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LONDON | Outside London

Afron's Tea Room [Tea room]
1068 Hyde Park Road; 641-6293

The Anchor [Tea room]
34 Park Street, Borough SE1; 020 7407 1577 
* Traditional English style at a pub.
* Located in an historic or landmark building in Bankside near Tate Modern..
* Afternoon tea, cream tea.
* Take-out available.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
Tea served daily. 7/08

Antoni & Alison Maison Bertaux [Tea room]
28 Greek Street, W1; 020-7437-6007 <

Athenaeum Hotel [Tea room]
116 Picadilly, W1; 0270-499-3464

Basil Street Hotel [Tea room]
8 Basil Street, Knightsbridge SW3; 020-7581-3311
 Afternoon (£11.50) or cream (£7.75) tea served between 3.30 and 5.30pm seven days a week. Tea choices: House (Ceylon and Indian), Ceylon, Earl Grey, Darjeeling, Assam, Keemun, Lapsang Souchong, and chamomile. Travel guides list this as a "best value tea" in London, and I wholeheartedly agree! April 2001 (Tea Lover) P

Bea's of Bloomsbury [Tea room]
44 Theobalds Road WC1; 020 7242 8330
* Bakery cafe at a B&B or inn.
* Located in the city downtown near British Museum.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever. 
* Cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Tea beverages, caffeine-free selections.
* Organic products.
* Take-out available.
* Seats 20.
* Off-site catering.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Credit/debit cards.
Open Monday through Friday 8am to 6pm; Saturday 10am to 5pm. No reservation needed. (by bea, owner) 3/08

The Berkeley Hotel [Tea room]
Wilton Place, Knightsbridge SW1; 44-20-7235 6000
Afternoon tea served in The Lounge daily, 4 to 6pm. Specialty fashion-inspired "Prêt-à-PorTEA" in the Café Caramel. 3G ^

Bramah Tea and Coffee Museum [Tea room and merchant]
40 Southwark Street; 0207-403-5650
 * Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* English style tea service.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Smoke-free.
* Credit cards.
Open daily, 10am to 7pm. Museum charges entrance fee; no fee charged if you're there just for tea. (by Tea Lover) P

The British Museum [Tea room]
Great Russell Street; 0207-323-8990
 * Afternoon tea, a good cuppa any time.
* English style tea service.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Barrier-free.
Afternoon tea served in the Great Court Restaurant daily, 3 to 5pm. Court Restaurant Tea £4.95 Selection of sandwiches, fruit scone (clotted cream and jam), pot of tea. Reading Room Tea £7.95 Selection of sandwiches, fruit scone (clotted cream and jam), choice of cake, pot of tea. Champagne Tea £11.95 Glass of champagne, selection of sandwiches, fruit scone (clotted cream and jam), choice of cake, pot of tea. A lovely selection of cakes, tarts and savouries also available a la carte. Pot of tea £1.60. (by Tea Lover) L

Brown's Hotel [Tea room]
30 Albemarle Street, Mayfair W1; 030-7493-6020
Under new ownership; closed for refurbishing. UPDATE: Brown's will re-open on December 12, 2005.
 Jacket and tie required. Tea served in The English Tea Room. Updated July 2001. Two seatings; 3pm and 4.45pm. No reservations taken; seating is first come, first served. 3F  Updated (by Tea Lover) P!

Café de Paris [Tea room]
3 Coventry Street W1; 0270-734-7700

Café Flo [Tea room]
127-129 Kensington Church Street W8; 020-7727-8142
Serving fruit scones with clotted cream and jam or toasted teacakes and jam, plus tea, for £4.95. Tea hours: 3 to 5.30pm, seven days a week. Note: There are nine other Café Flo locations throughout London; one in Surrey, and one in Windsor. April 2001 (by Tea Lover)

Café in the Crypt [Tea room]
St Martin-in-the-Fields, Duncannon Street, Trafalgar Square, WC2; 020 7766 1129
* Traditional English style.
* Located in a cultural or historic venue.
* Afternoon tea.
* Private parties for adults.
Open Monday through Wednesday, 10am to 8pm; Friday and Saturday to 11pm; Sunday 12noon to 8pm. _

Café Valerie [Tea room]
8 Russell Street, Covent Garden WC2; 020 7240 0064
27 Kensington Church Street W8; 020 7937 9574
215 Brompton Road, Knightsbridge SW3; 0207 823 9971
105 Marylebone High Street W1; 020 7935 6240
44 Old Compton Street, Soho W1D; 0207 437 3466
* French/Continental style at a bakery.
* Afternoon tea, dessert tea.
Open daily; no reservation required. 4/7

Cannizaro House [Tea room]
Wimbledon Common SW19; 0270-879-1464 
(by NC Penguin) 3F

Capital Hotel [Tea room]
22-24 Basil Street, Knightsbridge SW3; 0270-589-5171
Opulent afternoon tea offered in the Capital Restaurant on silver service. Large selection of teas. Reservations recommended. 3F

Chai Bazaar [Tea room and merchant]
16 Albemarle Street, Mayfair W1S; 207-629-9802
* Tea bar or tea lounge.
* Located in an Indian restaurant.
* Afternoon tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas.
* Iced teas, chai, other tea beverages.
* Alcoholic tea drinks.
Open daily 11.30am to 5.30pm. Located on the lower level of Chor Bazaar Indian restaurant. Specializing in dessert/tea pairings. Indian afternoon tea served daily. /

China House [Tea room]
160 Piccadilly W1; 020 7499 6996
Casual Asian-style afternoon tea, with dim sum and cakes served in a bento box. Good selection of teas.  3F 

ReviewsClaridge's Hotel [Tea room]
Brook Street, Mayfair W1; 020-7629-8860
Updated April 2001: Tea at Claridge's is served daily from 3 to 5.30pm. Traditional afternoon tea is £22.00; Champagne tea ~ afternoon tea with a glass of Champagne Laurent Perrier, Brut NV ~ is £30.00. Tea choices include teas of India, Ceylon, China, Japan, and South Africa, as well as a choice of five perfumed teas. (by Tea Lover) 
Reviews of this tea room.

