Top 5 : Time for Tea
Time for Tea
So quintessentially English ; there ’ s nothing quite like an Afternoon Tea in the Garden of England . If you ’ re in search of the perfect place to indulge in tea , cakes and goodies then look no further than these favourite spots for cream tea in Ashford and Tenterden – the only dilemma , does the cream or jam go on the scone first !?
Church View Tea Rooms , High Street , Ashford
This family-run establishment sits under the beautiful St Mary ’ s Church offering the perfect spot to enjoy a classic afternoon tea that ’ s extremely reasonably priced . For something a little less indulgent , enjoy a sandwich , slice of cake and pot of tea for just £ 7.50 , or add a scone for less than a pound . Or go the whole shebang with the ‘ classic ’ and enjoy unlimited tea and coffee , four small sandwiches , a scone with all the works and a slice of homemade cake . Delicious homemade food at it ’ s best .
The Little Teapot , Park Mall , Ashford
Specialising in home cooked , quality food , with a great reputation for their cream and high teas , this family-run tearoom can be found in the heart of Ashford town centre . Beautifully presented , expect 3-tier stands full with scones , sandwiches and a cake of choice – which are all pretty unreal here . They also have dairy and gluten free options available .
Savannah , High Street , Tenterden
The Lemon Tree , High Street , Tenterden
Housed in the wonderful 14th century building on Tenterden High Street , The Lemon Tree is a traditional English restaurant serving up great British comfort food , including some of the best cream teas in town ! Their naughty but nice cream tea comes with all the best bits including a pot of their own blend of tea . Go all out with the ‘ Deluxe ’ and feast on scones , a selection of sandwiches , and a selection of four , yes four , different cakes . For a special occasion add a little sparkly , prosecco or Tenterden ’ s very own Chapel down Brut .
Kent & East Sussex Railway , Station Road , Tenterden
For a cream tea with a difference head to the Kent and East Sussex Railway and hop aboard the steam train . A great way to combine the excitement of a train trip with something scrummy , book and enjoy your cream tea box on board any of the train rides . Add a chilled bottle of prosecco for those special occasions .
A really charming coffee shop and restaurant and a firm local favourite . Savannah serves up homemade classics using local suppliers where possible , but their best kept secret ? Their Kentish cream tea ! Simple , yet delicious , indulge in some of the best scones you will ever taste , warm and straight from the oven . Whether fruit or plain , this place is definitely worth a stop .
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