1. Disney Moana-Inspired Afternoon Tea at Park Corner Brasserie
Park Corner Brasserie, London Hilton on Park Lane, 22 Park Lane, Mayfair, London W1K 1BE
The Concept: Everyone is ‘welcome’ at the latest in the hit series of Disney-inspired afternoon teas at Park Corner Brasserie. With the live action version of everyone’s favourite Wayfinder sailing across the silver screen for summer 2026, it’s the ideal day out for budding Moanas and Mauis. Since the film is set in ancient Polynesia, in the South Pacific Ocean, the afternoon tea menu is suitably tropical with guests opening a treasure chest of treats to enjoy. Pretty petit fours, ocean-themed puds, paired with classic warm scones. The hotel is set across the road from London’s glorious Hyde Park Corner; the perfect place to work up an appetite – or walk it all off.
Five Moana Afternoon Tea Menu Highlights:
- Heart of Te Fiti matcha biscuit
- Taste of the Sea passion fruit pud
- Island Flowers layers vanilla mousse with strawberry and hibiscus compote on shortbread
- Drop in the Ocean coconut chocolate mousse
- A specialty tea list that includes Chocolate Velvet, a Taiwanese Oolong blend with cocoa, raspberry and crème caramel
Costs: £70 for adults, £45 for children
2. Miffy at Cutter & Squidge Afternoon Tea at Cutter & Squidge
Cutter & Squidge, 20 Brewer Street, Soho, London, W1F 0SJ
The Concept: If there is a character that spans the hearts of Baby Boomers and us Millennial parents, we reckon it must be the cutesy little bunny, Miffy; created by Dick Bruna in 1955 and much beloved by many. Cutter & Squidge, the sister-run bakery in the heart of London’s Soho, is famous for its signature ‘Biskie’ bakes, delightful birthday cakes and themed afternoon teas. And the bakery is filled with take away treats, too, like pots of sprinkle biscuits, and the option to order an ‘at home’ version of the tea (£34.99). Perfect for those who can’t make it to Soho. This is a very clever partnership – the bunny and the bakes – with a darling afternoon tea, heavy on the strawberry and peach flavours. All the sweets are quite heavy on the cream icing filling. Each guest also gets to take home a limited-edition Cutter Squidge x Miffy Notebook; which provides the best entertainment at the table, and for the train ride home.
Five Miffy Afternoon Tea Menu Highlights:
- Egg mayo charcoal roll
- A cheese and chutney brioche
- Strawberries and cream biskie
- Miffy’s strawberry sprinkle posset
- A slice of Miffy’s Strawberries Peach Melba Cake
Costs: From £45 for adults and £25 for children
3. AA Milne Woodland Afternoon Tea at the Adria Hotel
The Adria Hotel, 88 Queen's Gate, South Kensington, London SW7 5AB
The Concept: Celebrate the Centenary of all things ‘100 Acre Wood’ in London’s South Kensington cultural quarter, with an afternoon tea at the peaceful townhouse Adria Hotel, inspired by the works of AA Milne. Famed for his stories of ‘Winnie The Pooh’, Milne’s stories were first inspired by the very real ‘Winnie’ bear, whom he saw on a visit to London Zoo. The nostalgia of the timeless tales is the perfect match for the Adria’s seasonal, mouthwatering menu of countryside-inspired treats – baked honey cheesecake and wild berry macaron, sounding divine! Plus, the Victoria and Albert Museum, the Natural History Museum, Harrods and Kensington Palace are all close to the Adria, making it an excellent choice if staying overnight for a spot of sightseeing.
Five AA Milne 100 Acre Wood Afternoon Tea Menu Highlights:
- Clarence Court Egg, Truffle Mayonnaise and Fresh Chives on Brioche
- Forman’s Smoked Salmon, Crème Fraiche, Dill, Avruga Caviar on Brioche
- Honey and Orange Honeycomb Cake with silky honey cremeux and bright orange preserve
- The Little Woodland Bee – a baked honey cheesecake with mango delight and white chocolate crunch, crowned with an edible chocolate bee
- Wild Berry Woodland Macaron is a delicate macaron filled with wild berry ganache and compote, finished with a handcrafted edible woodland illustration upon white chocolate
Both vegan and gluten-free versions of the afternoon tea are also offered, with a minimum of 24 hours’ notice.