Coffee, Cake & Kink [Tea room]
61 Endwell Street, Covent Garden WC2; 44 20 7419 2996
* Coffeehouse serving good tea.
* Located at an art gallery.
* A good cuppa any time.
* Fair Trade products.
Open Sunday through Thursday 11am to 8pm; Friday and Saturday 11am to 11pm. Gallery displays erotic art. 4/7

Connaught Hotel [Tea room]
Carlos Place, Mayfair W1; 44-20-7499 7070
Afternoon tea served daily in the Georgian-style Grill Room, 3.30 to 5.30pm. 3G   

Crabtree & Evelyn [Tea merchant]
6 Kensington Church Street W8

Daylesford Café [Tea room and merchant]
31 Sloane Square
 Organic farm shop. Café specializes in China teas. 4/7

ReviewsDorchester Hotel [Tea room]
Park Lane W1; 0270-629-8888
Afternoon tea served 3 to 6pm; high tea 5 to 8pm. With or without a glass of champagne. 3F
Review of this tea room.

Dukes Hotel [Tea room]
St. James Place SW1; 44-0-20-7491-4840
 Afternoon tea served daily in the conservatory/drawing room with a choice of loose-leaf teas and infusions. Reservations suggested. 3F<

East Teas [Tea room and merchant]
Borough Market, 8 Southwark Street SE1; 44 020 7394 0226
 * In a farmers market or food co-op.
* Located in an historic or landmark building near London Bridge.
* Loose leaf teas served in teapot or gaiwan.
* Tea tastings.
Open Friday 12noon to 6pm; Saturday 9am to 4pm. Tea accessories. No credit cards. (by Alex Fraser, owner) < Updated 7/06

The Egerton House Hotel [Tea room]
Egerton Terrace, Knightsbridge SW3; 44-0-20-7589-2412
 Afternoon tea and cream tea with a choice of loose-leaf teas and infusions. 3F

Flemings Mayfair Hotel [Tea room]
Half Moon Street W1; 207-499-2964 or 800-348-4685
* Traditional English style.
* Afternoon tea. 
* Private parties.
Afternoon tea served daily in the drawing room or library lounge. &

ReviewsFortnum & Mason [Tea room and merchant]
181 Picadilly W1; 020 7734 8040
Afternoon tea served 3 to 5pm in The Fountain Room. Set tea, high tea, and champagne tea. 3F Updated (by Aubin Dupree) 3/08
Reviews of this tea room.

Four Seasons Hotel [Tea room]
Park Lane W1; 0270-499-0888

The Franklin Hotel [Tea room]
28 Egerton Gardens, Knightsbridge SW3; 44-0-20-7584-5533
 Afternoon tea and cream tea with a choice of loose-leaf teas and infusions. 3F

Harrod's [Tea room and merchant]
87-135 Brompton Road, Knightsbridge SW1; 0270-730-1234

Hyde Park Hotel [Tea room]
66 Knightsbridge SW1; 0270-235-2000

Harvey Nichols [Tea merchant]
Knightsbridge at Sloane Street SW1

Inn The Park [Tea room]
St. James' Park; 44 20 7451-9999
* American-style restaurant.
* Located in a cultural/historic venue.
* Afternoon tea; a good cuppa any time.
* Take-out available.
* Loose leaf tea and teabags served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Outdoor seating.
* Credit cards.
Afternoon tea served weekdays, 3 to 5pm; weekends 4 to 5pm. This is a lovely glassed-in, contemporary restaurant/café located within St. James' Park, a short stroll from Buckingham Palace. They do a lovely afternoon tea for £12. The kitchen uses produce sourced fresh from Britain's farms; organic whenever possible. Seasonal menu. We first came here for breakfast one morning, where we enjoyed soft-boiled eggs and toast soldiers, with a pot of perfect tea made with loose leaf tea. What a way to start the day! (by Tea Lover) U

Kamakura Minamoto [Tea room]
44 Picadilly W1

Kandy Tea Room [Tea room]
4 Holland Street W8; 01-71-937-3001middl3
Kandy was the ancient capital of Ceylon. The sign outside the tea room reads, "Nice tea for nice people," and Kandy Tea Room is a nice place! This small but delightful tea room is located down a quaint side street off Kensington Church Street. There are five tables, and the decor is eclectic, with definite Indian appeal. Lovely English china is used, and there are some pretty cups hanging along the rear wall. Homemade scones and quality tea cakes are their calling card. I had a cream tea here, and was well pleased with everything. Hours are Tuesday through Friday, 11am to 5pm; Saturday and Sunday, 11am to 6pm. April 2001 (by Tea Lover)

The Landmark Hotel [Tea room]
222 Marylebone Road NW1; 44 20 7631 8000
Afternoon tea served daily in the Winter Garden atrium from 3pm to 6pm. Minimum charge per person for non-residents. Extensive selection of teas. 3F

The Lanesborough [Tea room]
Hyde Park Corner, SW1; 020 7259 5599
Afternoon tea is served in The Conservatory restaurant, 3.30 to 6pm. Vegetarian haute cuisine menu. 3F

Maids of Honour Tea Room [Tea room]
28 Kew Gardens, Richmond TW9; 44 208-940-2752
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* English tea service.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Credit cards.
Open Tuesday through Saturday, 9.30am to 5.30pm. Quaint and quintessentially English. Lots of chintz. Food is delicious, and their specialty, the Maids of Honour, melt in your mouth! The waitresses wear uniforms and the service is excellent. Indulge in a full afternoon tea here, then walk off the calories at Kew Gardens, just steps away. (by Tea Lover) 3F

Maison Bertaux [Tea room]
28 Greek Street, Westminster W1D; 020-7437-6007
* French/Continental style in an historic or landmark building.
* Located at a bakery in Soho.
* Dessert tea.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
Open Monday through Friday 8am to 8pm. 4/7

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park Hotel [Tea room]
66 Knightsbridge SW1; 44 20 7235 2000
Afternoon tea served 3 to 6pm daily in The Park overlooking Hyde Park. 3F

The Mandeville Hotel [Tea room]
Mandeville Place W1; 44 20 7935 5599
* Hotel tea room in the city downtown.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Credit cards.
Fashion Tea and Tea For Men served Monday through Saturday 3 to 5pm in deVille Restaurant. Reservations recommended. 3/08

Marks & Spencer [Tea merchant]
458 Oxford Street W1

The Milestone Hotel [Tea room]
1 Kensington Court; 44-0-20-7917-1000
 Traditional English afternoon tea served in the Park Lounge overlooking Kensington Gardens and the Palace. 4/7

Mo Tea Room [Tea room]
23 Heddon Street, W1, Mayfair; 020-7734-3999 <

The Muffin Man [Tea room and merchant]
12 Wright's Lane W8; 020 7937 6652
Located in Kensington, across the street from Penguin Books HQ, just around the corner from the High Street Kensington Station. Full service tea shop which also offers for sale their Muffin Man house tea blend. (by Tea Lover) Updated (by Monica Salman) &

