The great heritage of English afternoon tea is still massively popular- with so many places to chose from to visit.
Many opt for afternoon tea with the ladies in their lives to enjoy a traditional mix of sandwiches and scones in a beautiful setting.
Also, there is an excuse for those of us wanting to enjoy an afternoon to relax and unwind with friends/family- with Mothers Day around the corner this could be the perfect opportunity to get booked into somewhere nice.
Here are 10 great places you can get a sumptuous afternoon tea in west London:
Teanamu Chaya Teahouse
For a traditional Chinese afternoon tea, head to Teanamu Chaya Teahouse. They serve authentic Chinese dishes such as black lychee tea and soft marshmallows dusted with green tea. A self-boiling kettle on each table mean you can re-fill whenever you need.
You can also make the most of their gift options including a tea lovers masterclass and tea club membership options.
Teanamu Chaya Teahouse, Coach House, 14a St Luke's Road, Notting Hill, W11 1DP - 020 7243 0374
Dorsett
Dorsett boasts stylish surroundings to indulge in afternoon tea, with the hotel overlooking Shepherd's Bush Green. They serve a classic afternoon tea with sandwiches, home-made scones and a selection of sweet delights, as well as a sparkling afternoon tea for further celebration!
Book from 2pm-5pm Monday- Sunday for the hotels afternoon tea from £24.
Dorsett, 58 Shepherd's Bush Green, Shepherd's Bush, W12 8QE - 020 3262 1026
The Doll's House on the Hill
A vintage-inspired café serving cute cupcakes and retro teas in a picturesque setting.
Minimum spend per person £19.95.
The Doll's House on the Hill, 44 High Street, Harrow, HA1 3LL - 020 8864 9100
Sanctum
Sanctum in Soho offers a gentleman's afternoon tea, which consists of red meat, carbs and booze, as well as chocolate fudge cake with Jack Daniels ice cream and a cigar... Perfect for an indulgent afternoon treat!
Afternoon tea is £35 including a glass of prosecco.
Sanctum Soho Hotel, 20 Warwick Street, Soho, W1B 5NF - 020 7292 6100
Petersham Hotel
The Petersham Hotel commands unspoilt panoramic views of the River Thames and the surrounding meadow. You can enjoy a delicious afternoon tea of traditional finger sandwiches, sumptuous Petersham pastries, scones with clotted cream and jam and a selection of fine teas. The hotel themes its afternoon teas depending on the time of year.
Served 3.30pm - 5.30pm from Monday - Friday
3.00pm – 5.30pm on Saturdays
4.00pm – 5.30pm on Sundays
Afternoon Tea £27.50
The Petersham Hotel, Nightingale Lane, Richmond, TW10 6UZ - 020 8940 7471
The Milestone Hotel
This Kensington hotel offers a luxurious countryside atmosphere with a view across Kensington Gardens.
Afternoon tea prices range from £48- £125 for two.
The Milestone Hotel, 1 Kensington Court, Kensington, W8 5DL - 020 7917 1000
Bluebird Chelsea
Classic cocktails and dainty treats make this a brilliant place to go for an afternoon tea treat. Rumor has it, the Bluebird is a popular haunt for the Made in Chelsea cast!
champagne afternoon tea is £55 for two.
Bluebird Chelsea, 350 King's Road, Chelsea, SW3 5UU - 020 7559 1000
The Berkeley
Their famous afternoon tea, Prêt-à-Portea, is inspired by the changing colours of the fashion world, the menu switching every six months to correspond to the latest trends. With a dress code of "elegant smart casual" make sure you're dressed up to visit!
Book the Fashionista Afternoon tea for £52 per person or champagne afternoon tea for £62 per person.
The Berkeley, Wilton Place, Knightsbridge, SW1X 7RL - 020 7235 6000
The Drawing Room café
The famed café in Fulham Palace overlooks the palace gardens and offers a variety of pastries, sandwiches, cakes and buns. The menu changes according to the season, so expect summertime treats this August!
Lunches and teas from £5.
The Drawing Room Café, Fulham Palace, Bishop's Avenue, Fulham, SW6 6EA - 020 7736 3233
Gallery Mess
Part of the Saatchi Gallery, the tea room a lovely, airy space. Enjoy a selection of cakes and biscuits, or add a pot of Hendricks tea (wild berry, orange and Hendricks gin).
Afternoon tea is from £17.50 for one.
Gallery Mess, Duke of York's HQ, King's Road, Chelsea, SW3 4RY - 0207 730 8135