Afternoon Tea at the Montague on the Gardens Hotel

Description

Afternoon Tea at The Montague on the Gardens Hotel

Tucked away beside The British Museum in Bloomsbury, Afternoon Tea at The Montague on the Gardens Hotel is one of Central London’s most elegant hidden gems for traditional afternoon tea, Champagne celebrations and seasonal experiences.

Served daily overlooking peaceful private gardens, guests can enjoy Afternoon Tea in the sophisticated conservatory, elegant tea room or outdoor terrace during warmer months — making this one of the most picturesque afternoon tea spots in London. Whether you're planning a birthday celebration, baby shower, date day, family treat or special occasion, The Montague combines classic British charm with luxury hospitality in a beautiful Georgian townhouse setting.

Expect beautifully presented tiers filled with freshly hand-cut finger sandwiches, warm plain and raisin scones with clotted cream and homemade preserves, handcrafted pastries and seasonal cakes, alongside a premium selection of loose-leaf teas. Guests can also upgrade with Champagne, bottomless Champagne packages or themed seasonal menus throughout the year.

Why Book Afternoon Tea at The Montague on the Gardens?

  • Luxury afternoon tea near The British Museum
  • Outdoor terrace and conservatory dining
  • Traditional, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and halal-friendly menus available
  • Children’s Afternoon Tea and family-friendly experiences
  • Champagne Afternoon Tea options
  • Seasonal themed afternoon teas throughout the year
  • Ideal for birthdays, baby showers, celebrations and group bookings
  • Moments from Covent Garden, Russell Square and London theatreland
  • Traditional Afternoon Tea

 

The Montague’s Traditional Afternoon Tea celebrates one of Britain’s best-loved rituals with an indulgent selection of classic finger sandwiches, freshly baked fruit and plain scones, seasonal pastries and delicate cakes.

Served daily from 1 pm to 5 pm, this elegant experience is perfect for tourists exploring Central London, pre-theatre treats, special occasions or leisurely afternoons with friends.

 

Seasonal Afternoon Tea Experiences

The Montague is known for its rotating calendar of themed Afternoon Teas and seasonal dining experiences, giving guests a reason to return throughout the year.

Expect limited-edition experiences, including:

  • Pre-theatre Afternoon Tea - Learn more about The Montague on the Gardens and Avenue Q experience here: Avenue Q
  • Open Gardens Afternoon Tea experiences - more details here 
  • Wimbledon Afternoon Tea  - more details here 
  • Afternoon Tea Week specials  
  • Halloween Afternoon Tea
  • Festive Afternoon Tea - more details here
  • Champagne collaborations and special menus
  • Children's Afternoon Tea

Perfect for family days out in London, the Children’s Afternoon Tea includes fun sweet treats, sandwiches, cupcakes and hot chocolate or soft drinks for younger guests.

The relaxed yet elegant atmosphere makes The Montague ideal for multi-generational celebrations, birthdays and family occasions.

Perfect For

  • Afternoon tea near The British Museum
  • Luxury afternoon tea in Central London
  • Baby showers and birthdays
  • Mother’s Day celebrations
  • Romantic dates in London
  • Family-friendly afternoon tea
  • Pre-theatre dining near Covent Garden
  • Tourists looking for a classic British experience
  • Champagne afternoon tea in Bloomsbury
  • Group celebrations and private parties

What's on

Wimbledon Afternoon Tea
Wimbledon Afternoon Tea at The Montague on the Gardens 29th June – 12th July 2026 Celebrate the most iconic tournament of the British summer…

Mon, 29th Jun 2026 - Sun, 12th Jul 2026

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Festive Afternoon Tea
Festive Afternoon Tea at Montague on the Gardens Available for guests to enjoy throughout December excluding Christmas Day Let the festivespirit…

Mon, 30th Nov 2026 - Sun, 3rd Jan 2027

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Vouchers

Info

  • Happily Affordable ££
  • None
  • No trainers, No hoodies, Smart casual
  • 1

Hours

Day Open Close Notes
Monday 13:00 17:00
Tuesday 13:00 17:00
Wednesday 13:00 17:00
Thursday 13:00 17:00
Friday 13:00 17:00
Saturday 13:00 17:00
Sunday 13:00 17:00

Location

Address

Afternoon Tea at the Montague on the Gardens Hotel, The Montague on the Gardens, 15 Montague St, WC1B 5BJ

Area

Holborn

Nearest Station

Holborn (Tube)

Menus

  • Cuisine

    This venue serves Afternoon Tea food.

Private Hire

Name Type Capacity
Seated
Capacity
Standing
Cost Min spend
Midweek*
Min spend
Weekend*
Great Russell Suite Private Room 120 150 - - -

The Great Russell Suite is fully air-conditioned, has a private registration and cloakroom area as well as a private bar. It is located on the lower ground floor and is fully accessible for disabled people.

The Great Russell Suite provides the ideal setting for conferences and seminars, dinner dances, Christmas parties or weddings. It also has access to the outdoor Garden Grill which overlooks a secret garden square. It is the largest room in the hotel with a capacity of up to 120 delegates theatre style or 90 guests banqueting style.

Facilities include

  • Complimentary WiFi internet access 
  • Ceiling-mounted LCD projector 
  • Electronic drop-down screen for LCD projections
  • Fully air-conditioned, controllable from within the room
  • Organisation of all of your A.V. requirements (this will require advance notice and may incur an extra charge)
  • Cloakroom
  • Registration area
  • Comprehensive range of menu options, including bespoke menu designs and special menus for guests with dietary requirements (may incur additional cost)
Woburn Suite Private Room 40 50 - - -

The Woburn Suite has natural light and is fully air-conditioned with a small conservatory area on the side. It is located on the lower ground floor and is fully accessible for guests with mobility limitations. With a small conservatory area allowing natural daylight and a cosy seating area, The Woburn Suite serves as an ideal venue for both meetings for up to 28 delegates or formal dinners for up to 30 guests.

Facilities included

  • Complimentary WiFi internet access
  • 52" plasma screen TV with laptop connections for presentations   
  • Fully air-conditioned, controllable from within the room
  • Organisation of all of your A.V. requirements (this will require advance notice and may incur an extra charge)
  • Comprehensive range of menu options, including bespoke menu designs and special menus for guests with dietary requirements (may incur additional cost)
Bloomsbury Suite Private Room 22 30 - - -

The Bloomsbury Suite is most suitable as a medium-sized meeting room or a syndicate room when holding large conferences. With a maximum capacity of 22 people theatre style it is also popular for smaller board meetings and private dining.

Facilities include

  • Complimentary WiFi internet access
  • 52" plasma screen TV with laptop connections for presentations 
  • Fully air-conditioned, controllable from within the room
  • Organisation of all of your A.V. requirements (this will require advance notice and may incur an extra charge)
  • A comprehensive range of menu options, including bespoke menu designs and special menus for guests with dietary requirements (may incur additional cost)

 

* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.

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