Award Winning Afternoon Tea in The Yorkshire Dales

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 The Yorkshire Dales is also likely to provide some of the best afternoon tea in The Yorkshire Dales! 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.

Ah, the Yorkshire Dales, a place of magnificent rolling hills, picturesque valleys, and quintessentially English charm. What could be more delightful than enjoying an afternoon tea amidst such beauty? The villages scattered throughout the Dales offer some of the finest afternoon tea experiences, allowing you to relish the scenery while indulging in some truly wonderful treats. Many tearooms in this region embrace traditional recipes and quality local ingredients, from scones with luscious clotted cream to sandwiches prepared with local cheese and meats. The genteel pace of life here is perfectly complemented by the ceremony of a proper afternoon tea. One venue that stands out for its afternoon tea offerings is the esteemed Devonshire Arms Hotel and Spa, located in Bolton Abbey. Their afternoon tea not only includes a delicious selection of pastries and freshly-made sandwiches but is set against the backdrop of stunning countryside views—an unforgettable experience for tea aficionados. Meanwhile, Bettys Cafe Tea Rooms in nearby Harrogate, though just outside the heart of the Dales, is legendary and well worth the pilgrimage for its gorgeous interior and impeccable selection of teas and cakes. There's surely no better way to enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the Yorkshire Dales than with a cup of expertly brewed tea and an array of scrumptious treats in these splendid settings.