LONDON | Outside London

Afron's Tea Room [Tea room]
1068 Hyde Park Road; 641-6293

The Anchor [Tea room]
34 Park Street, Borough SE1; 020 7407 1577 
* Traditional English style at a pub.
* Located in an historic or landmark building in Bankside near Tate Modern..
* Afternoon tea, cream tea.
* Take-out available.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
Tea served daily. 7/08

Antoni & Alison Maison Bertaux [Tea room]
28 Greek Street, W1; 020-7437-6007 <

BEDFORDSHIRE

LUTON

Luton Hoo Hotel [Tea room]
The Mansion House, Luton, Bedfordshire; 01582 734437
* Continental style hotel lounge in an historic or landmark building near Luton Airport.
* Dress casual but neat: No jeans, please!
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea, cream tea, dessert tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Barrier-free.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone. 
* Gift certificates.
* Credit cards.
Tea served daily. Reservations suggested. Luxury hotel and spa. Parkland and gardens.

BERKSHIRE

WINDSOR

The Castle Hotel [Tea room]
High Street, Windsor, Berkshire; 01870 400 8300
* Traditional English style.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Credit cards.
Steps away from Windsor Castle. Afternoon tea served daily, 9am to 6pm, in the front lounge.

The Crooked House of Windsor [Tea room]
51 High Street, Windsor, Berkshire; 01753 857534
* Traditional English style in an historic or landmark building.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea, cream tea, dessert tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot. 
* Iced teas, caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Tea tastings.
* Private tea parties; seats 50.
* Outdoor seating.
Open Monday through Friday 10.30am to 6pm; Saturday, Sunday, and bank holidays 10am to 7pm. Afternoon tea served all day. Reservations accepted. 03/03 (by owner). Updated 5/09 

The Drury House [Tea room]
No. 4 Church Street, Windsor, Berkshire; 01753 863734
Lovely and tiny tea room on the cobbled streets of Windsor. There's even a fireplace! Open seven days a week 9.30am to 5.30pm serving cream tea, gateaux tea, afternoon tea and high tea.

The Old Kings Head Tea Room [Tea room]
7 Church Street, Windsor, Berkshire; 01753 830877
Charming little tea room in the shadow of Windsor Castle. There is a resident palmist for your after-tea entertainment! 

BRISTOL

Attic [Tea room and merchant]
115 Coldharbour Road, Bristol; 0117 9090357
* Contemporary style in a suburban area.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, etc. are fine.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in teapot or gaiwan.
* Gong-fu tea service.
* Chai, other tea beverages.
* Take-out available.
* Tea tastings.
* Smoke-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties for adults outside regular hours.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* Gift certificates.
* Credit cards.
Open Monday through Friday 8.30am to 5pm; Saturday 10am to 5pm; Sunday 10am to 3pm.

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE

MARLOW

Macdonald Compleat Angler [Tea room]
Marlow, Buckinghamshire; 0870 400 8100 
* Traditional British style hotel restaurant/tea room.
* Dress casual but neat - No jeans, please!
* Afternoon tea.
* Outdoor seating.
Tea served Monday through Friday 3 to 6pm; weekends and bank holidays 3.30 to 6pm in Bowaters Restaurant. Reservations recommended.

CAMBRIDGESHIRE

ELY

Peacocks Tearoom [Tea room]
65 Waterside, Ely, Cambridgeshire; 01353 661100
* Traditional English style in an historic or landmark building.
* Located in town historic district near Ely Cathedral.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea, cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Private tea parties outside regular hours.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* Credit cards.
Open Wednesday through Sunday 10.30am to 4.30pm; open on bank holiday Mondays. No reservations.

GRANTCHESTER

The Orchard Tea Garden [Tea room]
45-47 Mill Way, Grantchester, Cambridgeshire; 01223 551 125
* Traditional English style in an historic or landmark building near Cambridge University.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
Open daily except for a few days around Xmas/New Year. Spring and autumn hours 9.30am to 5.30pm; summer 9.30am to 7pm; winter 9.30am to 4.30pm. 11/09

CHANNEL ISLANDS

GUERNSEY

Isabel's Brasserie [Tea room]
35 le Pollet, St. Peter Port; 01481 721121 
* French/Continental style.
* Afternoon tea.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Take-out available.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties.
* Outdoor seating.
* Credit cards.
Tea served daily.

Les Sablons Tea Garden & Café [Tea room]
St. Peter Port; 01481 264253 
* Cream tea, dessert tea.
* Take-out available.
* Barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Outdoor seating.
* On-site parking.
Tea served daily.

CORNWALL

MOUSEHOLE

The Old Pilchard Press [Tea room]
Old Quay Street, Mousehole; 01736 731154 
Open daily, March through November, 10.30am to 5pm; extended summer hours; special Christmas and New Year's hours.

PORT ISAAC

Trevathan Farm Tea Room [Tea room]
St. Endellion, Port Isaac; 01208 880164 
Open daily, 10am to 6pm, from Easter through end of October. Specialty: Cornish cream tea.

TINTAGEL

Cream [Tea room]
Atlantic Road, Tintagel; 01840 779270 
* Contemporary style in a rural area near Tintagel Castle.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, etc. are fine.
* Cream tea, dessert tea.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Chai, other tea beverages, caffeine-free selections.
* Barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties outside regular hours.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* Credit cards.
Open daily from 8.30am.

TRURO

Charlotte's Tea House [Tea room and merchant]
Coinage Hall, 1 Boscawen Street, Truro; 01872 263706 
* Victorian style in an historic or landmark building in town commercial district.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
Open Monday through Saturday 10am to 5pm. Teas available from nearby Tregothnan tea estate.

The Tea Shop [Tea room and merchant]
Trewithen Gardens, Grampound Road, Truro; 01726 883609 
* Traditional English style at a nursery or garden center at a cultural venue.
* Cream tea.
* Teas served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Barrier-free.
* On-site parking.
Open daily 10am to 4.30pm.

CUMBRIA

AMBLESIDE

Rothay Manor Hotel and Restaurant [Tea room]
Ambleside, Lake District, Cumbria; 01539 433605
Buffet-style afternoon tea served every day, 3.30 to 5.30pm. Vegetarian dishes available with advance notice.

CARLISLE

T&D Coffee House [Tea room and merchant]
Cecil Street, Carlisle; 01228 510861 
* Located in a bakery.
* Loose leaf tea and teabags.
* Fair Trade products.
Open Monday through Saturday 8am to 5pm.

GRANGE OVER SANDS

Hazelmere Cafê & Bakery [Tea room]
1-2 Yewbarrow Terrace, Grange-over-Sands, Lake District, Cumbria; 01539 532972
* British style in a bakery.
* Located in an historic or landmark building across from the ornamental gardens.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Vegetarian menu choices. 

DEVON

BABBACOMBE

Angels Tea Rooms [Tea room]
49 Babbacombe Road, Babbacombe, Torquay; 01803 324477 
* Traditional English ambiance.
* Located in town historic district.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea and teabags served in a teapot.
* Credit cards. 

BOVEY TRACEY

The Copper Kettle [Tea room]
Station Road, Bovey Tracey; 01626 832243 
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* English tea service.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Credit cards.

BRAUNTON

Loose-Fit Surf Shop and Café [Tea room and merchant]
Braunton Garage, Exeter Road, Braunton, North Devon; 01271 314549
* Located at a sporting goods shop in a resort area.
* A good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas and teabags.
* Fair Trade products.
* Outdoor seating.
* Internet access.
* Credit cards.
Open daily. Features teas grown locally in Cornwall.

BROADCLYST

Killerton [Tea room]
Broadclyst, Exeter; 01392 882081 
* Located in an historic or cultural venue.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea.
Afternoon tea served in The Garden restaurant in the mansion; cream tea served in The Orchard tea room in the stable courtyard. Tours available. Open year-round; seasonal hours.

DULVERTON

Lewis's Tea Rooms [Tea room]
13 The High Street, Dulverton, Exmoor; 01398 323850
Specializing in cream teas. Daily in season; call for winter hours.

DUNSTER

The Tea Shoppe [Tea room]
3 High Street, Dunster, Exmoor; 01643 821304

HARTLAND

Docton Mill Tea Room [Tea room]
Docton Mill Wild Flower Gardens, Lymebridge, Hartland, North Devon; 01237 441369
Open March 1 to October 31 only.
* Traditional English style at a garden centre/nursery.
* Located in an historic or landmark building in a rural area.
* Cream tea.
* Outdoor seating.
Tea served daily, 10am to 6pm.

ILFRACOMBE

Saidees Tea Rooms [Tea room]
10/11 Fore Street; Ilfracombe; 01271 863314 
* Traditional English style in a resort area near the harbour.
* Cream tea.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Chai.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Smoke-free.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Credit cards.
Open daily.

LUSTLEIGH

Primrose Cottage [Tea room]
Lustleigh, Nr Bovey Tracey; 01647 277365 
Located next to the village green. Open Wednesday through Monday, spring through autumn, 10.30am to 5.30pm

MORETONHAMPSTEAD

Dartmoor Tearooms [Tea room]
Moretonhampstead; 01647 441116
* Bistro style in an historic or landmark building.
* Located in a rural area near Exeter.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Tea beverages, caffeine-free selections.
* Special diets with advance notice.
* Fair Trade and organic products.
* Take-out available.
* Smoke-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Seats 28.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Credit/debit cards.
Open Tuesday through Sunday 10am to 5pm including bank holidays.

OKEHAMPTON

The Store & Tearoom [Tea room and merchant]
South Zeal, Okehampton; 01837 840318 
* At a natural foods store in an historic or landmark building.
* Located in a rural area near Dartmoor.
* Cream tea, dessert tea.
* Teabags.
* Take-out available.
* Fair Trade products.
* Outdoor seating.
* Credit cards.
Open Monday through Saturday 8am to 5pm; Sunday 9am to 12noon. Historic village.

