Considering an Afternoon Tea in Cornwall but unsure which establishments offer afternoon tea and which are the best places to go.
We have compiled a list of the best afternoon tea Cornwall can provide, so if you are looking for the perfect afternoon tea with friends, a romantic valentines afternoon tea, a mothers day afternoon tea treat for your mum, a fathers day treat for your dad or just a special treat for yourself, check out:
Best Afternoon Tea Cornwall Has To Offer
Scarlet Hotel
Tredragon Rd, Mawgan Porth, Newquay, Cornwall TR8 4DQ
At the Scarlet Hotel you can enjoy delicately-prepared finger sandwiches, scones served with rich jam and Cornish clotted cream.
There are sweet pâtisserie like rhubarb and custard macrons, lemon posset with plum, elderflower and hazelnut.
There are also gluten free or vegan menus available, but please call to discuss any dietary requirements before booking online.
Served daily from 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Please visit the website for further details
Fowey Hall Hotel
Hall Hotel, Hanson Dr, Fowey, Cornwall PL23 1ET
The Matilda Afternoon Tea at the Fowey Hall Hotel is seriously special, with sweet and savoury treats inspired by the timeless tale of Matilda.
Celebrate the magical moments from the story with their take on Newt Juice and Bruce Bogtrotter’s Chocolate Cake.
Served alongside themed activity sheets for the children.
Please visit the website for further details
Trevallick’s Farm Shop & Tea Room
Pensilva, Liskeard, Cornwall PL14 5PJ
Afternoon tea boxes are available for collection at Trevallick’s Farm Shop & Tea Room in Liskeard.
It makes a lovely way to enjoy a treat in your own home or a perfect gift for someone special.
Please visit their Facebook page for further details
Polurrian Bay Hotel
Polurrian Rd, Mullion, Helston, Cornwall TR12 7EN
Take a seat in the restaurant, or on the terrace overlooking the waves, and enjoy a laid-back afternoon.
Spoil yourself with an elegant afternoon tea, including a selection of finger sandwiches,freshly baked fruit and plain scone with artisan jam and Cornish clotted cream, plus a selection of homemade cakes.
All served with your choice of freshly brewed tea or coffee.
Served daily from 12 noon – 5.00pm
Please visit the website for further details
The Headland Hotel
Fistral Beach, Headland Rd, Newquay, Cornwall TR7 1EW
The Headland Hotel in Newquay serves fresh-from-the-oven cakes, warm scones and sweet treats served with a huge choice of loose-leaf teas.
Go Cornish for a clotted cream hit, or go vintage with classic crockery. Whatever you choose, it’s one of Cornwall’s most decadent afternoon tea.
Served daily from 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Please visit the website for further details
The Royal Duchy Hotel
Cliff Rd, Falmouth, Cornwall TR11 4NX
No visit to Cornwall would be complete without a Cornish cream tea with freshly baked scones, lashings of Cornish clotted cream and jam.
For a special treat, The Royal Duchy Hotel also offers a scrumptious full afternoon tea or Champagne afternoon tea.
All are served daily in the elegant surroundings of the Terrace Lounge or outside on the terrace with its dramatic sea views.
Served daily from 2.30pm – 5.00pm
Please visit the website for further details
The Alverton Hotel
Tregolls Rd, Truro, Cornwall TR1 1ZQ
For afternoon tea in Cornwall, head to The Alverton for the ultimate experience. With views across the gardens, enjoyl finger sandwiches, home baked scones with lashings of Cornish clotted cream and jam, and miniature cakes.
Afternoon tea changes with the seasons. So, in the summer, indulge in high tea on the terrace with refreshingly fruity flavours, and cosy up by the roaring fire in the winter months for a festive twist.
Served Monday to Saturday from 12 noon – 5.00pm and 3.00pm until 5.00pm on Sundays.
Please visit the website for further details
Rectory Tea Rooms
Morwenstow, Bude, Cornwall EX23 9SR
The Rectory Tearooms are only a ten minute level walk to the cliffs with the most spectacular views over the Atlantic Ocean and the rugged North Cornish coastline.
Built in the 13th Century the house is filled with character; from the antique furnishings and slate floors, to the open fires.
