What a delightful place to have afternoon tea during Christmas! Everything was perfectly organized and the hotel looks lovely I would definitely try to stay here but we just came for the afternoon read more

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My husband and I enjoyed tea here during our trip to London. We made reservations but I'm not sure if it was needed since it was a weekday and it didn't look particularly busy. The server was very attentive and all the staff at the hotel were so helpful when we wandered and got lost. Tea started off with a glass of bubbly (for the husband) and I had a mocktail which was some sort of lemonade. It was SO good I actually wanted another glass. The sandwiches were pretty solid and the variety of items kept us very full. They offered to refill any of our food items but honestly we were so stuffed that we didn't even take them up on it. Pricing is typical of nice tea places in a hotel so definitely not cheap but expected. Favorite part of tea, CANDY CART!! ok I wont lie, this was 90% of why I picked this spot. We each got to fill a bag up of candies and I loved that some were classic candies from UK. I had so much fun trying out the variety I got and apparently they change out the candy once they're out of something. read more

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Went for high tea! It was nice. The desserts were alright. It wasn't the best food ever but it was overall a good experience in a nice, classy setting. I liked all the little sandwiches and the very soft scones (as an American these scones were very soft unlike the more hard ones I'm used to). The teas were good and we also received champagne and mulled wine! I think the price was fair for what we got but I wish the desserts were just a little better but maybe that's just my palette. Good service! And lovely location, close to Bond street. read more

When we arrived at the hotel, we were greeted by all the staff which was wonderful and inviting we were shown to our room and given a tour. At 4 o'clock, we had our English tea, which was incredible with all the sweets and savory sandwiches that they had. We also ate in the restaurant in the hotel and the food was fantastic. They helped us celebrate our 30th anniversary. We have been very impressed with this hotel and would stay here again. read more

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Absolutely amazing staff!!! The rooms are very comfortable . Every night we end up in the lobby bar because the drinks are great, staff is amazing, and entertainment is fun. The restaurant is very good food, high end with a casual feel. A must stay! read more

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Read about the afternoon tea in a best place for tea article- we stopped by noon but was told no space until 3 pm so we made a reservation on the spot.returned around 2:30 pm and it was nice to be seated early. Service was definitely great. Hashim was excellent - attentive and kind. Our first afternoon tea experience - had say the savory sandwiches tasted better - not a big sweets fun. The scones are great as well with cream and jam. Refills are included but really can't fit in more - relatively rich. A cart full of candies to pick - as it's the sweatshop after all. A big draw for kids and kids at heart. One minor suggestion - we ordered dragon well tea - Chinese tradition on the tea - is relatively light - I personally would prefer to have less tea leaves per pot. . About 1/2 of current serving. read more

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Wonderful classic hotel visited in May 2025. High end sheets and towels and still wear my slippers from the hotel. Hotel bar was fun, did the Sabrage with a bottle of champagne. What a blast that was, wanting to do that for years. Piano player in the bar was wonderful. Great experience. read more

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London hotel everything you would expect with very attentive service. Nice oasis at the end of a busy day.

As much as it breaks my heart to downgrade my rating of this hotel to 4 stars, I feel The Chesterfield Mayfair has lost that personal touch that used to set it apart from its peers. I used to consider this hotel my London "home away from home", and looked forward to the greetings of "welcome back!" from both the doorman and the front desk staff when I arrived. Now, on my last 2 visits, instead of "welcome back", I was greeted with "have you stayed with us before?" when checking in. Ummmm, yes. I've been staying here for 10+ years, so that is a bit soul-crushing. Also, gone are the days of a sweet handwritten note for a celebratory stay like a birthday. Now it's a pre-printed card. Nice, but certainly not that extra touch of personalized service that The Chesterfield Mayfair used to bring to the table. The one shining bright spot of service remains Christine and the housekeeping team. Rooms are always fresh and clean, staff is friendly and warm, and if you happen to have a favorite biscuit from the in-room tea service, they will make sure they are stocked for your enjoyment! Cheers to that! But, that being said, The Chesterfield Mayfair is certainly in a lovely neighborhood for first-time visitors to London. It's walking distance to many tourist sites, and is convenient to many bus and underground lines. The number of nearby restaurants continues to grow, and you can't beat the shopping, if that's your thing! And both the beds and the showers....heavenly!! read more

