Best Afternoon Tea in Devon

Considering an Afternoon Tea in Devon 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 Devon 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 Devon Has To Offer

Bovey Castle

North Bovey, Newton Abbot TQ13 8RE

A Bovey Castle speciality, indulge your taste buds with a delicious Afternoon Tea.

Experience the best available in Devon and try freshly baked scones, sandwiches, homemade cakes and pastries, served alongside fine teas poured in china cups.

All Afternoon Teas can be enjoyed seated in the Great Western Restaurant.

Served daily 1.00pm – 4.00pm

Please visit the website for further details

Gidleigh Park Hotel

Chagford, Newton Abbot TQ13 8HH

Enjoy an afternoon tea using the best seasonal produce with the freshest flavours, including a selection of freshly cut sandwiches, delicious homemade scones warm from the oven served with clotted-cream and preserves alongside individual pâtisseries and a moist lemon cake to share.

This great British tradition is served with a vast selection of teas or coffees.

Served Tuesday to Saturday 1.00pm – 5.00pm

Please visit the website for further details

Lewtrenchard Manor

Lewtrenchard, Okehampton EX20 4PN

Lewtrenchard Manor is one of the most popular and prestigious family run luxury hotels in Devon.

Here you can savour a Devonshire Afternoon Tea with a selection of finger sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam and a selection of cakes served with tea or coffee.

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Hotel Riviera

The Esplanade, Sidmouth EX10 8AY

The Executive Chef and his team at Hotel Riviera prepare menus that combine international dishes with the best English cooking, featuring a selection of fresh local produce.

The restaurant in Sidmouth is open to non-residents, and an extensive a la Carte menu is available.

They are also pleased to make special arrangements for pre-theatre meals and also for children’s high tea.

Please visit the website for further details

Sidmouth Harbour Hotel

Manor Rd, Sidmouth EX10 8RU

Afternoon Tea at Harbour is an indulgent and tasty treat. Featuring pretty pastries, homemade scones and delectable cakes, alongside finger sandwiches and savoury snacks.

It’s the perfect accompaniment of a flute of fizz or a dangerously good cocktail or two!

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The Salty Monk

Church St, Sidford, Sidmouth EX10 9QP

Afternoon Tea’s The Salty Monk’s restaurant is light and airy with views of their award-winning gardens in East Devon.

You can enjoy all of your favourites including singer sandwiches, scones with cream and jam and a selection of sweet treats.

Served Wednesday to Sunday 3.00pm – 5.00pm

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The Orestone Manor Hotel

Rock House Ln, Maidencombe, Torquay TQ1 4SX

The Orestone Manor Restaurant is open to both hotel guests and locals who’d like to come in and experience the culinary delights.

Afternoon tea includes a selection of finger sandwiches, homemade scone and strawberry preserve with Devon clotted cream, homemade cakes, fruit, tea or coffee.

Served Monday to Saturday 2.30pm − 4.00 pm

Please visit the website for further details

Angels Tea Room

49 Babbacombe Downs Rd, Babbacombe, Torquay TQ1 3LP

Angels have a huge selection of afternoon tea on offer in their tea room.

There is a Sparkling Angelic Full Tea with sandwiches, scones with jam and clotted cream, cinnamon toast and homemade cakes.

Or you could go for a traditional Devonshire cream tea.

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Boringdon Hall Hotel

Boringdon Hill, Colebrook, Plymouth PL7 4DP

It is no secret that they adore Afternoon Tea at Boringdon Hall and their guests seem to love it just as much as they do.

With care, time and passion the team create indulgently wonderful Afternoon Teas.

Served daily 1.00pm – 4.00pm

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The Grand Hotel

Sea Front, Torbay Rd, Torquay TQ2 6NT

Enjoy the quintessential Victorian experience of a traditional Afternoon Tea at the Grand Hotel in Torquay.

Dine on fresh and fluffy scones, homemade jam, Devonshire clotted cream and a selection of delicious cakes delicately presented on a three-tier cake stand.

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Fox and Hounds Country Hotel

Chulmleigh EX18 7JZ

The Fox and Hounds Hotel in Eggesford, North Devon, is a former coaching inn, perfect for a relaxing break in the Devon countryside.

The hotel is furnished with some beautiful antiques and has undergone a gradual refurbishment over the last 6 years.

There are 6 acres of gardens stretching down to the banks of the beautiful River Taw. Afternoon tea is available for both guests and the public, but must be pre-booked.

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Saunton Sands Hotel

Saunton Rd, Braunton EX33 1LQ

A Saunton Sands Hotel speciality and one of the most civilised treats in Britain, indulge your taste buds with an afternoon tea.

Enjoy their freshly baked scones, delicate sandwiches, homemade cakes and pastries, served alongside a fine selection of teas and coffees.

Served Thursday to Sunday 2.00pm – 4.00pm

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Imperial Hotel

Parkhill Rd, Torquay TQ1 2DG

Enjoy an afternoon tea at the Imperial Hotel in Torquay with a selection of savouries including sandwiches, tarts and sausage rolls.

Sweets include warm fruit scones with clotted cream and preserves and a selection of sweet bites.

Served daily 2.00pm – 5.00pm

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Tea on The Green

Golf Links Rd, Westward Ho!, Bideford EX39 1LH

One of the most popular cafes amongst locals, the Tea on the Green Cafe is located in the seaside town of Westward Ho.

You must reserve a high tea in advance.

Served Wednesday to Sunday 3.00pm – 5.00pm

Please visit the website for further details

The Belmont Hotel

The Esplanade, Sidmouth EX10 8RX

Overlooking the manicured lawns sweeping down to the Esplanade, the Victoria Suite is a lovely spot to enjoy morning coffee, a light lunch, Devonshire cream tea or an after-dinner liqueur.

Please visit the website for further details

The Ivy Exeter

65-67 High St, Exeter EX4 3DT

The Ivy Exeter offers relaxed, sophisticated all-day dining.

Delight in the theatre of afternoon tea with treats including savouries, delicate sweets and traditional scones, presented beautifully to excite the taste buds.

All served with a choice of teas or coffee.

Please visit the website for further details

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