Indulge in the ultimate English ritual of Afternoon Tea with our pick of some of Sussex's favourites.
From afternoon tea at the famous Goodwood House or close to Chichester Cathedral, to restaurants in Chichester and dog-friendly cafes in Midhurst, you’ll be spoilt for choice. Plus, don't miss regular afternoon tea events at award-winning vineyards Tinwood Estate and Ashling Park Estate where you can sip tea or a glass or Sussex sparkling wine by the vines.
Best to impress: afternoon tea at Goodwood
There’s no setting quite like this: Afternoon tea in the splendour of the ballroom at Goodwood House. For a terrific treat, book this, complete with a tour of the state apartments.
Best historical setting: adjacent to Chichester Cathedral
Chichester Cathedral
The Buttery at the Crypt is a café located in an incredibly historic building dating back to the 12th. Century, just a stone’s throw from Chichester Cathedral. The Buttery Luxury Cream tea comes with homemade scones, clotted cream and strawberry jam (delicious, whichever order you choose to add them!).
Somewhere different: tea and art at Pallant
Refuel after exploring the extensive collection of modern British art at Pallant Café at Pallant House Gallery, Chichester. For an extra treat, enjoy your afternoon tea with a glass of Tinwood Sparkling Wine - the grapes are grown just outside Chichester.
Close to the glorious Sussex coastline: Lucy Armstrong Chocolates
Indulge a sweet tooth with a specially created chocolate afternoon tea at Lucy Armstrong Chocolates, East Wittering, where you'll be served incredible miniature chocolate delicacies and a heavenly cup of hot chocolate.
Most dog-friendly: Fitzcanes, Midhurst
Fitzcanes cafe, Midhurst
At Fitzcane’s Cafe in Midhurst, treats aren’t just for the humans. Dogs are made very welcome with treats and their very own dog ice cream.
Great Countryside location: Compton Tea Rooms
Surrounded by glorious Sussex countryside, Compton Village Shop & Tea Rooms is a quintessentially English location for your afternoon treat.
Close to Chichester Harbour: The Millstream Hotel
The Millstream Hotel in Bosham, West Sussex
Follow your delectable afternoon tea at The Millstream Hotel with a stroll around picturesque Bosham, enjoying views of the harbour.
For sunny summer days: Cowdray Estate
Afternoon Tea at The Walled Garden, Cowdray Estate, Midhurst
Enjoy afternoon tea in the delightful Walled Garden at Cowdray Estate in Midhurst (summer months) where you’ll be treated to exquisitely made sweet treats surrounded by the heavenly scents of the garden. Vouchers make great Mother's Day gifts.
A perfect pitstop: Picturesque Petworth
Tiffins Tearoom
After hitting the antique trail or after a visit to Petworth House, Tiffins of Petworth is on hand with a locally sourced cup of freshly brewed loose-leaf tea to accompany your savoury and sweet treats.
Step back in time: The Old Railway Station, Petworth
The Old Railway Station, Petworth
Step back in time as you enjoy afternoon tea in the Waiting Room at The Old Railway Station, immersed in the romantic and glamorous period of Pullman rail travel.
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