Neal's Yard Bakery & Tearoom [Tea room]
6 Neal's Yard; 44 (0)20 7836 5199
Vegetarian menu. Hours Monday through Saturday, 10.30am to 5pm. 3F

The Orangery at Kensington Palace [Tea room]
Kensington Palace, Kensington Gardens W8; 020-7376-0239
 The Orangery, located on the grounds of Kensington Palace, is *the* place in London for a laid-back and enjoyable afternoon tea! Tea is served beginning at 3pm, and if you're not there when the doors open, be prepared to wait in line. This place is popular, and it's easy to understand why. There are several tea menus to choose from, with prices ranging from £7.95 to £12.95. Everything is fresh and delicious. In addition to the set tea choices, there are lots and lots of fun à la carte items to choose from, such as black and white sables, all-butter shortbread, spiced apple cake served warm with clotted cream, or toasted crumpets! (The "Orangery" cake is to die for!) Homemade soup (I had carrot and orange soup ~ yummy) with a cheese scone or bread will run you £3.95. Tea choices include English Breakfast, Earl Grey, peppermint, chamomile, blackcurrant with ginseng and vanilla, and lemon and ginger (bags), and Lapsang Souchong, orange blossom, Assam, and Darjeeling (loose leaf). There is also an extensive selection of wines, fruit juices, sodas, and coffees. It doesn't get any better than this for a relaxing respite in the middle of the day. The gardens at Kensington are just lovely and worthy of a stroll after tea. And of course, the Palace itself is a must-see. 4/01 (by Tea Lover) Update (by The Teacher Who Loves Tea!): Open at 10am during the week and serving tea all day. If you have a London Pass, the pot of tea for one is free. 3G

Parlour at Sketch [Tea room]
9 Conduit Street; 440-870-777-4488
* French/Continental style restaurant.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea, cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Internet access.
Tea served daily, 3 to 7.30pm. Reservations suggested. / Updated 4/7

Patisserie Française [Tea room]
27 Kensington Church Street, Kensington W8; 011-44-20-7937-9574
French style tea and pastries. Open Monday through Saturday, 8am to 6pm. _

Paul [Tea room and merchant]
29 Bedford Street, Covent Garden WC2E; 020-7836-5321
* French/Continental style at a gourmet foods shop.
* Dessert tea.
Multiple locations throughout London and UK. See More Tea Rooms. 4/7

Portrait Restaurant [Tea room]
National Portrait Gallery, St. Martin's Place; 011-44-207-306-0055
* Afternoon tea, a good cuppa any time.
* English style tea service.
* Tea served in a teacup.
Afternoon tea served daily, 2 to 5pm. Portrait Tea with selection of house sandwiches, cake, scone with clotted cream and preserves, and selection of teas: £9.95. (by Tea Lover) L

Postcard Teas [Tea room]
9 Dering Street, W1; 020-7629-3654
Tea shop in an art gallery. < Updated 3/08

Ravenscourt Park Tea House [Tea room]
Ravenscourt Park, Hammersmith W6; 020-8741-3993 _

Richoux [Tea room]
3 Circus Road, St. John's Wood NW8; 020-7483-4001
172 Piccadilly W1; 020-7493-2204 

ReviewsThe Ritz [Tea room]
150 Picadilly W1; 020-7493-8181
Jacket and tie required. Afternoon tea served daily, 2 to 6pm; reservations a must.
Reviews of this tea room.

The Rubens at The Palace [Tea room]
39 Buckingham Palace Road; 44-207-834-6600
* Traditional English ambiance.
* Located in a hotel.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas and teabags served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Credit cards.
Tea served daily, 2.30 to 5pm. Reservations suggested. Rubens has a "gentlemen's club" feel to it. Close to Buckingham Palace and Horse Guards Parade. They serve a Traditional Afternoon Tea (£16.50); Devonshire Cream Tea (£12.50); Royal Palace High Tea (£22.50); Original Crumpet Tea (£16.50); and a "Gingerbread Men" Tea (£9.50) of traditional Gingerbread Men biscuits served with homemade shortbread and a pot of tea. Over a dozen teas and tisanes. A quiet, lovely place for afternoon tea. (by Tea Lover) U

Sanderson Hotel [Tea room]
50 Berners Street W1T; 020-7300-1400/01 (USA 800-606-6090)
"TeaSpoon" afternoon tea served daily, 3 to 5pm, in the Spoon Restaurant. Reservations recommended. +

Savoy Hotel [Tea room]
The Strand WC2; 020-7836-4343 or 7420-2065
Afternoon tea served 3 to 5.30pm; tea dances on Sundays. 3F

Sienna Cafe, Selfridges [Tea room]
400 Oxford Street W1A; 800-123-400
* Traditional English style at a department store in an historic or landmark building.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Seats 64.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* On-site parking.
* Credit/debit cards.
Open Sunday 11.30am to 5.30pm; Monday through Wednesday 9.30am to 9.30pm; Thursday 9.30am to 8.30pm; Saturday 9.30am to 7.30pm. (by Lynne Stevens, manager) Updated 3/08

The Stafford Hotel [Tea room]
St. James Place SW1; 0270-493-0111
Afternoon tea served daily, 3 to 5.30pm, in the elegant Drawing Room. At least five different teas to choose from each day.  3F

The Tea & Coffee Plant [Tea merchant]
170 Portobello Road, W11, Notting Hill; 44 (0)20 7221 8137 
Open Tuesday through Thursday, 10.30am to 6.30pm; Friday and Saturday, 9.15am to 6pm. _

Tea Box [Tea room and merchant]
7 Paradise Road, Richmond, Greater London. 
* Bistro style.
* Loose leaf teas.
Updated 3/08

Tea 5 [Tea room and merchant]
Sofitel London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5; +44 20/87577647
Opening June, 2008.
* Continental style hotel tea room.
* Located adjoining the airport terminal.
* Afternoon tea, dessert tea.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
"Tea master" on premises.
3/08

The Tea House [Tea merchant]
15a Neal Street WC2; 44 (0)20 7240 7539 
* Tea tastings.
* Loose leaf tea.
* Credit cards.
Located in Covent Garden. Open weekdays 10am to 8pm; Saturday to 7pm; Sunday 12noon to 6pm. Updated (by Tea Lover) QP

Tea Palace [Tea room and merchant]
175 Westbourne Grove W11; 44 (0)20 7727 2600 
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas.
* Caffeine-free selections.
Open weekdays 10am to 7pm; weekends 9am to 7pm. Reservations suggested for afternoon tea. Located in Notting Hill area. &

