Quirky Afternoon Tea In London
Red buses, bad weather and afternoon tea, there's few things we British excel at, but one thing is for certain, we know how to knock up a good afternoon tea. The capital has loads of options for tea time and it's not all scones and clotted cream, there's a brilliant selection of unusual London afternoon teas too. If you prefer your drinks a little more Mad Hatter than Queen of England, then look no further as we've rustled up the best quirky afternoon teas in London.
Last updated on 20th April 2018
Topping the list of unusual afternoon teas in London is the BB Afternoon Tea Bus, a vintage red bus that roams round the city's most iconic sites all while you work your way through tasty goodness. Glide by Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and the Royal Albert Hall as you enjoy treats such as sandwiches, cakes and macaroons.
Located in swanky central London, Mews of Mayfair is a four-floor venue filled with delicious nooks and crannies. Head to this historic spot for a traditional tea time in Lancashire Court which includes cocktail, Champagne and fancy tea options.
Simmons are known throughout London for their quirkiness and the Clerkenwell venue is no different, with retro lamps, toys, trinkets and old school games consoles. And now you can enjoy that with their bottomless afternoon tea, featuring free-flowing prosecco and cocktail tea pots along with tonnes of nibbles. Their Balham venue also serves the bottomless option.
The next best thing to attending the Royal Wedding is indulging in a quintessential British Afternoon Tea themed for the special day. Celebrate Meghan and Harry with sandwiches, royal-themed cocktails featuring some of Harry and Will's favorites, bottomless Prosecco, and classic wedding tunes as you celebrate the Royal Wedding at a London bar.
Located in St Martins Lane hotel, The Den is a quirky London venue that serves afternoon tea. With surreal paintings, subtle touches, and a luxurious setting, The Den also serves a 'Chocolate Dreams Afternoon Tea', which sounds positively dreamy.
From free-flowing prosecco through to mini cocktails and canapes, Voltaire is putting their distinctive touch on afternoon tea. Join the city bar near Blackfriars as they transform a Grade-II Listed venue into a swish and intimate setting with private vaults, a stylish bar area and a Cuban smoking terrace.
Offering both a ladies and a gents afternoon tea, the Karma Sanctum Soho serves up one of the quirkiest afternoon tea events in London.
Not only will you be treated to a delicious Victorian High Tea, but you’ll also enjoy a night of immersive theatre with master of the supernatural Jack Daw, as you solve puzzle and encounter ghosts to uncover the mystery of a missing child over 100 years ago.
High tea and tease serve their offering with a big side of kinky and seductive burlesque and cabaret from some huge stars. Work your way through an unusual afternoon tea in London while black magicians, a show girl, and a honky-tonky piano player dazzle you.
MAP Maison is a cute neighbourhood bar in Dalston full of floral touches and vintage furniture. The East London spot serves up a quirky London afternoon tea in the form of cakes, pastries and the choice of either bubbles or one of their renowned cocktails.
In celebration of the Royal Wedding, The Prince Alfred in Maida Vale is putting on a quirky afternoon tea for the occasion. Fit for royalty, the day will include finger sarnies, cakes and bubbles.