OTTERTON

The Duckery Restaurant [Tea room]
Otterton Mill Center, Otterton; 01395 568521 or 01395 567041 
Homemade menu with vegetarian selections. Outdoor courtyard or meadow seating, weather permitting. Open daily 10am to 5pm; earlier closing in winter.

PLYMOUTH

Tudor Rose Tea Rooms [Tea room]
36 New Street, The Barbican, Plymouth; 01752 255502 
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* English tea service.
* Credit cards.
Open daily, 10am to 5.30pm.

SOUTH MOLTON

The Corn Dolly [Tea room and merchant]
115A East Street, South Molton; 01769 574249 
Loose-leaf teas, traditional tea sweets. Featuring The Corn Dolly Tea. Separate children's menu. Hours Monday through Saturday, 9.30am to 5pm.

TOPSHAM

Georgian Tea Room [Tea room]
Broadway House, 35 High Street, Topsham, Exeter; 01392 873465 
* Traditional English ambiance.
* Cream tea.
* Outdoor seating.

TORBAY

Greenway [Tea room]
Greenway Road, Galmpton; 01803 843235 
* Located in an historic or cultural venue near Brixham.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Barrier-free.
Open Wednesday through Saturday from March 1st through October only.

TORQUAY

Lanscombe House Hotel [Tea room]
Cockington Village, Torquay; 01803 606938 
* Traditional English ambiance.
* Located in a B&B/inn.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea and teabags served in a teapot.
* Smoke-free.
* Outdoor seating.
* On-site parking.
* Credit cards.
This is a charming B&B -- we stayed here a few weeks ago. They serve a complimentary cream tea (with generous amounts of local Devon clotted cream) to hotel guests. The B&B is good value for money, and the owners are very friendly. Highly recommended. Directions: Head for Torquay sea front and turn towards Paignton. After about half a mile at Livermead turn right signposted to Cockington and Cockington Country Park. Keep on this country lane for about half a mile and you will find the hotel on the left hand side as you enter the village.

The Pink Geranium [Tea room]
87 Ilsham Road, Wellswood, Torquay; 01803 211758
* Traditional English ambiance.
* Located in town historic district.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Credit cards. 
Open from 10am

TOTNES

Greys Dining Room [Tea room and merchant]
96 High Street, Totnes; 01803 866369 
* Old World style.
* Cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
Tea served Thursday through Tuesday 2.30 to 5pm.

DORSET

ALDERHOLT

The Sticky Bun Tea Room [Tea room]
Fordingbridge Road, Alderholt, Dorset; 01425 652437 
Outside patio, weather permitting, where you can bring your dog with you. Wheelchair accessible. Open all year except Christmas through New Year's. Hours 10am to 4pm.

BOURNEMOUTH

Cranberry's Tea Room [Tea room]
7 Criterion Arcade; 01202 315528

Oven Door Tea Shop [Tea room]
Avenue Centre; 01202 556929

Pier Café [Tea room]
Bournemouth Pier, Bournemouth.

CHRISTCHURCH

Ducking Stool Tea Room [Tea room]
13A Ducking Stool Lane, Millhams Street, Christchurch, Hampshire; 01202 485779
* Traditional English style. 
* Cream tea, theme teas.
Open daily 10am to 4pm. Summer hours 10am to 5pm. Reservations accepted. Updated 9/09  

Old Mill Tea Room [Tea room]
Christchurch Quay; 01202 474942

Old Mill Tea Rooms [Tea room]
Christchurch Quay, Dorset; 01202 474942
Large selection of teas. Cream teas daily; ice cream in season.

DORCHESTER

Char-Chars [Tea room and merchant]
50a South Street, Dorchester, Dorset; 01560 1148905
* Contemporary tea lounge/tea bar located in town historic district. 
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, theme teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot or take-out cup.
* Iced teas, chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices; special diets with advance notice.
* Fair Trade and organic products.
* Take-out available.
* Tea tastings.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Private tea parties for adults during regular hours; seats 50.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating. 
* Internet access.
* Loyalty cards.
* Credit/debit cards.
Open Monday through Saturday 8.30am to 4.30pm. Reservations required for afternoon tea.

LYME REGIS

Georgian Tea Rooms [Tea room]
53 Broad Street, Lyme Regis, Dorset; 01297 443568
* Traditional English style.
* Located in town historic district in an historic or landmark building.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, theme teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas and teabags served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Private parties scheduled during regular hours.
* Outdoor seating.
* Credit cards.
Open daily 10am to 5pm. No need to reserve; reservations accepted for large groups.  

POOLE

The Courtyard Gardens and Tea Room [Tea room]
48A High Street, Poole, Dorset; 01202 659865 / 07971 639973
* Traditional English style in an historic or landmark building. 
* Located in town historic district near Poole Quay.
* Come as you are!
* Afternoon teas cream teas, dessert tea, theme teas, exotic teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea, teabags served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices; special diets with advance notice.
* Fair Trade and Organic products.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties for adults outside regular hours; seats 40.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating. 
July - August open daily 10am to 6pm. October through April open Monday through Saturday 10am to 5pm. Reservations advised for groups of five or more.  

Seashells Restaurant and Tea House [Tea room]
34 Panorama Road, Sandbanks, Poole, Dorset; 01202 700610
Cream teas and homemade scones.

WAREHAM

Blue Pool Tea House [Tea room]
The Blue Pool, Wareham; 01929 551408                                                                                    * Admission charge applies. 

WESTBOURNE

Muffins [Tea room]
8 Westbourne Arcade; 01202 757644

ESSEX 

TIPTREE

Wilkin & Sons Tea Room [Tea room and merchant]
Tiptree, Essex; 01621 814524 (Visitor Centre)
Traditional waitress service, quiet and comfortable surroundings at the Wilkin & Sons factory and museum. Try the special: Little Scarlet Conserve with a homemade scone and fresh cream, served with the Tiptree tea of your choice. Group bookings available.

GLOUCESTERSHIRE

BOURTON-ON-WATER

The Bay Tree [Tea room and merchant]
1 Victoria Street; 01451 821818 
B&B and tea room in the Cotswolds. Specialty is The Bay Tree Special Cream Tea. Vegetarian and low-fat menu choices. Teas and accessories in the adjacent gift shop. Hours: Summer months open Monday through Thursday from 10am; Friday and Saturday from 9am; Sunday from 11am. Open daily in winter.

The Croft [Tea room]
01451 821132
Afternoon teas. Outdoor seating (weather permitting).

Mad Hatter Tea Rooms [Tea room]
01451 821508
Afternoon teas. Outdoor seating (weather permitting).

Old Manse Hotel [Tea room]
01451 820082
Afternoon teas served daily in The Chestnuts restaurant.

Polly Perkins Restaurant [Tea room]
01451 820244
Afternoon teas. 

Riverside Coffee House [Tea room]
01451 820803
Cream teas served daily.

Rose Tree Restaurant [Tea room]
01451 820635
Cream teas served daily.

Small Talk Tea Rooms [Tea room]
01451 821596
Clotted cream teas served daily.

Vernes Tea Room [Tea room]
01451 822005
Afternoon teas.

Village Restaurant [Tea room]
01451 821880
Afternoon teas.

Windrush Café [Tea room]
01451 820894
Afternoon and cream teas. Outdoor seating (weather permitting).

BUCKLAND

Buckland Manor Hotel [Tea room]
01386 852626
Cream teas. Afternoon tea served Monday through Saturday, 2.30 to 5.30pm and Sundays 4 to 5.30pm. Teas served in the lounge or in the garden (weather permitting).

CHELTENHAM

Juri's Olde Bakery Tea Shoppe [Tea room]
High Street, Winchcombe, Cheltenham; 01242 602469
* Fusion Eurasian style in a cottage setting.
* Located in an historic or landmark building.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Outdoor seating.
Open Wednesday through Friday 10a0m to 5pm; Saturday 10.30am to 5pm; Sunday 11am to 5pm; and Monday bank holidays. Afternoon tea served weekdays 3 to 6pm; weekends 2 to 6pm.  

CHIPPING CAMPDEN

Badgers Hall Tea Rooms and B&B [Tea room]
High Street; 01386 84083
Traditional English afternoon cream teas, and a wide selection of teas served all day. Vegetarian menu choices. Tea parties held on the last Wednesday of the month from October through March; reservations suggested. Open year 'round except Christmas and New Year's, 10.30am to 4.30pm.  

Hicks Brasserie Bar [Tea room]
The Square; 01386 840330
Twinings teas and tisanes.

The Malt House [Tea room]
Broad Campden; 01386 840295
Offering a selection of teas and tisanes.

CINDERFORD

Dean Heritage Centre Tea Shop [Tea room and merchant]
Soudley; 01594 822170
Heritage café and shop. Open April through October 10am to 6pm; November through March to 5pm.  

CIRENCESTER

Ann's Pantry [Tea room]
25 Market Place;  01285 644214
Upstairs seating. Cream teas served Monday through Saturday, 9.30am to 5pm.

Bomfords Deli [Tea room]
61-63 Cricklade Street;  01285 656900
Teas served Monday through Saturday, 9am to 5pm.

Keiths Coffee Shop [Tea room]
2 Black Jack Street;  01285 654717
Specialty teas served Monday through Saturday, 9am to 5pm. Indoor or courtyard seating (weather permitting).

DAYLESFORD

Café at the Farmshop at Daylesford Organics [Tea room and merchant]
Daylesford; 01608 731700 
* At a gourmet grocery in a rural area.
* Afternoon tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Outdoor seating.
Open Monday through Saturday 9am to 5pm; Sunday 10am to 4pm.  

