Vineyard afternoon tea in the Midlands & Yorkshire

An afternoon tea is always a special treat but imagine enjoying one at a vineyard where you can devour sweet and savoury delights accompanied by wine produced from the surrounding vines.

You’ll find vineyards all over the country offering afternoon tea – some are bookable on a regular basis, and others are just on special occasions (like Mother’s Day).

Here’s a roundup of six sensational vineyards in the Midlands and Yorkshire where you can prebook afternoon tea.

Kerry Vale Vineyard in Mongomery, Shropshire has a delightful café where you can indulge in finely cut sandwiches with classic fillings, freshly baked scones with and a selection of delicious sweet treats – and the sparkling version includes a glass of their Sparkling English Wine. It’s served Wednesday – Sunday and must be booked at least 48 hours in advance. You can also buy afternoon tea vouchers which make a fabulous gift. Why not combine with a self-guided tour?  

Halfpenny Green Wine Estate in Bobbingdon, Staffordshire offer traditional high teas in their Countryside Restaurant & Tea Rooms. Enjoy a selection of finger sandwiches, homemade cream cakes and scones, all served on vintage fine-bone china. It’s available every day until 3pm but must be booked at least 24 hours in advance. You can also purchase High Tea gift vouchers.    

Hanwell Wine Estate, Melton Mowbray, Nottinghamshire has a Café Bar which opens every Friday and Saturday afternoon from 1pm during May – September. If you’re going on a tour you can pre-book afternoon tea to enjoy afterwards. If you drop in for an impromptu drink there’s always luxury scones with jam and cream on the menu.

Carlton Towers, Carlton, Yorkshire is a stately home with its own walled garden vineyard. There are a few dates each summer when you can enjoy pre-booked afternoon tea in the vineyard. If you can’t make one of those there’s still an option to prebook afternoon tea in the Stables Tearoom which open daily and has views of the vines.     

Laurel Vines, Driffield, Yorkshire offers afternoon tea on selected Fridays. You must book places in advance. The generous afternoon tea includes finger sandwiches, savoury pastries and quiche slices, delicious cakes & sweet treats and fruity or plain scones. Make it extra special by adding a glass of sparkling wine. While you are there, take the opportunity to stroll around the vineyard at your leisure.        

Yorkshire Heart near York offers an afternoon tea experience in its Winehouse Café overlooking the vines or you can choose to sit on the outdoor patio. It’s bookable in advance on their website. Expect a delicious selection of homemade sweet and savoury treats, including sandwiches, scones and cream cakes. Of course, there’s the opportunity to purchase their award-winning wines by the glass or bottle. Gift vouchers are available.

If you’re now dreaming of a vineyard afternoon tea, it’s time to set a date and get one booked.