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I stayed here for three nights and had a better experience than a 5-star hotel. It was a rocky start at first because my flight arrived at 6 am but couldn't check in until 2 pm due to their checkout times. But during that time they securely stored our bags and made sure they were in our room once it freed up. They also allowed us to sit in their restaurant area and entrance area without purchasing anything. Once you walk into the hotel, a doorman opens the door for you and you walk into the most aesthetically amazing room followed by endless beautiful rooms. The front desk was great as well. Regardless of how many people are at the desk they all greet you and ask if you need any service. The elevators and rooms are on the smaller side but I personally feel like it added great character and didn't lessen the experience whatsoever. Some customers receive free breakfast with their reservations and the employees in the restaurant triple-check this to make sure nobody will have any surprise bills. The food and service there was great also. The location of the hotel is perfect, within close walking distance of any public transportation. There is also a market nearby for any food or goods you might need. Important note: at the end of your stay you will receive a discretionary charge of 15 gbp for each day you stay that will go to the staff. I have no problem with tipping staff, but I wish I knew this as I tipped throughout my stay as well and it would've helped with budgeting. If you are uncomfortable with the charge, they offer to take it off. This place was so great I would come here for all of my London trips. read more

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The staff at The Chesterfield Mayfair lead a master class in hospitality. Arriving in the early morning after an all night flight I expected no more than an offer of stowing my bags for the many hours until check-in. Instead, I was offered my room - at around 9 a.m. Fresh cappuccino were also offered, and served with a warm welcome in the lobby. The way I was made to feel here, with every single staff interaction, was nothing short of special. Unlike the US, a "resort fee" isn't slapped onto a hotel stay here. But they do add a 10% gratuity into your bill while explaining that paying such is entirely optional. If you're spent by the evening, the bar is a nice experience. A stiff drink, complimentary nibbles, and a singing piano player make the experience worth a stop. Being somewhat price conscious, I opted for the least expensive room here and it didn't include breakfast. What I got for my money was a small, nicely appointed room but not a room you'd wish to spend much time in, mostly due to its size. Still, I'd rather stay in a small room in Mayfair than a large room elsewhere in town. The Chesterfield Mayfair offers a very popular afternoon tea and is a very short walk to Berkeley Square and Hyde Park. I only spent a single night here but location, hospitality, and the special feeling I got just walking into this intimate hotel were such that I'd happily choose it again were I heading to London and in need of short-term lodging. read more

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This hotel is an amazing place to stay. It is definitely quintessential London and you will love it. The people who work there in the lobby and elsewhere are phenomenal and very caring. I've never stayed at a hotel before this that really was exceptional and wonderful to me. read more

Great staff. Good food. Terrific neighborhood. A/C worked very well. Only downsides are small rooms with not much bathroom counter space. read more

Clean room, extremely small, nothing amazing about the room, our heated floor wasn't working. Staff tried to enter at 8:30pm. The place was nicely decorated for Christmas and the staff were friendly, but I would not return. read more

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On a lark, selected this hotel from just a remote web search. I knew it was nice, but I thought it was a bit kitschy. When I arrived the lobby just looked opulent and luxurious. The doorman was exceptional (even recommended a superb coffee shop) and the check in was impressive. Even upgraded us from a Junior Suite to an Executive Suite that was beyond belief. Instead of being over the top, we just felt like royalty. A dining area, a work nook, sitting area, bedroom and bathroom made it larger than my first apartment! Each space was a bit small, but together it was magnificent and huge. Loved all the quirky light switches and CAUTION with the shower. Three unlabeled dials made it hilarious when the cold water jetted straight at me while standing outside of the shower and iceberg cold. Eventually I figured it out and it was one of the best showers EVER: instant heat and fire hose above my head (I'm tall) when dialed up. The bed was just about perfect. Maybe even too large if something like that can exist. Overall this is one of the best rooms/suites that I've stayed in across many past years. read more