These award-winning Tea Rooms provide a varied menu using only freshest, locally sourced ingredients wherever possible, with all food homemade on the premises.
Open daily 11.00am – 4.30pm
Please visit the website for further details
Duchy of Cornwall Nursery
Cott Rd, Lostwithiel, Cornwall PL22 0HW
The cafe at Duchy of Cornwall Nursery has now been temporarily relocated to the Tipi on the Woodland Terrace, with an amazing view across the valley to Restormel Castle.
With new menus, they will be serving breakfast, lunch, drinks and of course scrumptious cakes.
Open daily, 9.00am – 4.30pm
Please visit the website for further details
Greenbank Hotel
Harbourside, Falmouth, Cornwall TR11 2SR
For the ultimate afternoon tea in Cornwall, this award-winning Water’s Edge restaurant is the perfect setting.
Overlook Falmouth harbour whilst tucking into sweet treats, savoury bites and delicate sandwiches.
All Cornish afternoon teas include a pot of loose leaf tea or coffee of your choice.
Served Monday to Saturday 12.30pm – 5.00pm; Sunday 3.00pm – 5.00pm Please visit the website for further details
Pentillie Castle
St Mellion, Saltash, Cornwall PL12 6QD
Built in 1698, Pentillie Castle is an impressive country house set in Repton designed woodland gardens on the Cornish bank of the River Tamar.
Treat yourself to a traditional Afternoon Tea in the Castle. The wonderful Outside Inn Cuisine have created an exciting new menu, featuring a delicious selection of sweet and savoury treats, and plenty of tea and coffee.
Choose to add a celebratory glass of prosecco and stay a little longer to wander our 55 acres of historic woodland gardens before you depart.
Please visit the website for further details
Mullion Cove Hotel
Helston, Lizard Peninsula, Cornwall TR12 7EP
At Mullion Cove, great food and drink are a way of life.
From Helford River Oysters to the finest Cornish fish; prime steak to excellent vegan dishes, they take no shortcuts in bringing you the freshest and best of the season.
Mullion Cove is an experience to savour a delicious afternoon tea.
Please visit the website for further details
Strawberry Fields
Strawberry Fields Farm Shop, Lifton, Cornwall PL16 0DH
Enjoy a range of homemade delights served on real oak picnic benches. Strawberry Fields have created a picnic menu for each season and themed them accordingly to the seasons of their growing.
This can be enjoyed with a refreshing tea or fresh filter coffee or why not add a glass of bubbling prosecco for that extra special occasion.
Served daily from 3.00pm and must be booked 24 hours in advance Please visit the website for further details
Talland Bay Hotel
Porthallow, Looe, Cornwall PL13 2JB
An afternoon tea is a slow affair that cultivates quality time with those you care about.
At Talland Bay tuck into a moreish selection of fresh homemade cakes, sandwiches, and scones accompanied by tea, coffee, or perhaps a crisp glass of bubbly or a G&T.
Please visit the website for further details
Carbis Bay Hotel
Carbis Bay, Saint Ives, Cornwall TR26 2NP
Served in the elegant setting of the Main House Orangery with views across St Ives Bay, this delicious Afternoon Tea is a wonderful way to celebrate.
Enjoy a selection of finger sandwiches, delicious cakes and freshly baked scones with Cornish clotted cream.
They have an extensive tea and coffee list to choose from or opt for a glass of Moet & Chandon Champagne.
Please visit the website for further details
Penventon Park Hotel
W End, Redruth, Cornwall TR15 1TE
What finer way is there to celebrate or mark an occasion than by indulging in a selection of finger sandwiches, fresh-from-the-oven scones and plenty of tasty sweet treats.
Smother your scones with Mrs P’s homemade Jam and finish it off with a lashing of Cornish clotted cream.
Served daily from 12 noon – 5.00pm
Please visit the website for further details
Charlie’s Tintagel
Fore St, Tintagel, Cornwall PL34 0DA
Charlie’s is a small, well established, family restaurant located in the legendary village of Tintagel.
They change their menus regularly keeping in tune with the times and seasons.
From breakfast, then lunch with a children’s menu and daily changing specials, then into afternoon tea, there is something for everybody to enjoy.
Please visit the website for further details
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