Afternoon tea beneath the chandeliers at Claridge’s
Since 1859, afternoon tea at Claridge’s has been one of London’s great rituals.
An afternoon made for lingering.
Afternoon tea at Claridge’s is as much about the setting as what arrives on the table. Settle beneath the chandeliers, choose from an extensive tea selection and let the afternoon unfold over delicate sandwiches, warm scones and something sweet. In winter, there is something particularly appealing about stepping in from the cold and staying awhile.
A ritual refined over generations.
The striped crockery, attentive service and carefully considered details have become part of the Claridge's experience. Tea arrives first, followed by sandwiches, scones and pastries, a sequence that has remained reassuringly familiar over the years.
A little ceremony with it.
There is an ease to being looked after here, from the first cup of tea to the final pastry. A pianist plays from the corner of the room, while the Art Deco interiors give the whole occasion a sense of theatre without ever feeling formal for the sake of it.
Christmas, reimagined every year.
Each December, a different designer is invited to create the tree in Claridge's black-and-white foyer. The tradition began in 2009 with John Galliano's underwater-inspired design for Dior, followed by contributions from names including Karl Lagerfeld and Dolce & Gabbana. Each brings something new to the space while working with its unmistakable Art Deco character.