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This is a review for the afternoon tea only, it does not apply to the rest of the hotel / restaurants at The Chesterfield. However, I unfortunately must admit that I wasn't too impressed with the Chesterfield's afternoon tea so I am not sure if I will return to explore their other offerings. Main reason for this was the service. Despite our advanced booking and the restaurant being relatively quiet during our late afternoon visit, the service was inefficient and not very engaging. For example, my repeated requests for water, particularly necessary due to a cough, went unfulfilled, despite asking for it three times. Additionally, we had to wave down the staff several times when we had a request. In addition, I wasn't too impressed with the food: the scones and sandwiches were satisfactory but the pastries fell short, especially for the price point. However, on a positive note, I must commend the impressive selection of teas. The quality of the tea served was excellent and was a highlight of the experience. Furthermore, the atmosphere and decor of the hotel created a nice ambiance. In a city like London, especially in the Mayfair area, where there's a plethora of options for afternoon tea, my inclination to return to The Chesterfield is limited. While there were positive aspects, the overall experience didn't quite meet the expectations. read more

We did high tea at the Chesterfield to celebrate our wedding anniversary. We were a party of nine. It was fantastic! Service was attentive. Food was delicious. The tea selection - I had the chocolate tea - WOW! So good! We loved celebrating with such a unique experience. It's a must do when in London!! read more

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To celebrate my 70th birthday my wife and I decided to take a trip to London. We haven't been here for 25 years. Our stay at The Chesterfield has been exceptional. The location is great for shopping and to visit historic sites. The staff could not be more helpful or friendlier. Everyone at the hotel is extremely positive and makes an all out effort to ensure that their guests enjoy their stay . We added a breakfast option to our room and it also has been wonderful every day - the service and food are both unsurpassed ! Our son-in-law is in London on business . Instead of going out to a restaurant we invited him to join us here for cocktails and dinner. All three of us tried the Dover Sole which was exceptional . I wanted to also mention that the staff sent pastries chocolate and a coupon for drinks at the hotel bar to our room for my birthday . A very nice personal touch which you rarely see in hotels today . The decor of the this 15 century building is also beautiful and the room is extremely comfortable. FIVE Stars I highly recommend this hotel! read more

I have been to a lot of high teas all over the world, and many in London. This one was right up there as one of my favorites! I loved the scones and clotted cream, the sandwiches were yummy (salmon, egg, cucumber, and chicken), and all the desserts- fabulous. The teas were delicious, and I love that you can try as many teas as you want. I had several types of jasmine, my friend had a ginger tea. My sister had hot chocolate. If you don't like tea, you can have champagne, coffee, hot chocolate or a milkshake!!! AND they refill any of the scones, sandwiches, or pastries if you want. I mean they give you a lot, believe me, but if you want more, they bring it! The candy at the end was also a special touch. The atrium is beautiful. The service was great! Our friend had never been to a high tea, and I am glad this was her first experience. It is special and priced well! We will return to the Chesterfield next time we are in London for the Sweet Shop! read more

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REVIEW FOR SWEETSHOP AFTERNOON TEA: Holy wow, this is an incredible experience. A first-class afternoon tea, with all the delightful little sandwiches, scones, and sweets you'd hope for. The servers are excellent, extremely accommodating, and go well out of their way to try make you feel comfortable, welcome, and excited. The sweetshop afternoon tea, like the Willy Wonka afternoon tea before it, are expressly designed to bring out the child in you. They are family-friendly, with kids' options at a lower price point, but the target audience is definitely nostalgic adults. The quality of service, mile-long list of tea options, and masterfully-crafted sandwiches+scones would already be enough to earn this tea experience 5 stars, but the Chesterfield Mayfair doesn't stop there. Throughout the experience (and it really is more an experience than just a meal), there are fun little surprises. I won't spoil too much, but from the time you sit down, you can expect an out-of-this-world treat *wink wink*. My favorites were the salmon-dill sandwich on beetroot bread, the plain scones with clotted cream, and the coca-cola slice (a bit like a naked eclair, but Coke flavored). And, of course, you can get as many refills of your favorites as you want. This is an experience meant to be taken slow and savored. read more

