Where to Get the Best Afternoon Teas in Yorkshire
There's always time for tea!
Swinton Park
Available every day of the week, whether you enjoy a balmy afternoon on the South Terrace, the elegance of the Drawing Room, or enjoying views of the Deer Park from the Private Sitting Room, afternoon tea is taken seriously here. Expect carefully constructed sweets from the pastry kitchen, locally-sourced meats and delicious preserves. For guests of the estate, have afternoon tea brought to you and enjoy it in the comfort and privacy of your own room.
Swinton Estate, Masham, Ripon HG4 4JH
01765 680900
swintonestate.com
The Grand, York
The team at The Grand are known for going that extra mile for guests and that includes their afternoon tea. Enjoy stunning views of the city walls from The Rise Restaurant as you tuck into their contemporary take on afternoon tea, with optional Champagne, prosecco and gin. They also offer a children’s afternoon tea for the little ones, or for a truly indulgent experience afternoon tea here can be enjoyed as part of a spa package.
Station Rise, York YO1 6GD
01904 380038
thegrandyork.co.uk
Grantley Hall
A jewel in the Yorkshire Dales, experience a sophisticated afternoon tea in Grantley’s Main Hall, available Monday to Sunday from 12pm, using the finest Yorkshire produce. As part of their signature afternoon tea, you can expect savoury options like spinach and herb chicken mayonnaise choux buns, and sweet options like a glazed cherry tea pastry.
Ripon HG4 3ET
01765 620070
grantleyhall.co.uk
Keighley and Worth Valley Railway
Treat yourself to an afternoon tea as part of your visit to Keighley and Worth Valley this year. Enjoy a glass of fizz followed by a beautifully laid-out afternoon tea served by their attentive waiting staff while steaming through the Brontë countryside. The tradition of afternoon tea, a cultural heritage that dates back more than 200 years, is now celebrated uniquely at the Keighley and Worth Valley, intertwining with the legacy of steam-powered train travel. Your ticket includes unlimited travel on the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway for the day and a slot on their steam-hauled dining train to enjoy the finest Yorkshire afternoon tea.
The Railway Station, Haworth, West Yorkshire BD22 8NJ
01535 645214
kwvr.co.uk
Livin’ Italy
For a unique take on afternoon tea, head to Livin’ Italy where you can expect tea with an authentic Italian twist including alternatives such as miniature carbonara arancini, miniature Margherita pizzas and (of course) tiramisu. For a boozy afternoon, go all out with an Aperol spritz tree (stacked with four delicious cocktails), the perfect Italian alternative to the classic glass of Champagne.
Granary Wharf, Leeds LaS1 4BR
0113 243 0090
livinitaly.com
Marmalade on The Square
A popular spot with locals in Wakefield, this relaxed coffee spot serves afternoon tea done traditionally, with delicious homemade treats including things like white and ruby chocolate millionaire’s shortbread, and lime, courgette, coconut and pistachio cake. Tea here is best enjoyed in the sunshine by one of the café’s large windows.
21 Bull Ring, Wakefield WF1 1HB
01924 200203
facebook.com/Marmaladeonthesquare
The Schoolrooms Café & Kitchen
In the restored former Low Bradfield School, on the edge of Sheffield and the Peak District, afternoon tea is kept as traditional as it comes. Expect all of the usual suspects done exceptionally well including finger sandwiches, scones, cake, and hot drinks with an optional upgrade to prosecco or a gin and tonic. You can choose your sandwiches here (we would always go for the smoked salmon and cream cheese).
Mill Lee Road, Low Bradfield, Sheffield S6 6LB
0114 2851 920
theschoolrooms.co.uk
Marie Antoinette’s Patisserie
Dainty and refined, this compact patisserie in Whitby serves classic afternoon tea every day of the week. Enjoy your traditional sweet treats and delicious homemade goodies with a pot of tea and great views across the rooftops of Whitby.
139 Church Street, Whitby YO22 4DE
01947 606990
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Hetty and Betty
Enjoy a seaside twist on a classic afternoon tea with Hetty and Betty’s Whitby fish and chips afternoon tea, taken in either the restaurant or Harbour Room which looks out over the water. The fish served here comes fresh from a local Whitby fish merchant, the potatoes are sourced from nearby Scarborough and the scones are made fresh every morning – delicious!
7 Baxtergate, Whitby
YO21 1BW
07596 948413
hettyandbetty.co.uk
The Devonshire Arms Hotel
Right on the southern edge of the Yorkshire Dales, at this charming country house you can enjoy afternoon tea in either the Cocktail Lounge or the Conservatory. Afternoon tea here comes with a Yorkshire touch and includes delicate finger sandwiches, cakes and buttermilk scones. For something decadent, upgrade to the Champagne afternoon tea and enjoy a cheeky tipple.