DYRHAM PARK

Tollgate Teashop [Tea room and merchant]
Oldfield Gatehouse;  01225 891585
* Traditional English style.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
Open Tuesday through Friday, 9.30am to 5pm; Weekends 10.30am to 6.30pm (to 5.30pm in winter). Charming, small, and quaint English tearoom. Local farm clotted cream served. Scones include plain, fruit, coconut, cherry, cheese, and a breakfast scone. Tea choices include English Breakfast, Earl Grey, Darjeeling, Lapsang Souchong, and herbal infusions.

LECHLADE

Black Cat [Tea room]
High Street;  01367 252273
Open daily. Cream teas served all day.

LONGHOPE

Old Dairy Tearoom [Tea room and merchant]
Harts Barn Crafts Centre, Monmouth Road; 01452 831221
* Traditional English style in an historic or landmark building in a rural area.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, theme teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas and teabags served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Fair Trade and organic products.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties for adults during regular and extended hours; seats 32.
* Off-site catering.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* On-site parking.
Open April through October Tuesday through Sunday 9.30am to 5pm; November through March Tuesday through Sunday 10am to 4pm, including bank holidays.

 MINCHINHAMPTON

His and Hers Restaurant [Tea room]
No. 3 West End;  01453 883382
Cream teas served Tuesday through Saturday from 9.30am.

NEWENT

Good News Centre [Tea room]
High Street; 01531 821456
Tea and coffee shop located in a book shop.

Mrs Miggins [Tea room]
3 Ledbury Road;  01531 820941
At Hazlefield Nurseries. Tea indoors or on the verandah overlooking the lake. Children's play area.

NORTHLEACH

The Corner Green Teashop & Restaurant [Tea room]
01451 860240
Open Tuesday through Saturday; shorter winter hours.

PAINSWICK

The Painswick Hotel [Tea room]
Kemps Lane;  01440 1452 812160
Afternoon tea served daily, 3.30 to 5.30pm, in one of the drawing rooms, or on the terrace (weather permitting).

STANWAY

Old Bake House [Tea room]
Stanway Post Office; 01386 584204
Cream teas and specialty teas.

 STOW ON THE WOLD

Hunters Restaurant [Tea room]
Broadway;  01451 832463
Cream teas made with loose leaf teas. 

TETBURY

Crown Inn [Tea room]
Gumstool Hill;  01666 502469
* Child friendly.
Teas served daily.

Two Toads [Tea room]
Church Street; 01666 503696
* Barrier-free.
Teas served Monday through Saturday. Garden seating (weather permitting). Member of Tea Council Guild of Tea Shops.

Welcome Chair [Tea room]
Long Street;  01666 503337
Teas served Tuesday through Saturday, 9.30am to 4.30pm; shorter winter hours.

HAMPSHIRE
See separate section for Isle of Wight

BEAULIEU

Exbury Garden's Tea Rooms -- Smithy Tea Rooms [Tea room]
3 miles south of Beaulieu, Hampshire; 01703 898737
Cream teas March to October. Disabled accessible.

BROCKENHURST

The Buttery Tea Rooms [Tea room]
25 Brookley Road, Brockenhurst, Hampshire; 01590 622958
and 19-20 High St, Lymington, Hampshire; 01590 672870
Cream teas served daily.

The Brock and Bruin Tea Room [Tea room]
Brookley Road, Brockenhurst, New Forest
Teddy bear themed decorations.

BURLEY

Forest Tea House [Tea room]
Pound Lane; Burley, 01425 402305

Manor Farm Tea Rooms [Tea room]
Main Road, Burley Village, New Forest
Cream teas, open fireplace.

New Forest Gift Shop and Tearoom [Tea room and merchant]
The Old Courthouse, New Forest; 01202 482893

CHAWTON

Cassandra's Cup Tea Shop [Tea room]
Chawton, Hants, Hampshire; 01420 83144
* Cream tea.
Located across from Chawton Cottage, the only one of Jane Austen's residences open to the public.

HOLMSLEY

Old Station Tea Rooms [Tea room]
A35 at Holmsley, New Forest
Situated in the old railway station. Closed Monday.

LYNDHURST

Mad Hatter Tea Rooms [Tea room]
Lyndhurst High Street, New Forest
Alice in Wonderland theme.

MILFORD ON SEA

Polly's Pantry  [Tea room]
High Street, Milford-on-Sea, New Forest
Belgian chocolates. Decorated with a large collection of teapots.

WICKHAM

Lilly's Tea And Coffee House [Tea room]
The Square, Wickham, Hampshire; 01329 830305
* Traditional English style.
* Located in an historic or landmark building on Wickham's medieval square.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea, cream tea.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Vegetarian menu choices. 
* Child-friendly.
Open daily 10am to 4.30pm.

WINCHESTER

The Forte Tea Rooms [Tea room]
78 Parchment Street, Winchester, Hampshire; 01962 856840
* Cream tea.
* Vegetarian menu choices. 
* Iced teas.
* Smoke-free.
Open Monday through Saturday 9am to 5.30pm.

HEREFORDSHIRE

FOWNHOPE

The Green Man Inn [Tea room]
B224, Fownhope; 01432 860243
Between Ross-on-Wye and Hereford. Afternoon tea.

ISLE OF WIGHT

The Old Thatch Tea Shop [Tea room]
4 Church Road, Old Village, Shanklin, Isle of Wight; 01983 863184
Open March through October only.
* Located in a tourist area.
* Cream tea.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Seats 56.
* Outdoor seating.
* Cash only.
Open daily 10am to 5pm. Updated 9/09
Reviews of this tea room.
 

KENT

BIDDENDEN

Claris's Tea Room and Gift Shop [Tea room and merchant]
1-3 High Street, Biddenden, Kent; 01580 291025
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Outdoor seating. 
Open year 'round, Tuesday through Sunday, 10.30am to 5pm; other hours by appointment. )

BRASTED

The Village Tea Room [Tea room]
High Street, Brasted, Kent; 01959 463084
* Traditional English style.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Vegetarian menu choices. )

SITTINGBOURNE

Oad Street Centre [Tea room]
Oad Street near Borden, Sittingbourne, Kent; 01795 843130
* Traditional English style at a gift shop in a rural area.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea and teabags served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Private tea parties during regular hours; seats 75.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating. 
* On-site parking.
* Credit/debit cards.
Open daily 9.30am to 5.30pm including bank holidays. Reservations welcome.  (by info, owner) 7/09

TONBRIDGE

Quaintways Tea Rooms [Tea room and merchant]
High Street, Penshurst, Tonbridge, Kent; 01892 870272
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Traditional English style in an historic or landmark bulding.
* Teabags served in a Brown Betty teapot.
* Smoke-free.
* Private tea parties including coach parties.
* Outdoor seating.
Open Tuesday through Sunday. Gift shop. Updated 7/09

LANCASHIRE

BLACKPOOL

Jazzsong Café [Tea room]
76-80 Bolton Street, Blackpool; 01253 346857
* Art Deco style restaurant.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Private tea parties for adults.
* Live music.
Tea served Tuesday through Sunday at 2.30 and 4.15pm. Reservations suggested.

HESWALL

Roses Tea Rooms [Tea room]
23 Milner Road, Heswall, Wirral, Merseyside; 0151 342 9912
* Traditional English style.
* Located in a resort area , parallel with Telegraph Hill.
* Afternoon tea.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Smoke-free.
* Child-friendly.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Private parties.
* Off-site catering.
* Credit cards.
Open Monday through Saturday 9am to 5.30pm. Friday and Saturday evenings this becomes a Greek Cypriot restaurant featuring music and belly dancers.

LIVERPOOL

Brew Tea Bar and Lounge [Tea room and merchant]
St Paul’s Square, Old Hall Street, Liverpool
* Tea lounge/tea bar located in town commercial district. 
* Cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Tea beverages, caffeine-free selections.
* Fair Trade and organic products.
* Take-out available.
* Seats 35.
* Off-site catering.
* Internet access.
Open Monday through Friday 7am to 6.30pm; Saturday 10am to 4pm.

Hard Days Night Hotel [Tea room]
Central Buildings, North John Street, Liverpool; 0151 236 1964
* Hotel restaurant/bar located in town commercial district. 
* Afternoon tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
Tea served daily in Bar Four 10am to 5pm. Reservations recommended for afternoon tea. Beatles-themed hotel.

LEAF Tea Shop and Bar [Tea room and merchant]
27 Parliament Street, Liverpool; 0151 707 7747
* Tea lounge/tea bar in the city downtown. 
* Located in The Elevator Building at Novas Arts Centre.
* A good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Take-out available.
* Tea classes/workshops.
Open daily as a cafe during the day and a bar/club at night.

NELSON

Garden Tea Room [Tea room]
Pendle Heritage Centre, Park Hill, Barrowford, Nelson; 01282 661702
* Traditional English style in an historic or landmark building located in a cultural venue.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Afternoon tea.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* On-site parking.
Afternoon tea served daily.

ORMSKIRK

Tea Room at The Farm [Tea room]
Burscough, Nr Ormskirk; 01704 894889
* Country style at a farm shop in a rural area.
* Cream tea.
Open daily 10am to 4pm

PRESTON

The Carmen Rose [Tea room and merchant]
The Old Barn Church Street, Ribchester, Preston; 01254 820093
* Traditional English style in a rural area in an historic or landmark building.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Cream tea.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Take-out available.
* Child-friendly.
* On-site parking.

Mystery Tea House [Tea room and merchant]
23 Cannon Street, Preston; 01772 200408
* Eclectic style located in the city downtown.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* A good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in a mug.
* Caffeine-free selections.
10/09

ST. HELENS

Lily's Victorian Tea Room [Tea room]
22 Hall Street, St. Helens, Merseyside
* Cream tea.
10/09

SOUTHPORT

Darcys Tearooms [Tea room and merchant]
52 Eastbank Street, Southport; 01704 543290
* Victorian style in a resort area near Liverpool/Manchester.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, theme teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas and teabags served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Take-out available.
* Tea tastings; tea classes/workshops.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Private tea parties for adults and children during regular and extended hours.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Live music.
* Gift certificates.
* Credit cards.
Open Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday 10am to 5pm; Thursday and Friday 10am to 8pm. Closed Christmas, Boxing Day, and bank holidays. Reservations required for groups of seven or more.

