Award Winning Afternoon Tea in The Cotswolds

In total, there are 10 award winning restaurants serving afternoon tea in The Cotswolds, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants listed that serve afternoon tea in The Cotswolds? 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 The Cotswolds is also likely to provide some of the best afternoon tea in The Cotswolds! 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 The Cotswolds is Lords of the Manor in Cheltenham (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Charles Smith serves up award winning Modern Cuisine. Lords of the Manor currently holds a standard Michelin Guide listing and 4 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 The Cotswolds, however there are 2 restaurants holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently 10 listed AA Rosette restaurants serving afternoon tea in The Cotswolds consisting of 1 restaurant holding 4 AA Rosettes, 2 restaurants holding 3 AA Rosettes, 6 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes and 1 restaurant holding 1 AA Rosette.

The Cotswolds, stretching across rolling hills and honey-coloured stone villages in south-central England, is a paradise for anyone who relishes a refined afternoon tea. The region has long been celebrated for its charming market towns, graceful manor houses, and an atmosphere that seems almost designed for lingering over delicate sandwiches and warm scones. As an avid afternoon tea enthusiast, I find that the Cotswolds offers a rare blend of rural tranquillity and culinary indulgence, making it an irresistible destination for those who appreciate the comforting ritual of tea, cream, and pastries served with a touch of countryside elegance. Within this scenic area, several venues stand out for their exquisite offerings. The Manor House Hotel in Castle Combe is famed for its indulgent tea served in elegant surroundings, while Barnsley House near Cirencester provides a serene garden setting that makes the experience particularly memorable. In Cheltenham, the Queens Hotel offers a classic tea service inspired by Regency tradition, perfect for those who enjoy a slightly more formal ambiance. Whether you prefer a grand hotel drawing room or a cosy village tearoom, the Cotswolds delivers an impeccable afternoon tea experience that delights both the palate and the senses.