Award Winning Afternoon Tea in Surrey, East and West Sussex

The 32 best restaurants serving afternoon tea (either within the restaurant or within the parent hotel/venue) in Surrey, East and West Sussex United Kingdom are shown below. Our unique ranking algorithm factors in the ratings from the Michelin Guide, the AA Guide and more, to make it easy to find the best restaurants who provide afternoon tea in Surrey, East and West Sussex (including any Michelin Star restaurants serving afternoon tea in Surrey, East and West Sussex). Explore these award winning afternoon tea experiences via the easy to browse restaurant grid, or check out the full top 32 best restaurants interactive map.
Please note, 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 Surrey, East and West Sussex is also likely to provide some of the best afternoon tea in Surrey, East and West Sussex! 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.
If you find yourself in the charming counties of Surrey, East Sussex, or West Sussex, known for their picturesque countryside and historic towns, there are few better ways to savour the day than with a quintessentially English tradition: afternoon tea. The region is scattered with delightful tea rooms, grand hotels, and stately homes, all offering this splendid indulgence. In Surrey, for an elegant affair, try the luxurious afternoon tea at Pennyhill Park in Bagshot. Their inventive menu combines classic finger sandwiches and fluffy scones with unique sweet treats, all served in grand surroundings with views overlooking their stunning woodland gardens. Further into Sussex, you'll find the delights continue. In East Sussex, a visit to the Grand Hotel in Eastbourne is highly recommended for their lavish afternoon tea experience. Known locally as "The White Palace," this Victorian gem beautifully serves up assortment platters in their dazzling lounge. West Sussex, on the other hand, boasts the warmth of small village tea rooms, many of which capture the essence of intimate cosy dining. One such hidden gem is Tilly's Tea House in Midhurst, a favourite among locals and visitors alike for a traditional tea complete with homemade jams and decadent cream. All in all, this area of the UK is a haven for any true afternoon tea enthusiast.

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Award Winning Afternoon Tea in Surrey, East and West Sussex FAQs

Which is the best restaurant serving afternoon tea in Surrey, East and West Sussex?

The best restaurant serving afternoon tea in Surrey, East and West Sussex is Latymer at Pennyhill Park in Bagshot (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Steve Smith serves up award winning Modern Cuisine. Latymer at Pennyhill Park currently holds 1 Michelin Star, 5 AA Rosettes and a ranking of 97th in UK in the Hardens Top 100. 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.

How many award winning restaurants serving afternoon tea are there in Surrey, East and West Sussex?

In total, there are 32 award winning restaurants serving afternoon tea in Surrey, East and West Sussex, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

How many Michelin Star restaurants serving afternoon tea are there in Surrey, East and West Sussex?

There are currently 4 listed Michelin Star restaurants serving afternoon tea in Surrey, East and West Sussex consisting of 4 restaurants holding 1 Michelin Star. There is also 1 restaurant holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

How many AA Rosette restaurants serving afternoon tea are there in Surrey, East and West Sussex?

There are currently 31 listed AA Rosette restaurants serving afternoon tea in Surrey, East and West Sussex consisting of 1 restaurant holding 5 AA Rosettes, 2 restaurants holding 4 AA Rosettes, 3 restaurants holding 3 AA Rosettes, 16 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes and 9 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.