Tea Rooms des Artistes [Tea room]
697 Wandsworth Road, SW8; 44 (0)20 7652 6526 
Vegetarian menu

Teapod [Tea room and merchant]
31 Shad Thames 2YR; 020 7407 0000 
* Contemporary style in an historic or landmark building near Tower Bridge.
* Afternoon tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Chai, other tea beverages, caffeine-free selections.
* Take-out available.
Open daily. Light meals. 2/08

Hotel Thistle Charing Cross [Tea room]
The Strand, WC2; 44 0 870 333 9181 
* Victorian style hotel tea room.
* Located in the city downtown near Covent Garden and Trafalgar Square.
* Afternoon tea.
Tea served daily from 3 to 5.30pm in The Strand Lounge. Reservations suggested. 8/06

Thomas Goode [Tea room]
19 S. Audley Street W1; 0270-499-2823

Waldorf Meridien [Tea room]
Adlwych, Covent Garden; 020-7836-2400
 Tea served weekdays 3 to 5.30pm in the Palm Court. Saturday and Sunday tea dances by advance reservation. Opulent surroundings. Champagne available. 3F

Whittard of Chelsea [Tea merchant]
65 Regent Street W1; 0270-734-2170
Over 150 shops and outlets throughout London and Great Britain. See More tea rooms.

Wimbledon Museum Tea Room [Tea room]
All England Lawn Tennis Club, Church Road, Wimbledon, London SW1; 020-8944-2257 3F

The Wolseley [Tea room and merchant]
160 Piccadilly W1; 020 7499 6996
* Old World style.
* Located in an historic or landmark building in the city downtown.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
Afternoon tea served weekdays 3 to 5.30pm; weekends 3.30 to 6pm. 10/06 

Yauatcha [Tea room]
15 Broadwick Street, W1; 020-7494-8888
* Located in Soho area.
* Dim sum tea, dessert tea.
* Smoke-free. 
Open weekdays 6 to 11pm; Saturday 12noon to 11pm; Sunday 12noon to 10pm. Tea shop is upstairs; restaurant downstairs. <

Yima [Tea room]
96 Parkway, Camden NW1; 020-7428-0263
Moroccan tea room located near Regent's Park and Camden Town Market. Open Saturday and Sunday, 12noon to 9.30pm. _
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Other England 

Please look alphabetically under both town and county/shire. If we have "misfiled" any tea room we'd be grateful if you'd send us a correction.

Bournemouth
07/01 (by EnglishTeaAnytime)

Blue Pool Tea House [Tea room]
The Blue Pool; 01929-551-408

Cranberry's Tea Room [Tea room]
7 Criterion Arcade; 01202-315-528

Ducking Stool Tea Room [Tea room]
13A Ducking Stool Lane; 01202-485-779

Forest Tea House [Tea room]
Pound Lane; 01425-402-305

Harts Tea Shop, High Street
Closed 4/08

Muffins [Tea room]
8 Westbourne Arcade; 01202-757-644

Old Mill Tea Room [Tea room]
Christchurch Quay; 01202-474-942

Old Town Tea Shop [Tea room]
7 High Street; 01202-681-888

Oven Door Tea Shop [Tea room]
Avenue Centre; 01202-556-929

Pier Café [Tea room]
Bournemouth Pier

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Channel Islands

Isabel's Brasserie [Tea room]
35 le Pollet, St. Peter Port, Guernsey; 440 1481 721 121 
* French/Continental style.
* Afternoon tea.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Take-out available.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties.
* Outdoor seating.
* Credit cards.
Tea served daily. 9/06

Les Sablons Tea Garden & Café [Tea room]
St. Peter Port, Guernsey; 440 1481 264 253 
* Cream tea, dessert tea.
* Take-out available.
* Barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Outdoor seating.
* On-site parking.
Tea served daily. 9/06

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Gloucestershire
(Thanks to Lady Eloise!)

BOURTON-ON-WATER

The Bay Tree [Tea room and merchant]
1 Victoria Street; 01451-821818 
 B&B and tea room in the Cotswolds. Specialty is The Bay Tree Special Cream Tea. Vegetarian and low-fat menu choices. Teas and accessories in the adjacent gift shop. Hours: Summer months open Monday through Thursday from 10am; Friday and Saturday from 9am; Sunday from 11am. Open daily in winter. 01/03

Café at the Farmshop at Daylesford Organics [Tea room and merchant]
Daylesford; 01608 731700 
* At a gourmet grocery in a rural area.
* Afternoon tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Outdoor seating.
Open Monday through Saturday 9am to 5pm; Sunday 10am to 4pm. 4/7 

The Croft [Tea room]
01451 821132
Afternoon teas. Outdoor seating (weather permitting). N

Mad Hatter Tea Rooms [Tea room]
01451 821508
Afternoon teas. Outdoor seating (weather permitting). N

Old Manse Hotel [Tea room]
01451 820082
Afternoon teas served daily in The Chestnuts restaurant. N

Polly Perkins Restaurant [Tea room]
01451 820244
Afternoon teas.  N

Riverside Coffee House [Tea room]
01451 820803
Cream teas served daily. N

Rose Tree Restaurant [Tea room]
01451 820635
Cream teas served daily. N

Small Talk Tea Rooms [Tea room]
01451 821596
Clotted cream teas served daily. N

Vernes Tea Room [Tea room]
01451 822005
Afternoon teas. N

Village Restaurant [Tea room]
01451 821880
Afternoon teas. N

Windrush Café [Tea room]
01451 820894
Afternoon and cream teas. Outdoor seating (weather permitting). N

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BUCKLAND

Buckland Manor Hotel [Tea room]
01386 852626
Cream teas. Afternoon tea served Monday through Saturday, 2.30 to 5.30pm and Sundays 4 to 5.30pm. Teas served in the lounge or in the garden (weather permitting). O

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CHIPPING CAMPDEN

Badgers Hall Tea Rooms and B&B [Tea room]
High Street; 01386-84083
Traditional English afternoon cream teas, and a wide selection of teas served all day. Vegetarian menu choices. Tea parties held on the last Wednesday of the month from October through March; reservations suggested. Open year 'round except Christmas and New Year's, 10.30am to 4.30pm. January 2003 3J

Hicks Brasserie Bar [Tea room]
The Square; 1386 840330
Twinings teas and tisanes. 3I

The Malt House [Tea room]
Broad Campden; 01386 840295
Offering a selection of teas and tisanes. 3I

