Award Winning Afternoon Tea in Snowdonia

In total, there are 2 award winning restaurants serving afternoon tea in Snowdonia, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants listed that serve afternoon tea in Snowdonia? 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 Snowdonia is also likely to provide some of the best afternoon tea in Snowdonia! 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 Snowdonia is Penmaenuchaf in Dolgellau (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Tom Hine serves up award winning Modern Cuisine. Penmaenuchaf currently holds a standard Michelin Guide listing and 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 Snowdonia, however there is 1 restaurant holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently 2 listed AA Rosette restaurants serving afternoon tea in Snowdonia consisting of 2 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes.

Ah, Snowdonia – a magical part of North Wales, known for its breathtaking landscapes, dramatic mountain ranges, and of course, the perfect setting for a spot of afternoon tea. The region offers a delightful mix of venues where you can indulge in this quintessentially British tradition, all against the backdrop of rugged beauty. One such location that comes to mind is *Penrhyn Castle*, a stunning 19th-century neo-Norman structure near Bangor. Whilst visiting Snowdonia, one can delight in its charming tea room offering a traditional afternoon tea with all the trimmings – think freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, delicate finger sandwiches, and an array of mouth-watering cakes. You can sip on your Earl Grey or Darjeeling whilst looking out at some of the most picturesque views North Wales has to offer. For those travelling a little farther afield, *Plas Tan y Bwlch* in Maentwrog offers an elegant afternoon tea experience amidst historic surroundings. This grand country house, set within the sprawling Snowdonia National Park, hosts a beautiful tearoom where you can enjoy a tiered tray of pastries and savoury treats after a morning stroll through the estate's grounds. The blend of Victorian charm, refined atmosphere, and proximity to nature makes it an ideal spot for tea aficionados. Whether you're taking a break from rambling the rugged terrains or seeking simply to soak in the serenity of lush Welsh gardens, Snowdonia's afternoon tea spots offer a perfect respite with traditional British charm.