Just when you think nothing can beat afternoon tea, eateries around the UK start offering festive versions of the British classic. If you’re looking for a way to get into the holiday spirit then a Christmas Afternoon Tea in Brighton may be just what you need. Here are some places in Brighton which offer this unique afternoon tea option…
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Mercure Brighton
For a whole month, from the 1st of December to the 1st of January, The Mercure Seafront Hotel in Brighton allows guests to ‘treat them-elfs’ to a fabulously festive afternoon tea. For just £25 per person, you can enjoy a selection of finger sandwiches, including classics like ham and English mustard, and egg mayonnaise, as well as indulgent seasonal sarnies like turkey and cranberry, or smoked salmon with dill mayonnaise.
Sweet treats available include afternoon tea staples like the scone with strawberry jam and clotted cream, and a delightful vanilla slice, as well as festive gingerbread, stollen bite, and of course, a mince pie.
If all this, on top of the selection of speciality tea and coffee, is still not indulgent enough for you, you can upgrade to include a glass of warming mulled wine alongside your tier of treats. Or, for an added touch of (literal) sparkles, treat yourself to a half bottle of prosecco for an extra £10 per person.
Younger guests aged 3 to 12 can also enjoy an afternoon tea, at the reduced price of £13 each, making sure the whole family can enjoy a merry moment together at the Mercure.
Address: 149 Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 2PP
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Queen’s Hotel
The Queen’s Hotel is adding a smattering of seasonal sparkle to their traditional Afternoon Tea menu every day throughout December, except the big day itself. Guests will be treated to a decadent December selection of sandwiches, including flavours such as butter-roasted turkey with cranberry jam, smoked salmon with dill horseradish, and classic cucumber, cream cheese, and chive.
On the sweet side of things, expect a cherry scone with rich clotted cream and jam, as well as a range of festive sweet treats, including mini mince pies, dusted with ‘snow,’ alongside chocolate & orange cake, mini red velvet cake, and a classy macaron.
All this, including a glass of bubbly, is priced at £29.50 per person, Queen’s Hotel is a great choice for a festive, decadent afternoon tea.
Address: 1-5 Kings Rd, Brighton & Hove, BN1 1NS
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The Grand Brighton
Voted Brighton’s best afternoon tea, for three years in a row, The Grand Brighton provides a range of indulgent afternoon teas all year round, in a stunning setting. Guests are treated to a fabulous sea view, as well as expertly crafted pastries, savouries, sandwiches, scones and patisserie.
The Grand’s luxurious festive afternoon tea runs from the 22nd of November to the 31st of December, and offers all the expected opulence of the usual afternoon tea, with a bit of extra seasonal sparkle. Expect some classic seasonal savouries, as well as the fanciest in festive sweet creations. Afternoon teas are served daily at 12 pm, 2 pm and 4 pm, and start at £38 per person.
Address: The Grand Brighton, 97-99 King’s Road, Brighton, BN1 2FW
Find out more here: https://www.grandbrighton.co.uk/dining-and-lounge/afternoon-tea
Dobbies Garden Centre
Located near Brighton Racecourse, Dobbies Brighton offers festive afternoon teas for all the family. For just £13.50, guests can enjoy a three-tier festive afternoon tea, including a selection of freshly made finger sandwiches, filled with turkey & cranberry, salmon, lemon and chive, and brie and grape, festive scones served with Cornish clotted cream & a mini pot of jam and a spectacular selection of seasonal sweet treats including a Black Forest tart, a raspberry chocolate brownie, Christmas pudding, a mince pie and a mini macaroon.
All these delights are paired with a pot of tea or coffee, with free refills. Also on offer is a Children’s Festive Afternoon Tea, allowing the whole family to get together for a sumptuously seasonal afternoon tea at Dobbies. Little ones can enjoy a selection of freshly made finger sandwiches, on a mix of white and grain bread, filled with ham, jam and tuna (not all mixed up though!), a scone, fresh carrot and cucumber sticks, grape halves and a dipping cream cheese, as well as sweet treats including a Black Forest tart, chocolate dessert with raspberries and a chocolate iced muffin, plus a choice of fruit, for just £8.50 per child.
Address: Dobbies Brighton, Warren Road, Brighton, BN2 9XX
Find out more here: https://events.dobbies.com/event-detail/?e=4252&v=51&r=v
Browns Brighton
Centrally located, just off West Street, is Browns Brighton, a grand bar and brasserie offering indulgent afternoon tea in a fabulous environment. The festive afternoon tea runs from the 24th of November to the 31st of December, served daily from 3 pm to 4:30 pm (except Friday 8th and 15th of December, and Christmas Day) and priced at £23 per person.
The afternoon tea is served with a choice of loose-leaf or herbal tea, or you can upgrade for an extra £10 to include a glass of Champagne. Savoury treats include a selection of sandwiches: turkey and cranberry, heritage egg mayo, and Cheddar and Bramley apple chutney, as well as brioche rolls with smoked salmon and cream cheese, and prawn and baby gem lettuce.
Also on offer are sweet treats: fruit and plain scones served with clotted cream and fruit jams, mini mince pies, Victoria sponge, mango and passionfruit torte, glazed chocolate delice and lemon posset profiteroles.
In addition, 50p from every afternoon tea will be donated to Shelter: the housing and homelessness charity, so you are also supporting an excellent cause.
Address: Browns Brighton, 3-4 Duke Street, Brighton, BN1 1AH
Find out more here: https://www.browns-restaurants.co.uk/restaurants/southeast/brighton/festive
Malmaison
Putting the merry in Christmas is the festive afternoon tea at Malmaison, a chic hotel on Brighton Marina seafront. The exquisite Afternoon Tea experience boasts a diverse array of classic and Christmassy treats, including a classic egg mayo & cress brioche roll, turkey katsu wrap, smoked mackerel pate on cucumber brioche, and a refreshing individual prawn cocktail.
Sweet enthusiasts will savour the quintessential scone with jam & clotted cream and Victoria sponge, as well as the festive chocolate tree, Viennese mincemeat tart, and Black Forest cherry trifle.
Served with a choice of speciality teas, as well as a glass of prosecco, this afternoon tea is priced at £35 per person and runs from Thursday 23rd of November to Friday 29th of December. For an additional £4, you can upgrade to a glass of Champagne or a Seasonal Cocktail of your choice.
Address: Waterfront, Brighton Marina Village, Brighton, BN2 5WA
Find out more here: https://www.malmaison.com/locations/brighton/christmas/