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CINDERFORD

Dean Heritage Centre Tea Shop [Tea room and merchant]
Soudley; 01594-822170
Heritage café and shop. Open April through October 10am to 6pm; November through March to 5pm. January 2003 

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CIRENCESTER

Ann's Pantry [Tea room]
25 Market Place;  01285 644214
Upstairs seating. Cream teas served Monday through Saturday, 9.30am to 5pm. O

Bomfords Deli [Tea room]
61-63 Cricklade Street;  01285 656900
Teas served Monday through Saturday, 9am to 5pm. O

Keiths Coffee Shop [Tea room]
2 Black Jack Street;  01285 654717
Specialty teas served Monday through Saturday, 9am to 5pm. Indoor or courtyard seating (weather permitting). O

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DYRHAM PARK

Tollgate Teashop [Tea room and merchant]
Oldfield Gatehouse;  44-122-589-1585
 * Traditional English style.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
Open Tuesday through Friday, 9.30am to 5pm; Weekends 10.30am to 6.30pm (to 5.30pm in winter). Charming, small, and quaint English tearoom. Local farm clotted cream served. Scones include plain, fruit, coconut, cherry, cheese, and a breakfast scone. Tea choices include English Breakfast, Earl Grey, Darjeeling, Lapsang Souchong, and herbal infusions. (by Tea Lover) P

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LECHLADE

Black Cat [Tea room]
High Street;  01367 252273
Open daily. Cream teas served all day. O

 

LONGHOPE

Old Dairy Tearoom [Tea room and merchant]
Harts Barn Crafts Centre, Monmouth Road; 01 452 831221
* Traditional English style in an historic or landmark building in a rural area.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, theme teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas and teabags served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Fair Trade and organic products.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties for adults during regular and extended hours; seats 32.
* Off-site catering.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* On-site parking.
Open April through October Tuesday through Sunday 9.30am to 5pm; November through March Tuesday through Sunday 10am to 4pm, including bank holidays. (by olddairytearooms) 2/8

 

MINCHINHAMPTON

His and Hers Restaurant [Tea room]
No. 3 West End;  01453 883382
Cream teas served Tuesday through Saturday from 9.30am. O

 

NORTHLEACH

The Corner Green Teashop & Restaurant [Tea room]
01451 860240
Open Tuesday through Saturday; shorter winter hours. O

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NEWENT

Good News Centre [Tea room]
High Street; 01531 821456
Tea and coffee shop located in a book shop. O

Mrs Miggins [Tea room]
3 Ledbury Road;  01531 820941
At Hazlefield Nurseries. Tea indoors or on the verandah overlooking the lake. Children's play area. O

 

PAINSWICK

The Painswick Hotel [Tea room]
Kemps Lane;  440 1452 812160
Afternoon tea served daily, 3.30 to 5.30pm, in one of the drawing rooms, or on the terrace (weather permitting). 3I

 

STANWAY

Old Bake House [Tea room]
Stanway Post Office; 01386 584204
Cream teas and specialty teas. O

 

STOW ON THE WOLD

Hunters Restaurant [Tea room]
Broadway;  01451 832463
Cream teas made with loose leaf teas.  Updated (by john.hunter) O 6/06

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TETBURY

Crown Inn [Tea room]
Gumstool Hill;  01666 502469
* Child friendly.
Teas served daily. O

Two Toads [Tea room]
Church Street; 01666 503696
* Barrier-free.
Teas served Monday through Saturday. Garden seating (weather permitting). Member of Tea Council Guild of Tea Shops. O

Welcome Chair [Tea room]
Long Street;  01666 503337
Teas served Tuesday through Saturday, 9.30am to 4.30pm; shorter winter hours. O

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North Yorkshire
09/03 (by Lady Ambrose)

HARROGATE

Catwalk Café [Tea room]
18 Montpellier Parade; 01423 567127
Afternoon tea. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 9am to 5.30pm; Sunday 10am to 4.30pm. 3I

Jenny's Tea Rooms [Tea room]
7 Montpellier Mews; 01423 525554
Afternoon tea, homemade cakes. Open Monday through Saturday, 10am to 5.30pm. 3I

Le Jardin Café & Cellar Room [Tea room]
7 Montpellier Parade; 01423 507323
Afternoon tea. Open Monday through Saturday, 10am to 5pm.

Parliament Café [Tea room]
Edinburgh Woollen Mill, Parliament Street; 01423 566570 
"Luxury tea." Non-smoking. Open Monday through Saturday, 9am to 5pm; Sundays 11am to 4pm.

The Promenade Rooms [Tea room]
33 Montpellier Parade; 01423 569691
 Afternoon tea; take-out. Open daily, 8.30am to 5.30pm.

The Promender [Tea room]
39 Swan Road; 01423 507876
 Afternoon tea, take-out orders. Open daily, 10am to 5pm.

The Tea Room [Tea room and merchant]
Westminster Arcade, 1st Floor, Parliament Street; 01423 506663
Afternoon teas, cakes, fine teas served and sold. Hours Tuesday through Friday, 9.30am to 4.30pm; Saturday to 5pm.

The Tent Room at Ottaways' Casa Fina [Tea room]
21 West Park; 01423 505871
Afternoon tea. Non-smoking. Open Monday through Saturday, 10am to 5pm.

Woolworths [Tea room]
Cambridge Street; 01423 565800
 Afternoon teas; tea and cakes any time. Child-friendly; non-smoking area. Hours Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm; weekends to 6pm.

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KNARESBOROUGH

Knaresborough Boathouse [Tea room]
2 Waterside; 01423 862105
Afternoon teas; private parties. Open daily, 10am to 5pm.

The Loft Tearooms [Tea room]
Green Dragon Yard, Castlegate; 01423 860949
 1930s style tearoom. Open daily except Thursday, 9am to 5pm.

Henshaws Arts & Crafts Centre Tearoom [Tea room]
Conyngham Hall Grounds, Bond End; 01423 541888
Open daily 10am to 4pm.

Hermitage Cafe & Tea Garden [Tea room]
10 Waterside; 01423 863349 
Open daily 2 to 5pm except Friday, Easter through October. 

John Farrah's Lavender Tea Rooms [Tea room]
16 Market Place; 01423 860555
Hours Monday through Saturday, 10am to 4.30pm; Sunday from 11am. Longer hours in the high season. Menu uses all local produce. Specialty is Lavender and Lemon Scones.

Kirkgate Koffee Pot [Tea room]
17 Kirkgate; 01423 862704
Non-smoking. Open Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday only, 11.30am to 5pm.

