Enjoy a delightful afternoon tea in Canterbury, where history, charm, and indulgence come together for the perfect British experience!
Whether you’re looking for a quaint tearoom, a luxurious hotel, or a cozy café tucked away in the city’s medieval streets, Canterbury offers plenty of fabulous spots to enjoy this much-loved tradition.
Savor a beautifully presented tiered selection of finger sandwiches, warm scones with jam and clotted cream, and an array of exquisite cakes and pastries, all paired with a pot of premium tea—or even a glass of bubbly for extra indulgence!
Popular venues like Tiny Tim’s Tearoom, ABode Canterbury, and The Moat Tea Rooms offer charming settings, from elegant dining rooms to historic timber-framed buildings.
Perfect for special occasions, a relaxing day out, or simply treating yourself, afternoon tea in Canterbury is a must-try. So, sip, savor, and enjoy a delicious taste of tradition!
Best Afternoon Tea Canterbury
ABode Canterbury
30-33 High St, Canterbury CT1 2RX
Sit back and relax in the comfort of ABode Champagne Bar and enjoy an afternoon tea which includes finger sandwiches and a selection of delicious cakes and scones.
Choose fine teas from Newby London (or a pot of coffee) or even add a glass of Champagne for a luxurious treat.
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Tiny Tims Tea Rooms
34 St Margaret’s St, Canterbury CT1 2TG
At Tiny Tim’s Tearoom, guests are treated to a relaxing and luxurious atmosphere that cannot be found anywhere else in the area.
Sit and relax in our chandelier-lit rooms while taking your time in enjoying exquisite tea blends.
They have afternoon tea and cream teas available.
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Moat Tea Rooms
67 Burgate, Canterbury CT1 2HJ
The Moat Tea Rooms nestle quietly inside the city walls of Canterbury.
Inside the 16th Century building, you will find a warm welcome and a c choice from a selection of homemade sandwiches and cakes.
As well as choosing from a large range of loose leaf teas and freshly ground coffee.
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The Cook’s Tale
14-15 Beer Cart Ln, Canterbury CT1 2NY
Anglo-Indian dishes served in a light, modern space at The Cook’s Tale. Their afternoon tea has an Indian twist.
It includes cinnamon scones, sourdough sandwiches, coconut and saffron cheesecake, assorted macarons, and a selection of teas and coffees.
This is all served with an assortment of creams, jams, butter and mint yoghurt.
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Howfield Manor
Howfield Ln, Chartham Hatch, Canterbury CT4 7HQ
You can take Cream Tea at Howfield Manor which includes two freshly baked scones, preserves, butter and clotted cream with a pot of tea.
They also offer a full Afternoon Tea which includes finger sandwiches, traditional scones with local preserves, butter and clotted cream and a selection of traditional cakes served with tea and coffee.
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Lazix Cafe
10 Butchery Ln, Canterbury CT1 2JR
Lazix Cafe is a popular place for afternoon tea in Canterbury.
The interior is very cosy and they have a lot of different tea options available, as well as some pastries and sandwiches.
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