Bolton Abbey Estate, Skipton BD23 6AJ
017567 18100
devonshirehotels.co.uk
Dysh Coffee and Kitchen
This independent coffee house and kitchen serves afternoon tea daily and is dedicated to making everything fresh, so be sure to give them 24 hours notice when booking. Choose from classic, vegetarian, and vegan options so you can be sure everyone is catered for. Expect all your favourite savouries and sweets, and speciality coffees and prosecco are available too.
778–780 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield S11 8TB
0114 266 8907
dyshcoffeeandkitchen.com
Bettys Tea Rooms
Bettys is as famous for its afternoon teas as it is for its delicious cakes and great service. When you take tea in any of Bettys’ elegant tea rooms, you can tuck into a fabulous range of delicious dainty sandwiches, speciality teas and miniature cakes and scones as you’re serenaded by the pianist.
Northallerton, Ilkley, York, Harrogate, and Harrogate Harlow Carr
0800 456 1919
bettys.co.uk
Jameson’s Tearoom & Kitchens
A well-known establishment in Sheffield since it began in 1883, the team at Jameson’s pride themselves on their excellent afternoon teas. You have eight different afternoon tea options to choose from, ranging from a traditional afternoon tea to a cheese lover’s afternoon tea and a ploughman’s version (complete with pickles, chutneys and a pork pie). Their most extravagant option is the Jameson’s Regal Afternoon tea which includes a bottle of Pol Roger Champagne.
Abbeydale Road, Sheffield S7 1FN
0114 255 1159
jamesonstearooms.co.uk
Crag House Farm
Operating in a beautifully converted 17th century barn, The Granary Restaurant at Crag House Farm serves a delicious afternoon tea which keeps visitors coming back time and again. Open Monday to Saturday, tea here is served at 2.15pm, 2.30pm and 2.45pm, and is always popular, so make sure to book ahead to avoid missing out.
Otley Old Road, Cookridge, Leeds LS16 7NH
0113 230 3618
craghousefarm.com
The Glass Strawberry
Featured in The Times newspaper as one of Britain’s 23 Best Places for Afternoon Teas, enjoy a cornucopia of delicious treats in this contemporary city centre coffee shop. Handcrafted wooden stands, decorated with flowers and blossoms, are heavy with sandwiches and cakes, as well as freshly baked cinnamon fruit scones made to a 40-year -old recipe, all served alongside pots of Yorkshire tea, with Prosecco and cocktails on hand if the occasion demands. No wonder they have reservations made from Australia, Canada and across the UK.
48-50 Printing Office Street, Doncaster, DN1 1TR
01302 365027
theglassstrawberry.co.uk
Hide & Hoof at Yummy Yorkshire
Enjoy a delicious afternoon tea in the Hide & Hoof Restaurant, where a warm Yorkshire welcome awaits. Priding themselves on good food done right, the afternoon tea here is a real delight. Relish in a yummy selection of sandwiches and savouries, freshly-baked scones and sweet treats served alongside a mini ice cream milkshake and a pot of Yorkshire Tea or coffee. Fancy a tipple? Prosecco or a handcrafted cocktail is a must! Afternoon tea here is available Monday–Saturday from 2pm onwards and large group bookings are accepted.
Yummy Yorkshire, Delph House Farm, High Flatts, Huddersfield HD8 8XY
01226 762551
yummyyorkshire.co.uk
The Steel Cauldron
A truly magical option for afternoon tea, there are five takes on afternoon tea to choose from here, from the Novice’s Tea for young children, to the enchanted Wizard’s Tea which includes sandwiches, scones and cake as well as a chocolate frog, pretzel wand and magic beans. Ready to order? Simply raise your wand in the air for service.
3 Spooner Road, Sheffield S10 5BL
0114 2662 859
thesteelcauldron.co.uk
Pearls Tea Room
A firm favourite in Bradford, family-run Pearls Tearoom serves three types of afternoon tea (plus cream tea), but we love the sound of Pearls Indian take on this British tradition. Accompanied by your choice of speciality tea, enjoy chicken samosas and vegetable rolls, roast chicken kebab tortillas, home-baked sultana scones with clotted cream, and a selection of sweet treats.
46 Rooley Avenue, Bradford BD6 1DA
01274 306567
pearlscp.com
Article Updated on 9th August 2024
