Enjoy a truly elegant afternoon tea in Bath, where Georgian charm, historic beauty, and mouth-watering treats create the perfect setting for indulgence!
Whether you’re exploring the Roman Baths, strolling through the Royal Crescent, or shopping in the quaint streets, Bath offers a delightful selection of spots to enjoy this beloved British tradition.
Tuck into a tiered selection of finger sandwiches, warm scones with clotted cream and jam, and an irresistible array of cakes and pastries, all served with your favourite tea—or even a glass of bubbly for that extra sparkle!
Top venues like The Pump Room, The Royal Crescent Hotel, and Sweet Little Things provide beautiful and unique settings, from grand historic buildings to cosy and colourful tearooms.
Perfect for special occasions, catch-ups with friends, or simply treating yourself, afternoon tea in Bath is a must-try experience that combines heritage, relaxation, and a whole lot of cake.
Best Afternoon Teas Bath has To Offer
Henrietta House Afternoon Tea
27-29 Henrietta St, Bathwick, Bath BA2 6LR
Henrietta house where tradition and history meet modern luxury.
Member of Radisson Individuals situated near Pulteney Bridge, just minutes from the charming city center of Bath. The conveniently located hotel features two separate buildings with a distinct atmosphere.
With antiques and elegant furnishings, the interior of the Henrietta house creates an opulent atmosphere for guests to enjoy savoury and sweet treats.
Afternoon Tea menu
Traditional Cream Tea – Fruit Scones served with Jam, Cornish Clotted Cream, and Tea or Coffee Selection
Classic Afternoon Tea – Finger Sandwiches, Fruit Scones served with Jam and Cornish Clotted Cream, Macaroons, Mini-Desserts and Tea or Coffee Selection.
Luxury Afternoon Tea – On arrival glass of Champagne, Finger Sandwiches, Fruit Scones served with Jam and Cornish Clotted Cream, Macaroons, Mini-Desserts and Tea or Coffee Selection.
Call to book your table 01225 632632
The Pump Room Restaurant
Pump Room, Stall Street, Bath, BA1 1LZ
The Pump Room Restaurantis an attraction in itself with its stunning Georgian architecture that includes the famous fountain spewing water from a natural hot spring.
Nowhere will a Champagne afternoon tea feel more fitting and this one is about as traditional and luxurious as they come. They also offer a festive afternoon tea.
Open daily.
Comptoir+Cuisine
5 George Street, Bath, BA1 2EJ
Tuck into cheese and charcuterie boards at the quirky French bistro.
Delight in a selection of cheeses with bread and jam, macarons, biscuits and other sweet delicacies.
The Ivy Bath Brasserie
39 Milsom Street, Bath, BA1 1DS
The Ivy Bath Brasserie offers relaxed yet sophisticated all-day dining, bringing old-school glamour with plush furnishings and white table cloths.
Enjoy sandwiches, savouries, cakes and scones created and presented to excite the taste buds.
Open daily.
Sweet Little Things
6 Lower Borough Walls, Bath, BA1 1UQ
This independent tea room is an Instagrammers heaven, with pastel colours and flower walls.
The afternoon tea is as pretty as the décor with with delicate sandwiches, scones and pretty cakes to feast on.
Hands Georgian Tearoom
1 Abbey Street, Bath, BA1 1NN
A family run, traditional tearoom in a Regency townhouse.
Get the full Regency experience at this family run, traditional tearoom in a Regency townhouse.
These traditional tearooms on Abbey Street are a welcoming and unique spot to enjoy a two-tiered High Tea which includes a selection of homemade cakes, sandwiches, and scones with a large pot of tea.
It’s a more laid back affair than most but this adds to the appeal. All comes served to the tinkling tunes of an in-house pianist who plays most weekends and afternoons.
See website for opening times.
The Brook Bar & Bistro at Bath Mill Lodge
Newton Road, Bath, BA2 9JF
The Brook Bar & Bistro is located on the grounds of the five-star Bath Mill Lodge Retreat.
Traditional afternoon tea packages are on the menu but they’ve added their own twist with the G & Teapot and traditional afternoon tea with mini prosecco.
See website for opening times.
The Bath Bun Tea Shoppe
2 Abbey Green, Bath, BA1 1NW
The famous Bath Bun is sold at this quaint tea shop. The bun is laced with sugar and has a sprinkling of currants on top.
The family run café claims to have the best selection of homemade cakes in the city, and offers a traditional Afternoon Tea.
The food all comes served on precious porcelain by staff in period costume with rare teas from around the world.
See website for opening times.
The Roseate Villa Bath
The Roseate Villa Bath, Henrietta Road, Bath, BA2 6LX
The Roseate Villa Bath encompasses 2 converted Victorian houses which have had a characterful legacy.
Start by picking from a selection of loose-leaf teas, followed by a selection of sandwiches on home-made bread, warm plain and fruit scones with strawberry jam and Cornish clotted cream.
Then move on to lavish selection of moreish tarts and French pastries.
