Afternoon Tea is one of those proper British institutions that never goes out of style — the scones, finger sandwiches and cakes have been a part of our habits for over a century. Fortunately, we’re blessed in York — there are countless brilliant and unique spots, some of which transport you back in time by capturing timeless afternoon tea traditions; whilst others have experimented with their menus in new and exciting ways. From the quaint Georgian grace of Middletons Hotel to the contemporary creations at Pearly Cow, every option on this list is a guarantee of unique delicious menus in a magnificent setting. Waste no time and book your first Afternoon Tea of 2024!
Middletons Hotel, Cromwell Road, York. Enquire at 01904 611570. Four minutes’ walk from the Minster and a stone’s throw from a fantastic flurry of iconic 17th-century buildings, an Afternoon Tea at Middletons Hotel is the perfect way to spend an afternoon in York. You’ll enjoy a wonderful selection of traditional sandwiches, warm scones, clotted cream, and strawberry jam, alongside a delicious collection of decadent desserts with your choice of Taylor’s tea or even upgrade to a glass of champagne!
Pearly Cow at No1 The Guesthouse, Bootham, York. Enquire at 01904 946299. In the place of a traditional Afternoon Tea, Pearly Cow have created their bottomless Afternoon Sea — a savoury tiered seafood spectacular, showcasing the best seafood produce from Yorkshire’s legendary 90 miles of coastline, alongside some crab imports from Scotland. It’s the ideal setting for those of us without the sweet tooth necessary to enjoy a full offering of cake and scones.
Hotel du Vin, The Mount, York. Enquire at 01904 405260 The Georgian Grade II listed hotel is just a five-minute walk from the historic city walls. The Afternoon Tea itself only adds to that relaxing tranquillity. As you rise up each tier, from elegant finger sandwiches, through scones, up to the delectable series of cakes— you’ll discover a perfect combination of sweet and savoury refreshment. All is accompanied by a pot of Bird and Brew Tea or Champagne, if you choose to upgrade.
The Principal Hotel Station Road, York. Enquire at 01904 653681 The Principal have transformed their Afternnon Tea offering into a celebration of chocolate— to highlight their connection to York’s chocolate history. The Principal’s chef seems to have found the perfect balance. Just like one of those magical mornings when the smell of chocolate from the Nestle factory on Haxby Road catches on a breeze and is carried throughout the town, each bite transports you back in time — to York’s golden days as the chocolate city.
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