MANCHESTER

CUP [Tea room and merchant]
53-55 Thomas Street, Northern Quarter, Manchester; 0161 834 2004
* Coffeehouse serving good tea.
* A good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Take-out available.
Open Monday through Friday 8am to 7pm; Saturday 10am to 6pm; Sunday 12noon to 6pm.

The Lowry Hotel [Tea room]
50 Dearmans Place, Chapel Wharf, Manchester; 0161 827 4000
* Hotel tea room.
* Afternoon tea, theme teas.
* Private tea parties.
Afternoon tea served daily in The River Bar from 3 to 5pm.

The Midland Hotel [Tea room]
Peter Street, Manchester; 0161 236 3333
* Hotel tea room/lounge in the city downtown at St Peter's Square.
* Located in an historic or landmark building.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea, cream tea.
* Tea served in a teapot.
* Private tea parties.
Tea served daily, 2.30 to 5pm, in The Octagon Lounge. Reservations recommended.

Parched Tea Bar [Tea room and merchant]
Arndale Market Food Hall, Unit FC19, 49 High Street, Manchester; 07878 12249
* Tea lounge/tea bar in a shopping mall near victoria train station.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea, teabags, and pyramid teabags served in a teapot, mug, or take-out cup.
* Iced teas, chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Bubble tea.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Fair Trade and organic products.
* Take-out available.
* Smoke-free.
* On-site parking.
* Loyalty cards.
* Cash only. 
Open Monday through Saturday 9am to 6pm; Sunday 11am to 5pm.
Reviews of this tea room.

Time for Tea [Tea room]
416 Bury New Road, Prestwich, Manchester; 0161 773 6612
* Cottage style.
* Located in a suburban area opposite Prestwich Village Methodist Church.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea and teabags served in a teapot.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Take-out available.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Private parties during and outside regular hours.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone. 
Open Tuesday through Saturday 9.30am to 5pm; Sunday 10.30am to 4.30pm. No reservations required. Patrons can choose their own teacup.

NORFOLK

HOLT

Byfords [Tea room]
Byfords, Holt, Sherringham, Norfolk; 01263 711400
* Traditional English style in a B&B or inn.
* Located in town historic district.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, etc. are fine.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea and teabags served in a teapot.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Internet access.
* Credit cards.

NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

KETTERING

Glebe Farm Shop [Tea room]
Rothwell Road, Kettering, Northants; 01536 513849
Cream teas Sunday only. Tea room at farm produce and garden shop.

NORTHUMBERLAND

CORBRIDGE

Brockbushes Farm [Tea room and merchant]
Corbridge, Northumberland; 01434 633100
* Located at a farm market in a rural area.
* Afternoon tea.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Barrier-free.
* Private tea parties.
* Outdoor seating.
* On-site parking.
Tea room open daily 9.30am to 5.30pm.

ETAL

The Lavender Tearooms [Tea room]
The Post Office and Village Shop, Etal, Northumberland; 01890 820777
* Located in a historic/cultural venue.
Open daily 8am to 6pm. Teas, light meals, snacks.

HEXHAM

Simonburn Tearooms [Tea room]
The Mains, Simonburn, Hexham, Northumberland; 01434 681321
* Traditional English style at a B&B or inn.
* Located in a rural area near Hadrian's wall.
* Afternoon tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Tea served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Organic products.
* Barrier-free.
* Private tea parties; seats 22 indoors, 26 outdoors.
* Outdoor seating.
* Gift certificates.

NOTTINGHAMSHIRE

GREASLEY

Mintons Tea Room [Tea room]
St. Mary's Church Hall, 100 Church Road, Greasley, Nottinghamshire; 01773 710426
* Traditional English style.
* Afternoon tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Tea served in a teapot.
* Private tea parties.
* Outdoor seating.
Reservations suggested for groups of seven or more.

LONG EATON

The Lock House Tea Rooms [Tea room]
The Lock House, Trent Lock, Lock Lane, Long Eaton, Nottinghamshire; 01159 722288
* Traditional English style in a historic or landmark building.
* Stand-alone tea room located in town historic district.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, etc. are fine.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, theme teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas and teabags served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Fair Trade products.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Private parties for adults during and outside regular hours.
* Outdoor seating.
* Credit cards.
Winter hours: Wednesday through Friday 10am to 4pm; Saturday and Sunday to 5pm. Summer hours: Wednesday through Friday 10am to 5pm; Saturday and Sunday to 6pm. Reservations required for groups. Canalside at the junction of Trent River and Erewash Canal. Large selection of teas. 

MANSFIELD

White Lady Restaurant & Tea Rooms [Tea room]
Newstead Abbey, Mansfield; 01623 797392

NOTTINGHAM

The Walk [Tea room]
12 Bridlesmith Walk, Nottingham
* Contemporary English style in King John's Arcade off Fletcher Gate.
* Stand-alone tea room located in the city centre.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea, cream tea, dessert tea.
* Loose leaf teas and teabags served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Outdoor seating.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Credit cards.

NEWARK

Ollerton Watermill Tea Shop [Tea room]
Market Place, Ollerton, Newark, Nottinghamshire; 01623 822469
* Traditional English style.
* Located in an historic or landmark building in a historic/cultural venue.
* Private parties outside regular hours.
* On-site parking.
Open March to mid-December only. Hours Wednesday through Sunday 10.30am to 4.45pm. Temporarily closed due to illness; scheduled to reopen spring 2006. Admission fee for mill only. 

TUXFORD

Ollerton Watermill Tea Shop [Tea room]
Tuxford Windmill, Retford Road, Tuxford, Nottinghamshire; 01777-871202
* Traditional English style at a produce market/historical venue.
* Cream tea, dessert tea.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Fair Trade products.
* Child-friendly.
* Private parties outside regular hours.
* Outdoor seating.
* On-site parking.
Open Thursday through Monday 10am to 4.30pm. Working windmill and grain mill. 7/09  

SHROPSHIRE

IRONBRIDGE

Tea Emporium Ltd. [Tea room and merchant]
7-9 The Square, Ironbridge, Telford, Shropshire; 01952 433 302
* Victorian style in an historic or landmark building.
* Located in a shopping "village" or "village shops."
* Dress casual but neat.
* Cream, dessert tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Seats 25.
* Credit cards.
(by sooz-/c) 11/09

LUDLOW

1086 Restaurant at Ludlow Castle [Tea room]
Ludlow Castle, Ludlow, Shropshire; 01584 878796
* Located in an historic or landmark building.
* Cream tea.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Outdoor seating.

SOMERSET
See separate section for Bristol

BATH

The Pump Room Restaurant [Tea room]
Abbey Churchyard, Bath, North East Somerset; 01225 444477 
* Afternoon tea, cream tea.
* Credit cards.
* Child-friendly.
18th century style tea room. Natural spring water feeds the Roman baths and is said to have curative properties. Open daily, 9.30am to 4.30pm.

Sally Lunn's Tea Rooms [Tea room]
4 North Parade Passage, Bath, North East Somerset; 01225 461634
* Credit cards.
Located in the oldest known house in Bath, dating to 1492. Home of the famous Sally Lunn Bun introduced in the 1680s. Open Monday through Saturday, 10am to 9pm; Sunday 11am to 4pm.
Reviews of this tea room.

Tai Tai Teahouse [Tea room]
51 Walcot Street, Bath, North East Somerset; 01225 444122
* A good cuppa any time.
* Smoke-free.
* Credit cards.
Asian style tea room with gongfu tea ceremony demonstrations for groups up to six by reservation only. Open Monday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm.

DUNSTER

Tessa's B&B + Tea Shop [Tea room]
The Olde House, 13 High Street, Dunster, Somerset; 01643 821231
* Traditional English style in an historic or landmark building.
* Located at a B&B in town historic district in Exmoor National Park.
* Cream tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Organic products.
* Take-out available.
* Seats 40.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* Credit/debit cards.

HINTON ST GEORGE

Dorothy's Tea Room [Tea room]
84 West Street, Hinton St George, Somerset; 01460 72355
* Victorian English style in an historic or landmark building.
* Cream tea, dessert tea.
* Loose leaf tea and teabags served in a teapot.

MONTACUTE

Montacute Country Tearooms [Tea room]
1 South Street, Montacute, Somerset; 01935 823024
* Traditional English style.
* Cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea and teabags served in a teapot.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Private tea parties; seats 50.
* Outdoor seating.

SOUTH PETHERTON

East Lambrook Manor Gardens [Tea room]
South Petherton, Somerset; 01460 240328
* Located in an historic or landmark building at a cultural venue.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea.
* Barrier-free.
Open daily (except Christmas and New Year's) 10am to 5pm. Admission fee for access to the gardens but not to the tea shop.

TRISCOMBE

Stable Cottage [Tea room]
Triscombe, Somerset; 01984 618239
Situated at the foot of Will's Neck in the beautiful Quantock Hills about 10 miles from Taunton. Open from 2 to 5.30pm daily, from Easter through the end of October; November to Easter, open weekends only, 2 to 5pm. Three separate rooms for serving teas; garden available in summer when weather permits.