No.15 by GuestHouse
15 Great Pulteney Street, Bath, BA2 4BS
Our menu changes seasonally and currently comprises of:
Sandwiches
Smoked salmon, lemon mayo
Coronation egg
Cucumber and mint cream cheese
Ham hock English mustard and tarragon
Sweet treats
Strawberry Tartlet
Chocolate and cherry opera cake
Lemon and raspberry cupcake
Apricot macaron, vanilla butter cream
Pimm’s jelly
Freshly baked plain and fruit scones served with clotted cream and jam
Regency Tea Rooms at The Jane Austen Centre
The Jane Austen Centre Regency Tea Rooms, 40 Gay Street, Bath, BA1 2NT
Afternoon tea at The Jane Austen Centre is part and parcel of the package – and as you would expect is inspired by Austen’s heroes and heroines.
Visitors can choose from the likes of Mrs Bennet’s cake of the day, Mr Dashwood’s aromatic teacake, or Lady Catherine’s proper cream tea.
For the full experience, opt for ‘Tea with Mr Darcy’ which comprises a full selection of sweet and savoury treats.
See website for opening times.
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The Bath Priory
Weston Road, Bath, Somerset BA1 2XT
Traditional afternoon tea is served in The Pantry, lounges or on the terrace. Opt for the full afternoon tea or indulge with champagne.
Expect classic finger sandwiches such as ham and mustard, creamy smoked salmon and egg mayonnaise; homemade British cakes including zesty lemon drizzle, moist carrot cake and fresh raspberry tart.
Finish off with fluffy, warm plain or fruit scones with thick clotted cream and local jam.
The Restaurant at Woolley Grange Hotel
Woolley Green, Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1TX
Although not in Bath itself, it’s worth the six mile trip just to enjoy a traditional afternoon tea in an 18th Century Palladian mansion surrounded by 14 acres of parkland and manicured gardens.
Enjoy sandwiches, scones, handmade cakes and patisserie. There is also a children’s afternoon tea available.
Newton Farm Shop and Café
Newton Farm Shop, Newton St Loe, Bath, BA2 9BT
A wide selection of beautiful home made cakes is available daily with this afternoon tea. The Park Room is a lovely light and airy space to sit, with plenty of natural light.
See website for prices.
Sally Lunn’s Historic Eating House
4 North Parade Passage, Bath, BA1 1NX
Bath’s oldest house, serving the famous Sally Lunn Bunn. Enjoy The Bath Cream Tea – half a Sally Lunn bun topped with homemade cinnamon butter and a dollop of clotted cream.
Enjoy a high tea with a famous Sally Lunn Bunn with smoked salmon and cream tea.
Served daily.
Lucknam Park
Colerne, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 8AZ
Where could be finer to take afternoon tea than in a luxury mansion surrounded by 500 acres of beautiful grounds?
A visit to Lucknam Park is a real treat on special occasions and certainly has the wow factor. Enjoy sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and a patisserie selection.
Royal Crescent Hotel
16 Royal Crescent, Bath BA1 2LS
In the summer, take your lavish afternoon tea in the hidden gardens or by the cosy fireplace in winter.
Choose the savoury option if you don’t have a sweet tooth and enjoy a Bath Chaps beignet and salmon tartare with caviar.
There’s even a special afternoon tea for children under the age of 11.
Abbey Hotel
North Parade, Bath, Somerset BA1 1LF
Sample a selection of sweet treats, delicate sandwiches and warm scones with a pot of classic British tea or a glass of fizz or a bespoke cocktail.
The Gainsborough Bath Spa
Beau Street, Bath BA1 1QY
Retire to The Canvas Room and treat yourself to a traditional afternoon tea at the luxurious five-star Gainsborough Bath Spa hotel.
JING artisan teas are the perfect accompaniment and are usually found in Michelin-starred restaurants.
See website for details.
Browns Bar and Brasserie
Old Police Station, Orange Grove, Bath BA1 1LP
Browns Bath serves an afternoon tea on a three-tiered platter with a selection of savouries, sandwiches, home-baked scones, and an assortment of mini cakes and puddings.
A highlight comes in the form of a tiny whisky marmalade bread and butter pudding. Gluten-free options are also available.
Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel
Sydney Road, BA2 6NS
The luxurious Drawing Room at Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel overlooks the stunning landscape gardens making it a particularly memorable spot to enjoy a traditional afternoon tea.
Sink into one of the comfortable sofas, sip on bubbles and enjoy the fluffiest of scones as you soak up the regal atmosphere.
See website for opening times
DoubleTree by Hilton Bath
Walcot Street, Bath, BA1 5BJ
DoubleTree by Hilton Bath has glorious views of the River Avon and Pulteney Bridge. Their elegant restaurant provides a sophisticated environment to indulge in afternoon tea.
Delve into a selection of classic British treats such as sumptuous sultana scones and an array of traditional finger sandwiches.
See website for prices
The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party
5 Orange Grove BA1 1LP
The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party is a family run tea room located right in the heart of Bath.
On the menu are cream teas, homemade cakes, snacks, the finest selection of Lavazza coffee and Teapigs.
Contact directly for bookings and prices
Open daily.
Bailbrook House Hotel
Eveleigh Avenue, London Road West BA1 7JD
With two lounges to choose from – the Princess Elizabeth and Queen Charlotte, the historic, feature-rich surroundings, lend themselves perfectly to the great British tradition.
Aside from the finest loose teas, delicious sandwiches, handmade cakes, pastries and scones, they also serve the traditional Bath Bun – a large fruit bun, sprinkled with crushed sugar.
See website for opening times
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