Afternoon Tea Week at the Treasure Houses of England

Take the English tradition of Afternoon Tea in the finest Houses, Castles and Palaces in England. We have put together our Top Ten signature treats for you to enjoy!

Beaulieu – Enjoy a scrumptious afternoon tea with a wide selection of cakes and pastries all baked in-house in the Brabazon Coffee Shop and Restaurant.  Some produce comes from Lord Montagu's own Victorian Kitchen garden; beetroot is transformed into a delicious moist cake and plums made into jam, to eat on scones with lashings of Dorset clotted cream.

Signature Afternoon Tea – Beaulieu Afternoon Tea

Blenheim Palace - Celebrate Afternoon Tea Week at Blenheim Palace in the magnificent Orangery Restaurant. Blenheim Palace have partnered with 'afternoontea.co.uk' to offer a very special discounted rate for their premium Orangery Champagne Afternoon Tea with Bubbles for the duration of Afternoon Tea Week. Served with trio of tipples from Champagne Besserat de Bellefon Cuvée des Moines range, visitors can enjoy 30% off this afternoon tea booking when placed through the website.

Signature Afternoon Tea – Orangery Champagne Afternoon Tea with Bubbles

Burghley House – Have tea in 'Capability' Brown's Orangery restaurant overlooking the topiary in the South Gardens. Homemade scones jam and clotted cream can be enjoyed in the peaceful and romantic Rose Garden.

Signature Afternoon Tea – Signature Orangery Tea

Castle Howard – Enjoy Yorkshire scones at the finest Yorkshire castle, made by new Head Chef David Haynes. From traditional sponge cake and scones with jam and cream to golden flapjack and indulgent caramel shortbread, enjoy an afternoon treat at one of Castle Howard's cafés.

Signature Afternoon Treat –Yorkshire Scones with Sugar Pearls & Yorkshire Tea

Chatsworth – Enjoy a decadent Afternoon Tea in The Flying Childers restaurant and celebrate Afternoon Tea Week. Indulge in a delectable Wedgwood afternoon tea served with Wedgwood tea, a selection of Chatsworth coffees or an indulgent glass of Laurent-Perrier Rosé with a biscuit rose de Reims.

Signature afternoon Tea: Wedgewood Afternoon Tea

Harewood House - Taste the delights of afternoon tea at Harewood. Relax on the south facing Terrace, with spectacular views over the award winning formal parterre and “Capability” Brown landscape as Red Kites soar overhead.

Signature Afternoon Tea – Discover a special new selection at Harewood

Hatfield House – Delicious cakes, pastries, scones and much more are available from the Coach House bakery.  On warmer days homemade treats can be enjoyed from the outside upper terrace of the Restaurant which looks out towards the front of the House.   

Signature afternoon tea: The Hatfield House Chocolate & Walnut Brownie

Holkham Hall –As part of a visit to Holkham Hall, you will discover the brand new, spacious Courtyard Café with delicious, locally-sourced produce to tempt you.               

Signature Afternoon Treat - Lovely locally sourced Cake

Leeds Castle – Lady Baillie Afternoon Tea at “the loveliest castle in the world”

Treat yourself and someone special to a truly sumptuous afternoon tea, inspired by Lady Baillie's chef de patisserie Maurice Sauget in the 1930s. Enjoy a selection of teas and coffee, traditional finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones and fine handmade cakes in the 17th century Fairfax Restaurant or Terrace overlooking the 900 year old moated Leeds Castle in Kent. Receive 25% off Lady Baillie Afternoon Tea for two during Afternoon Tea Week (8-14 August) quoting code THE16 when booking at leeds-castle.com

Signature Afternoon Treat – Lady Baillie Afternoon Tea

Woburn Abbey - The quintessential English tradition of Afternoon Tea is said to have been started around 1840 by Duchess Anna Maria, wife of the 7th Duke of Bedford, who entertained her friends in the Blue Drawing Room at Woburn Abbey.  Visitors today can experience Afternoon Tea at Woburn at the Duchess' Tea Room or at the Estate's hotel in the village.

Signature Afternoon Tea - Anna Maria Afternoon Tea

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Treasure Houses of England

The Treasure Houses of England are ten of the most magnificent palaces, houses and castles in England today. Members are Beaulieu, Blenheim Palace, Burghley House, Castle Howard, Chatsworth, Harewood, Hatfield House, Holkham Hall, Leeds Castle and Woburn Abbey.  Each has its own unique charm and all combine together to give a fascinating insight into life in England over the centuries

One of the most compelling features of the Treasure Houses of England is that they all offer the visitor a living history. Most are still homes to the great families who have owned them for generations. Others keep their heritage alive by re-creating scenes and events that have dominated and shaped England from the 9th century to the present day.

Between them they house some of the most important art collections in the world with famous works from artists such as Van Dyck and Gainsborough and priceless antiques including Chippendale, Wedgwood and Meissen.

Discover hidden gems and dark secrets, follow walks and adventure trails in beautiful parklands and gardens, enjoy classical concerts, outdoor theatre, family fun and relax over afternoon tea:  the Treasure Houses change with the seasons, move with the times and always have something unexpected to offer, something new to discover.

Find out more: www.treasurehouses.co.uk