STAFFORDSHIRE

HALFPENNY GREEN

Halfpenny Green Vineyards [Tea room]
Tom Lane, Halfpenny Green, South Staffordshire; 01384 221122
* Traditional English style at a vineyard.
* Cream tea, dessert tea.
Conservatory tea room. Winery tours

SUFFOLK

BURY ST EDMUNDS

Harriets Cafe & Tearooms [Tea room and merchant]
57 Cornhill Buildings, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk; 01284 756256 
* Traditional English style.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea.
* Take-out available.
* Private tea parties.
Open Monday through Wednesday 9am to 5.30pm; Thursday through Saturday 9am to 9pm; Sunday 10am to 5.30pm.

EYE

The Ivy House [Tea room]
Wilby Road, Stadbroke, Eye, Suffolk; 01379 384634 
* Traditional English style at a pub.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Take-out available.
* Smoke-free.
* Outdoor seating.
* On-site parking.
Tea served weekends from 2.30pm. Additional days during the summer.

SURREY

BOOKHAM

Julie's Tea Shop [Tea room]
24 Church Road, Bookham, Surrey; 07818 494 027 
* English country style at a gift shop.
* Cream tea.
* Teabags and pyramid teabags served in a teapot.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
Open Tuesday through Saturday 9.30am to 5pm. Afternoon tea served after 2pm; reservations suggested. 9/09

EGHAM

Magna Carta Tea Room [Tea room]
Windsor Road, Runnymede, Egham, Surrey; 01784 477110 
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* English tea service.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Barrier-free; child-friendly.
* Credit cards.
Open November, December, and January, 9am to 4pm (New Year's Day 11am to 3pm); February and October 9am to 4.30pm; March and April 9am to 5pm; May through September 8.30am to 5.30pm.  9:00-4:00 (New Year's Day 11:00-3:00). Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Otherwise open throughout all holidays

KEW

The Parish Church of St. Anne's [Tea room]
Kew Green, Kew, Surrey; 0208 940 4616 
* Cream tea.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
Cream teas are served in the Church Hall on Sundays throughout the summer from 1.30 to 5.30pm. Everything is homemade, and sandwiches are also offered. In fine weather tables are available in the churchyard with views of the cricket on Kew Green. There are also concerts in the church on some afternoons.

MERSTHAM

Fanny's Farm Shop [Tea room and merchant]
Markedge Lane, Gatton Bottom Road, Merstham, Surrey; 01737 554444
* Traditional English style at a farm market.
* Cream tea.
* Loose leaf tea and teabags served in a teapot.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties for adults and children; seats 12.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
Tea served daily 9am to 5pm. Reservations required. Tea room is located in a tree house; access requires climbing a ladder.

RICHMOND

Tea Box [Tea room and merchant]
7 Paradise Road, Richmond, Surrey 
* Bistro style.
* Loose leaf teas.

Teahouse at Petersham Nurseries [Tea room]
Off Petersham Road, Richmond, Surrey; 0208 605 3627 
* In a garden centre or nursery near Petersham Meadows. 
* Cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Cash only.
Open Sunday and Monday 11am to 4.30pm; Tuesday through Saturday 10am to 4.30pm.

Pembroke Lodge [Tea room]
Richmond Park, Surrey; 0208 940 8207 
* Cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* English tea service.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Barrier-free.
* Private parties for adults.
* Credit cards.
Cream teas served with Rodda's clotted cream. Pembroke Lodge, a Grade II listed Georgiam mansion, is situated in Richmond Park, the largest and -- to many -- the most beautiful Park in London, as it comprises some 2500 acres of totally unspoilt classic English parkland. Pembroke Lodge itself sits within 11 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds which are planted all year round

SUSSEX

ARUNDEL

Amberley Castle [Tea room]
Amberley, near Arundel, West Sussex; 01798 831992 
* Located in an historic or landmark building in a B&B or inn.
* Dress casual but neat - No jeans, please!
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea.
* Outdoor seating.
Tea served to the public Monday through Thursday from 3.30 to 4.30pm. Reservations required for non-residents.

BRIGHTON

The De Vere Grand Brighton [Tea room]
King's Road, Brighton, Sussex; 01273 224300
* Traditional English style.
* Hotel tea in a resort area.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Internet access.
* Credit cards.
Tea served daily in Victoria Lounge. 

Madame Geisha [Tea room]
75-79 East Street, Brighton, Sussex; 01273 770847
* Contemporary Pan-Asian bar/restaurant in an historic or landmark building located on the waterfront.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Dim sum tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Chai, other tea beverages, caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Child-friendly.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Internet access.
* Credit cards.
Open daily 11am "until late." 10/09

The Mock Turtle [Tea room]
4 Pool Valley, Brighton, Sussex; 01273 327380
* Traditional English ambiance.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Tea served in a teapot.
* Outdoor seating.
* Credit cards.
Egon Ronay recommended -- extremely popular

CHICHESTER

The Buttery at the Crypt [Tea room]
12a South Street, Chichester, West Sussex; 01243 537033 
* Traditional English style in an historic or landmark building.
* Located next to Chichester Cathedral.
* Cream tea, dessert tea.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Seats 60.
Open Monday through Saturday 8.30am to 5pm; Sunday 10am to 4pm.

St. Martin's Tea Rooms [Tea room]
3 St. Martin's Street, Chichester, West Sussex; 01243 786715 
* Traditional English style in an historic or landmark building.
* Cream tea, dessert tea.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Veg*n menu choices.
* Organic products.
Open 9am to 6pm; closed Sundays. Mostly vegetarian menu

Shepherds Tea Rooms [Tea room and merchant]
35, Little London, Chichester, West Sussex; 01243 774900
Formerly Shepherds Tea Rooms.

EAST GRINSTEAD

Nizam Tea Lounge [Tea room]
42-44 High Street, East Grinstead, West Sussex; 0044 1342 323462
* Traditional English style at an Indian restaurant in town historic district.
* Located in an historic or landmark building 6 miles from Gatwick Airport.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Cream tea, dessert tea, theme teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Iced teas, caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Fair Trade products.
* Take-out available.
* Tea tastings.
* Smoke-free.
* Private tea parties for adults during regular hours; seats 100.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Credit/debit cards.
Open Tuesday through Sunday 10am to 4pm. Cream tea served 2.30 to 4pm. (by John O'Brien, marketing manager) 7/09

HASTINGS

Katie's Pantry [Tea room and merchant]
31 George Street, Hastings, East Sussex; 01424 425821
* Traditional English style in an historic or landmark building.
* Located in town historic district near Hastings Castle.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, theme teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas and teabags served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Take-out available.
* Smoke-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties for adults and children during regular hours; seats 50.
* Off-site catering.
* Tea tastings.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* Internet access.
* Gift certificates.
Hours beginning of November through Easter: Tuesday through Friday 10am to 4pm; Saturday and Sunday 10am to 5.30pm. Summer hours: Open daily 9am to 6pm. Reservations accepted.

RYE

Fletcher's Tea Rooms [Tea room]
2 Lion Street, Hastings, East Sussex; 01797 222 227
* Traditional English style in an historic or landmark building.
* Located near Lamb House National Trust property.
* Cream tea.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Take-out available.
* Private tea parties for adults.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
Open daily. 8/09

TURNERS HILL

The Farmhouse Kitchen at Tulley's Farm [Tea room]
Turners Hill Road, Turners Hill; 01327 18473
Near Crawley in West Sussex. Tea all day and afternoon tea.

WINCHELSEA

The Tea Tree [Tea room and merchant]
12 High Street, Winchelsea, East Sussex;  01797 226102
Tea services include cream tea and afternoon tea. Loose tea for sale in gift shop. Building dates to fifteenth century.

WISTON

Wiston Tea Room & Garden [Tea room]
Water Lane, Wiston, Sussex; 01903 892330

TYNE AND WEAR

SOUTH SHIELDS

Jesmond Dene House [Tea room]
Jesmond Dene Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear; 0191 212 3000
* Arts & Crafts style at a boutique hotel.
* Located in an historic or landmark building in a rural area.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea, cream tea.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Special diets with advance notice.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
Tea served daily, 3 to 5.30pm, in the Billiard Room. Reservations recommended. 10/09

Matfen Hall [Tea room]
Matfen, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear; 01661 886 500
* Old World style lounge at a resort hotel.
* Located in an historic or landmark building in a rural area.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Organic products.
* Private tea parties for adults; seats 30.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
Tea served Monday through Saturday 2.30 to 5.30pm and Sunday 4.30 to 5.30pm in The Drawing Room. 8/09

Parkside Guest House [Tea room]
6 Seafield Terrace, South Shields, Tyne and Wear; 0191 455 1621
* Traditional English style in an historic or landmark building.
* Located at a B&B overlooking Marine Park near the town centre.
* Cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.

WARWICKSHIRE

WARWICK

Thomas Oken Tea Rooms [Tea room and merchant]
20 Castle Street, Warwick; 01926 499307
* Traditional English style in an historic or landmark building.
* Located next to the castle.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Iced teas, caffeine-free selections.
* Private tea parties.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Loyalty cards.
Open Monday through Friday 10am to 5.30pm, Saturday and Sunday 10am to 6pm. 9/09 

WILTSHIRE

BRADFORD ON AVON

Granny Mo's Tea Room [Tea room]
The Old Wharf Building, Frome Road, Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire; 01225 867515
* Kitsch style in an historic or landmark building.
* Located in town historic district near kennet & avon canal.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Cream tea, dessert tea, theme teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Tea served in a teapot or mug.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Fair Trade products.
* Take-out available.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties for adults outside regular hours.
* Off-site catering.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* On-site parking.
Summer hours 9am 'til late; winter hours 10am 'til late afternoon. Local crafts.

The Bridge Tea Rooms [Tea room]
25A Bridge Street, Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire; 01225 865537
* Victorian style in an historic or landmark building.
* Dress-up and costumes welcome.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Smoke-free.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone. 
Open Monday through Friday 9.30am to 5pm; Saturday 9.30am to 5.30pm; Sunday 12noon to 5.30pm. No dogs, please.

