Get ready to indulge in a delightful experience with the best afternoon tea in West Sussex, where countryside charm and coastal elegance come together with a side of scones and style!
Whether you’re exploring the rolling South Downs, visiting a historic market town, or relaxing by the seaside, West Sussex is brimming with beautiful spots to enjoy this much-loved British tradition.
Think fluffy scones with jam and clotted cream, delicate finger sandwiches, and irresistible cakes, all served on tiered stands with your choice of fine teas—or maybe even a glass of bubbly if you’re celebrating!
From grand country house hotels and cosy village cafés to garden tearooms with stunning views, there’s an afternoon tea experience for every taste and occasion.
Perfect for birthdays, catch-ups, or a little self-indulgence, the best afternoon tea in West Sussex offers a delicious escape into elegance and flavour. Pinkies up—it’s time for tea!
Best Afternoon Tea West Sussex Has To Offer
Ashdown Park Hotel
Wych Cross, Forest Row, East Grinstead RH18 5JR
Afternoon Tea at the Ashdown Park Hotel consists of homemade sandwiches, cakes, and scones piled high on bone china plates with accompanying pots of strawberry jam and thick clotted cream.
The period lounges are the perfect place to enjoy Afternoon Tea, or if the weather is nice and warm, the terrace overlooking the lawns.
Served daily from 2.00pm – 6.00pm
Please visit the website for further details
Amberley Castle
Church St, Amberley, Arundel BN18 9LT
Enjoy a home-made afternoon tea of finger sandwiches, fruit and plain scones with clotted cream and seasonal preserve, and a selection of cakes, quiche and sausage rolls.
Served with your choice of tea or coffee.
This will be served in the lounges, the Great Room and the terrace.
Served Wednesday to Sunday from 12.30pm – 4.30pm
Please visit the website for further details
Belinda’s Tea Rooms
13 Tarrant St, Arundel BN18 9DG
Belinda’s Tea Rooms in Arundel offers a selection of finger sandwiches, plus a mini sausage roll or slice of quiche; a slice of cake or sweet per person and a plain or sultana scone with jam and cream or clotted cream, or cheese scone with butter.
Please visit the website for further details
The Boathouse in Littlehampton Marina
Marina Ltd, Ferry Rd, Littlehampton BN17 5DS
The Boathouse is a small independent restaurant within the marina at Littlehampton. They believe in good food at a fair price and cook from scratch.
They are fully licensed and have amazing views across the marina and river.
Please visit the website for further details
Christina’s Afternoon Tea Room
High St, Henfield BN5 9HN
Enjoy the delicious afternoon teas served in this period High Street building in the heart of the West Sussex village of Henfield.
The tearoom menu – offers a mouth-watering combination of sandwiches, scones and cakes, with a variety of teas – all locally sourced.
Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10.00am – 4.00pm Please visit the website for further details
Cockburn’s Tea Room
43 High St, Arundel BN18 9AG
Established in 2013, Cockburn’s is an independent tea room located in Arundel.
They are committed to locally sourced produce, homemade food, friendly service and a relaxed, timeless atmosphere.
Visit them for morning coffee, a delicious lunch, or an indulgent afternoon tea.
Open daily from 10.00am – 4.30pm
Please visit the website for further details
Joanna’s Boutique Tea Rooms
River House, 34 High St, Storrington, Pulborough RH20 4DU
Joanna’s is a beautifully appointed tearoom with glistening chandeliers and white linen table cloths, within their courtyard garden.
Sample delicious menus including special Afternoon Teas, homemade cakes and their famous Welsh Rarebit.
Please visit the website for further details
Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens
Brighton Road, Horsham RH13 6PP
Afternoon tea is without a doubt the most delicious English tradition.
Set within the drawing room of Leonardslee House, which dates back to 1801, and sits on a natural terrace above the steep west side of a valley.
Guests are able to view the kaleidoscope of colour with impressive views over the gardens and South Downs.
Served Thursday to Sunday from 1.00pm – 5.00pm
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The Milk Churn
The Brickworks, Kiln House, 4 Lynwick St, Rudgwick, Horsham RH12 3DH
The Milk Churn is located in Rudgwick on the Surrey and Sussex border, on the site of a former brickworks.
The Milk Churn has grown considerably over the years and they deliver a first-class service with a smile, in a warm and friendly environment.
They offer a simple menu, which features their own products along with quality, local ingredients.
Please visit the website for further details
Motte and Bailey Cafe
49 High St, Arundel BN18 9AG
At Motte and Bailey Cafe you can enjoy a traditional cream tea with a fruit or plain scone, clotted cream and jam served with a pot of tea or filter coffee.
There is also a savoury option with a wholemeal cheese scone, cream cheese and chutney.
Please visit the website for further details
Wickwoods – The Glass House Restaurant
Shaves Wood Ln, Albourne, Hassocks BN6 9DY
Set in beautiful grounds and gardens, surrounded by woodland in the West Sussex countryside, enjoy an afternoon at The Glass House, Wickwoods.
Dine in the orangery with stunning views. In the warmer months enjoy our adjoining terrace in the garden.
Enjoy sweet and savoury treats, finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones and patisserie.
Choose from artisan teas and coffees or, why not add a glass of sparkling wine?
Please visit the website for further details
Tottington Manor
Edburton Rd, Henfield BN5 9LJ
Enjoy an Afternoon Tea at Tottington Manor with a selection of freshly made finger sandwiches, cakes, treats and your choice of Hoogly Tea or Coffee.
Why not make an afternoon of it with a beautiful bottle of Sussex Sparkling wine of Prosecco?
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South Lodge Hotel
Brighton Rd, Lower Beeding, Crabtree, Horsham RH13 6PS
Afternoon tea at South Lodge is available in The Camellia restaurant, sitting in one of the lounges in the spring sunshine, relaxing outside on the terrace on a summer’s day.
Overlooking the display of autumn colours or snuggled deep in a sofa in The Drawing Room during the winter months.
Served daily from 1.30pm – 3.30pm
Please visit the website for further details
Bolney Wine Estate
Foxhole Ln, Bolney, Haywards Heath RH17 5NB
Bolney Wine Estate offers afternoon tea events throughout the year.
For example the vineyard of this beautiful Sussex Estate is offering an English Afternoon Tea in the vines on Sunday 7th and Monday 8th May, 2023.
Please visit the website for further details
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