Step into the storybook charm of Arundel and treat yourself to a delightful afternoon tea in one of West Sussex’s most picturesque towns!
With its stunning castle, quaint streets, and riverside walks, Arundel is the perfect place to slow down and indulge in this classic British tradition.
Enjoy a tiered selection of finger sandwiches, warm scones with jam and clotted cream, and a tempting array of homemade cakes and pastries, all served with a pot of your favourite tea—or a glass of bubbly for that extra sparkle!
Top spots like Belinda’s Tearooms, Juniper, and the elegant Swan Hotel offer everything from cosy, vintage vibes to refined, modern twists on this much-loved ritual.
Whether you’re celebrating, catching up with friends, or simply taking a break from exploring, afternoon tea in Arundel is a delicious and relaxing way to make your day even more memorable.
Best Afternoon Tea Arundel Has To Offer
Amberley Castle
Church St, Amberley, Arundel BN18 9LT
Served in the lounges, the Great Room and on the terrace is a sumptuous home-made afternoon tea of finger sandwiches, fruit and plain scones with clotted cream and seasonal preserve, and a selection of delicious cakes, quiche and sausage rolls.
Served with your choice of tea or coffee.
Cockburn’s Tea Rooms
43 High St, Arundel BN18 9AG
Established in 2013, Cockburn’s is an independent tea room in Arundel. Tea is served on a tiered cake stand with sandwiches, homemade cakes, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and Sussex preserve.
Served with two pots of loose leaf tea from their selection.
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Arundel Castle
Arundel BN18 9AB
Afternoon tea can be enjoyed in the restaurant of the stunning Arundel Castle which is open to the public all year round.
The restaurant is the original castle servants’ hall and the decor and furniture will take you back in time.
The Coffee Shop in the Castle sells a range of sandwiches and indulgent cakes to accompany your cappuccino or Earl Grey, as well as shortbread biscuits and fruit scones baked locally.
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Avisford Park Hotel
Yapton Lane, Walberton, BN18 0LS
Enjoy a delicious afternoon tea at the Avisford Park Hotel with freshly made finger sandwiches, cakes, scones with clotted cream and jam and a choice of tea.
Gluten-free afternoon tea is available and children of all ages are welcome.
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Amberley Tea Room
The Square, Amberley, BN18 9SR
Amberley village tearoom is a traditional tearoom set in the heart of the village, within a few minutes walk of the South downs way.
This adorable venue is a traditional tearoom who serve wonderful homemade fluffy scones.
Visit their Facebook page for further details
Swanbourne Lodge Tea Room
Mill Rd, Arundel BN18 9PA
Swanbourne Lodge is a grade 2 listed building overlooking the beautiful Swanbourne Lake in Arundel.
They serve a selection of scones with strawberry jam & clotted cream, cakes, sandwiches and a pot of tea or small filter coffee (50p extra for latte, cappuccino or soft drink).
Lulamae’s
13 High St, Arundel BN18 9AD
Lulamae’s is family run cafe serving tasty homemade cakes and scones as well as breakfast and light lunches.
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Motte and Bailey Cafe
49 High St, Arundel BN18 9AG
At the Motte and Bailey Cafe you can enjoy a traditional cream tea which includes a fruit or plain scone, clotted cream and jam which is served with a pot of tea of filter coffee.
Riverside Tea Rooms
Houghton Bridge, Amberley, Arundel BN18 9LP
Set in the stunning scenery of the South Downs National Park and perfectly placed on the River Arun, Riverside South Downs is the ideal place to enjoy a cream tea.
Enjoy an assortment of freshly cut sandwiches, delicious mini cakes, tea for one, large warm fruit or plain scone, clotted cream and jam.
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The Norfolk Arms Hotel
High St, Arundel BN18 9AB
Located in the shadow of Arundel Castle, The Norfolk Arms Hotel is anything but old – with its newly refurbished restaurant and bars, offering you a quintessentially wonderful place to enjoy afternoon tea.
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