CHIPPENHAM

Fosse Farmhouse Country Hotel & Restaurant [Tea room]
Nettleton Shrub, Nettleton (near Chippenham), Wiltshire; 01249 782286
Afternoon cream teas, served on the lawn in good weather.

Dutch Cottage Tea Rooms [Tea room]
56 St. Mary Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire; 01249 465993
* Old World style in an historic or landmark building.
* Located in town historic district near Bath.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices; special diets with advance notice.
* Tea tastings.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Private tea parties for adults during regular and extended hours; seats 65.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone. 
* Outdoor seating.
* Gift certificates.
* Credit/debit cards.
Open 9.30am to 5pm. 

WOOTON BASSETT

The Town Hall Tea Rooms [Tea room]
27 High Street, Wootton Bassett, Wiltshire; 01793 854507
* Traditional English style in town historic district near town hall.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Teabags served in a teapot or take-out cup.
* Special diets with advance notice.
* Take-out available.
* Smoke-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties for adults and children during regular and extended hours; seats 28.
* Off-site catering.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone. 
* Outdoor seating.
* Cash only.
Open Monday through Saturday 8am to 4pm.

WORCESTERSHIRE

BROADWAY

Barn Owl Bar at Dormy House Hotel [Tea room]
Willersey Hill, Broadway, Worcestershire; 01386 852711 
Call ahead for a cup of tea to sip while relaxing in front of the fireplace.

Tisanes Tearooms [Tea room]
Cotswold House, 21 The Green, Broadway, Worcestershire; 01386 853296 / 852112
* Traditional English style.
* Located in a rural area near Broadway Tower.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
Open daily 10am to 5pm; closed Christmas Day. No reservations.

MALVERN

The Kettle Sings [Tea room]
Jubilee Drive, Upper Colwall, Malvern; 01684 540244
* Traditional English style in an historic or landmark building.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea.
* Teas served in a teapot.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone. 

YORKSHIRE

BRIDLINGTON

Clock Tower Tea Rooms [Tea room]
Sewerby Hall and Gardens, Bridlington; 01262 605287
Open February through October only.
* Located at a cultural venue.
* Afternoon tea.
* Barrier-free.
* Private tea parties.
* Outdoor seating.

HARROGATE

Betty's Café Tea Room [Tea room and merchant]
1 Parliament Street, Harrogate, North Yorkshire; 01423 502746
Open 9am to 9pm daily. Pianist every evening from 6 to 9pm.

Catwalk Café [Tea room]
18 Montpellier Parade; 01423 567127
Afternoon tea. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 9am to 5.30pm; Sunday 10am to 4.30pm.

Jenny's Tea Rooms [Tea room]
7 Montpellier Mews; 01423 525554
Afternoon tea, homemade cakes. Open Monday through Saturday, 10am to 5.30pm.

Le Jardin Café & Cellar Room [Tea room]
7 Montpellier Parade; 01423 507323
Afternoon tea. Open Monday through Saturday, 10am to 5pm.

Parliament Café [Tea room]
Edinburgh Woollen Mill, Parliament Street; 01423 566570 
"Luxury tea." Non-smoking. Open Monday through Saturday, 9am to 5pm; Sundays 11am to 4pm.

The Promenade Rooms [Tea room]
33 Montpellier Parade; 01423 569691
Afternoon tea; take-out. Open daily, 8.30am to 5.30pm.

The Promender [Tea room]
39 Swan Road; 01423 507876
Afternoon tea, take-out orders. Open daily, 10am to 5pm.

The Tea Room [Tea room and merchant]
Westminster Arcade, 1st Floor, Parliament Street; 01423 506663
Afternoon teas, cakes, fine teas served and sold. Hours Tuesday through Friday, 9.30am to 4.30pm; Saturday to 5pm.

The Tent Room at Ottaways' Casa Fina [Tea room]
21 West Park; 01423 505871
Afternoon tea. Non-smoking. Open Monday through Saturday, 10am to 5pm.

Woolworths [Tea room]
Cambridge Street; 01423 565800
Afternoon teas; tea and cakes any time. Child-friendly; non-smoking area. Hours Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm; weekends to 6pm.

HELMSLEY

The Black Swan Hotel [Tea room]
Market Place, Helmsley, Yorkshire; 01439 770446
* Traditional English style hotel restaurant/tea room near North York Moors National Park.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea, cream tea, dessert tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
Tea served daily. Reservations suggested for afternoon tea.

ILKLEY

Betty's Café Tea Room [Tea room and merchant]
32 The Grove, Ilkley, West Yorkshire; 01943 608029
Open 9am to 6pm daily.

KNARESBOROUGH

Henshaws Arts & Crafts Centre Tearoom [Tea room]
Conyngham Hall Grounds, Bond End; 01423 541888
Open daily 10am to 4pm.

Hermitage Cafe & Tea Garden [Tea room]
10 Waterside; 01423 863349 
Open daily 2 to 5pm except Friday, Easter through October. 

John Farrah's Lavender Tea Rooms [Tea room]
16 Market Place; 01423 860555
Hours Monday through Saturday, 10am to 4.30pm; Sunday from 11am. Longer hours in the high season. Menu uses all local produce. Specialty is Lavender and Lemon Scones.

Kirkgate Koffee Pot [Tea room]
17 Kirkgate; 01423 862704
Non-smoking. Open Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday only, 11.30am to 5pm.

Knaresborough Boathouse [Tea room]
2 Waterside; 01423 862105
Afternoon teas; private parties. Open daily, 10am to 5pm.

The Loft Tearooms [Tea room]
Green Dragon Yard, Castlegate; 01423 860949
1930s style tearoom. Open daily except Thursday, 9am to 5pm.

Pollyannas Tea Rooms [Tea room]
Jockey Lane, off High Street; 01423 869208
Vegetarian menu choices. Closed Thursdays; open daily 10am to 4.30pm; Sundays 12noon to 5pm.

Polly's Pantry at Moorland Nurseries [Tea room]
Forest Moor Road (near Knaresborough); 01423 869964 
Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 5pm; Sundays to 4.30pm.

Prudames [Tea room]
9 Silver Street; 01423 863143
Teas and light meals. Open weekdays and Saturday 8.30am to 4.30pm; Sundays 10am to 4pm.

Rascals [Tea room]
29 Waterside; 01423 863606
Afternoon teas. Open daily, 11am to 5pm; extended hours in the high season.

Riverside Café On the Waterside [Tea room]
01423 865981 / 884301
Afternoon tea. Open weekdays 10.30am to 5pm; weekends 9.30am to 6pm. Shorter hours in winter season.

The Tipsy Lintel [Tea room]
24 High Street; 01423 868674
Afternoon teas, tea and cakes all day. Open daily except Fridays, 9.30am to 4pm.

NORTHALLERTON

Betty's Café Tea Room [Tea room and merchant]
188 High Street, Northallerton, North Yorkshire; 01609 775154
9am to 5.30pm Monday through Saturday; 10am to 5.30pm Sunday.

Centenary Tea Room [Tea room and merchant]
Lewis & Cooper Ltd., 92 High Street, Northallerton, North Yorkshire; 01609 772880
* Traditional British style at a gourmet foods shop in an historic or landmark building.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Cream tea, dessert tea.
* Teabags and pyramid teabags served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Private tea parties.
Tea served Monday through Saturday 11am to 5pm. Reservations accepted. Shop open Monday through Friday 8.30am to 5.30pm; Saturday 8am to 5.30pm; Sunday and bank holidays 10am to 4pm; extended Xmas hours.

PATELEY BRIDGE

Apothecary's House [Tea room]
37 High Street; 01423 711767
Afternoon tea. Open daily 10am to 5pm; Sundays from 11am. Closed Thursdays in winter season.

Barbara's Tea Rooms [Tea room]
Park View; 01423 711013
Open daily 9.30am to 5.30pm; extended summer hours. 

Riverside Tea Rooms [Tea room]
Riverside, Nidd Walk; 01423 711152 
Hours 10am to 5pm. Open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and weekends in summer; weekends only from November to March.

PICKERING

Mrs Rumage's Tea Shop [Tea room]
26 Hungate, Pickering; 01751 477664

RIPON

Cornbell Coffee House [Tea room]
84 North Street; 01765 604724
Afternoon teas, tea and snacks any time. Open daily 9am to 5pm.

Ladies World Coffee Shop [Tea room]
15 North Street; 01765 607027
Open daily except Sunday, 9.30am to 4.30pm.

Poppies [Tea room]
Ripon Small Shops Arcade, Duck Hill; 01765 605283
Afternoon tea. Open daily except Sunday, 9am to 4pm; extended summer hours.

Yesteryear Tea Shoppe & Curios [Tea room and merchant]
6/7 High Skellgate; 01765 607801
Open daily, 9am to 7pm.

SKIPSEA

The Grainary [Tea room]
Skipsea Grange, Hornsea Road, Skipsea, East Yorkshire; 01262 468745
Children welcome; toys and separate menu provided. Special diets, including vegetarian, and requests for special dishes accommodated with 24 hours notice. Seven guest rooms with tea-making facilities; two are wheelchair accessible. Open daily 7am to 7pm.

THRUSCROSS

Stonehouse Inn [Tea room]
01943-880-325
* A good cuppa any time.
* Fair Trade products.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
In Washburn Valley near Harrogate. `

WHITBY

Elizabeth Botham & Sons Ltd. [Tea room]
35-39 Skinner Street, Whitby, North Yorkshire; 01947 602823
Cream tea, afternoon tea, sweets and savouries. 

YORK

Betty's Café Tea Room [Tea room and merchant]
6-8 St. Helens Square; 01904 659142
Open 9am to 9pm daily. Pianist every evening from 6 to 9pm.