Pollyannas Tea Rooms [Tea room]
Jockey Lane, off High Street; 01423 869208
 Vegetarian menu choices. Closed Thursdays; open daily 10am to 4.30pm; Sundays 12noon to 5pm.

Polly's Pantry at Moorland Nurseries [Tea room]
Forest Moor Road (near Knaresborough); 01423 869964 
 Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 5pm; Sundays to 4.30pm.

Prudames [Tea room]
9 Silver Street; 01423 863143
Teas and light meals. Open weekdays and Saturday 8.30am to 4.30pm; Sundays 10am to 4pm.

Rascals [Tea room]
29 Waterside; 01423 863606
Afternoon teas. Open daily, 11am to 5pm; extended hours in the high season.

Riverside Café On the Waterside [Tea room]
01423 865981 / 884301
Afternoon tea. Open weekdays 10.30am to 5pm; weekends 9.30am to 6pm. Shorter hours in winter season.

The Tipsy Lintel [Tea room]
24 High Street; 01423 868674
Afternoon teas, tea and cakes all day. Open daily except Fridays, 9.30am to 4pm.

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PATELEY BRIDGE

Apothecary's House [Tea room]
37 High Street; 01423 711767
Afternoon tea. Open daily 10am to 5pm; Sundays from 11am. Closed Thursdays in winter season.

Barbara's Tea Rooms [Tea room]
Park View; 01423 711013
Open daily 9.30am to 5.30pm; extended summer hours. 

Riverside Tea Rooms [Tea room]
Riverside, Nidd Walk; 01423 711152 
Hours 10am to 5pm. Open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and weekends in summer; weekends only from November to March.

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RIPON

Cornbell Coffee House [Tea room]
84 North Street; 01765 604724
Afternoon teas, tea and snacks any time. Open daily 9am to 5pm.

Ladies World Coffee Shop [Tea room]
15 North Street; 01765 607027
 Open daily except Sunday, 9.30am to 4.30pm.

Poppies [Tea room]
Ripon Small Shops Arcade, Duck Hill; 01765 605283
Afternoon tea. Open daily except Sunday, 9am to 4pm; extended summer hours. HS

Yesteryear Tea Shoppe & Curios [Tea room and merchant]
6/7 High Skellgate; 01765 607801
Open daily, 9am to 7pm.

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THRUSCROSS

Stonehouse Inn [Tea room]
01943-880-325
* A good cuppa any time.
* Fair Trade products.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
In Washburn Valley near Harrogate. `

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YORK

Betty's Café Tea Room [Tea room and merchant]
6-8 St. Helens Square; 01-904-659-142
Open 9am to 9pm daily. Pianist every evening from 6 to 9pm.

Chestnut House Tea Shop [Tea room]
Chestnut House, Filey Road; 440-1723-891-142 U

Daffy Caffy [Tea room]
High Mill House, Church Houses; 440-1751-430-363 U

Little Betty's Café Tea Room [Tea room]
46 Stonegate; 01-904-659-142
9am to 5.30pm daily.

Middlethorpe Hall Hotel, Restaurant, and Spa [Tea room]
Bishopthorpe Road; 440-1904-641-241
* Historic or landmark building.
* Casual but neat - No jeans, please!
* Afternoon tea.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
English afternoon tea served daily from 3 to 6pm in the drawing room. Taylors of Harrogate teas. `

Mrs Rumage's Tea Shop [Tea room]
26 Hungate, Pickering; 440-1751-477-664 U

Red's Café Tea Rooms [Tea room]
30-32 High Petergate; 440-1904-655344 3E

Sally Anns [Tea room]
28 Colliergate; 440-1904-631-662 U

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ELSEWHERE IN ENGLAND ...

Amberley Castle [Tea room]
Amberley, near Arundel, West Sussex; 44-01798-831-992 
 * Located in an historic or landmark building in a B&B or inn.
* Dress casual but neat - No jeans, please!
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea.
* Outdoor seating.
Tea served to the public Monday through Thursday from 3.30 to 4.30pm. Reservations required for non-residents. 9/06

The Pump Room Restaurant [Tea room]
Abbey Churchyard, Bath, North East Somerset; 44-1225-444477 
 * Afternoon tea, cream tea.
* Credit cards.
* Child-friendly.
18th century style tea room. Natural spring water feeds the Roman baths and is said to have curative properties. Open daily, 9.30am to 4.30pm. O

ReviewsSally Lunn's Tea Rooms [Tea room]
4 North Parade Passage, Bath, North East Somerset; 44-1225-461634
* Credit cards.
Located in the oldest known house in Bath, dating to 1492. Home of the famous Sally Lunn Bun introduced in the 1680s. Open Monday through Saturday, 10am to 9pm; Sunday 11am to 4pm. O
 Reviews of this tea room.

Tai Tai Teahouse [Tea room]
51 Walcot Street, Bath, North East Somerset; 44-1225-444122
* A good cuppa any time.
* Smoke-free.
* Credit cards.
Asian style tea room with gongfu tea ceremony demonstrations for groups up to six by reservation only. Open Monday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm. O

Jazzsong Café [Tea room]
76-80 Bolton Street, Blackpool, Lancashire; 44-01253-346-857
* Art Deco style restaurant.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Private tea parties for adults.
* Live music.
Tea served Tuesday through Sunday at 2.30 and 4.15pm. Reservations suggested. 3/7

Tea Room at The Farm [Tea room]
Burscough, Lancashire; 44-01704 894889
* Country style at a farm shop in a rural area.
* Cream tea.
Open daily 10am to 4pm. 6/08

Darcys Tearooms [Tea room and merchant]
52 Eastbank Street, Southport, Lancashire; 44-01704-543-290
* Victorian style in a resort area near Liverpool/Manchester.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, theme teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas and teabags served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Take-out available.
* Tea tastings; tea classes/workshops.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Private tea parties for adults and children during regular and extended hours.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Live music.
* Gift certificates.
* Credit cards.
Open Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday 10am to 5pm; Thursday and Friday 10am to 8pm. Closed Christmas, Boxing Day, and bank holidays. Reservations required for groups of seven or more. (by Wayne McLellan, owner) 5/7

Clock Tower Tea Rooms [Tea room]
Sewerby Hall and Gardens, Bridlington; 01262 605 287
Open February through October only.
* Located at a cultural venue.
* Afternoon tea.
* Barrier-free.
* Private tea parties.
* Outdoor seating.
12/00 Updated 5/7

The De Vere Grand Brighton [Tea room]
King's Road, Brighton, Sussex; 44-1273-224-300
* Traditional English style.
* Hotel tea in a resort area.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Internet access.
* Credit cards.
Tea served daily in Victoria Lounge. 6/06 

