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Classic Lodges Afternoon Tea

“There are no better things in life than tea and time”.
Edward Bramah, Founder of the Bramah Museum of Tea and Coffee

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THE HISTORY OF AFTERNOON TEA

The tradition of the afternoon tea dates back to the 18th Century when one of Queen Victoria’s ladies-in-waiting, Anna Stanhope (the Duchess of Bedford) complained of a sinking feeling about 4 ‘o’clock in the afternoon.  To revive herself, the Duchess had her servants bring her a pot of tea and a few breadstuffs and then soon began inviting her friends to join her for her additional meal in her room at Belvoir Castle. The tradition of the afternoon tea was born – and has become a British institution.  Whilst we can’t promise liveried footmen we can offer a little luxury and indulgence, that’s a thought that is guaranteed to lift your spirits!

At Classic Lodges we firmly believe that afternoon tea is one of the joys of life, and one that is made to be shared, you can choose from Cumbria to The Cotswolds, Lancashire to Yorkshire to Northumberland and Buckinghamshire to West Sussex, all great locations.

We are delighted to offer you a choice of Afternoon Teas all with the freshest, homemade scones with cream and jam, cakes, made to order sandwiches – all served, of course, with a piping hot pot of your favourite blend. Make it a celebration and add a glass of Lanson!

We are always happy to cater for guests who are gluten intolerant but we do ask that you let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking. When choosing ingredients, we do not knowingly use genetically modified food products. Some of our dishes may contain nuts.

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Our Teas and Coffees

Our Teas
Traditional English Breakfast, Earl Grey, Lemon and Ginger, Pure Green Tea, Peppermint and a selection of Fruit Teas.

Loose Leaf Teas  
Assam, Darjeeling

Our Coffee
We offer Coffee made from the finest Piacetto Rainforest Alliance Certified Fair Trade Coffee.

Homemade Afternoon Tea is served between 2:00pm to 5:00pm on selected days with unlimited tea or coffee of your choice.

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Deluxe Afternoon Tea

Our Afternoon Teas are served with unlimited Tea or coffee of your choice.

Dainty Finger Sandwiches served on white or brown bread made to order.

Please choose two sandwiches per person from the following:

  • Carved Ham with English Mustard (74 cals*)
  • Red Leicester with Spring Onion (112 cals*)
  • Roast Beef and Celeriac Remoulade (85 cals*)
  • Chargrilled Mediterranean Vegetables with Chipotle Mayonnaise (86 cals*)
  • Chicken Caesar Salad (95 cals*)

Homemade Fruit Scones
Served with Strawberry Preserve, Clotted Cream and Butter (223 cals)

Selection of Chef’s Homemade Treats

  • Lemon Drizzle Polenta Cake (290 cals)
  • Rhubarb & Custard Tart (315 cals)
  • Passion fruit Panna Cotta (201 cals)
  • Chocolate Brownie (309 cals)

From £17.50 per person

Add a glass of Lanson Père et Fils, Brut Champagne for £10 per person.

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Champagne Afternoon Tea

Our Afternoon Teas are served with unlimited Tea or coffee of your choice.

Dainty Finger Sandwiches served on white or brown bread made to order.

Please choose two sandwiches per person from the following:

  • Carved Ham with English Mustard (74 cals*)
  • Red Leicester with Spring Onion (112 cals*)
  • Roast Beef and Celeriac Remoulade (85 cals*)
  • Chargrilled Mediterranean Vegetables with Chipotle Mayonnaise (86 cals*)
  • Chicken Caesar Salad (95 cals*)

Additional sandwich

  • Smoked Salmon, Dill Crème Fraîche (69 cals*)

Homemade Fruit Scones
Served with Strawberry Preserve, Clotted Cream and Butter (223 cals)

Selection of Chef’s Homemade Treats

  • Lemon Drizzle Polenta Cake (290 cals)
  • Rhubarb & Custard Tart (315 cals)
  • Passion fruit Panna Cotta (201 cals)
  • Chocolate Brownie (309 cals)

Fresh Strawberries and Chocolate Sauce (42 cals †)

A Glass of our Lanson Père et Fils, Brut Champagne (125ml)

From £25.00 per person

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Classic Cream Tea

Our Cream Teas are served with unlimited Tea or coffee of your choice.

Fresh, homemade Fruit Scones served with butter, strawberry preserve and clotted cream alongside a Cake of the Day.

From £10.00 per person

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