Award Winning Afternoon Tea in Northumberland and Tyne and Wear

In total, there are 8 award winning restaurants serving afternoon tea in Northumberland and Tyne and Wear, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants listed that serve afternoon tea in Northumberland and Tyne and Wear? Remember, at Leading Restaurants we only list restaurants holding an award from a major UK restaurant guide; that's less than 3% of all restaurants in the UK and Ireland. The proportion of those restaurants that offer afternoon tea will be even lower than this.

Leading restaurant guides issue awards to restaurants based on dining from a full menu and will not normally consider afternoon tea when deciding how highly to rate a restaurant. Therefore the above restaurants are not ranked, although it's a safe bet that any restaurant serving award winning food in Northumberland and Tyne and Wear is also likely to provide some of the best afternoon tea in Northumberland and Tyne and Wear! Please also note that for the restaurants listed above, afternoon tea may be offered within the parent hotel/venue the restaurant resides in, rather than in the restaurant itself.

The best restaurant serving afternoon tea in Northumberland and Tyne and Wear is Emerald Restaurant at Matfen Hall in Matfen (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where the kitchen team serves up award winning Classic British Cuisine. Emerald Restaurant at Matfen Hall currently holds 3 AA Rosettes. Please note that afternoon tea may not be provided by the same restaurant team and may be served in a different dining area if this restaurant resides in a hotel or larger parent venue.

There are currently no restaurants serving afternoon tea that hold a Michelin Star in Northumberland and Tyne and Wear and indeed no restaurants serving afternoon tea at all in this location listed in the Michelin Guide; perhaps the Michelin inspectors will visit soon!

There are currently 8 listed AA Rosette restaurants serving afternoon tea in Northumberland and Tyne and Wear consisting of 1 restaurant holding 3 AA Rosettes, 3 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes and 4 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.

Ah, Northumberland and Tyne and Wear, a region steeped in history and brimming with rolling countryside, coastal beauty, and city charm, is also a haven for those with an affection for fine afternoon tea experiences. For the discerning tea connoisseur, the bustling centre of Newcastle upon Tyne offers elegant venues, the most notable being Jesmond Dene House. Set amid serene parkland, this boutique country house provides a quintessential afternoon tea experience, pairing seasonal treats like delicate finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with clotted cream, and an assortment of cakes with a selection of fine loose leaf teas. Another gem nearby is the Great British Cupcakery, whose afternoon tea is an indulgence in both traditional and modern flavours, with an imaginative array of cupcakes and pastel-hued macarons. These venues are perfect for any afternoon tea lover seeking a relaxing retreat from the city's hustle and bustle. Venture further afield into the heart of Northumberland, and you'll find an array of historical venues that elevate the afternoon tea ritual into something truly memorable. Langley Castle, with its medieval turrets and lush gardens, offers an afternoon tea in surroundings fit for royalty, where guests can enjoy their delicacies while marvelling at centuries of history. Additionally, Doxford Hall Hotel and Spa provides another refined alternative, where the grandeur of the stately home combines seamlessly with the contemporary infusion of flavours in their afternoon tea offerings. This region is indeed a treasure trove for those who love to indulge in the time-honoured tradition of afternoon tea, set amidst breathtaking landscapes and awe-inspiring historical landmarks.