Treat yourself to a delightful afternoon tea in Newcastle, where Geordie warmth meets classic British indulgence in the most delicious way!
Whether you’re strolling along the Quayside, exploring the historic Grainger Market, or shopping on Northumberland Street, there’s no better way to pause and relax than with a beautifully presented afternoon tea.
Indulge in a tiered selection of finger sandwiches, warm scones with jam and clotted cream, and an irresistible array of cakes and pastries, all served with a pot of your favourite tea—or a glass of bubbly for a celebratory twist!
Top spots like The Vermont Hotel, Jesmond Dene House, and Great British Cupcakery offer everything from elegant luxury to quirky charm.
Perfect for catch-ups, birthdays, or just a well-deserved treat, afternoon tea in Newcastle is the ideal way to enjoy a moment of relaxation and indulgence in this lively, friendly city.
Best Afternoon Teas Newcastle Has To Offer
Hawthorns Brasserie at Crowne Plaza
Hawthorn Square, Forth Street, NE1 3SA
Sit back and relax at the Hawthorns Brasserie and enjoy a delicious selection of sandwiches and sweet treats, freshly prepared from locally sourced ingredients with a North-East twist.
Sweets include chocolate éclair, lemon drizzle, brownie bites, churros and cheesecake. These are served with finger sandwiches and scones along with tea or coffee or a glass of prosecco.
Visit website for prices and opening times.
Jesmond Dene House Restaurant
Jesmond Dene Road, Newcastle, NE2 2EY
A unique, boutique hotel – at Jesmond Dene you’ll get to sample sandwiches, quiche and sausage rolls.
Cake offerings include Crème Patisserie and blueberry tart, ruby chocolate eclair, raspberry bavarois and Italian meringue carrot cake.
Marco Pierre White Steakhouse
2-8 Fenkle Street, Newcastle, NE1 5XN
If you’re looking to spoil yourself with scones and sweet treats then book in for afternoon tea at Newcastle’s Marco Pierre White.
Make your way through a colourful tower of cakes, finger sandwiches and fluffy scones in the ultra-modern dining room. It’s an incredibly elegant experience and a delicious afternoon tea with a contemporary twist.
Colonel Porters Emporium
Milburn House, Dean Street, Newcastle, NE1 1LF
Try out the Tipsy Tea at this old school master brewers.
Enjoy a delightfully dainty selection of finger sandwiches, cakes, macaroons, scones, strawberries, cream and preserves to boot! Served with a fine selection of teas
Leila Lily’s
2-12 Grey Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 6AE
Enjoy a selection of quiches and sandwiches with tarts, macarons and desserts in this funky restaurant and cocktail bar.
Central Oven and Shaker in Hampton by Hilton
8 Neville St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 5EN
Known for their pizzas Central Oven also offer a festive afternoon tea.
You’ll enjoy a selection of meats and cheeses along with focaccia and bruschetta and a selection of sweet treats.
Cafe 21 at Fenwick
39 Northumberland St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7AF
Choose from Cream Tea with scones, strawberry jam, clotted cream and a choice of teas; Confectioner’s Tea with scones, strawberry jam, clothes cream, pastries and tea;
Afternoon Tea with assorted finger sandwiches, scones, pastries and tea and the main event; Champagne Afternoon Tea the full works with a glass of Taittinger Brut Reserve.
Royal Station Hotel
Neville Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 5DH
This elegant afternoon tea is available in the lounge area, where guests can enjoy the comfort of a private booth with friends or family.
Created in homage to Queen Victoria herself, indulge in a take on traditional favourites of sandwiches, scones and desserts.
See website for opening times
Six @ Baltic
South Shore Road, Gateshead NE8 3BA
Enjoy an afternoon tea with a view at this rooftop restaurant, which is situated on the top floor of the BALTIC.
Their afternoon tea includes a selection of savouries such as goat’s cheese focaccia and crispy walnut ham hock, along with sweet treats including fruit scones, chocolate and cherry delice and white chocolate macaron.
Spanish City
Spanish City Plaza, Whitley Bay NE26 1BG
Head Pastry Chef Kristian Branch is at the helm of the talented team here. Book your afternoon tea with at least 24 hours notice and take a seat underneath the spectacular dome in the Gallery, or dine in the 1910 restaurant with views over the sea.
There’s traditional finger sandwiches, quiche, pastries and cakes. There’s also a gentleman’s afternoon tea with sandwiches, homemade sausage rolls and sticky toffee pudding macaroons.
See website for opening times.
Olive and Bean
17-19 Clayton St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 5PN
Afternoon tea Picnic boxes can be ordered for collection every Saturday. If you need your picnic box sooner please email [email protected]
All of the cakes are made fresh, in-store. You’ll see brownies, blondies, tiffins and sponges are on display.
See website for further details.
Hotel Du Vin Bistro
Allan House, City Rd, Byker, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 2BE
Classic French or modern British, you’ll get to enjoy a delicious afternoon tea of
finger sandwiches including Winterdale Shaw cheese and posh pickle; a selection of plain and fruit scones served with jam and Cornish clotted cream and the chef’s patisserie selection.
See website for opening times.
