Get in the Christmas spirit with one of these mouth-watering afternoon teas that even Santa himself could not resist.
The holiday season is a great excuse to meet up with friends and family for a range of special events across the county. One of the tastiest of such activities is to sit down for an afternoon tea filled with sweet and savoury treats. Many hotels and restaurants shake it up at Christmas with a dedicated afternoon tea menu just for the season.
In no particular order, we've found eight places around Norfolk who are putting on a veritable feast this Christmas.
Broom Hall Country Hotel
Where: Saham Toney, Watton, IP25 7EX
When: December 1st - 23rd
Price: £17.95pp
This is an irresistible afternoon tea selection which can be made even better with a glass of bubbly. Enjoy a range of pastries, sandwiches, and cakes with tea or coffee.
The Dales Country House Hotel
Where: Lodge Hill, Upper Sheringham, NR26 8TJ
When: From November 28th
Price: £17.95pp
Our next location includes a selection of finger sandwiches, festive cakes and pastries, apple and cinnamon scones, plus a pot of tea or coffee and a glass of mulled wine. It is essential that you book ahead of your visit.
Assembly Hall
Where: Theatre Street, Norwich, NR2 1RQ
When: November 1st - January 8th
Price: £27.95 pp, children’s afternoon tea for under-12s £16.95
Enjoy a magical meal at the Assembly Hall's Nutcracker themed afternoon tea this Christmas. Enjoy treats like Sugar Plum Fairy Gateau and Clara’s Cupcake along with a range of tea and tisanes.
Barnham Broom
Where: Honingham Road, Norwich, NR9 4DD
When: TBC
Price:TBC
Enjoy turkey and cranberry sandwiches, pigs in blankets, scones, and so much more with the Barham Broom festive afternoon teas. You can also upgrade your visit to include a Christmas cocktail.
Dunston Hall
Where: Ipswich Rd, Norwich NR14 8PQ
When: Throughout December
Price: £32pp, under 12s £16, under 4s eat free
Indulge this Christmas with Dunston Hall's decadent afternoon tea that includes a healthy portion of sweet and savoury treats.
Maids Head Hotel
Where: Tombland, Norwich, NR3 1LB
When: From December 1st
Price: £24pp
Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea that is bursting with seasonal flavours in the heart of Norwich. You can also book for their Boxing Day Afternoon Tea which is a perfect way to finish a morning of sales shopping.
Park Farm Hotel
Where: Hethersett, Norwich, NR9 3DL
When: Throughout December
Price:From £25pp
The menu at Park Farm sounds truly mouth-watering from the egg nog tart to the homemade sultana and cranberry scone, you can also add a glass of sparkling wine for an extra £5. Booking ahead is essential.
Wroxham Barns
Where: Hoveton, NR12 8QU
When: November 14th - December 24th
Price: £14.50pp, children £9.50
There is plenty to see and do at Wroxham this winter so why not top it all off with a hearty afternoon tea. They ask that you book ahead of time where you'll be able to choose between the standard, vegetarian, and gluten-free options.
For more Christmas in Norfolk:
- Where to get your Christmas tree in Norfolk
- The 15 best Christmas markets in Norfolk
- Fab festive light trails and illuminations across Norfolk
- 7 festive garden centres in Norfolk to visit
- Where to buy a Norfolk advent calendar
- Best books to buy - or ask for - this Christmas according to Norfolk booksellers
- 12 Norfolk Christmas food and drink gifts