LOVED OUR STAY!! What a perfect hotel in a perfect location! We love the Mayfair neighborhood in London and have now found our new hotel! Welcoming warm staff always ready to make your stay the best they can! The Terrace Bar was perfect for a nice snack and cocktail anytime of the day and the Restaurant is delicious! Can't wait to come back!! read more

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We had such a lovely time! Our first time in London and I took the kids as we love afternoon tea. Tanjib (I hope I spelled this correctly, he's in the picture) he was lovely and chatted with us and was so helpful. The sandwiches and the scones were our favorite, dessert was too sweet for me, but if you have a sweet tooth, then you'll like this. Then you also get to pick out bags of candy to go. The kids really loved that! I think the price was reasonable, it's similar to what I would pay where I live in Colorado. read more

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Just checked out of this lovely hotel beautifully located in Mayfair. The place is old world charming and beautifully kept up. Terrific accommodating staff. Josefz was particularly welcoming and always super helpful. The breakfasts are excellent. The linens are top notch. My only caveat was my room. Way too tight--e.g., the desk chair couldn't by extricated because of the narrowness of the pass through. And the side chair was surely the most uncomfortable I've ever sat in. In essence there was no comfortable place to sit other than in the luxurious bed. And no luggage rack in the room. Front desk suggested I stay in a tower room next time. Next time? Maybe. read more

First time travelling to London through a Costco trip. Have to say stayed at a ton of hotels but this is one of the best. The hotel is super charming and over 100 years old but modernized in a way that was perfect. Best part is the staff is the most friendly hotel staff I have ever met. One hotel clerk almost ran to take our luggage. 100% recommend. read more

The atmosphere of this hotel was so British. The detail to rooms and service was phenomenal. Great food, and lovely staff, extremely attentive and friendly. My mom wants to give a special shout out to Peter from the front desk for going above and beyond helping her navigate the tube. I highly recommend staying here. read more

We booked tea for nine of us following the festivities at Buckingham Palace on Friday, June 2, for the Queen's Jubilee. We were ushered into the large round table at the center of the restaurant to be wined and dined until we were all perfectly sated. We filled ourselves with all the delicious tea sandwiches and pastries that we could manage. One of the great attractions for our group was the availability of three separate menus--the regular, the vegetarian, and the vegan. Among our group that varied in age from 8 to 75, we availed ourselves of all three. Everyone was thrilled with our choices of tea, sandwiches, and desserts. We were invited to order more of whatever we liked best, and we did! When we all were stuffed, we were invited to fill bags from a beautiful assorted sweets cart to take home. The servers were so attentive, they made us feel like royalty. Thank you to the Chesterfield Mayfair staff for making our "once in a lifetime" day even more special! read more

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This hotel is amazing. We stayed here for our honeymoon and they made us feel welcomed immediately. Everyone was so friendly and attentive. The breakfast was amazing every morning, you can order whatever you'd like. We had a couple dinners there also, which was also amazing. The hotel is in a very wealthy area where you will see Aston Martins and Rolls Royces' on every corner. There is a park right down the street also, which is nice to sit at if you want to grab a sandwich from a shop nearby for lunch. I'd recommend this hotel to everyone and anyone. Very welcoming and the hotel has a lot of character. read more

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Stayed here for 9 days. We had a "superior" room and found it to be sufficient in size with excellent amenities. The details of this property are not to be overlooked, but celebrated, as so few properties go to such effort. The lobby bar is the absolute BEST. Great people, great food and great champagne by the glass. They turn even a simple club sandwich into a fantastic meal. We ended every day here (and began a few too) and just loved it. When you stay at a property for 9 days and say upon leaving that we can't wait to stay here again, that says it all. Huge kudos to everyone there, the desk staff, doorman staff, housekeeping staff, restaurant staff, etc. You do The Chesterfield Mayfair proud. THANK YOU!! read more