Chestnut House Tea Shop [Tea room]
Chestnut House, Filey Road; 01723 891142

Daffy Caffy [Tea room]
High Mill House, Church Houses; 01751 430363

Grays Court [Tea room]
York, North Yorkshire
* Historic or landmark building located just inside the city walls near Monks Bar.
* Cream tea, dessert tea.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Outdoor seating.
7/09

Little Betty's Café Tea Room [Tea room]
46 Stonegate; 01904 659142
9am to 5.30pm daily.

Middlethorpe Hall Hotel, Restaurant, and Spa [Tea room]
Bishopthorpe Road; 01904 641241
* Historic or landmark building.
* Casual but neat - No jeans, please!
* Afternoon tea.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
English afternoon tea served daily from 3 to 6pm in the drawing room. Taylors of Harrogate teas.

Red's Café Tea Rooms [Tea room]
30-32 High Petergate; 01904 655344

Sally Anns [Tea room]
28 Colliergate; 01904 631662

The Old Tea House [Tea room]
699 Oldpark Road, Belfast, County Antrim; 028 90721568 M

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Edinburgh

Balmoral Hotel [Tea room]
1 Princes Street; 0131 556 2414
Traditional afternoon tea and à la carte served with live harp music in The Bar at Palm Court. 3F

Caledonian Hilton Hotel [Tea room]
Princes Street; 44 0 131 222-8888
* Scottish style hotel tea room.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea.
* Child-friendly.
* Credit cards.
Afternoon tea served daily from 3 to 5.30pm in Castle Suite Lounge. Children welcome when accompanied by an adult. 9/06 

Chai: Adventures in Tea [Tea room and merchant]
3A Merchant Street; 0131 4771838
* Eurasian style near Greyfriars Bobby.
* A good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Alcoholic tea drinks.
* Internet access.
* Live music.
* Credit cards.
Open daily 11am "till late." Full-service restaurant. 12/06 

Chai Teahouse [Tea room and merchant]
9 West Richmond Street; 0131 662 0990
* Eurasian style.
* A good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Internet access.
* Credit cards.
Open Monday through Saturday 11am to 5.30pm. Smaller shop. 12/06 

Crowne Plaza Hotel [Tea room]
80 High Street, The Royal Mile; 800 027 1022 (UK) or 44 0131 473 6590
Sumptuous traditional afternoon tea served in Dickson's Lounge & Bar. Reservations suggested. 3F

Eteaket Tea Boutique [Tea room and merchant]
41 Frederick Street; 0131 226 2982
* Contemporary style in the city downtown.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Tea beverages, caffeine-free selections.
* Take-out available.
* Tea tastings.
* Private tea parties for adults.
Open Monday through Friday 8am to 6pm; Saturday 9am to 6pm; Sunday 10am to 6pm. 3/09

Forsyth's Tea Room [Tea room]
81 High Street; 0131-557 5150
* Traditional Scottish style located in Old Town in a close off Royal Mile.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea.
* Teas served in a teapot.
2/08

Hector's [Tea room]
47 Deanhaugh Street; 0131 332 5328
Trendy café offers a wide selection of teas and a varied menu including vegetarian haggis. Open daily from 11am to 12midnight. M

The Howard Hotel [Tea room]
34 Great King Street; 0131 315 2220
Afternoon tea served daily, 2 to 5pm, in the Drawing Room, with or without champagne. 3F

Kaffe Politik [Tea room]
146-148 Marchmont Road; 0131 446 9873
Stylish café with a large selection of specialty teas. Light meals and sweets. Open daily, 10am to 10pm. M

Lynn's Chai Tea House [Tea room and merchant]
9 West Richmond Street; 0131 662 0990
* Eurasian style.
* A good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Live music.
* Internet access.
Open Monday through Saturday 10am to 6pm; Thursday to 7pm; Sunday 12noon to 6pm.  M

Loopy Lorna's Tea House [Tea room]
370-372 Morningside Road; 0131 447 9217
* Cornish country style.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Child-friendly.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
Open daily 9am to 6pm. 5/09 

Royal Deck Tea Room [Tea room]
The Royal Yacht Britannia, Ocean Terminal, Leith; 44-131-555-5566
* Traditional English style at a cultural/historic venue in a waterfront location.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Child-friendly.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Private tea parties.
Open daily 11am with last seating at 4pm; July and August open 10.30am with last seating at 4.30pm. No reservations: first-come, first-serve seating. British royal family's former yacht. Tours available. 8/09

The Salon - Plaisir du Chocolat [Tea room and merchant]
251-253 Canongate, The Royal Mile; 0131 556-9524
Open daily 10am to 6pm. Afternoon tea served Tuesday through Sunday. Tea and sweets, specializing in chocolate, available à la carte all day. 3H  Updated 11/6

The Tea Room [Tea room and merchant]
158 Canongate, The Royal Mile; 0044-777-150-1679
* Traditional Scottish style.
* Located in town historic district.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa anytime.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
Open daily 10am to 4.30pm; closed Wednesdays in winter. Reservations taken for groups only. Cream and afternoon teas served with clotted cream produced in Scotland from a herd of Jersey cows. (by owner) #

Valvona & Crolla [Tea room]
19 Elm Row, Edinburgh; 0131 556-6066
Afternoon tea served daily in the Café Bar. 3H
 

Elsewhere in Scotland ...

Ardanaiseig Hotel [Tea room]
Kilchrenan by Taynuilt, Argyll; 44-0-1866-833-333
* Hotel restaurant or lounge.
* Located in an historic or landmark building in a resort area.
* Afternoon tea.
* Outdoor seating.
Tea served daily indoors or on the croquet field. Luxury hotel. 11/6

Coach House Coffee Shop Luss [Tea room]
Loch Lomond, Argyll; 44-0-1436-860-341
* Scottish style.
Tea and baked goods served daily. 11/6

Armstrong's Scottish Tea Room [Tea room]
24 Bridge Street, Dollar; 01259-743102
01/01

Smiths at Gretna Green Hotel [Tea room]
Gretna Green, Dumfries & Galloway; 0845 367 6768
* Hotel tea room.
* Afternoon tea. <

Cameron House Hotel [Tea room]
Loch Lomond, Dunbartonshire
Traditional Scottish afternoon tea served in the elegant Drawing Room with panoramic views of the loch. 3F

The Gleneagles Hotel [Tea room]
Auchterarder, Perthshire; 800-389-3737 (UK); 866-881-9525 (USA); or 44-0-1764-662231
Afternoon tea served daily, 2.30 to 5pm. Teas -- a wide variety -- with sweets and savouries in the Scottish tradition served in The Bar; Scottish Malt Whiskey to complement the teas is optional. 3F

Kind Kyttocks Kitchen [Tea room]
Cross Wynd, Falkland, Cupar, Fife; 01337 857 477
* Cottage style Scottish tea room.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Child-friendly.
* On-site parking.
* Credit cards.
Light meals, baked goods.

Brewhaha [Tea room and merchant]
Buchanan Galleries, Glasgow; 0141-353-1763
* Contemporary style in the city downtown.
* Cream tea.
* Loose leaf tea and teabags served in teapot or teacup.
* Caffeine-free selections. 7/09

The Cupping Salon [Tea room]
51 Princes Square, Glasgow; 0141-229-0386
* Traditional Scottish style located in a shopping mall.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Off-site catering. <

Moyra Jane's [Tea room]
20 Kildrostan Street, Pollockshields, Glasgow; 44 141 423 5628
Traditional afternoon tea served daily except Sunday. M

One Devonshire Gardens [Tea room]
1 Devonshire Gardens, Glasgow; 44 141 339 2001
* Victorian style hotel tea room.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea.
* Private tea parties.
Tea served daily in the drawing room from 2 to 4.30pm. First Sunday of each month is Pink Afternoon (Royal) Tea to benefit breast cancer care. Reservations recommended for all teas.<

Tchai-Ovna House of Tea [Tea room and merchant]
42 Otago Lane, Glasgow; 44 141 357 4524
* Old World style tea and hookah lounge located near Glasgow University.
* A good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Veg*n menu choices.
* Outdoor seating.
* Live music.
Updated 12/08

Whittard of Chelsea [Tea merchant]
136 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow
95 Buchanan Street; 44 141 204 0819
Wide selection of specialty teas, teapots, and accessories. Open Monday through Saturday, 9am to 6; Sundays 12noon to 5pm. M

Willow Tea Rooms [Tea room]
217 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow; 44 0141 332 0521
97 Buchanan Street, Glasgow; 44 0141 204 5242
* Scottish style.
* Located in the city downtown.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Iced teas, caffeine-free selections.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties.
Open Monday through Saturday, 9am to 5pm; Sundays from 11am to 4.15pm. Afternoon tea served all day. Designed by Mackintosh especially for the genteel Miss Kate Cranston, whose memoirs are sold here. M@

R34 Restaurant [Tea room]
Green Rock Road, Inchinnan; 44-0141-533-4069
* Retro style building, traditional Scottish tea service.
* Located adjacent to Glasgow International Airport.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea.
* Tea served in a teapot.
* Private tea parties.
* Barrier-free.
Tea served Monday through Friday 2 to 4.30pm. 3/09 

1745 Cottage Restaurant at Traquair House [Tea room]
Interleithen, Peeblesshire; 44 0 1896 830323
Open April through October.
* Scottish style at a B&B in an historic or landmark building 30 miles south of Edinburgh.
* Cream tea.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Special diets with advance notice.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties; seats 50.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
Reservations recommended except for overnight guests. A former home of Mary Stuart and still occupied by the Stuart family. 3/09

The Caledonian Hotel [Tea room and merchant]
A82, Fort Augustus, Loch Ness, Inverness-shire; 01320 366256
* Located in a hotel.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, etc. are fine.
* Afternoon tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas and teabags served in a teapot.
* Smoke-free.
* On-site parking.
* Credit cards.
Sunday afternoon teas served 2 to 4pm during June, July, and August. Reservations required for large groups. (by Sophie's Tea, employee) *

