Award Winning Afternoon Tea in Shropshire

In total, there are 6 award winning restaurants serving afternoon tea in Shropshire, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants listed that serve afternoon tea in Shropshire? 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 Shropshire is also likely to provide some of the best afternoon tea in Shropshire! 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 Shropshire is The Royalist Restaurant at the Prince Rupert Hotel in Shrewsbury (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Mike Peters serves up award winning Modern British Cuisine. The Royalist Restaurant at the Prince Rupert Hotel currently holds 2 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 Shropshire, however there is 1 restaurant holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently 6 listed AA Rosette restaurants serving afternoon tea in Shropshire consisting of 3 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes and 3 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.

Nestled in the heart of the English Midlands, Shropshire is a delightful county that boasts a rich history and scenic beauty, making it the perfect backdrop for an elegant afternoon tea. This charming location, steeped in rolling hills and quaint market towns, offers a number of exceptional venues where one can indulge in the time-honoured tradition of afternoon tea. Of particular note is Darcy's at The Lion Hotel in Shrewsbury, a sophisticated setting where you can enjoy fresh scones, delightfully light sandwiches, and an assortment of loose-leaf teas amidst historic elegance. Shrewsbury itself, with its winding streets and picturesque river vistas, provides the ideal ambience for such a quintessentially British experience. A little further afield, the Old Rectory Hotel in Wem offers a truly tranquil afternoon tea experience, combining its secluded garden views with delectable treats, from freshly baked cakes to delicate finger sandwiches. Additionally, Goldstone Hall, known for its expansive gardens, provides a luxurious country house setting where a seasonal afternoon tea can be savoured—featuring locally sourced ingredients, all freshly prepared. Whether you are new to the wonders of Shropshire or a frequent visitor, this county has no shortage of excellent establishments where the elegance of afternoon tea is celebrated in understated but impressive style.