An Expertly Crafted Afternoon Tea

Afternoon tea reimagined, inspired by the British tradition of Fondant Fancies and the natural surroundings of our iconic vertical Living Wall and Royal Parks. Experience quintessentially British Afternoon Tea, done The Athenaeum way. Fancies & Foliage Afternoon Tea includes exquisite cakes, handcrafted sandwiches, and a unique blending experience that features a natural cocktail and tea blending trolley, all of which will follow nature’s changing cues.

Launching on Thursday 1st May 2025

Regular menu served until 30th April 2025, at £45 per person

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Starting at £70 per person, the traditional afternoon tea features unlimited teas and sandwiches. Options include Maldon Cured Smoked Salmon with horseradish crème fraiche, Coronation Chicken with fresh coriander on khobez bread and Singaporean Kaya Eggs on overnight sourdough. After indulging in warm scones, served with Tiptree jam and English clotted cream, enjoy our nature-inspired sweet fancies, carefully displayed cakes on a stand resembling a blossoming tree, feasting on Matcha and Yuzu Cheesecake, Mimosa Cake, Forest Rose Tart, and Strawberry and Cream Cake. Each season, Executive Chef Kevin Fawkes and his culinary team craft a delicate fondant fancy as a nod to this timeless classic.

Options for vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free available. Please let us know dietary requirements on booking.

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A ritual as unique as you

The ritual builds on the hotel’s ethos of “Stay Individual”. Guided by our team, guests explore 45 bespoke ingredients — crafted by renowned Master Tea Blender Alex Probyn — including English-grown tea from Cornwall by Tregothnan, and seasonal botanicals like cherry black, coconut fruit and rose petals. After a few thoughtful questions, your perfect blend is revealed.

The blending experience package includes a unique cocktail that builds on the seasonal flavours of the afternoon tea dining experience, while your tea is delicately blended, with both an alcoholic and non-alcoholic option. To include the blending experience upgrade, Afternoon Tea costs £85 per person.

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Savoury Afternoon Tea

For those who prefer savoury to sweet, this afternoon tea is for you! From £50 per person, enjoy our homemade sandwiches, Lincolnshire Poacher Cheddar scones and a selection of savoury pastries and cakes including Quail ‘Nduja Scotch Egg, Devils On Horseback & Asparagus & Cobble Lane Bresaola with Truffle.

Please note, we require 48 hours notice for Savoury Afternoon Tea.

Bottomless Afternoon Tea

Upgrade your afternoon tea experience with bottomless prosecco. Enjoy a selection of sandwiches, cakes, pastries and traditional scones with free flowing prosecco for 90 minutes for an additional £20.

Cream Tea

A lighter version of the classic afternoon tea, cream tea includes traditional homemade scones with Cornish clotted cream and strawberry jam, served with your choice of artisan tea and priced £10 per person.

Make Your Booking

Bookings made by 4th May for the Fancies & Foliage Afternoon Tea blending experience will be booked at the existing price of £45 per person. The offer must be booked by the 4th of May 2025 and redeemed by the 31st May 2025. Quote “Fancies” on your booking.

Alternatively, please email 116@athenaeumhotel.com or call 020 7499 3464.

Gift Vouchers

Afternoon Tea for two or more makes a perfect gift for a loved one celebrating a special occasion. Treat them to a quintessentially British experience with one of our gift vouchers.