The Mock Turtle [Tea room]
4 Pool Valley, Brighton, Sussex; 44-127-332-7380
* Traditional English ambiance.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Tea served in a teapot.
* Outdoor seating.
* Credit cards.
Egon Ronay recommended -- extremely popular! (by Tea Lover) S

Barn Owl Bar at Dormy House Hotel [Tea room]
Willersey Hill, Broadway, Worcestershire; 01386 852711 
Call ahead for a cup of tea to sip while relaxing in front of the fireplace. 3I

Tisanes Tearooms [Tea room]
Cotswold House, 21 The Green, Broadway, Worcestershire; +44 386 853 296
* Traditional English style.
* Located in a rural area near Broadway Tower.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
Open daily 10am to 5pm; closed Christmas Day. No reservations. (by Steve Sone, owners) 3/7

Juri's Olde Bakery Tea Shoppe [Tea room]
High Street, Winchcombe, Cheltenham; 01242 602469
* Fusion Eurasian style in a cottage setting.
* Located in an historic or landmark building.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Outdoor seating.
Open Wednesday through Friday 10a0m to 5pm; Saturday 10.30am to 5pm; Sunday 11am to 5pm; and Monday bank holidays. Afternoon tea served weekdays 3 to 6pm; weekends 2 to 6pm. 4/08 

St. Martin's Tea Rooms [Tea room]
3 St. Martin's Street, Chichester, West Sussex; 01243-786715 
Open 9am to 6pm; closed Sundays. Vegetarian menu. January 2003

Shepherds Tea Rooms [Tea room and merchant]
35, Little London, Chichester, West Sussex
December 2000

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CORNWALL

Charlotte's Tea House [Tea room and merchant]
Coinage Hall, 1 Boscawen Street, Truro; 01872 263706 
* Victorian style in an historic or landmark building in town commercial district.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
Open Monday through Saturday 10am to 5pm. Teas available from nearby Tregothnan tea estate. 3/08 

Cream [Tea room]
Atlantic Road, Tintagel; 01840 779270 
* Contemporary style in a rural area near Tintagel Castle.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, etc. are fine.
* Cream tea, dessert tea.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Chai, other tea beverages, caffeine-free selections.
* Barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties outside regular hours.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* Credit cards.
Open daily from 8.30am. (by Cream, owner) 4/7

The Potter's Barn [Tea room]
Wenford Bridge, St. Breward, Bodmin; 01208 850471 
* Cottage style in an historic or landmark building.
* Located in a rural area near Camel Trail.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, etc. are fine.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas and teabags served in a teapot.
* Smoke-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Outdoor seating.
* On-site parking.
* Credit cards.
Open Tuesday through Sunday, and bank/school holidays on Monday. Reservations accepted. Former home of Michael Cardew. (by Andy Titcomb, webmaster) 1/7

The Old Pilchard Press [Tea room]
Old Quay Street, Mousehole; 01736 731154 
Open daily, March through November, 10.30am to 5pm; extended summer hours; special Christmas and New Year's hours. 01/03

T&D Coffee House [Tea room and merchant]
Cecil Street, Carlisle; 01228 510 861 
* Located in a bakery.
* Loose leaf tea and teabags.
* Fair Trade products.
Open Monday through Saturday 8am to 5pm. /

The Tea Shop [Tea room and merchant]
Trewithen Gardens, Grampound Road, Truro; 01726 883 609 
* Traditional English style at a nursery or garden center at a cultural venue.
* Cream tea.
* Teas served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Barrier-free.
* On-site parking.
Open daily 10am to 4.30pm. 4/7

Trevathan Farm Tea Room [Tea room]
St. Endellion, Port Isaac; 01208 880164 
Open daily, 10am to 6pm, from Easter through end of October. Specialty: Cornish cream tea. 01/03

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Hazelmere Cafê & Bakery [Tea room]
1-2 Yewbarrow Terrace, Grange-over-Sands, Lake District, Cumbria; 44 01539 532 972
* British style in a bakery.
* Located in an historic or landmark building across from the ornamental gardens.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Vegetarian menu choices.  <

Rothay Manor Hotel and Restaurant [Tea room]
Ambleside, Lake District, Cumbria; 44 015394 33605
Buffet-style afternoon tea served every day, 3.30 to 5.30pm. Vegetarian dishes available with advance notice. 3F

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DEVON

The Copper Kettle [Tea room]
Station Road, Bovey Tracey; 44-162-683-2243 
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* English tea service.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Credit cards.
(by Tea Lover) P

Georgian Tea Room [Tea room]
Broadway House, 35 High Street, Topsham, Exeter; 44-139-287-465 
* Traditional English ambiance.
* Cream tea.
* Outdoor seating. U

Greys Dining Room [Tea room and merchant]
96 High Street, Totnes; 01803 866369 
* Old World style.
* Cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
Tea served Thursday through Tuesday 2.30 to 5pm. 3/08

Killerton [Tea room]
Broadclyst, Exeter; 01392 882 081 
* Located in an historic or cultural venue.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea.
Afternoon tea served in The Garden restaurant in the mansion; cream tea served in The Orchard tea room in the stable courtyard. Tours available. Open year-round; seasonal hours. <

Saidees Tea Rooms [Tea room]
10/11 Fore Street; Ilfracombe; 0127 186 3314 
* Traditional English style in a resort area near the harbour.
* Cream tea.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Chai.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Smoke-free.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Credit cards.
Open daily. (by saidees tea rooms) 7/7

Greenway [Tea room]
Greenway Road, Galmpton; 01803 843 235 
* Located in an historic or cultural venue near Brixham.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Barrier-free.
Open Wednesday through Saturday from March 1st through October only.

