Step into the storybook charm of Stratford-upon-Avon and enjoy a truly delightful afternoon tea experience in the hometown of Shakespeare!
Whether you’re exploring the town’s timber-framed buildings, strolling along the River Avon, or catching a show at the RSC, there’s no better way to unwind than with a classic afternoon tea.
Indulge in a tiered selection of finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with jam and clotted cream, and an assortment of sweet treats and pastries, all served with your favourite brew—or even a glass of bubbly for a touch of indulgence!
Fabulous venues like The Fourteas Tearoom and The Arden Hotel offer charming settings with a mix of vintage flair and modern twists.
Perfect for theatre lovers, visitors, or locals looking to treat themselves, afternoon tea in Stratford-upon-Avon is a delicious and elegant experience that’s simply not to be missed.
14 Afternoon Tea Stratford Upon Avon Has To Offer
The Arden Hotel
Waterside, Stratford Upon Avon, CV37 6BA
The Arden Hotel serve a variety of cream teas as well as full afternoon teas including sandwiches, cakes, scones, fancies and fine teas served on Sarah Horne Botanicals china – and, for a touch of luxury, sparkling afternoon teas with a glass of fizz.
Hotel Du Vin
Rother Street, Stratford Upon Avon, CV37 6LU
Fancy a traditional feast of finger sandwiches, scones with strawberry preserve and clotted cream, cakes and savouries?
And if you’re celebrating, why not add Champagne to mark the occasion after all, it’s all about indulging. Hotel Du Vin also offer a classic cream tea.
Visit the website for prices and opening times
DoubleTree by Hilton Stratford Upon Avon
Arden Street, Stratford Upon Avon, CV37 6QQ
Located in the historic town and only a short stroll to Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Doubletree by Hilton is a beautiful, award winning 4-star hotel offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere to enjoy afternoon tea.
You will be treated to an array of delicious savouries and sweet treats all washed down with a hot drink.
Billesley Manor Hotel & Spa
Alcester, Stratford upon Avon, B49 6NF
Settle into plush sofas in the Great Hall Bar or enjoy more formal dining in the Stuart restaurant.
Afternoon tea is also served outside on the patio where you can enjoy the views of the gardens. There’s a selection of finger sandwiches and mini tarts, chocolate eclairs and scones to enjoy.
See website for opening times
The Stratford Park
Stratford Park, Snitterfield, Stratford Upon Avon, CV37 0QE
Tuck in to an assortment of traditional afternoon tea sandwiches and a selection of tea cakes, home-made fruit scone, local preserves and clotted cream.
They also produce a dog-friendly afternoon tea so your four-legged friend can join in too!
Advanced booking required see website for details
Rooftop Restaurant at RSC Royal Shakespeare Company
Waterside, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6BB
The Royal Shakespeare Theatre is owned by the Royal Shakespeare Company and dedicated to William Shakespeare. The Rooftop Restaurant serves a delicious afternoon tea.
Enjoy a selection of savoury and sweet selections from finger sandwiches, to scones and clotted cream to sweet cakes such as macarons. There is also a junior afternoon tea available.
The Fourteas Tea Room
24 Sheep Street, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6EF
Relax and listen to the likes of Vera Lynn and Glen Miller whilst eating the Ivor Novello Afternoon tea, a tiered stand of freshly made sandwiches, home-baked scones with strawberry jam and cream and a selection of exquisite cakes, biscuits and pastries all accompanied by their own house exclusive blend tea.
Visit the website for opening times
Huffkins
Unit 1, Red Lion Court, Bridge Street, Stratford Upon Avon, CV37 6AB
This Café & Bakery is located in a beautiful 17th Century listed building in the centre of Bridge Street.
Enjoy a classic afternoon tea experience in these elegant tea rooms. With sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam, cakes and a pot of tea (Minimum 2 people)
Bancroft Cruisers
Bridge Foot, Stratford upon Avon, CV37 6YR
For a unique afternoon tea experience take a river cruise with Bancroft Cruisers.
Enjoy a delicious Cream Tea or an Ophelia Afternoon Tea, both served on pretty cake stands. Relax and enjoy sandwiches, scones and cakes as you drift along.
See website for cruise times and further information
Ettington Park Hotel
A3400 River Stour, Stratford upon Avon, CV37 8BU
Dine in the Oak Room restaurant or Great Drawing Room both are the ideal setting in which to enjoy traditional afternoon tea.
Offering a perfect view out over 40 acres of beautiful parkland with the River Stour meandering through it you can enjoy irresistible food all while soaking in some of Warwickshire’s finest architecture.
There are handmade sandwiches, cakes, pastries and scones, and the finest loose leaf teas.
Burnside Hotel
Church Lane, Shottery, Stratford upon Avon, CV37 9HQ
Burnside Hotel is a luxury boutique hotel with 21 individually designed rooms furnished and equipped to the highest standard.
Enjoy a cream tea with finger sandwiches and sweet treats in beautiful surroundings. There’s a selection of sweet and savoury treats served with your choice of tea.
See website for opening times
Shakespeare Kitchen
Arden Lakes, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 0QF
Enjoy afternoon tea in the comfort of your own home from Shakespeare kitchen. There are many options available from traditional to vegan to kids.
Choose from a selection of savoury and sweet treats including delicious scones and cakes
Shakespaw Cat Cafe
6 Union Street, Stratford upon Avon, CV37 6QT
Enjoy afternoon tea with the company of cats! The Shakespaw cafe is fully licensed serving sandwiches, cakes and scones, leaf teas and Barista coffee.
All the food is fresh to order!
See website for opening times
Bensons Restaurant
40 Henley Street, Stratford upon Avon, CV37 6QW
Bensons is an independent daytime eatery which has been serving the locals and visitors to Stratford upon Avon for over 20 years.
You can create your own afternoon tea. Choose from a selection of sandwiches, scones and tea add a cake and brownie for a little extra.