97 and Social
97 Osborne Road, Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 2TJ
Delight in a unique take on afternoon tea with teapot served cocktails and a selection of fresh sandwiches and cakes, the tipsy tea will whisk you away to a heavenly mix of teas, spirits and spices!
Dreamworld Cakes
Arch 3 Stepney Bank, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 2NP
This family run patisserie offers sit in or take away delights, including afternoon tea and light breakfast or lunch.
All of the patisserie items, including chocolates, macarons and biscuits are made in-house, using local ingredients wherever they can.
Please see website for prices and opening times.
Windows on the Tyne Restaurant
Bottle Bank, Gateshead NE8 2AR
Situated on the ground floor of the Hilton Newcastle Gateshead hotel, the restaurant enjoys views over the River Tyne.
Windows on the Tyne’s afternoon tea is one of Newcastle’s most popular with their Chef’s homemade scrumptious delights providing an extra special treat.
See website for prices and opening times.
Running Fox Bakery
2-4 Riverside, Felton, Morpeth NE65 9EA
These extremely popular afternoon teas are a mouthwatering and a sumptuous feast that you can now enjoy from the comfort of your own home!
Choose a delicious sandwich, a generous slice of handmade pie or quiche, a fresh cheese or fruit scone and a wedge of one of delicious cake.
There is a classic, sweet, children’s vegan and gluten free option.
See website for opening times and options
Matfen Hall
Matfen Hall Hotel, Matfen Village NE20 0RH
Enjoy delicious afternoon tea homemade by executive pastry chefs, with either traditional Rington’s tea or something a little stronger!
The spread is classic with finger sandwiches, homemade scones, and sweet pastries. The ingredients are sourced locally, skilfully prepared and served fresh each day. Choose from classic, country or children’s options.
Grand Hotel, Tynemouth
14 Grand Parade, Tynemouth, North Shields NE30 4ER
With a variety of finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones and sumptuous cakes you’ll be hard pushed to find a grander afternoon tea experience.
Served in the Brasserie Restaurant (and Drawing Room where possible) you’re sure to have a wonderful time.
Reservations for Afternoon Tea can be made by calling The Brasserie Restaurant.
Azure Garden Centre
Station Road, Cramlington NE23 8BJ
Each person can choose from freshly made finger sandwiches from a large selection of fillings, homemade quiche, pie or sausage roll.
A slice of cake, Devon or fruit scone with cream and jam. All served with tea or coffee.
The Vermont
Castle Garth, Newcastle, NE1 1RQ
Choose from a selection of freshly prepared finger sandwiches, including salmon and cucumber and coronation chicken.
Freshly baked scones, preserves and clotted cream, cakes and pastry delights. Served with your choice of tea, coffee or speciality tea.
For a more hearty approach go for the gentleman’s afternoon tea – a rustic platter including scotch egg, mini Vermont burger, ploughman’s, pork pie and a pint of Wylam Ale.
Malmaison Newcastle
104 Quayside, Newcastle, NE1 3DX
If you’re looking for a spot of swanky afternoon tea overlooking the Tyne then look no further than the Malmaison.
Choose from the Classic Cream Tea, Afternoon Tea, Champagne Afternoon Tea and Cocktail Afternoon Tea. All options feature a range of mini main courses and classic desserts such as salted chocolate brownie.
Sage Gateshead
St Mary’s Square, Gateshead NE8 2JR
You can sit and enjoy the view across to Newcastle with an afternoon tea here – as well as a concert afterwards.
Enjoy a mix of sandwiches including Applewood smoked cheese and spiced tomato chutney and sweet treats including a raspberry and white chocolate scone with clotted cream and jam.
See website for prices and opening times.
Copthorne Hotel
The Close, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3RT
You’ll enjoy delicious sandwiches with hearty fillings like tuna mayonnaise and ham and pickle, freshly-baked scones with strawberry jam and cream and a selection of divine cakes before washing it all down with tea or coffee.
To add to your day of indulgence, you’ll enjoy your decadent treat with a glass of Prosecco or delicious gin cocktail each
See website for opening times.
Wynyard Hall Country House
Wynyard, Stockton-on-Tees, Billingham TS22 5NF
Served in the Library and Wellington Restaurant, Wynyard Hall offers a unique setting for afternoon tea.
The fare includes a seasonal selection of fluffy scones, dainty cakes, pastries and savouries, plus an extensive loose leaf tea menu. Gentleman’s and children’s menus are also available.
See website for opening times.
Browns Bar & Brasserie
51 Grey St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 6EE
Treat yourself to traditional afternoon tea at Browns. Featuring a fine selection of brioche rolls, buttermilk scones, cute desserts and a wide range of beverages, it’s a haven for those with a sweet tooth and for those who prefer savoury snacks too.
If you’re feeling fancy you can upgrade to a Most Unusual Afternoon Tea featuring a chilled glass of Hendrick’s gin and tonic.
See website for prices
Slug and Lettuce
Exchange Buildings, Quayside, Newcastle, NE1 3DW
Indulge in one of two afternoon teas, offering tasty savouries alongside scones served with Tiptree strawberry jam and clotted cream and sensational Limoncello drizzle sponge and cookie-crumb profiteroles.
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