Afternoon tea

There is nothing quite as refined as a traditional afternoon tea, and we love the elegance of this most English of customs.  Of course, in Bristol we like to do things differently from time to time, so there is a little more than the standard  it is extra special.  However, if you prefer things to be as they should be, then there are elegant surrounding waiting for you to indulge in the naughty but nice!

The Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel has been the home of the elegant afternoon tea in Bristol since 1863.  The Royal High Tea is served in the sumptuous Club Lounge or Drawing Room with exquisite decor, soft furnishings, warm colours, along with the marble and brass touches.  The Bristol Royal High Tea for two includes a range of fine sandwiches, delicious pastries and scones, clotted cream, preserves and a choice of teas and coffee and if you really want to spoil yourself, then upgrade to the Champagne High Tea – you deserve it! 

You can also celebrate the Queen's Jubilee over Afternoon Tea at the Marriott Royal.  You can download details here and to make a reservation please call 0117 925 5100 quoting QJBL.

One of the most elegant venues for an afternoon tea with a twist is the River Lounge at the Bristol Hotel. Enjoy Traditional afternoon tea is served daily between 1pm and 6pm where you can experience JING teas – grown in time-honoured gardens, skilfully hand-processed then vacuum-packed at source for unmatched freshness.

For an extra special treat, try the Cream Afternoon Tea with Pink Champagne or the Hendricks Bijoux Afternoon Tea where you can discover the Hendricks Gin cocktail experience served in a tea set.  You can view the menu or book your table online.

Bistro du Vin Bristol, offer a special afternoon tea daily from 2pm until 5pm.  While away an afternoon in stunning surroundings, the finest vintage china, a unique style of hospitality, and of course the most wonderfully delightful cakes, sandwiches and tea. Please call to pre-book on 0117 925 5577