Costs: From £55 each
Good To Know: To mark Afternoon Tea Week, every guest to The Adria enjoying the new Woodland Afternoon Tea between 10th and 31st August will be welcomed with a complimentary glass of Champagne or, as an alcohol-free alternative, a glass of sparkling tea.
4. JW Marriott Grosvenor House’s The Tales of Beatrix Potter™ Afternoon Tea
JW Marriott Grosvenor House London, 86–90 Park Lane, Mayfair, London, W1K 7TN
The Concept: Combining the grand dame of Park Lane, Mayfair’s JW Marriott Grosvenor House, with the doyenne of children’s literature, here is an afternoon tea for the ages. Launched in May 2026 to mark 160 years since the birth of Beatrix Potter, its tea stand is laden with exquisite afternoon delicacies with playful twists inspired by the English countryside and Potter’s beloved characters. Jemima Puddleduck, Tom Kitten, Mrs Tiggywinkle and, of course, Peter Rabbit – the gang’s all here, including a mousse inspired by Mr McGregor. Why not take along some of the tales to the tea with you? Seize the moment to indulge in luxurious nostalgia! Alongside the soft finger sandwiches and prerequisite scones, the five outstanding pastries are what you are going to remember; the children’s version features three of the pastries, miniature scones with ice cream, and a warming hot chocolate. Not only that, but all guests receive an illustrated keepsake menu, designed by artist Neil Faulkner. The Park Room’s resident pianist performs daily at teatime, and the room’s central table is turned into an English countryside scene. And with views across Hyde Park, this tea is giving serious mini break vibes in the heart of central London.
Five Beatrix Potter Afternoon Tea Menu Highlights:
- The Nestled Surprise: A crack‑open white chocolate egg with malted milk panna cotta ‘egg white’ and marmalade ‘yolk’, in a nest of crisp kataifi, orange and spun honey, inspired by Jemima Puddle‑Duck’s secret nest.
- Mrs. Tiggy‑Winkle’s Laundry Service: A three‑tier cake of lavender sponge, blackcurrant jam and white chocolate cream, with a miniature chocolate iron.
- Tom Kitten’s Tangle: A white chocolate ball with layers of elderflower mousse and wild strawberry compote, inspired by Tom kitten’s antics.
- Squirrel Nutkin’s Harvest: A parsnip‑spiced cake with mascarpone cream and lemon curd.
- Mr. McGregor’s Garden: An Earl Grey chocolate mousse with raspberry preserve beneath chocolate soil and crowned with Peter Rabbit’s playful meringue radish.
Costs: From £88 for adults, £38 for children
5. Charlie & the Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea at 1 Aldwych
1 Aldwych Hotel, London, WC2B 4BZ
The Concept: If there is one thing guaranteed to turn the children’s ‘listening ears’ on, it is the mention of ‘chocolate’. Imagine the number of dreams coming true, then, when they hear about the afternoon tea dedicated to all things Chocolate Factory – specifically, Charle and the Chocolate Factory. And even more specifically, Willy’s Wonka’s wild and wonderful creations.Inspired by Roald Dahl’s classic novel, you will, of course, recognise fizzy lifting drink, snozberry jam and chocolate milkshake – mixed by waterfall, of course – on the children’s menu. Other treats guaranteed to get eyes widening are the fabulously fluffy ‘floss’, strawberry fudge. And they will feel very grown up being served their very own ‘mocktail’. The grown-up menu is equally exciting, with the addition of top treats such as beetroot and horseradish ‘hot ice cream for cold days’! What better way to reintroduce what may have been a favourite childhood book of your own, to your own tribe, the next generation of kidlets?1 Aldwych is located on the Strand, next to Covent Garden’s theatreland, so an ideal place to stay over, too, if headed for a trip to the theatre or ballet post afternoon tea.