We booked tea for nine of us following the festivities at Buckingham Palace on Friday, June 2, for the Queen's Jubilee. The hotel itself could not be more elegant, and we were ushered into the large round table at the center of the restaurant to be wined and dined until we were all perfectly sated. We filled ourselves with all the delicious tea sandwiches and pastries that we could manage. One of the great attractions for our group was the availability of three separate menus--the regular, the vegetarian, and the vegan. Among our group that varied in age from 8 to 75, we availed ourselves of all three. Everyone was thrilled with our choices of tea, sandwiches, and desserts. We were invited to order more of whatever we liked best, and we did! To gild the lily, when we all were stuffed, we were invited to fill bags from a beautiful assorted sweets cart to take home. The servers were so attentive, they made us feel like royalty. Thank you to the Chesterfield staff for making our "once in a lifetime" day even more special! read more

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I just adore this little hotel, though the front desk could be a little less stuffy for my taste. I've stayed here twice and each time, given the early morning flight, I've come in dressed like .... I just got off a redeye, in my sweats, tired, in need of a change of clothes, and the hotel folks aren't very friendly about letting me park my luggage in the lobby while I freshen up and change, as the room isn't ready yet. That said, it's a charming historic spot, with each room decorated slightly differently, but always with style. I like the little touches -- the single red carnation, the hand painted headboards, the rose-scented bath salts. It's also tucked away nicely in Mayfair, a stone's throw from some of the best pubs, cocktail spots, and restaurants in town. This place is really worth the treat. The breakfast downstairs though is pretty skippable, at least the made-to-order eggs and the like. As for the hotel bar, it's really for the older crowd so well worth skipping. read more

*For Tea Experience* Loved the setting and service of the tea. Everything was delicious and my server was amazing. My only complaint was there was a couple of moms with kids from the local area, obviously VERY wealthy. The kids were running around, screaming, and just ruining the environment. The moms didn't care about their kids behavior and kept talking. At one point the moms were encouraging the daughters to continue running and playing hide and seek. There were plenty of other kids in the tea their age who were not behaving that way. I get it.. kids will be kids.. but this was beyond that. I wish a manager would have stepped up and told the moms their children's behavior is unacceptable. Kids shouldn't be running around tables, playing hide and seek and screaming in the tea room.... Keep in mind it's not like they were 3 years old. These girls looked 7-8 years old!! Maybe they were scared to tell them because of their obvious high social class. I hope if this happens again hotel management steps in.. it's not right to ruin the experience for everyone else!!! read more

We had afternoon tea at The Chesterfield on our last day in London, and even with so many other days of wonderful experiences at such a beautiful time in London around the holidays, this was one of our top memories from the trip. Every single person we encountered was so nice and accommodating and really went out of their way to make the experience feel special, and they were so excellent with including our 1.5 year old in the experience. It's rare to find places that are both so beautiful and so sweet with children, but this is that place. highly recommend! read more

Came here for the willy wonka afternoon tea experience. It was absolutely amazing! My sister and I ate until we were almost like Violet and needed to be rolled out. Ok, well not really. But they will bring you more of the dish you want. For us we fell in love with the scones! They were amazing. I also really enjoyed the chocolate tea. They start you off with a cute fizzy lifting drink. Then bring out the trays of food. All with the willy wonka theme. The service is amazing. They come around to put the napkins on your lap. Which my sister was floored by. I put a note on my reservation that it was my sister's 1st time to London. They acknowledged that and even addressed her by name. Which was fantastic. They also brought her a special dessert to celebrate her. As previous folks have mentioned there is a kids plate and the adults get the tower. However, in my case I didn't care for the finger sandwiches at all. So honestly would have been fine without them. All the items were very fresh. I did bring a few of my own items from home to complete the Willy Wonka theme. I made large and mini wonka bars and brought some gobsstoppers. They offer milk shakes/hot chocolate if your kids don't want tea. Treats on the plates were many to choose from, scones, macaroons, eclairs, cupcakes, tarts, etc. Each one better than the last. At the end of our meal they did let us box up our left overs. They also brought out lollipops and a hat to choose a "golden ticket" which was a 25% off voucher for another visit. The total experience is about 2 hours, shorter if you wish. But thoroughly enjoyable. read more

