Hampshire &amp; Isle of Wight


<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-hampshire">HAMPSHIRE</h3>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-montagu-arms-hotel-beaulieu"><a href="https://www.montaguarmshotel.co.uk/afternoon_tea.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Montagu Arms Hotel</a>, Beaulieu</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1125" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2026/02/Montagu-Arms-Afternoon-tea.jpg" alt="Afternoon tea at the Montagu Arms Hotel Beaulieu New Forest Hampshire" class="wp-image-39622" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2026/02/Montagu-Arms-Afternoon-tea.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2026/02/Montagu-Arms-Afternoon-tea-800x600.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2026/02/Montagu-Arms-Afternoon-tea-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2026/02/Montagu-Arms-Afternoon-tea-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



<p>If you like your afternoon tea served with a side of quintessential English country garden (think birdsong and clinking china), hotfoot it to The Montagu Arms in the heart of the New Forest. Think dainty finger sandwiches, homemade pastries and warm-from-the-oven scones with lashings of clotted cream. Add a G&amp;T or a glass of local English sparkling and you’re winning. Even better, it’s fabulously family- and dog-friendly, with a kids’ tea and an à la bark menu – perfect for treating Mum without leaving little ones, or the pooch, at home. (<em>£39-£49pp. Kids Afternoon Tea £15; Dog Afternoon Tea £18</em>).</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-bombay-sapphire-distillery-whitchurch"><a href="https://www.bombaysapphire.com/distillery/tours-experiences/mothers-day-afternoon-tea-experience/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Bombay Sapphire Distillery</a>, Whitchurch</h2>



<p>Mother’s ruin? Hopefully not. A lovely local experience in an iconic Hampshire setting, treat Mum to afternoon tea at the Bombay Sapphire Distillery. And this isn’t your standard tea-and-scones scenario – expect a sparkling Bombay Sapphire cocktail on arrival, followed by a gorgeously presented spread of seasonal finger sandwiches, cakes and sweet treats, plus plain and sultana scones piled high with cream and jam. At £45 for 90 minutes of gin-laced indulgence <em>(15 March only)</em>, it’s a spirited way to toast Mum in serious style. First time here? <a href="https://hants.muddystilettos.co.uk/eat-out/local-producers/bombay-sapphire-distillery-tour/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Add on a brilliant tour</a>, too (<em>£22pp</em>).</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-aviator-farnborough"><a href="https://aviatorhampshire.com/afternoon-tea/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Aviator</a>, Farnborough</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="844" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2026/02/Aviator-Afternoon-Tea-4.jpg" alt="Mother's Day afternoon tea Aviator Farnborough Hampshire" class="wp-image-39621" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2026/02/Aviator-Afternoon-Tea-4.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2026/02/Aviator-Afternoon-Tea-4-800x450.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2026/02/Aviator-Afternoon-Tea-4-1000x563.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2026/02/Aviator-Afternoon-Tea-4-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



<p>Fasten your seatbelts – this aviation-themed beauty overlooking Farnborough Airport serves afternoon tea with serious lift-off. Think freshly baked cakes, fluffy scones with jam and cream, dainty sandwiches and a tea sommelier to talk you through the good stuff, best enjoyed in the Sky Bar or out on the terrace with runway views. Mother’s Day gets an upgrade with a live electric violinist and a glass of Louis Pommery England Rosé for Mum <em>(£59pp, 14–15 March)</em>, while the Grand Buffet goes all out with unlimited Prosecco and a feast of sweet and savoury treats <em>(£75pp, 14 March)</em>. Cleared for take-off.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-careys-manor-brockenhurst"><a href="https://www.careysmanor.com/afternoon-tea-menus/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Careys Manor</a>, Brockenhurst</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1082" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2026/02/careys_Manor_afternoon_tea.jpg" alt="Afternoon tea at Careys Manor Hotel New Forest Mother's Day Hampshire" class="wp-image-39623" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2026/02/careys_Manor_afternoon_tea.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2026/02/careys_Manor_afternoon_tea-800x577.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2026/02/careys_Manor_afternoon_tea-1000x721.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2026/02/careys_Manor_afternoon_tea-768x554.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



