13 Options for Christmas Afternoon Tea in Hampshire 2024
Afternoon tea is something we really enjoy all year round but it’s an extra special treat at Christmas. A festive afternoon tea is a great excuse to catch up with friends and family, enjoy an indulgent treat and see in the festive season in a really relaxed but wonderful way.
What is festive afternoon tea?
Festive afternoon tea is much like a traditional afternoon tea but with some noticeable differences. There might be festive sandwich fillings in the dainty finger sandwiches. Turkey and cranberry or brie and cranberry often make an appearance!
A festive afternoon tea often has some additions to the scones to make them festive – maybe some nutmeg or orange and cranberry flavours. The cakes are often Christmassy too – a mini Christmas pudding, mince pie or Christmas tree shaped cookies. And I love it when the cake tier shouts Christmas. It’s a time for pastry chefs to really go over the top in festive spirit!
So I thought it would be good to put together all the dedicated festive afternoon teas across Hampshire for you to enjoy over the holidays. But, if you’re looking for a traditional afternoon tea over the festive season, these articles might help:
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- 4 Options for Bottomless Afternoon Tea in Hampshire
Make sure you click through to each venue to get up to date information and to book. Many also pffer gift vouchers if you want a really lovely gift idea. Details correct at time of writing.
Festive Afternoon Tea in Hampshire
Tylney Hall Hotel & Gardens – Ridge Ln, Rotherwick, Hook RG27 9AZ
Festive Afternoon Tea: Kick the festive season off with a seasonal afternoon tea, served in the cosy lounge with a roaring log fire and close friends or family for company. Including a selection of fresh finger sandwiches, scones and pastries.
When: Served daily, Thursday 28th November – Monday 23rd December 2024
Cost: From ยฃ39 per person
Festive Afternoon Tea with Live Music: Hosted in the Baronial Tylney Suite, enjoy Festive Afternoon Tea, accompanied by Live Music. Including a selection of fresh finger sandwiches, scones and pastries.
When: 1st and 15th December – Jazz | 8th December – String
Cost: ยฃ49 per person
New Years Day Traditional Afternoon Tea: Toast to the first day of the New Year with Traditional Afternoon Tea, including a selection of sweet and savoury treats. Get the family together or simply escape with friends to start the New Year in style, and then walk it off with a stroll through the beautiful gardens.
When: Wednesday 1st January 2025
Cost: To be confirmed
You can read our review of Tylney Hall Hotel here
Winchester Royal Hotel – St Peter St, Winchester SO23 8BS
Festive Afternoon Tea: Transport yourself to a world of festive charm and culinary delight with this Festive Afternoon Tea experience. Delight in an array of seasonal delights, from delicate finger sandwiches to indulgent pastries, all expertly crafted to celebrate the magic of the holidays.
When: Served daily from 22nd November to 22nd December 2024
Cost: From ยฃ26.95 per person
The Watercress Line – The Railway Station, Alresford, Hampshire, SO24 9JG
Festive Afternoon Tea: Treat yourself to a delicious afternoon tea, while travelling on board a heritage steam train. Featuring a selection of seasonal sandwiches and sweet treats.
When: Wednesday 4th, 11th and 18th December 2024
Cost: ยฃ84 for two people
New Place Hotel – Shirrell Heath, Southampton SO32 2JY
Festive Afternoon Tea: Treat yourself to a scrumptious Afternoon Tea this festive season, there will also be Christmas crackers.
When: Daily in December 2024
Cost: From ยฃ37 per adult and ยฃ15 per child
Careys Manor Hotel – Lyndhurst Road, Brockenhurst SO42 7RH
Festive Afternoon Tea: A selection of seasonal finger sandwiches, cranberry and orange scones plus a variety of sweet treats.