Five Charlie & the Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea Menu Highlights:
- Raisin with fudge and plain scones with ‘snozzberry’ jam and ‘all the creams’
- ‘Goodbye Violet’ macaron
- Augustus Gloop’s strawberry fudge
- ‘Hair toffee’ mousse
- Caramel chocolate milkshake (mixed by waterfall)
Costs: From £75 for adults, £55 for children (12 and under)
6. Palm Court at The Langham
The Langham Hotel, 1C Portland Place, Regent Street, London, W1B 1JA
The Concept: Palm Court at the beautifully elegant Langham hotel is a bucket list experience; its menu overseen by Michel Roux and created by Executive Pastry Chef Andrew Gravett. The Langham was the first place, in 1865, to take the tradition of afternoon tea from stately home drawing rooms, into a luxurious hotel setting. Menus are seasonal, (currently ‘strawberry’), and the Children’s offering is a carefully curated dining experience, rather than a sideline in keeping the kids quiet. Afternoon tea at The Langham is an event to be treasured, yet not ‘stuffy’. Guests aged 12 and under are made to feel just as welcome in Palm Court – just look at that adorable chocolate teddy on top, and ‘The Langham Express’, with its carriages filled with desserts they will long be talking about. And for grownups, there are over 30 tropical and classic teas (ask the ‘tea sommelier for recommendations), alongside petite cakes and the unique addition of a ‘sharing cake’, plus sandwiches with unique fillings from champagne cucumber to chargrilled aubergine and a devilled quail egg tartelette. Not forgetting the stars of the show, its tantalisingly warm, legendary scones.
Five Langham Palm Court Afternoon Tea Menu Highlights:
- The Langham Express: Raspberry Compote, Dulcey Cream Coconut, Exotic Mousse and Sable Lemon Tea Cake
- Blackcurrant and Hibiscus Tea
- Milk Chocolate Teddy Bear
- Strawberry Jam sandwiches
- Sliced Young Gouda Cheese sandwiches
Costs: From £85 for adults, £43.50 for children
7. Secret Garden Afternoon Tea at Dalloway Terrace
Dalloway Terrace 16-22 Great Russell St, Bloomsbury, London WC1B 3NN
The Concept: We remember the Secret Garden playing a big part in our childhood – first the film that inspired den building and field exploring, then the book later on featuring in late night ‘under the cover, wide eyed’ reading sessions. What a magical combination, then; a botanical themed afternoon tea inspired by the classic tale of magic in nature. The novel, first written in 1911 by Frances Hodgson Burnett, teaches about relationships, the beauty of the natural world, and patience. All good talking points around an afternoon tea table filled with pint-sized Terracotta pots filled with tasty treats, set on the blooming, flower-filled Dalloway Terrace. Children also receive an activity book on arrival. Just moments from the British Museum, Dalloway Terrace is the ideal place to begin lots more exploring.
Five Secret Garden Afternoon Tea Menu Highlights:
- A chocolate flowerpot served in a terracotta pot
- A shortbread key
- Mary’s Victoria sponge
- Cucumber, free-range egg mayonnaise and Emmental sandwiches
- Sultana and vanilla scones with Cornish clotted cream and seasonal preserve
Costs: From £55 for adults and £30 for children
8. Peter Pan Afternoon Tea at Aqua Shard
Aqua Shard at The Shard, 31 St Thomas Street, London SE1 9RY
The Concept: We might not ever be able to fly like Peter Pan but travelling 31 floors up and looking out across the roofs of Lond, could be the closet thing to feeling like we are on that adventure to Neverland. Especially when the afternoon tea is as magical as the spread laid out at Aqua Shard, complete with pirate ship and misty fog. Talk about setting the scene. Lucky passengers embarking on the culinary adventure, inspired by J.M.Barrie’s tale of the boy who never grew up, must arrive with hungry tummies, to enjoy everything from baked sausage rolls and confit chicken sandwiches to cookie dough tartlets and milk chocolate mousse. If you want an extra adventurous way to arrive, we recommend a trip on the Thames Clipper boat, which stops at London Bridge City Pier, seven minutes on foot from The Shard.