<p>Another luxe New Forest classic, head to Careys Manor Hotel &amp; SenSpa where afternoon tea is a proper feast. Expect finely cut sandwiches (smoked salmon crumpets, devilled egg mayo, cucumber and cream cheese), fluffy fruit and plain scones slathered in New Forest jam and clotted cream, and a line-up of indulgent bakes – from strawberry roulade to millionaire choux buns – all washed down with Birchalls’ silk prism teas or fair trade coffee <em>(from £28pp)</em>. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1200" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2026/02/Careys-Enchanted-Forest-Afternoon-Tea-Mothers-Day-CM.jpg" alt="Enchanted Forest-themed Mothers Day Afternoon Tea Carey's Manor Hampshire New Forest" class="wp-image-39648" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2026/02/Careys-Enchanted-Forest-Afternoon-Tea-Mothers-Day-CM.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2026/02/Careys-Enchanted-Forest-Afternoon-Tea-Mothers-Day-CM-800x640.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2026/02/Careys-Enchanted-Forest-Afternoon-Tea-Mothers-Day-CM-1000x800.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2026/02/Careys-Enchanted-Forest-Afternoon-Tea-Mothers-Day-CM-768x614.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



<p>For Mother’s Day, the Enchanted Forest-themed tea (<em>£35 adults, £17.50 kids</em>) adds a whimsical twist with blinis, mini Yorkshires and magical macarons – plus Champagne upgrades if you’re feeling fancy.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-oakley-hall-basingstoke"><a href="https://www.oakleyhall-park.com/dine-drink/afternoon-tea/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Oakley Hall</a>, Basingstoke</h2>



<p>For a classic done properly, book a table at Oakley Hall and settle into the Glasshouse Restaurant for a Mother’s Day afternoon tea treat with all the trimmings. Expect artisan finger sandwiches, warm homemade plain and fruit scones with clotted cream and jam, and a parade of cakes and patisserie – plus a glass of fizz (or non-alcoholic alternative) and a little gift for every mum at the table. Simply add tea, coffee or English sparkling and toast Mum in style. <em>(14–15 March, £59-£69pp / £25 per child). </em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-lainston-house-winchester"><a href="https://www.exclusive.co.uk/lainston-house/dine/afternoon-tea/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lainston House</a>, Winchester</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="726" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/08/Lainston-House-afternoon-tea.jpg" alt="Lainston House" class="wp-image-19291" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/08/Lainston-House-afternoon-tea.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/08/Lainston-House-afternoon-tea-300x218.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/08/Lainston-House-afternoon-tea-689x500.jpg 689w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/08/Lainston-House-afternoon-tea-768x558.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>Afternoon tea in a 17th-century country house? Yes, please! On a sunny day, Muddy highly recommends taking it on the lovely lawn here. With homemade jam and delicious sweet treats, you can choose from either the traditional tea, or upgrade to a luxury version with champagne/English sparkling wine. <em>From £48pp.</em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.limewoodhotel.co.uk/food/afternoon-tea" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lime Wood</a>, Lyndhurst</h2>



<p>Laid-back luxe with pots of panache, Lime Wood&nbsp;is renowned for fantastic afternoon tea spreads. Along with finger sandwiches and homemade scones with clotted cream and New Forest jam, there&#8217;s a tasty array of sweet treats &#8211; including gorgeous chocolate mousse flowerpots. And it’s not restricted to just tea, either. Plump for a G&amp;Tea, complete with a hand-selected gin, or a Sparkling Afternoon Tea with a glass of South Downs English fizz. <em>From £47pp.</em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-four-seasons-hampshire-dogmersfeld"><a href="https://www.fourseasons.com/hampshire/dining/lounges/the-drawing-room/afternoon-tea/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Four Seasons Hampshire</a>, Dogmersfeld</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1125" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2024/04/Afternoon-tea-Four-Seasons-scones-min-1.jpg" alt="Afternoon-tea-Four-seasons-Hampshire" class="wp-image-33619" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2024/04/Afternoon-tea-Four-Seasons-scones-min-1.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2024/04/Afternoon-tea-Four-Seasons-scones-min-1-800x600.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2024/04/Afternoon-tea-Four-Seasons-scones-min-1-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2024/04/Afternoon-tea-Four-Seasons-scones-min-1-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