When: Daily from Saturday 23rd November 2024
Cost: From ยฃ28 per person
You can read our review of Careys Manor here
Macdonald Botley Park Hotel – Winchester Rd, Botley, Southampton SO32 2UA
Festive Afternoon Tea: Enjoy a refined afternoon tea with a dash of seasonal surprise and a glass of fizz. Brimming with the distinctive flavours of Christmas, this take on this classic British pastime is guaranteed to get you in the festive spirit.
When: Served daily 1st to 30th December 2024 (excluding 25th/26th)
Cost: From ยฃ32.50 per person
The Queens Hotel Portsmouth – Clarence Parade, Osborne Rd, Southsea, Portsmouth, Southsea PO5 3LJ
Festive Afternoon Tea: Indulge in this popular high tea with a festive twist. Enjoy a range of delicious sandwiches, including a turkey and stuffing wrap and cheddar and red onion marmalade, followed by freshly baked scones with clotted cream and strawberry jam. The highlight of the afternoon tea is the selection of sweet treats, which include Christmas cake, gingerbread macaron and Black Forest gateaux.
When: Monday to Saturday from 25th November to 24th December 2024
Cost: To be confirmed
Chewton Glen – Christchurch Rd, New Milton BH25 6QS
Festive Afternoon Tea: Experience the magic of the season with this Festive Afternoon Tea. Delight in a selection of seasonal treats, from delicate finger sandwiches to freshly baked scones and an array of festive treats, all accompanied by your choice of fine teas.
When: Served daily from Saturday 30th November to Monday 23rd December 2024
Cost: From ยฃ60 per person
Solent Hotel and Spa – Rookery Avenue, Whiteley, Fareham, Hampshire PO15 7AJ
Festive Afternoon Tea: The festive holidays are the perfect time to treat yourself and your nearest and dearest, so there is no better time to indulge in this show-stopping Afternoon Tea. You can expect classic festive flavours in delicious sandwiches, savouries and beautiful cakes.
When: To be confirmed
Cost: From ยฃ35 per person
You can read our review of the Solent Hotel and Spa here
Chilworth Manor Hotel – Chilworth, Southampton, Hampshire, SO16 7PT
Festive Afternoon Tea: Treat yourself to scrumptious afternoon tea and soak up the festive atmosphere.
When: To be confirmed
Cost: From ยฃ32 per person
Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel & Resort – S Baddesley Rd, Lymington SO41 5ZB
Festive Afternoon Tea: A hint of festive spice and a dash of glamour. Cosy up in the Waterford Restaurant or the Glenville Lounge to enjoy this festive afternoon tea with friends, family or loved ones.
When: 25th November 2024 to 30th December excluding 24th, 25th, 26th and 31st December
Cost: From ยฃ35 per person
The Elvetham Hotel – Fleet Rd, Hartley Wintney, Hook RG27 8AS
Frozen Afternoon Tea: This Christmas, join Elsa and Olaf for a magical afternoon at The Elvetham. Little princes and princesses can enjoy a tasty afternoon tea, a live sing-a-long and plenty of photo opportunities with our Frozen friends.
When: 8th and 23rd of December 2024
Cost: From ยฃ27.80 per child and ยฃ11.55 per adult
Dobbies Garden Centre – Havant | Cadnam | Andover
Festive Afternoon Tea: Get into the Christmas mood & treat yourself, friends & family to a delicious Festive or luxury Afternoon Tea at your local Dobbies. This Festive Afternoon Tea includes 3 tiers of delicious treats plus unlimited tea and coffee refills.
When: From 4th November to 31st December 2024 excluding 25th and 26th December
Cost: From ยฃ16 per adult and ยฃ10 per child
You can read our review of Dobbies Festive Afternoon Tea here
So there you have all the festive afternoon tea options in Hampshire. I’ll add more as they are announced and if I’ve missed out your favourite please do get in touch and let me know.
If you’re looking for more things to do in Hampshire over the festive season, these posts might help:
- Christmas Theatre and Pantomimes in Hampshire
- Where to buy Christmas Trees in Hampshire
- Christmas Ice Skating Hampshire
- Christmas Light Trails in Hampshire
