Afternoon tea in God’s own county (Yorkshire!) continues to be one of the region’s most searched-for and popular experiences.
From luxury hotels and vineyards to heritage railways and countryside attractions, Yorkshire offers a wide variety of afternoon tea experiences that can be enjoyed as flexible gifts through the Your Local Experiences voucher platform.
Whether it be for a birthday, an anniversary gift or just a day out, afternoon tea is worth experiencing in Yorkshire. We have highlighted the best venues for you to enjoy afternoon tea in the heart of Yorkshire.
1. Embsay and Bolton Abbey Steam Railway
Bolton Abbey, Skipton/ Embsay Railway, Skipton
One of the most unique afternoon tea experiences in North Yorkshire can be found at the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway. Located near Skipton in the Yorkshire Dales, this experience allows guests to enjoy traditional afternoon tea while travelling on a heritage steam train through scenic countryside. Afternoon tea vouchers for the railway are ideal for those searching for unusual things to do in Yorkshire.
Rudding Lane, Harrogate
Rudding Park, situated just outside Harrogate, is widely recognised as one of Yorkshire’s leading luxury hotels and spa destinations. Afternoon tea at Rudding Park is served in their conservatory, overlooking landscaped gardens, and amongst their 400-year-old Olive tree. offering a classic and elegant experience.
While you are there, you can rest your head in their luxurious rooms and enjoy their highly rated spa with an outdoor pool.
Goldsborough, Knaresborough.
Goldsborough Hall, near Knaresborough, offers a traditional royal afternoon tea experience within a 400-year-old historic stately home setting. Surrounded by formal gardens and countryside views, this venue is popular with visitors seeking a timeless Yorkshire afternoon tea with a story. You can dine like royalty just like HRH Princess Mary did when she lived at the stately home during the 1920s.
Nun Monkton, York.
For the wine connoisseurs, Yorkshire Heart Vineyard, located between York and Harrogate near Nun Monkton, provides an afternoon tea experience in a vineyard setting. Guests can enjoy homemade cakes, sandwiches and tea with views across the vines, with optional wine pairing experiences also available. While you are there, find out more about the vineyard on their vineyard tours and even enjoy a taste of some of their wines.
Lofthouse, Pateley Bridge.
How Stean Gorge, set within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offers an afternoon tea experience with fresh, locally sourced produce alongside one of Yorkshire’s most striking natural attractions. After exploring the limestone gorge and surrounding walking routes, visitors can enjoy refreshments at the on-site How Stean Café with panoramic views.
Crown Place, Harrogate.
The Crown Hotel provides a traditional afternoon tea experience in the centre of the spa town, Harrogate. Close to local shops, attractions and transport links. The home of afternoon tea is at the Crown Hotel. The hotel has been serving its afternoon tea since 1880!
Whether you’re planning a relaxed day out, marking a special occasion, or simply taking time to enjoy good food in good surroundings, afternoon tea remains one of Yorkshire’s most enjoyable traditions.
However, you choose to enjoy it, afternoon tea in Yorkshire is less about extravagance and more about taking a moment to savour the experience.