Macdonald Marine Hotel & Spa [Tea room]
Cromwell Road, North Berwick; 0870 400 8129
* Scottish style tea room at a resort hotel.
* Afternoon tea.
Tea served daily in The Seaview Lounge. 11/6

House of Bruar [Tea merchant]
Perthshire; +44 1796 483 374
Large gift/gourmet shop with expansive offerings of British packaged teas (loose leaf and teabags). 11/6

Stables Tea Room at Hopetoun House Preservation Trust [Tea room]
South Queensferry, West Lothian; 0131-331-3661
* Scottish style tea room located in a cultural or historic venue.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, royal tea.
* Barrier-free.
* Private parties.
Open daily from mid-April to end of September. Hours 11am to 5.30pm. Reservations suggested.  Free admittance to tea room only; additional fee to view the house and/or grounds. /

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Bishop's Emporium and Tea Room [Tea room and merchant]
28/30 High Street, Llandaff, Cardiff ; 44 29 2055 2856
Tea, cakes, and light meals served in the tea room. A selection of packaged teas available in the shop. Open daily except Sunday, 9am to 5pm. M 

Candles Café [Tea room]
28-29 Morgan Arcade, St Mary Street, Cardiff ; 44 29 2039 8764
Afternoon tea or a good cuppa anytime. Specialty teas and infusions served in individual teapots. Cakes, pastries, light meals. Open daily except Sunday, 10am to 5.30pm. M 

Hilton Cardiff [Tea room]
Kingsway, Cardiff ; 44 29 2064 6300
* Dress casual but neat- No jeans, please!
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea.
* Child-friendly.
* Credit cards.
Tea served daily in Razzi Piano Bar. 5/7

Howells of Cardiff Food Hall [Tea merchant]
14 St Mary Street, Cardiff ; 44 29 2023 1055
Food hall located within Howells department store. Good selection of packaged (mostly British) teas. Open weekdays, 9am to 6pm, Thursdays to 8pm; Sundays, 11am to 5pm. M 

Lightship 2000 [Tea room]
Waterfront Park, Harbour Drive, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff ; 44 29 2048 7609
Floating café on a lighthouse boat. Tea, snacks, and tours of the boat. Open Monday through Saturday 10am to 5pm; Sunday 2 to 5pm. ^ 

Queen Ti's Tearooms [Tea room and merchant]
5 Fforchaman Road, Cwmaman, Aberdare, RhonddaCynon Taff, South Wales; 0168 587 6688
* Victorian style in a rural area near Dare Country Park and Brecon Beacons National Park.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, etc. are fine.
* Cream tea, dessert tea.
* Loose leaf teas and teabags served in teapot, teacup, or mug.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Fair Trade products.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Private tea parties for adults and children outside regular hours.
* "Male-friendly" - decor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* Internet access.
Open Monday through Friday 8.30am to 6pm; Saturday 10am to 5pm. No credit cards. (by lucymumford, owner) 9/7

Norwegian Church Coffee Shop [Tea room]
Norwegian Church Arts Centre, Harbour Drive, Cardiff; 01654 782282
Selection of well-prepared teas served with their trademark cakes and pastries, plus light meals. Upstairs gallery. Open daily, 10am to 4pm.

Whittards of Chelsea [Tea room and merchant]
14 Queens Arcade, Cardiff; 44 29 2034 2713
A proper cuppa served any time. Teas, fruit and herbal infusions, chocolates. Tastings of their more unusual tea flavours. Large selection of teapots and accessories. Open daily except Sunday, 9am to 5.30pm. M 

Gwesty TYNYCORNEL Hotel [Tea room]
Tal-y-Llyn, Tywyn, Gwynedd; 44 29 2049 3331
* Hotel restaurant/lounge at a B&B or inn.
* Located in an historic or landmark building on the waterfront in the southwest corner of the Snowdonia National Park.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea.
* Tea bags served in a teapot.
* Special diets with advance notice.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
Tea served daily to guests and the public. Reservations recommended. 12/08 

Cemlyn Restaurant and Tea Shop [Tea room and merchant]
High Street, Harlech, North Wales; 01766-780-425
Open Easter through October only.
* Contemporary style in town historic district near Harlech Castle.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea, cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot or take-out cup.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Organic products.
* Take-out available.
* Smoke-free.
* Seats 33.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* Credit/debit cards.
Open Wednesday through Sunday 10.30am to 5pm. Well behaved dogs are welcome on the terrace. 7/01 Updated 7/7 Updated (by Geoff Cole - Proprietor) 3/08

Bodysgallen Hall Hotel and Spa [Tea room]
2 miles south from Llandudno, North Wales; 01492 584466
* Traditional Welsh style in an historic or landmark building near Conwy Castle.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Special diets with advance notice.
Tea served daily; reservations suggested. 200 acres of parkland and gardens. 4/08

St Tudno Hotel [Tea room]
Promenade, Llandudno, North Wales; 01492 874411
* Traditional Welsh style opposite the pier.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
Tea served daily 2.30 to 5.15pm. 

The Drovers Rest [Tea room]
The Square, Llanwrtyd Wells, Powys; 01591 610264
* Traditional Welsh style at a B&B or inn.
* Cream tea, dessert tea.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
Tea served 2.30 to 4.30pm. 08/02 Updated 7/7 10/08

The Old Stables Tea Rooms [Tea room]
Bear Street, Hay-on-Wye, Powys; 44-1497-821557
* Old World style located in town historic district.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Smoke-free.
* Private tea parties during regular hours; seats 29.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* Gift certificates.
* Cash only.
Open Tuesday through Saturday 10am to 4pm. (by mike and rachel, owners) 10/08

Wye Knot Stop [Tea room]
Llyswen, Brecon, Powys; 01 874 754 247
* Traditional Welsh style at a B&B or inn.
* Located in a rural area near Brecon Beacons National Park.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Cream tea.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Seats 30.
* Outdoor seating.
* Internet access.
* Credit/debit cards.
Open Thursday through Tuesday 10am to 5pm. 

Harrison's [Tea room]
Sycamore Street, Newcastle Emlyn, Carmarthenshire; 44-1239-711-814
* Traditional Welsh style serving tea, coffee, and wine.
* Located in town historic district near Castle and River Teifi.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, theme teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas and teabags served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Take-out available.
* Smoke-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Off-site catering.
* Outdoor seating.
Open Monday through Saturday 8am to 4.30pm; Sunday 10am to 3pm. (by n_scoging, owner) 7/7

The Celtic Manor Resort [Tea room]
Coldra Woods, Newport; 440-1633 413 000
Afternoon tea served daily, 2.30 to 4.30pm, in Merlins bar; reservations recommended for larger parties. Floor to ceiling windows, comfortable setting. 3F 

Top Shop Tea Shop at The Stores [Tea room]
Meiford, Powys, Mid-Wales; 01938-500-428
July 2001

Bro Meigen Gardens & Tea Room [Tea room]
Boncath, Pembrokeshire; 01239 841 232
* Located in an historic or landmark building.
* Cream teas.
* Tea served in a teapot.
* Private parties.
* On-site parking.
Open Wednesday through Monday 11am to 6pm, beginning of March through end of October only. (by Dany) <

The Wool Gallery Organic Tea Room [Tea room]
Llain Farm, Mathry, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire; 01348 837 634
* Cream teas.
* Barrier-free.
* On-site parking.
Open daily 10.30am to 3.30pm from Easter through end of October only. (by Dany) <

Barn Court Tea Rooms [Tea room]
Barn Court, Templeton, Narberth, Pembrokeshire; 01834 861 224
* Located in an historic or landmark building in a shopping "village" or "village shops."
* Afternoon tea, cream tea.
* Barrier-free.
* On-site parking.
* Outdoor seating.
Open daily 10am to 5pm; closed Mondays from November 1 through end of February. (by Dany) <

Pardon My Garden Tearoom & Gardens [Tea room]
Hangmans Hall, Pembroke, Pembrokeshire; 01646 681 093
* Cream teas.
* Tea served in a teapot.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Barrier-free.
* Private parties.
* On-site parking.
* Outdoor seating.
Summer hours 11.30am to 5.30pm daily; winter hours 11.30am to 4pm daily. (by Dany) <

The Perennial Nursery & Tea Room [Tea room]
Rhosygilwen, St Davids, Pembrokeshire; 01437 721 954
* Cream teas.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* On-site parking.
Open daily 10.30am to 5.30pm from March through October. (by Dany) <

Y Felin Mill & Tea Room [Tea room]
St. Dogmael's, Pembrokeshire; 01239 613 999
* Located in an historic or landmark building.
* Cream teas.
* Tea served in a teapot.
Open Monday through Saturday 10.30am to 5.30pm; Sunday 2 to 5.30pm from March through end of October only. Working grain mill. (by Dany) <

Bramley's Tea Room [Tea room]
Grandiflora, St. Florence, Tenby, Pembrokeshire; 01834 871 778
* Cream teas.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Barrier-free.
* Outdoor seating.
* On-site parking.
Open February through October 10am to 5pm; November through January 10am to 4pm. (by Dany) <

Swanlake Farms Guest House and Tea Rooms [Tea room]
Westmoor, Manorbier, Tenby, Pembrokeshire; 01834 871 204
* Located in an historic or landmark building.
* Cream teas.
* Private parties.
* On-site parking.
Open daily 11am to 6pm from April through October only.  (by Dany) <

Oriel-y-Felin Gallery & Tea Room [Tea room]
Ffordd-y-Felin, Trefin, Pembrokeshire; 01348 837 500
* Cream teas.
* Barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Outdoor seating.
* On-site parking.
Open Tuesday through Sunday 11am to 5pm, Easter through October 31 only. Leashed dogs permitted on the patio.  (by Dany) <
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