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We chose the Chesterfield Mayfair because of reviews. We were not disappointed. They upgraded us on arrival to the Dormer Suite. The room was so cool. There were so many amenities that we enjoyed. Heated towel rack, big shower and separate tub. Bath crystals each day. Neospresso (which I loved) and 2 rooms to stretch out and relax. Staff were exceptional. We enjoyed dinner 2 evenings, the hotel restaurant and service were just superb!! Loved our stay. Great location in London! read more

Fantastic afternoon tea! Great tea selection, whimsical ambiance, and tasty pastries. The service was phenomenal all around - we had an especially good experience with Richard and Melina. Although its a bit on the pricier side, this was a top-notch afternoon tea experience I would definitely recommend! read more

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The most amazing Afternoon Tea! I took my mum and sister who were visiting London for the weekend. We managed to find a voucher online for 25% off, but it is so worth the full price regardless. The service we received was exceptional. Each member of staff treated us like royalty, which I really appreciated, especially for my mum to feel pampered. On arrival we were given cranberry lemonade with popping candy in cute little cola bottles, which I loved. Then the food came out, well we were blown away, the Willy Wonka theme was perfect. There were umpa-lumpa cupcakes, Willy Wonka chocolate bars and even a golden egg. The best thing was, the food kept coming! We were offered a refill on all plates of the afternoon tea, sandwiches, scones and cakes. The scones were delicious, especially the chocolate chip scones, which I've never had before. I asked for a refill on those! It was a fabulous experience and I can't wait to go back! When we left we were each given a golden ticket to open on our return when you can win a discount on your bill or a freebie. We were even directed to the pick and mix when we left as a parting gift. I can't recommend this place enough. For Christmas they will be doing a Winter Wonderland theme, which I bet will be fantastic. read more

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My favorite hotel in London. Rooms are unique and quiet due to the fabric wallpaper, and the decoration, colors, etc. are all very British. Get the included breakfast, which has hot items (eggs, English breakfast), as well as meats, cheeses, and cereals at the buffet. read more

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Another great experience. We always feel welcomed by the staff and the cleanliness of the place. I still believe this is the best hotel I've been to which is because of the staff. They are very helpful and personable. A great location which is close to Buckingham Palace but is a little secluded away from the craziness of London traffic. A walk away from touristy sites but also the option to enjoy a slower pace in the surrounding neighborhood. read more

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea A really nice afternoon tea! The scones are up there with the best i've ever tried. The sandwiches are delicious especially the roast chicken one. I went with friends who didn't eat ham and the staff were very accommodating changing up the menu slightly in order to get a good selection. The teas were also perfect i had the chocolate one! It was charlie and the chocolate factory theme after all, The atmosphere was great with a pianist playing a wide range of genres of music! At the end you even get your own golden ticket! Good for children willy wonka walks around the place to! Don't forget to order extra food as its unlimited!! Pricey but worth every penny. Definitely book in advance. read more

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Come with me. And you'll see. A world of our imagination at the Chesterfield Wonka themed tea. We were fortunate enough to book on their last day before winter wonderland during our visit. What a fun theme. Less stuff than some of your other high teas. Scones, finger sandwiches, variety of excellent teas. At this time £36. Kids 16 and 13 loved it since they could relate to it. They didn't eat the finger sandwiches so maybe opt to get just the Oompa Loompa tea. Took our leftover goodies home with us. Friendly staff. Willy Wonka was a delight. Loved the golden tickets and everlasting gobstoppers! read more

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