What do you love most about Christmas? Is it the family gatherings where Monopoly comes out the cupboard for another year, the Christmas markets perfect for a winter date night, or festive events that take place during the build up to the big day? Whatever your favourite thing about Christmas may be, we know for certain that one thing we all look forward to at this time of year are the delicious treats.
So, we give you permission to start using the phrase “go on then, as it’s Christmas” because here in Hertfordshire there’s something yummy waiting for you, and no, we’re not talking about a box of Quality Street…
Hanbury Manor
Launching December 1st 2023
The pastry team at Hanbury Manor are busy prepping for the launch of their Festive Afternoon Tea as the festive joy returns to The Manor this Christmas. Sandwiches, scones, and scrumptious treats will fill your stomachs, and of course there’s a Christmas tipple to be enjoyed alongside it, because it would be rude not to!
Tewinbury Farm Hotel
Sunday 17th December 2023
It certainly won’t be a Silent Night in the Tythe Barn at Tewinbury Farm, as they welcome you to join them for a special Afternoon Tea with a local choir performing your favourite Christmas Carols. Delightful sandwiches, scones and delicious cakes are on the menu, complemented by either a glass of mulled wine (permission to say “go on then, as it’s Christmas”) or bucks fizz.
Pendley Manor
We can sense the Christmas spirit in the air at Pendley Manor, and there’s no doubt you’ll sense it too after you find out what festivities await. Their Festive Afternoon Tea is one not to be missed, where you can expect to find those traditional tasty treats with a glass of mulled wine to warm your stomachs. Not only is Pendley Manor treating you with an afternoon tea this Christmas, but there’s plenty more to discover! From Christmas Parties, Christmas Banquets and Christmas Fayre Lunch & Dinner, the Manor is being transformed into a winter wonderland this Christmas… are you ready to join them?
Down Hall Hotel & Spa
Served daily throughout December
Next on our festive afternoon tea list is Down Hall Hotel & Spa. Serving their quintessential Festive Afternoon Tea throughout December, with a menu that’ll make your stomachs rumble! From Turkey, Stuffing & Cranberry Mayonnaise finger sandwiches to Spiced Latte Macaroons, the menu is boasting with Christmas goodies! You can also add a glass of mulled wine, English sparking wine or champagne just to make your experience extra special.
Sopwell House
Available between 1st and 23rd December
The magic at Sopwell House will kickstart this December with a traditional afternoon tea with a festive twist. Delicious, sweet treats are ready to be enjoyed and you can upgrade your afternoon tea to include a mulled wine or Taittinger Champagne (permission to say “go on then, as it’s Christmas”). How many times can we get away with saying that?
Aubrey Park
Leave the Christmas organising to the experts. Aubrey Park have got a whole programme of festivities planned this Christmas, from Corporate Celebrations, Christmas Parties, Festive Lunch and… are we forgetting something? Oh, a Festive Afternoon Tea of course! Call up your friends and get together to celebrate Christmas over delicious treats and nibbles.
Fanhams Hall
Available from Monday 27th November to Sunday 7th January 2024
What better way to spend quality time with loved ones this Christmas than with an afternoon tea at Fanhams Hall? Their seasonal twist on a traditional afternoon tea includes plenty for those sweet treats, with a selection of cakes and homemade scones ready to be enjoyed.