Primrose Cottage [Tea room]
Lustleigh; 01647 277365 
Located next to the village green. Open Wednesday through Monday, spring through autumn, 10.30am to 5.30pm. Non-smoking tea room. January 2003

The Store & Tearoom [Tea room and merchant]
South Zeal, Okehampton; 01837 840 318 
* At a natural foods store in an historic or landmark building.
* Located in a rural area near Dartmoor.
* Cream tea, dessert tea.
* Teabags.
* Take-out available.
* Fair Trade products.
* Outdoor seating.
* Credit cards.
Open Monday through Saturday 8am to 5pm; Sunday 9am to 12noon. Historic village. (by Chris & Helen Law, owners) 9/06

The Duckery Restaurant [Tea room]
Otterton Mill Center, Otterton Mill; 01395 568521 or 01395 567041 
Homemade menu with vegetarian selections. Outdoor courtyard or meadow seating, weather permitting. Open daily 10am to 5pm; earlier closing in winter. January 2003

Tudor Rose Tea Rooms [Tea room]
36 New Street, The Barbican, Plymouth; 44-175-225-5502 
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* English tea service.
* Credit cards.
Open daily, 10am to 5.30pm. (by Tea Lover) P

The Corn Dolly [Tea room and merchant]
115A East Street, South Molton; 01769 574249 
Loose-leaf teas, traditional tea sweets. Featuring The Corn Dolly Tea. Separate children's menu. Hours Monday through Saturday, 9.30am to 5pm. January 2003

Angels Tea Rooms [Tea room]
49 Babbacombe Road, Babbacombe, Torquay; 44-180-332-4477 
* Traditional English ambiance.
* Located in town historic district.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea and teabags served in a teapot.
* Credit cards. 
(by Tea Lover) U

Lanscombe House Hotel [Tea room]
Cockington Village, Torquay; 44-180-360-6938 
* Traditional English ambiance.
* Located in a B&B/inn.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea and teabags served in a teapot.
* Smoke-free.
* Outdoor seating.
* On-site parking.
* Credit cards.
This is a charming B&B -- we stayed here a few weeks ago. They serve a complimentary cream tea (with generous amounts of local Devon clotted cream) to hotel guests. The B&B is good value for money, and the owners are very friendly. Highly recommended. Directions: Head for Torquay sea front and turn towards Paignton. After about half a mile at Livermead turn right signposted to Cockington and Cockington Country Park. Keep on this country lane for about half a mile and you will find the hotel on the left hand side as you enter the village. (by Tea Lover) U

The Pink Geranium [Tea room]
87 Ilsham Road, Wellswood, Torquay; 44-180-321-1758 
 * Traditional English ambiance.
* Located in town historic district.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Credit cards. 
Open from 10am. (by Tea Lover) U

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The Courtyard Gardens and Tea Room [Tea room]
48A High Street, Poole, Dorset; 01202-659-865
Opening September, 2008
* Traditional English style in an historic or landmark building. 
* Located in town historic district near Poole Quay.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, theme teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea, teabags, pyramid teabags served in a teapot.
* Iced teas, caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Special diets with advance notice.
* Fair Trade and organic products.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties for adults outside regular hours; seats 42.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating. 
* Internet access.
* Credit/debit cards.
Formerly Butterchurn Courtyard Tea Room. Under new ownership as of August, 2008. June through September open daily 8am to 6pm. October through April open Monday through Saturday 8am to 5 or 6pm. Reservations essential for groups of five or more. (by paul.irons, owner) 8/08 

Georgian Tea Rooms [Tea room]
53 Broad Street, Lyme Regis, Dorset; 01297-443-568
* Traditional English style.
* Located in town historic district in an historic or landmark building.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, theme teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas and teabags served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Private parties scheduled during regular hours.
* Outdoor seating.
* Credit cards.
Open daily 10am to 5pm. No need to reserve; reservations accepted for large groups. (by awsampson/w) ~ 

Old Mill Tea Rooms [Tea room]
Christchurch Quay, Dorset; 01202-474-942
Large selection of teas. Cream teas daily; ice cream in season.

Seashells Restaurant and Tea House [Tea room]
34 Panorama Road, Sandbanks, Poole, Dorset; 01202-700-610
Cream teas and homemade scones.

The Sticky Bun Tea Room [Tea room]
Fordingbridge Road, Alderholt, Dorset; 01425 652437 
Outside patio, weather permitting, where you can bring your dog with you. Wheelchair accessible. Open all year except Christmas through New Year's. Hours 10am to 4pm. January 2003

Peacocks Tearoom [Tea room]
65 Waterside, Ely, Cambridgeshire; 01353 661 100
* Traditional English style in an historic or landmark building.
* Located in town historic district near Ely Cathedral.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, etc. are fine.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea, cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Private tea parties outside regular hours.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* Credit cards.
Open Wednesday through Sunday 10.30am to 4.30pm; open on bank holiday Mondays. No reservations. (by George Peacock, owner) 3/7

Lewis's Tea Rooms [Tea room]
13 The High Street, Dulverton, Exmoor; 01398-323850
Specializing in cream teas. Daily in season; call for winter hours. August 2001

The Tea Shoppe [Tea room]
3 High Street, Dunster, Exmoor; 01643-821304
August 2001

The Green Man Inn [Tea room]
B224, Fownhope; 44-1432-860-243
Between Ross-on-Wye and Hereford. Afternoon tea.

Exbury Garden's Tea Rooms -- Smithy Tea Rooms [Tea room]
3 miles south of Beaulieu, Hampshire; 01703-898-737
Cream teas March to October. Disabled accessible.

Cassandra's Cup Tea Shop [Tea room]
Chawton, Hants, Hampshire; 01420 83144
* Cream tea.
Located across from Chawton Cottage, the only one of Jane Austen's residences open to the public. 3/08

The Forte Tea Rooms [Tea room]
78 Parchment Street, Winchester, Hampshire; 01962 856840
 * Cream tea.
* Vegetarian menu choices. 
* Iced teas.
* Smoke-free.
Open Monday through Saturday 9am to 5.30pm. 5/02 3F  5/08

Betty's Café Tea Room [Tea room and merchant]
1 Parliament Street, Harrogate, North Yorkshire; 01-423-502-746
Open 9am to 9pm daily. Pianist every evening from 6 to 9pm.

Katie's Pantry [Tea room and merchant]
31 George Street, Hastings, East Sussex; 01-424-425-821
* Traditional English style in an historic or landmark building.
* Located in town historic district near Hastings Castle.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, etc. are fine.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, theme teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas and teabags served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Take-out available.
* Smoke-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties for adults and children during regular hours; seats 50.
* Off-site catering.
* Tea tastings.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* Internet access.
* Gift certificates.
Hours beginning of November through Easter: Tuesday through Friday 10am to 4pm; Saturday and Sunday 10am to 5.30pm. Summer hours: Open daily 9am to 6pm. Reservations accepted. (by ben, owner) 2/8

Betty's Café Tea Room [Tea room and merchant]
32 The Grove, Ilkley, West Yorkshire; 01-943-608-029
Open 9am to 6pm daily.

Claris's Tea Room and Gift Shop [Tea room and merchant]
1-3 High Street, Biddenden, Kent; 01580 291-025
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Outdoor seating. 
Open year 'round, Tuesday through Sunday, 10.30am