Nottinghamshire &amp; Derbyshire


<p>We&#8217;re always up for a freshly baked scone and a glass of bubbly, and a new season brings a swathe of summery afternoon tea offerings. That’s the only excuse Muddy needs to sniff out the very best afternoon teas in the locale. Clink!</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-thoresby-hall-hotel-ollerton"><a href="https://www.warnerleisurehotels.co.uk/hotels/thoresby-hall-hotel" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Thoresby Hall Hotel</a>, Ollerton</h2>



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<p>Promising a quintessentially English afternoon tea in the picturesque setting of Thoresby Park country estate, this one is perfect for special occasions. Sink your chops into the Classic Afternoon Tea of decadent cream scones and sweet and savoury treats, before stretching your legs around the picturesque parkland and formal gardens. Served in the beautiful Blue Room overlooking the grounds, it&#8217;s available every day between 12pm and 5pm. Psst! If you&#8217;ve not been to their new spa yet &#8211; book in there first.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-norwood-park-southwell"><a href="https://www.norwoodpark.co.uk/whatson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Norwood Park</a>, Southwell</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="666" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2023/03/Norwood-rachael-phillips-photography.jpg" alt="Ariel view of Norwood Park southwell" class="wp-image-3660" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2023/03/Norwood-rachael-phillips-photography.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2023/03/Norwood-rachael-phillips-photography-300x200.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2023/03/Norwood-rachael-phillips-photography-768x511.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2023/03/Norwood-rachael-phillips-photography-788x525.jpg 788w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>A summer treat with the added buzz of birds of prey – these elegant afternoon teas aren&#8217;t available from week to week so these special events sell out fast.&nbsp;  Norwood’s Birds of Prey Afternoon Tea on 28 June should be a gorgeous grown-up affair, with delicious cakes in sumptuous surroundings. Take a trip down to the lake afterwards for a photo opp with the resident Highland cows.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-pudding-pantry-nottingham-beeston-sherwood"><a href="https://www.thepuddingpantry.co.uk/afternoon-tea" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Pudding Pantry</a>, Nottingham, Beeston, Sherwood</h2>



<p>Finger sarnies are banned at The Pudding Pantry. Instead, the talented team of chefs and bakers have applied some creative wizardry to their infamous afternoon teas. Smoked salmon sliders, lemon meringue and raspberry layer cake, praline tart with dark chocolate ganache…the list goes on and on. Book your table at one of the Pantry’s three locations around Nottingham. And FYI, there’s a bottomless option if the mood takes you. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-kedleston-country-house-quardon-nbsp"><a href="https://www.kedlestoncountryhouse.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Updated-Afternoon-Tea-Menu-11.03.26.png" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Kedleston Country House</a>, Quardon&nbsp;</h2>



<p>Fancy a bit of Georgian glamour with your afternoon tea? Look no further than the stunning Kedleston Country House. Known county-wide for its incredible afternoon teas, expect a quintessentially British affair with fine china, posh champers and the daintiest pastries. Finish off your visit with a walk around the grounds of the Kedleston Estate. The house is just a stone’s throw from Kedleston Hall, an 18th-century show palace that was built to rival Chatsworth. From £34.95pp for a sparkling afternoon tea.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-dragon-willington"><a href="https://thedragonatwillington.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/TD-Afternoon-Tea-Menu.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Dragon</a>, Willington</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/thedragonatwillington/"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="1000" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2024/08/Dragon-candy-tea.jpg" alt="candy afternoon tea at the dragon willington" class="wp-image-10024" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2024/08/Dragon-candy-tea.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2024/08/Dragon-candy-tea-300x300.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2024/08/Dragon-candy-tea-150x150.jpg 150w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2024/08/Dragon-candy-tea-768x768.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2024/08/Dragon-candy-tea-500x500.jpg 500w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Last summer&#8217;s Willy Wonka special afternoon tea <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thedragonatwillington/">@thedragonatwillington</a></figcaption></figure>



<p>A tiered treat in store at this canalside spot that&#8217;s perfect on a summer&#8217;s day. Served Mon-Sat from 2pm to 5pm, the afternoon tea menu includes sarnies, sausage rolls and a great selection of tempting sweet treats (although you may need a walk along the canal afterwards to see out the sugar rush). Costs £24.99pp.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-langar-hall-langar"><a href="https://langarhall.com/restaurant/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Langar Hall</a>, Langar</h2>



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<p>A touch of grandeur? How about tea at this apricot-hued Georgian country house hotel in the Vale of Belvoir? Served Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays between 3pm and 4.30pm, you’ll get a selection of classic sandwiches followed by freshly baked scones, clotted cream and jam, and homemade biscuits and cakes for £35 a head. A celebrity favourite (Keira Knightly stayed here, Paul Smith helped with rooms), you never know who you might bump into.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-little-shed-ashbourne-and-allestree"><a href="https://thelittleshedderbyshire.co.uk/bookatable" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Little Shed</a>, Ashbourne and Allestree</h2>



