Treat yourself to a delightful afternoon tea in Norwich, where historic charm, cosy cafés, and sweet indulgence come together in the most delicious way!
Whether you’re exploring the city’s cobbled streets, visiting the iconic cathedral, or shopping in the lanes, there’s always time to pause for a perfect afternoon tea.
Enjoy a tiered selection of delicate finger sandwiches, warm scones with jam and clotted cream, and an irresistible assortment of cakes and pastries, all served with a pot of your favourite tea—or even a glass of bubbly for an extra special treat!
From the timeless elegance of The Assembly House to the quirky vibes of Biddy’s Tea Room, Norwich has something to suit every style and taste.
Perfect for a catch-up with friends, a birthday celebration, or simply a relaxing afternoon out, afternoon tea in Norwich is a must-try experience that’s sure to leave you smiling (and full!).
Best Afternoon Teas Norwich Has To Offer
Assembly House
Theatre Street, Norwich, NR2 1RQ
The Assembly House’s dining room provides an indulgent afternoon of dainty sandwiches, scones, pastries and delicious cakes.
Enjoy afternoon tea in the Georgian splendour with marble topped tables and elegant tiered cake stands.
The Ber Street Kitchen
141-143 Ber Street, Norwich NR1 3EY
An independent, bespoke café which offers an afternoon tea on a three-tiered stand with a selection of sandwiches and sweet treats such as Viennese Whirls, carrot cakes and macarons.
Biddy’s Tea Room
Lower Goat Lane, Norwich and The Market Place, Aylsham
Biddy’s has a unique take on afternoon tea, which is all made in their Aylsham bakery, as customers can chose their own tiers.
Some of the finger sandwich choices include goats cheese, ham, chilli jam and Brie or vegan cheddar, apple and walnut.
Biddy’s is an independent Victorian-inspired tea room where you choose your own sandwiches, cakes, scones and any of the 60 loose leaf teas.
See website for opening times.
Bramleys Cafe and Cakery
Hellesdon Barns, Hellesdon Hall Rd, Norwich NR6 5BB
If you venture away from the city centre, you’ll find Bramleys in Hellesdon Hall Road. They use local suppliers and bakeries to bring you the freshest, highest quality food.
Their traditional afternoon tea includes finger sandwiches with your choice of filling, a sweet or savoury scone and one of the day’s cake selection.
See website for opening times.
Dunston Hall
Ipswich Road, Norwich , NR14 8PQ
This treat is set in a beautiful four-star hotel. You can treat yourself to the various savoury and sweet goodies and wash it down with a hot drink.
If you are feeling classy you can add a glass of champagne or a refreshing Hendricks gin and tonic.
Enjoy a special variation which has been expertly designed to be suitable for vegans.
Harriets Café Tearooms
38 London Street, Norwich, NR2 1LD
The tea rooms aim to create a nostalgic feel as the “true quality of service from yesteryear is at the centre of everything”.
There are four different afternoon tea options for you to choose from: miniature, savoury, special and a celebration afternoon tea.
There is also the option to add champagne or prosecco for extra fizz.
See website for opening times.
Maids Head Hotel
Maids Head Hotel, Tombland, Norwich, NR3 1LB
You can tuck into finger sandwiches, the chef’s savouries, with freshly baked cheese and fruit scones and finally a selection of seasonal cake bites.
They have Wilkinson’s loose lea tea, coffee or a glass of bubbly to wash it all down. A takeaway tea will be available on Saturday and Sunday 13th and 14th March for Mother’s Day.
See website for current delivery and collection times.
Byfords
1-3 Shirehall Plain, Holt, NR25 6BG
Afternoon teas are a speciality at Byfords in the centre of Holt where you can build a selection to suit your tastes in the character-style restaurant, full of beams, nooks and crannies.
The scones are baked fresh every day, the cakes are handmade locally and the sandwiches are made to order and you can add a glass of Champagne if you choose.
Afternoon tea features traditional finger sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam, cakes and a selection of tea and coffee or a glass of fizz.
Congham Hall Hotel
Lynn Road, Congham, King’s Lynn PE32 1AH
This is a perfect place to sit and enjoy afternoon tea after a walk.
There is a selection of freshly made sandwiches, homemade cakes, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and homemade jam, chocolate éclairs, mini tartlets and mini desserts, and if you are celebrating why not add a glass of champagne?
Visit website for opening times.
The Ivy Brasserie
30 London Street, Norwich NR2 1LD
Delight in afternoon tea and its theatre with delicate, charming treats of sandwiches, savouries, cakes and scones created and presented to excite the taste buds and gladden the eye, and all served with a choice of teas or coffee.
The Ivy Brasserie is a sophisticated spot to enjoy afternoon tea
Visit the website for further details.
Heydon Tea Rooms
The Street, Heydon, Norwich NR11 6AD
Currently providing takeaways you’ll get a Norfolk tea bag, selection of finger sandwiches, mini dessert pot, mini sausage roll, choice of scone and accompaniments and a selection of individually made decorated cakes.
Visit the website for further details
The Cottage
148 Thunder Lane, Thorpe St Andrew, Norwich NR7 OJD
Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea but please book 24hrs in advance, as all their food is freshly homemade.
Afternoon tea includes a selection of sandwiches, mini cakes and scones accompanied by a selection of freshly brewed teas or coffees.
Royal Norwich Golf Club
The Weston Estate, Weston Hall Road, Weston Longville, Norwich, NR9 5JZ
Head to the The Stables for an afternoon of sandwiches, freshly baked scones, a selection of delicious pastries and cakes using Norfolk’s finest ingredients, whilst experiencing breathtaking views of the 400-year-old parkland estate.
See website for opening times.
Wensum Valley Hotel
Beech Avenue, Taverham, Norwich, NR8 6HP
Afternoon tea at Wensum Valley hotel includes a selection of delicious sandwiches, cakes and scones with creams and preserves served with tea or coffee.
You can also upgrade your drinks and indulge in a bottle of Prosecco.
Alchemista Coffee Potions
4 St Gregory’s Alley, Norwich, NR2 1ER
Enjoy an Alchemista Afternoon Tea with a choice of delicious teas and coffees including their very own cold drip brew coffee.
Freshly made sandwiches with classic fillings, freshly baked scones served with Cornish clotted cream and strawberry preserve and a range of afternoon tea cakes.
See website for opening times.
Lamb Inn
Lamb Yard, Orford Place, Norwich, NR1 3RU
Afternoon tea at Lamb Inn is a relaxed affair, set in a warm environment.
Choose from a selection of sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam and delicious bite-sized desserts with tea or coffee or even a cocktail.
Served daily (except Christmas Day) between 12:30pm – 4:30pm (advanced booking only)
The Orangery Tea Room
Ketteringham Hall, Church Road, Ketteringham, Norwich, NR18 9RS
Enjoy a takeaway picnic in the grounds of Ketteringham Hall or even take afternoon tea home.
Your box of treats will include finger sandwiches, scones and sweet treats. Served with tea or coffee.
See website for further details.
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