THE SECRET GARDEN
THE LANE EASTWELL MANNOR
Fancy a spot of afternoon tea with a view ? Then look no further than Kent ’ s very own Hever Castle ( www . hevercastle . co . uk ). The historic surroundings will have you feeling like royalty as you are doted on by servers for the duration of your 90 minute afternoon feast , and with exquisite views over Hever Lake and the Italian Garden the experience really is enough to make Lady Whistledown herself swoon ! So be sure to get dressed in your finery and ready yourself for an afternoon of indulgence and breathtaking beauty . The afternoon tea itself is a work of pure artistry , from savoury tarts and handmade sausage rolls that will leave your mouth watering for more to a selection of scrumptious bite-sized cakes and delicacies – the perfect mix of tempting savouries and exquisite sweets ! Hever Castle ’ s afternoon tea also caters for gluten free and vegan diets , as well as those of us whose dietary requirements necessitate a glass of bubbles with every meal ! After you have stuffed your tummy full to bursting , take some time to explore the unparalleled beauty of Hever Castle ’ s gardens and feel like you are wandering through history itself .
Bring some magic and majesty to your everyday afternoon tea at the childhood home of Anne Boleyn for £ 22.75 plus garden admission fees .
Tucked away in the depths of Mersham stands the aptly named The Secret Garden ( secretgardenkent . co . uk ), a Kentish hidden gem whose stunning converted coach house , Victorian glasshouse , cobbled courtyard , and breathtaking walled gardens are the perfect location for an afternoon tea for two amongst one of Kent ’ s most stunning backdrops . Apart from the one-of-a-kind location , the best thing about this afternoon tea is that it caters to all tastes ! Don ’ t have much of a sweet tooth , but would happily eat The Secret Garden ’ s famous sausage rolls , delightfully meaty scotch eggs and cheese scones until the sun goes down ? With The Gentlemen ’ s Relish Savoury Afternoon Tea option you really can ! Got the kids with you and want to keep their little tummies happy while filling your own ? The Teddy Bear Afternoon Tea for 3-12 year olds should do the trick nicely , offering a range of kidfriendly sandwiches perfect for little hands , Teddy Bear crisps , and some yummy cakes that will have them smacking their lips with delight ! You can even release your inner chocolate lover and devour the Chocolate Afternoon Tea that involves chocolate chip scones and a selection of chocolate themed mini cakes , desserts or pastries !
The Classic Afternoon Tea at The Secret Garden starts at £ 30.95pp .
Located just a few streets over from the seashore of Deal , The Lane ( www . thelanedeal . co . uk ) has been a staple for Kent foodies since it opened its blue doors in 2014 , and has only grown its reputation for great service and wonderful culinary creations since then . It should be no surprise then that The Lane ' s new 2021 summer afternoon tea has been the talk of the town . Served on a mini picnic bench covered in
delectable sweet and savoury treats alike , this afternoon tea is the perfect way to ensure a feast for the eyes , nose and mouth – yum ! Catering for vegan , vegetarian and gluten free diets alike , The Lane provides a show stopping afternoon tea that will make anyone weak with excitement . The standard menu offers some off the beaten track items , replacing the usual finger sandwiches with the likes of a chicken Caesar salad ; a Chinese vegetable samosa ; and beetroot thyme and feta tart . While the sweet treats are of course just as inventive and delightful with lemon cupcakes ; macarons ; a caramel cheesecake ; and a crème brûlée tart all on the menu .
Prices for afternoon tea at The Lane start at £ 20 .
Visit the historic Eastwell Manor ( www . champneys . com / hotels / eastwellmanor ) for a luxury afternoon in a beautiful country manor steeped in royal British history that will draw you in and make you want to stay forever . Enjoy the peace and quiet of the country gardens as you take afternoon tea in the very same room that a century before had been enjoyed by Queen Victoria . The ivy covered walls and impressive stone work of the outer building has nothing on the intricately designed interior that has been created to reflect the manor ’ s storied history while making your experience as luxurious and comfortable as possible . Get the royal treatment with a classically traditional afternoon tea for two that includes all your favourite staples such as freshly cut sandwiches and still hot from the oven scones slathered in the richest clotted cream and sweetest homemade jam . There are also tempting savouries and delightful petit fours so beautifully colourful and dainty you will think twice before devouring them . To wash down your Garden of England feast you can expect a range of specialty teas to be available including back to basics Earl Grey and fragrant jasmine – of course if you prefer your drink with a bit more of a fizz a glass or two of sparkling wine can easily be arranged .
The Classic Afternoon Tea starts from £ 30pp on weekdays or upgrade to the Sparkling Afternoon Tea and enjoy free-flowing fizz from just £ 65pp .
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