Time for a Royal tea

Mayfair majesty

London’s May Fair hotel, opened by King George in 1927, has the pedigree to mark the occasion in style. Celebrate the Royal wedding in glamorous and opulent surroundings - the hotel is offering a fabulous afternoon tea package which includes a sumptuous long weekend stay with a traditional full English breakfast, special Royal Afternoon tea with a pair of commemorative handcrafted Dartington Crystal Royal Wedding champagne toasting flutes in a bespoke gift box, for a rate of £850* per room (king or superior) for three-nights.

Available between April 28 and May 1; visit www.themayfairhotel.co.uk or call 020 7769 4041.

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Jewel in the Crown

Claridges recently won the accolade of Top London Afternoon Tea 2011 for its exceptional service and great quality tea. The five-star hotel, an art deco jewel in the heart of Mayfair, has over the past 200 years played host to royalty including Queen Victoria.

Take tea in The Foyer tearoom, and enjoy scones, sandwiches and cakes plus an excellent selection of teas served by knowledgeable staff who can advise on tea blends.

The award-winning Afternoon Tea is served daily at 3pm, 3.30pm, 5pm or 5.30pm and costs from £35 per person, plus there’s a selection of seasonal afternoon teas including Easter and Great British, which cost £50 per person including a glass of Champagne.

Reservations are essential; call 020 7107 8872. Visit www.claridges.co.uk

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God save the Queen

Located at Queen’s Gate in South Kensington, The 149 room Kensington Hotel provides guests with an unforgettable townhouse experience. Experience a true British tradition and be part of the historical royal wedding by spending an elegant relaxing afternoon indulging in the Royal Afternoon Tea which includes a delicious array of finger sandwiches, an enviable selection of pastries and freshly baked scones, served with freshly brewed tea of your choice and a glass of Moët et Chandon. £25 with tea or £32 with Champagne; available from 22nd- 29th of April.

Room rates start from £3,355 per night; visit www.doylecollection.com or call 020 7589 6300.

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Putting on the Ritz

The Ritz has been home to the great and the good, the glitterati and thousands of discerning guests since 1906, and is the only hotel to have been awarded a Royal Warrant by HRH The Prince of Wales for services to catering.

Enjoy an unrivalled selection of sandwiches, scones, pastries and teas while seated in the opulent surroundings of the Palm Court at The Ritz. With a strict dress code, it’s the perfect opportunity to have a right royal dress up and taste of the high life.

Afternoon tea includes sandwiches, freshly baked scones, assorted pastries, Ritz chocolate cake and Ritz selected teas or coffee.

Prices start from £95 for two people; book exclusively on www.lastminute.com. Room prices start at £350.

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Top toast

Visitors to London don’t need to jostle with the riff raff or bed down under canvas to celebrate the impending royal nuptials, as there is still limited availability at the luxurious Wyndham Grand London Chelsea Harbour,  London’s only five star all suite property with stunning views of the Thames. 

The exclusive Majes-Tea is the ultimate in afternoon teas, and is available for day visitors to the hotel throughout April. The menu is inspired by the Royal Family’s favourites and includes sandwiches, pastries, scones and tea and coffee.

The MajesTea is priced at £25 per head. To book visit www.wyndamgrandlondon.co.uk.  Rates at the Wyndam Grand start from £182 per night and per suite in a Chelsea suite.

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Royal rebel

If you’re getting tired of the Royal wedding hysteria, release your inner rebel with the An-Tea Establishment Afternoon Tea, available at the Met Bar from 22 April–8 May.

Paying homage to British punk rock icons, the tea will have all the elements of the quintessential ly British occasion with a twist, using ingredients that satisfy without the calories including rhubarb and custard cupcakes made with olive oil instead of butter, and trifle made with real fruit. Dishes feature iconic slogans and images, while a punk rock playlist will complement the atmosphere in this iconic London bar.

Available in the Met Bar from 22nd April to 8th May from 3-6pm Monday- Sunday. £27 per person + service. For reservations call +44(0) 20 7447 4757. Prices start from £1,040 for a three night stay in a city room at the Metropolitan Hotel from 28th April to 1st May.

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Vintage treasure

Soho’s Secret Tea Room is based on the first floor of the Coach & Horses pub, where the infamous Jeffrey Bernard used to prop up the bar. In celebration of the Royal wedding, they are holding a vintage street party on Friday 29th and Saturday 30th April, which includes a Royal Tea, £18.95, Traditional Cream Tea, £8.25, and Champagne Tea, £29.95.

With a themed street party on Saturday, staff dressed in character and live jazz and swing music, this is a great event for all the family. The dress code is vintage glamour, so dress to impress…

For information or bookings visit www.sohossecrettearoom.co.uk or call 07827 532899.

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