Afternoon Tea Awards 2024 - Award of Excellence 

The Langham, London’s new Afternoon Tea celebrates the hotel’s unique heritage as the birthplace of Afternoon Tea during the Victorian era. The Langham, London was the first hotel to serve Afternoon Tea commercially in 1865 and we are very proud to serve our modern interpretation of it.
Everything from the design of the crockery, tea stands and menu curation takes inspiration from our Victorian roots.

To begin, guests will be introduced to the history of Afternoon Tea and the hotel’s pivotal role in that story, whilst enjoying a glass of bubbles. Dainty finger sandwiches and savouries will then be served, including Roast chicken, Classic cucumber, Gentleman’s Relish, and Devilled quail’s egg. To follow, a selection of delicate, jewel-like cakes and pastries such as Rose-infused baba with lychee and mascarpone and Orange blossom cream with almond madeleine. Guests will then enjoy our signature warm scones with Cornish clotted cream and homemade seasonal preserves, before the show stopping finale of a sharing seasonal trifle.  

Served on bespoke chinaware by British designer William Edwards, the tea service features floral motifs reflective of 19th century designs. In partnership with JING Tea, a selection of teas have been tailored to complement the menu, comprising of The Langham’s own Breakfast blend, Darjeeling 2nd Flush, Phoenix Honey Orchid and Jasmine Silver Needle. Adding to the experience, a new cocktail list has been created to compliment the afternoon tea, with the flavours of Earl Grey, Rooibos and Hibiscus, Matcha and Chai, infused into an array of tempting serves. 

Palm Court also warmly welcomes young diners for afternoon tea. The Children's menu features triangular sandwiches of Cucumber and cream cheese and Roast ham, bite-size scones, and playful cakes resembling Victorian toys from the era, Spinning Top and Dice, all served on miniature cake stands and teaware.

The Langham’s new Afternoon Tea will be served Wednesday to Sunday, 12.30–5pm, priced from £85pp for adults and £50pp for children. 

Set in the heart of the Capital, The Langham, London is just a 5-minute stroll from Oxford Circus Underground Station.