Afternoon Tea at The Milestone with optional Champagne
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Afternoon Tea at The Milestone with optional Champagne
105 mins
Low
Non-guided
Enjoy an Afternoon Tea experience at a luxurious 5-star boutique hotel overlooking Kensington Palace, the birthplace of Queen Victoria, and the former home of Princess Diana.Afternoon Tea as a specific meal did not evolve until the beginning of the 19th century, although the drink had been popular since its introduction in 1559. Anna, Duchess of Bedford, invented the meal to fill the time between early luncheon and late dinner which she felt proved to be the low point of many a country house party.
MILESTONE AFTERNOON TEA
Afternoon Tea as a specific meal did not evolve until the beginning of the 19th century, although the drink had been popular since its introduction in 1559. Anna, Duchess of Bedford, invented the meal to fill the time between early luncheon and late dinner, which she felt was the low point of many a country house party.
As time progressed, it became a meal surrounded by etiquette and very strange customs; silver teapots, delicate china, cake stands, starched napkins, whether to pour the milk before or after the tea?
The heyday of Afternoon Tea was in the days of the British Empire when the ‘Sahib’ and his family, having taken early luncheon, would have to wait until the cool of the late evening to take dinner. At this point, the fashionable hotels took wholeheartedly to the serving of traditional afternoon and Devonshire cream teas.
A RITUAL FIT FOR ROYALTY
Highly commended at the 2019 Afternoon Tea awards, Afternoon Tea at The Milestone is upheld in its finest form. Served in either Cheneston's Restaurant, the Park Lounge or the Conservatory, choose from a vast array of teas at your leisure, and in fine surroundings and experience the superior service for which The Milestone is recognised.
Please arrive at the hotel 15 minutes before your booked time. Tickets are only valid for the date and time shown on your ticket
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Allergies/Dietary Restrictions: Please inform us of any dietary requirements at least 48 hours in advance, including requests for Vegetarian, Vegan or Gluten-Free Afternoon Teas. Due to the nature of their business and offering the hotel cannot guarantee 100% allergen or intolerant-free recipes/dishes
Dress Code: Smart casual. We respectfully ask guests to refrain from wearing sportswear, flip-flops, and non-tailored shorts. Guest not adhering to the dress code policy will not be permitted entry into our restaurants and bars
The location of your Afternoon Tea will be subject to availability
Champagne only served to adults 18+ (where including Champagne option selected)
Menus shown are samples and subject to variations
Afternoon Tea at The Milestone Hotel (excluding Champagne option)£85.00
Afternoon Tea at The Milestone Hotel (excluding Champagne option) - Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea experience at a luxurious 5-star boutique hotel overlooking Kensington Palace (glass of Champagne not included).
Afternoon Tea at The Milestone with Champagne£98.00
Afternoon Tea at The Milestone with Champagne - Enjoy an Afternoon Tea experience at a luxurious 5-star boutique hotel overlooking Kensington Palace (including a glass of Champagne per adult).
Highlights
Afternoon tea at The Milestone Hotel dating back to 1689 and once home to Ambassadors and Barons
Freshly-baked scones piled high with clotted cream and accompanied with home-made preserves
Optional Extra: Enhance your Afternoon Tea with a glass of Champagne