Escape to the countryside and enjoy a wonderfully indulgent afternoon tea in the New Forest, where natural beauty, cosy charm, and delicious treats come together for the ultimate relaxing experience!
Whether you’ve spent the day spotting ponies, walking through ancient woodlands, or exploring picturesque villages, there’s no better way to unwind than with a classic afternoon tea.
Feast on a tiered selection of delicate finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with jam and clotted cream, and an irresistible assortment of cakes and sweet treats, all paired with a steaming pot of your favourite tea—or even a glass of bubbly for a little extra luxury!
Top spots like Careys Manor Hotel, Lime Wood, and charming tearooms in Beaulieu and Lyndhurst offer beautiful settings and warm hospitality.
Perfect for special occasions, a treat during your holiday, or a cosy catch-up, afternoon tea in the New Forest is simply too delicious to miss.
15 Afternoon Tea New Forest Has To Offer
The Bell Inn Afternoon Tea New Forest
Brook, New Forest, Hampshire, SO43 7HE
At the Bell Inn you can choose to have a more formal tea in the Garden Room, a relaxed afternoon tea on the sofa in the lounge or maybe take tea al fresco in the garden if the sun is shining.
There are four different afternoon teas available including a Pimms afternoon tea.
Balmer Lawn Hotel
Lyndhurst Road, Brockenhurst, New Forest, SO42 7ZB
Enjoy an indulgent Traditional Afternoon Tea in the comfortable lounge or on the beautiful front terrace.
It includes a pot of Birchall Tea, freshly prepared finger sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam and a selection of home baked cakes and biscuits.
Rhinefield House
Rhinefield Road, Brockenhurst SO42 7QB
Known locally as the ‘Jewel in the Forest’, Rhinefield House is the only AA four red star hotel in the New Forest.
Enjoy a selection of finger sandwiches, plain and fruit scones and sweet treats such as strawberry cakes and tropical pavlova.
New Park Manor Hotel
Lyndhurst Road, New Forest, SO42 7QH
New Park Manor’s Afternoon Tea theme for this summer has been inspired by Matilda.
For The Adults – The afternoon tea experience has been lovingly crafted to celebrate the magical foodie moments from the Matilda story, allowing you to share in all the surprise and delight of the tale together and create wonderful family memories.
We won’t spoil the surprise, but we guarantee that our “Brucie chocolate cake” will be one to remember.
For The Youngsters – The creation of the children’s afternoon tea is an experience to treasure featuring a selection of treats, inspired by Matilda’s magical foodie moments.
Our eagerly anticipated children’s afternoon tea is served alongside Matilda themed activity sheets for children to enjoy during service, or to continue the experience at home.
Careys Manor
Brockenhurst, Hampshire, SO42 7RH
Indulge in Traditional Afternoon tea with a selection of finely cut sandwiches, speciality cakes including freshly baked scones with New Forest Jam and thick clotted cream, all complimented by a large selection of the finest artisan teas from Camellia’s Tea House and Fair Trade coffee.
Visit the website for opening times.
Montagu Arms Hotel
Beaulieu, New Forest, Hampshire. SO42 7ZL
Afternoon tea at The Montagu Arms is reminiscent of the rituals of its 1840s origins, with a twist.
You’ll get a selection of traditional finger sandwiches including Longman cheddar and chutney; homemade fruit scone with Devon clotted cream and homemade strawberry preserve and a selection of homemade cakes and pastries from the pâtisserie.
Chewton Glen
Christchurch Road, New Milton BH25 6QS
Named after the celebrated naval officer, Captain Marryat, afternoon tea at the Chewton Glen features sandwiches, cakes, scones, jams and teas – most locally sourced.
Enjoy afternoon tea in The Dining Room, or in fine weather on the terrace overlooking the croquet lawn.
Lime Wood Hotel
Beaulieu Rd, Lyndhurst, Hampshire SO43 7FZ
Lime Wood’s afternoon tea includes a selection of finger sandwiches, homemade scones, clotted cream and strawberry jam and sticky eclairs, with your choice of tea.
Plus choose a big slice of one of the homemade cakes, and tuck into some of the daily pick and mix treats. Perfect to pair up with a glass of fizz or a cup of Lime Wood blend.
Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel
South Baddesley Road, Lymington SO41 5ZB
Included are an array of fresh finger sandwiches, warm baked scones served with Devonshire clotted cream strawberry preserve as well as a selection of pastries cakes and macaroons.
Served with a choice of fine teas, or if you’re feeling indulgent, with a glass of Champagne.
The Thatched Cottage
16 Brookley Road, Brockenhurst SO42 7RR
Enjoy afternoon tea or a cream tea atThe Thatched Cottage or out in their beautiful garden.
Located in Brockenhurst in the heart of the New Forest National Park, the hotel is within easy walking distance of the rail station, village centre, open heathland and forest.
Visit the website for opening times, must book 24 hours in advance.
South Lawn Hotel
Lymington Road, Milford on Sea, Lymington SO41 0RF
The South Lawn Hotel is a county house retreat near Milford on Sea. Enjoy Afternoon Tea in the Cedar Tree Restaurant, with views across their manicured gardens.
Indulge in a selection of sandwiches, cakes and scones served with clotted cream and jam along with a choice of tea or coffee.
Visit the website for prices and opening times.
The Old Station Tea Rooms
Station Road, Burley, Ringwood BH24 4HY
These tearooms were once a railway station which was last in use back in the 1960’s. The track is now a picturesque gravel walk and cycle track between the villages of Sway and Burley.
The Old Station Holmsley Tearooms serve cream teas with scones, jam, and cream or, go for the full monty of sandwiches, plain, fruit along with home-made patisseries and cake.
Visit the website for opening times.
The Woodlands Lodge Hotel
Bartley Road, Woodlands, Southampton SO40 7GN
The Woodlands Hotel on the edge of the New Forest at Ashurst has a Gentleman’s Afternoon Tea available, complete with pork pies, Scotch quails eggs, mini steak and stilton sandwiches and beer and bacon scones with chocolate stout cake.
There is also a traditional style tea available.
Forest Lodge Hotel
Pikes Hill, Lyndhurst SO43 7AS
Tucked into the woodland near Lyndhurst, Forest Lodge serves freshly-baked scones and clotted cream with strawberry preserve.
Everything is beautifully presented it almost looks too good to eat.
Visit the website for prices and opening times.
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