Five Peter Pan Afternoon Tea Menu Highlights:
- Captain Hook’s Battenburg
- Tinkerbell’s Hot Chocolate
- Vanilla & Raisin Scones Gooseberry & elderflower jam, morello & raspberry jam, clotted cream
- The Flying Punch Pineapple – peach puree, elderflower tonic, lime, grenadine float
- Tinkerbell’s Heart – Cookie dough & raspberry tartle
Costs: From £70 for adults, £55 for children under age 12. From £95 for a ‘window to Neverland’ window setting and glass of Champagne.
Good to Know: Created in partnership with Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity, £2 from each Peter Pan afternoon tea sold supports GOSH.
9. Zog-Themed Afternoon Tea at The Rubens at The Palace hotel
The Rubens at the Palace, 39 Buckingham Palace Rd, London SW1W 0PS
The Concept: If your little ‘dragons’ are as keen as the famous Zog to get the summer off to a cracking start, don’t miss the special edition ‘Zog-theme’ version of the Little Prince & Princess Afternoon Tea at the 2026 Junior Travel Award-winning Reubens at the Palace Hotel, this August. To celebrate the return of the Julia Donaldson theatre show to London’s Cadogan Hall, from 2nd – 23rd August 2026, the classic children’s afternoon tea will include a rather lovely Zog macaron to its menu. Rather excitingly, as part of ‘Kids Week 2026’, children can attend participating shows for free when accompanied by a full-paying adult – do check the website for dates and exclusions. And you can enjoy 15% off a traditional Royal Afternoon Tea experience. So, an afternoon tea, overlooking the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace, ahead of or after the show is a right royal way to keep the roaring fun going! If you are making a weekend of it, families staying at The Rubens can expect extras such as complimentary biscuit and cupcake decorating, milkshake masterclasses, and a family bug-hunting excursion.
Five Zog Afternoon Tea Menu Highlights:
- Finger sandwiches filled with Nutella, jam, peanut butter, or cheese and ham
- Indulgent milkshakes
- A royal cupcake
- Hot chocolate
- A signature ‘Zog’ themed macaron and a crown
Costs: From £70 for adults, £45 for children
10. Science-Inspired Afternoon Tea at The Science Museum
Benugo at the Science Museum, Exhibition Road, South Kensington, London, SW7 2DD
The Concept: It’s hard to think of things more universally appealing to children than food, playing with food, and bubbles. The Science Museum scores a hat trick for 2026 with its new family show, ‘Bubble Explorers’, encompassing giant bubble play and interactive bubble games, and a new science vs art themed afternoon tea. Hosted at the Benugo restaurant at the Museum, treats on this tea stand include pink lemonade that diners have to add the fizz to, jelly in a scientific petri dish, and a rainbow-coloured row of test tubes, each with its own candy treat inside; from edible soil to popping candy. And if that’s not enough entertainment, you can add tabletop science experiments to your package; ‘Alien Activity’ or ‘Liquid Lava Layers’, from £10 each.
Bubble Explorers is best suited to Early Years visitors, and costs £4.50 each (under age 2 go free).
Five Benugo Science Museum afternoon tea menu highlights:
- Elemental cupcake with syringe
- Rocket ship cookie
- Petri dish jelly
- Test tube rack: Lemonade and fizzy sherbet, Chocolate popping candy,
- Crushed coloured moon rocks, Edible soil, Jelly cubes
- Earl Grey tea-soaked sultana scones
Costs: £36 for adults, £26 for children (this rate includes the Government’s Great British Summer Savings scheme, discounted from 25th June-1st September 2026)