<p>The Four Seasons is hidden away in beautiful Hampshire countryside with a bucket-list <a href="https://hants.muddystilettos.co.uk/afternoon-tea/afternoon-tea-four-seasons-hampshire/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">afternoon tea</a> worthy of any special occasion. Posh finger sandwiches like smoked trout with watercress, crème fraîche and Avruga caviar combine delicious local ingredients with opulent flavours, all followed by fresh plump scones, beautiful sweet treats and a traditional tea cake. <em>(£75-£85pp).</em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-chewton-glen-hotel-amp-spa-new-forest"><a href="https://www.chewtonglen.com/dine-with-us/book-afternoon-tea/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chewton Glen Hotel &amp; Spa</a>, New Forest</h2>



<p>For next-level indulgence, book in at Chewton Glen in the New Forest, where afternoon tea <em>(£49pp)</em> is served in The Dining Room with glorious views across the grounds. It kicks off with a warm Old Winchester and truffle amuse-bouche before silver service delivers delicate sandwiches and savoury bites, freshly baked scones and a parade of dainty sweet treats.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.spinnakertower.co.uk/high-tea/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Spinnaker Tower</a>, Portsmouth</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="995" height="1000" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2023/03/Spinnaker-Tower-Portsmouth-afternoon-tea-995x1000.jpg" alt="Afternoon tea at the Spinnaker Tower Portsmouth Hampshire" class="wp-image-30137" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2023/03/Spinnaker-Tower-Portsmouth-afternoon-tea-995x1000.jpg 995w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2023/03/Spinnaker-Tower-Portsmouth-afternoon-tea-796x800.jpg 796w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2023/03/Spinnaker-Tower-Portsmouth-afternoon-tea-768x772.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2023/03/Spinnaker-Tower-Portsmouth-afternoon-tea-522x525.jpg 522w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2023/03/Spinnaker-Tower-Portsmouth-afternoon-tea.jpg 1500w" sizes="(max-width: 995px) 100vw, 995px" /></figure>



<p>Well, now we&#8217;re really going up in the world! Have High Tea in the Clouds atop the iconic Spinnaker Tower for £45pp (including general admission ticket to the tower), taking in 23-mile views from the 170m tall tower’s sky-high Clouds Café, overlooking the Solent. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.idealcollection.co.uk/venues/kimbridge-barn/menu/afternoon-tea/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kimbridge Barn</a>, Romsey</h2>



<p>Finger sandwiches filled with lovely local ingredients, delectable cakes, a stunning Test Valley location and (if you&#8217;re in the mood) a delicious gin cocktail or English Sparkling add on. No wonder the tasty afternoon tea is always super popular at this beautiful Muddy Award-winning café and wedding venue. <em>(£25 &#8211; £36pp)</em>.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-isle-of-wight">ISLE OF WIGHT</h3>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-luccombe-hall-hotel-shanklin"><a href="https://luccombehall.co.uk/afternoon-tea/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Luccombe Hall Hotel</a>, Shanklin</h2>



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<p>Live on the island? Pop in to this friendly hotel overlooking the sea for a slap-up afternoon tea <em>(£20-25pp &#8211; book ahead)</em>. Otherwise, hop over on the ferry and enjoy one as part of your <a href="https://luccombehall.co.uk/summer-holiday/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">summer break</a> here, with breakfast, dinner and discounted travel thrown in. Cheers to that! </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://royalhoteliow.co.uk/dining/royal-afternoon-tea" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Royal Hotel</a>, Ventnor</h2>



<p>This super luxe hotel on the Island offers a fantastic afternoon tea in either&nbsp;the gorgeous Brasserie or Geranium Terrace. Located on the south of the Island, it’s been delighting visitors since 1832 (including Queen Victoria, who was apparently a big fan) and is the&nbsp;ideal spot for a super swish tea and cake experience.&nbsp;Served daily from 3pm-5pm, choose from a Royal Afternoon Tea or a Champagne afternoon tea (no guesses which we’d choose).<em> £32-£45pp.</em></p>



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