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Afternoon Tea at greenwoods

Elegant, Indulgent, Delightfully British

Take time to indulge with a tiered selection of scones, savouries and sweets — served with your favourite tea and coffee.

The Quintessential Treat

Afternoon Tea at Greenwoods is a long-standing tradition, served seven days a week in our Lounge Bar. With vintage china, and carefully crafted tiers of sweet and savoury delights, it's an experience that turns a simple afternoon into something special.

Perfect for celebrations or simply catching up with friends, it's the ultimate indulgence — beautifully served in the heart of Essex.

You can book your Afternoon Tea directly or purchase it as a thoughtful gift voucher for someone special. Click the 'Book Afternoon Tea' button below to get started.

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Visiting us this December? Our regular Afternoon Tea takes on a festive flavour throughout the Christmas season — and on two special dates, you can also join us for A Very Merry Afternoon Tea with live music. Discover more below.

A Very Merry Afternoon Tea

Two special afternoons of festive favourites, live music and Christmas sparkle

Join us for one of two extra-special festive afternoon teas at Greenwoods this December.

Settle into the cosy surroundings of our lounge and enjoy a beautifully presented festive afternoon tea with a glass of spritz, while our live singer performs some of your favourite Christmas songs. Add a treat or two, good company and plenty of seasonal cheer, and it is the perfect excuse to slow down and enjoy a wonderfully merry afternoon together.

  • Sunday 6th December 2026 - £52 per person 
  • Wednesday 23rd December 2026 - £47 per person 
  • 2:00pm–4:30pm
  • Festive afternoon tea
  • Glass of spritz
  • Live singer performing Christmas favourites

Fancy joining us for one of our Very Merry Afternoon Teas? Click or tap below and you’ll be taken to our secure Christmas booking form with this special event already selected.

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Looking for Our Regular Afternoon Tea?

You don’t need to wait for one of our special live-music dates to enjoy afternoon tea at Greenwoods this Christmas.

Our regular Afternoon Tea service continues throughout December, with festive menus and seasonal touches available in the restaurant and lounge. These bookings are handled through our usual restaurant reservations and are separate from the Very Merry Afternoon Tea events above.

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Traditional or Vegan — Always Delicious

For every guest, for every taste — the Greenwoods Afternoon Tea awaits

Our Afternoon Tea includes:

  • A selection of delicate finger sandwiches
  • Freshly baked plain and fruit scones with clotted cream and jam
  • A rotating selection of patisserie and cakes
  • Your choice of premium teas or freshly brewed coffee

Vegan and gluten-free options are available — just let us know your dietary requirements when booking.

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Pricing & Availability

Monday–Thursday (Jan–Nov):
Traditional or Vegan — £32.50 pp
Sparkling (includes a glass of bubbles) — £37.50 pp

Friday–Sunday (Jan–Nov):
Traditional or Vegan — £36.50 pp
Sparkling — £41.50 pp

Festive Afternoon Tea is available in December — please use the enquiry form below or call for details.

Please note:
Maximum booking size is 6. Larger groups will require hire of our Library Suite — perfect for baby showers and bridal teas.

Gift Vouchers are also available — perfect for birthdays or thoughtful surprises.

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Afternoon Tea Booking

Ready to enjoy a touch of indulgence?

You can now reserve your Afternoon Tea experience instantly using our new live booking form below. Simply select your preferred date, time, and number of guests to confirm your booking.

Afternoon Tea is served in our Lounge Bar, offering a relaxed and elegant setting — perfect for catching up with friends, family, or celebrating a special occasion.

**Please be aware all deposit payments are non refundable. If you have a gift voucher please contact the reservations team on 01277 829990 as you will not need to pay a deposit.

Please note: Afternoon Tea can only be booked between 14:00 and 17:00.

You may book for up to 8 guests online.

For parties of more than 8, please contact Reservations on +44 (0)1277 829990 (Option 1), and we’ll be delighted to arrange a private room where you’ll be more comfortable.

We look forward to welcoming you soon for a truly indulgent Afternoon Tea at Greenwoods.

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