Best Afternoon Tea in Bedford

Considering an Afternoon Tea in Bedford but unsure which establishments offer afternoon tea and which are the best places to go.

We have compiled a list of the best afternoon tea Bedford can provide, so if you are looking for the perfect afternoon tea with friends, a romantic valentines afternoon tea, a mothers day afternoon tea treat for your mum, or just a special treat for yourself, check out:

Best Afternoon Teas Bedford Has To Offer

Afternoon Tea Bedford - Woodland Manor Hotel

Woodland Manor Hotel

Green lane, Clapham, Bedford, MK41 6EP

In their beautiful conservatory, they serve tiers of plates generously filled with sandwiches, homemade cakes and scones, accompanied by side dishes of strawberry jam and clotted cream.

There is also a sparkling afternoon tea and a gin afternoon tea available.

Served daily, Pre-booking is essential.

Afternoon Tea Bedford - Bedford Swan Hotel

Bedford Swan Hotel

The Embankment, Bedford, MK40 1RW

Enjoy the high level of service in these elegant new tea rooms as you indulge in  delicious warm scones, selections of sweet treats and premium Hope & Glory teas or choose a quick coffee and a slice of one of today’s cakes of the day.

Served 12 noon – 5.30pm.

Afternoon Tea Bedford - Flitwick Manor Hotel

Flitwick Manor Hotel

Church Road, Flitwick, Bedfordshire, MK45 1AE

Enjoy your Afternoon Tea surrounded by stunning landscape with a relaxing atmosphere and in the Summer you can dine al fresco out on the terrace.

Their Afternoon Tea menu features a selection of classic savoury treats including a range of finger sandwiches, accompanied with scones and an array of delicious sweet treats. 

Served daily 12 noon – 4.00pm

Afternoon Tea Bedford - Luton Hoo Hotel

Luton Hoo Hotel

The Mansion House, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 3TQ

Heavy silver cutlery, crisp white linen and  fine bone china tea cups all help to make Afternoon Tea at Luton Hoo very special.

So too is the Afternoon Tea menu, which includes tiers of plates piled with sandwiches, cakes and scones, with side dishes of strawberry jam and clotted cream.

There is also the choice of a variety of blended teas from all over the world. To make the occasion extra special, why not opt to enjoy the Champagne Afternoon Tea.

Served daily from 1.30-5.00pm

Afternoon Tea Bedford - Elsie May's Electric Lounge

Elsie May’s Electric Lounge

Ground Floor 58 Market Square St Neots, PE19 2AA

Set within a building that dates back to 1927, diners will admire the restored high ceilings, parquet floors and large windows.

Indulge in a selection of freshly prepared finger sandwiches, scones and an array of decadent cakes and pastries.

Add a glass of Prosecco or a Gin and Tonic to your Afternoon Tea for an extra indulgent afternoon.

Served daily from 12 noon – 3.00pm

Afternoon Tea Bedford  - 3 St Peters

3 St Peters

3 St Peter’s Street, Bedford, MK40 2PN

Enjoy your choice of Champagne or Prosecco afternoon tea including savoury and sweet canapés from the menu.

All served on bone china crockery. The teas include many varieties such as: Flora Tea’s: Lychee Rose (Black tea), Moroccan Mint (Green Tea) and Jasmine Silver Needle (White Tea)

Visit the website for further details

Afternoon Tea Bedford - Slug & Lettuce Bedford

Slug & Lettuce

53-55 High Stree, Bedford, MK40 1RZ

Afternoon Tea comes in a beautiful bird cage filled with tasty treats. Enjoy one of two afternoon teas, offering tasty savouries alongside scones served with Tiptree strawberry jam and clotted cream and a Limoncello drizzle sponge and cookie-crumb profiteroles.

Served daily 12 noon – 4.30pm

Afternoon Tea Bedford - Elstow Tea Garden

Elstow Tea Garden

209 Church End, Elstow, Bedford MK42 9XT

This delightful venue is set in the garden of a typical English country cottage, located in the ancient village of Elstow. Enjoy an afternoon tea or a cream tea in the great outdoors.

Afternoon Tea Bedford - Coffee with Art

Coffee with Art

82 High St, Bedford MK40 1NN

This shop is the second oldest building in the High Street . The shop has a warm relaxed feel to it, perfect for meeting friends to business meetings, with the lure of an extensive food menu. Fantastic coffee, loose leaf teas, freshly prepared food.

Visit the website for prices and opening times.

Afternoon Tea Bedford - Kate and Pepes Vintage Afternoon Teas

Kate and Pepes Vintage Afternoon teas

Kate and Pepe offer an afternoon tea, ice creams, vintage hire and catering services for Weddings, parties and events in Herts, Beds, Cambs and Bucks. There are three tiers of afternoon tea – Silver, Gold or Platinum – all served with tea (including herbal options) and filter coffee.

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Cakestand and Crumb

7 Kings Arms Yard, Ampthill, Bedford MK45 2PJ

Offering a unique glimpse into a bygone era when afternoon tea was something to be savoured and enjoyed. Afternoon tea consists of three courses.

The first course is a selection of freshly prepared sandwiches, followed by a second course of freshly baked scones with Cornish clotted cream and fruity jams.

The final course is a selection of delicious cakes.

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