chagford"><a href="https://gidleigh.co.uk/dine/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Gidleigh Park</a>, Chagford</h2>



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<p>Take tea in an unstuffy Tudor manor, complete with beautifully kept gardens and sweeping Dartmoor views from the terrace or conservatory. Served in elegant surroundings overlooking the valley, afternoon tea at Gidleigh Park is a wonderfully indulgent affair, featuring freshly baked scones, delicate pastries and seasonal savouries crafted with care. Whether you&#8217;re marking a special occasion or simply treating yourself, it&#8217;s a chance to slow down and savour one of Devon&#8217;s most luxurious afternoon tea experiences. <em>£52/£75 with a glass of Laurent-Perrier La Cuvée Champagne.</em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-hotel-endsleigh-milton-abbot"><a href="https://thepolizzicollection.com/hotel-endsleigh/food/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hotel Endsleigh</a>, Milton Abbot</h2>



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<p>If you&#8217;re after a truly magical afternoon tea setting, Hotel Endsleigh is hard to beat. Tucked away in 100 acres of fairytale gardens, follies and woodland on the edge of Dartmoor, this elegant country house hotel serves one of Devon&#8217;s most enchanting tea experiences. Expect beautifully crafted finger sandwiches, savoury treats, warm scones with clotted cream and jam, and a selection of exquisite cakes and pastries, all enjoyed with sweeping views across the Tamar Valley. Better still, afternoon tea includes entry to the gardens, so you can wander through Humphry Repton&#8217;s glorious landscape before settling in for a leisurely afternoon of indulgence. <em>£40/£50 with Champagne/Picnic Afternoon Tea £30. </em></p>



<p><strong><em>Hungry for more? </em></strong><em><strong>Be jammy and try <a href="https://devon.muddystilettos.co.uk/eat-out/cafes/best-devon-cream-teas/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Devon&#8217;s Best Traditional Cream Teas</a></strong></em> <strong><em>too</em></strong></p>


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