<p>Pretty pastels, hygge vibes and seriously dee-licious scones – Muddy has a special soft spot for The Little Shed. With it’s White Company-esque décor and relaxed feel, it’s ideal for a treat with your mum or the girls and if the weather plays ball there’s always the option of sitting outside too.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-cavendish-hotel-baslow"><a href="https://cavendishhotelbaslow.co.uk/eat-drink/afternoon-tea/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Cavendish Hotel</a>, Baslow</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1024" height="683" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2024/08/Afternoon-Tea-Food-The-Gallery-Restaurant-The-Cavendish-Hotel-Baslow-AB-2024-Feb-4-1-1024x683.jpg" alt="a table laid for afternoon tea at the cavendish hotel baslow" class="wp-image-9992" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2024/08/Afternoon-Tea-Food-The-Gallery-Restaurant-The-Cavendish-Hotel-Baslow-AB-2024-Feb-4-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2024/08/Afternoon-Tea-Food-The-Gallery-Restaurant-The-Cavendish-Hotel-Baslow-AB-2024-Feb-4-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2024/08/Afternoon-Tea-Food-The-Gallery-Restaurant-The-Cavendish-Hotel-Baslow-AB-2024-Feb-4-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2024/08/Afternoon-Tea-Food-The-Gallery-Restaurant-The-Cavendish-Hotel-Baslow-AB-2024-Feb-4-1.jpg 1500w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>You can’t fail to love this one. A stone’s throw from Chatsworth and perfectly traditional, the newly refurbished Cavendish does afternoon tea well. The Pride &amp; Prejudice Afternoon Tea in the swish Gallery Restaurant is a gorgeous spot (pictured). As well savoury delights and delicate finger sandwiches, the pastry chef makes fresh cakes and buttermilk scones every day. Mmm! All accompanied by a vast menu of tempting loose-leaf teas, handmade barista coffee or a fresh cafetiere. From £45pp. Toasting a special occasion? Add a glass of Delamotte Brut Champagne for £13.90.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-woodborough-hall-woodborough"><a href="https://woodborough-hall.co.uk/afternoon-tea/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Woodborough Hall</a>, Woodborough</h2>



<p>One of Nottinghamshire&#8217;s best afternoon teas, sipping champagne and savouring sweet and savoury treats in the serene surroundings of this lovely place is a total treat. &nbsp;Expect fine teas, delicate brioche, foccacia and sourdough sandwiches, and exquisite pastries in a historic, laid-back setting. A champagne afternoon tea costs £45pp or £35pp sans fizz.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-colwick-hall-nottingham"><a href="https://colwickhallhotel.com/afternoon-tea-nottingham-2/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Colwick Hall</a>, Nottingham</h2>



<p>At Colwick Hall Hotel in Nottingham, afternoon tea is something of an event. And there&#8217;s a lovely <a href="https://colwickhallhotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Summer-Trad-AT-July-Sep-2026.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Summer Afternoon Tea</a> offer from 1 July 2026.  You’ll get traditional finger sandwiches, followed by a ‘sweet slate’ of summery sweets like the lemon shortbread and vanilla cupcakes with raspberry frosting in the stately surroundings of Colwick Hall Hotel, once home to Lord Byron the poet. From £29.95pp (or £19.95 for children).</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-hart-s-hotel-nottingham"><a href="https://www.hartsnottingham.co.uk/kitchen/afternoon-tea/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hart&#8217;s Hotel</a>, Nottingham</h2>



<p>In the city? Stop off for a treat of an afternoon tea in Hart&#8217;s Hotel&#8217;s sunny courtyard. Finger sandwiches are made using delicious Hambleton Bakery bread, the homemade scones are some of the best in the city and there&#8217;s a whopping range of specialty loose leaf teas from Jing Tea. From £25.95pp, available every day from 12pm until 4.30pm.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-old-original-bakewell-pudding-shop-bakewell"><a href="https://www.bakewellpuddingshop.co.uk/about-4" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop</a>, Bakewell</h2>



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<p>A word of warning, expect Derbyshire portions with this one. Perfect for a post-Peak stomp, hike one of the many Peak trails then head into beautiful Bakewell and stop off to refuel and sample the obligatory Bakewell pudd. A special Jane Austen Afternoon Teas is available in the restaurant this year for £40pp – and there’s plenty to fill you up. Sarnies include roast beef, smoked salmon and egg and cress. Then it’s macaroons, cakes and mini Bakewell puddings. Delish.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-wildhive-callow-hall-ashbourne"><a href="https://wildhive.uk/callow-hall/eat/the-garden-room/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Wildhive Callow Hall,</a> Ashbourne</h2>



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<p>After a quintessentially British experience? Head to country house heaven with an afternoon tea at sublime Wildhive Callow Hall. With an uber-relaxing vibe and beautiful rural setting, the two of you will feel well and truly spoilt as you tuck into freshly baked pastries, delicate finger sandwiches and delicious treats. From £30pp every day. Celebrating something special? Add a glass of Pol Roger or two. Don&#8217;t mind if we do.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-summer-picnic-afternoon-tea-hoar-cross-hall-staffordshire"><a href="https://hiddenwell.com/hoar-cross-hall/afternoon-tea-at-the-hall" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Summer Picnic afternoon tea</a>, Hoar Cross Hall, Staffordshire</h2>



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<p>Hold up, we&#8217;ve got one extra afternoon tea that&#8217;s well worth travelling for. Possibly the most perfect place for a refined afternoon tea is the elegant library at Hoar Cross Hall, a short hop across the border. With its beautiful, book-lined walls, gilt-edged mirrors and rich history (the ornate gold mirror that hangs here inspired Lewis Carroll’s <em>Alice Through the Looking-Glass</em>), it’s an utterly gorgeous spot to devour something special. Think smoked salmon and lemon crème fraîche brioches, dainty lemon-marinated chicken wraps, followed by chocolate salted caramel gâteaux and raspberry choux buns. From £45pp.</p>



<p><em>Main image: Afternoon tea at <a href="https://cavendishhotelbaslow.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Cavendish Hotel,</a> Baslow</em></p>



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Clink! 12 of the best summer afternoon teas in Notts & Derbyshire

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