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Afternoon Tea at Ellenborough Park, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

Afternoon Tea at Ellenborough Park

4.5 (7)
£26 to £40
Afternoon Tea
Southam Ln, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL52 3NJ

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
Dating back to the 1830s, afternoon tea was first imagined by the Duchess of Bedford, and nearly 200 years later, this cherished ritual remains as delightful as ever.

At Ellenborough Park, we invite you to experience this beloved and timeless tradition. Set in The Great Hall, the oldest part of our Manor House dating back to the 15th century. Start with your choice of teas, freshly brewed coffee, or our homemade infusions like hot ginger or fresh mint. Then, savour a seasonal sumptuous spread of delicate sandwiches, savory bites, freshly baked scones, and handcrafted sweet treats.

Celebrating a special occasion? Elevate your experience with a glass of fizz, our signature Ellenborough Park gin and tonic, or a perfectly crafted cocktail for an added touch of indulgence.

For our youngest guests, a Mini Afternoon Tea ensures everyone in the family can join in the fun.

Join us to relish the best Afternoon Tea in the heart of the Cotswolds.

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What 7 people are saying

Afternoon Tea at Ellenborough Park reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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7 Reviews
  1. Theresa

    Hampshire3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience we will definitely be coming back. Made my birthday really special.

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  2. Rob

    London4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The quality of the food in the afternoon tea was fantastic, we were welcomed and well looked after and the venue and location of our table was amazing. Our only gripe is that we had searched across the Cotswolds for an Easter-themed afternoon tea menu; this was the only one we found and was the basis for our decision to visit, so it was somewhat disappointing that there was not one nod to Easter in the entire food offering that we could discern - not a chocolate, not an egg, not even a chick or a bunny. Definitely a first world problem, and we would still recommend Ellenborough Park highly, but we thought this was a bit odd.

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  3. Richard

    Gloucestershire1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great selection of teas. Meat tray and scones was delicious however the dessert wasn’t quiet to our taste. Service was good and the nook was cosy.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Gloucestershire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Afternoon tea in this beautiful country setting was a lovely experience. Excellent service by great staff and lovely food

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  5. Sarah

    Gloucestershire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best vegan afternoon tea EVER !! We pre-booked an afternoon tea for a family celebration, and we were absolutely delighted with the thought,consideration and variety of delicious savoury and sweet items presented to us. Many hotels simply take items away that aren't suitable for a specific dietary requirement, but the staff had put so much thought and effort into providing delicious plant based substitutes. We sat down in the magnificent but cosy Great Hall and were presented with a book of teas to choose from ! All the teas were loose leaf and of a superior quality, which added to our experience. The afternoon tea arrived, most professionally presented and delivered to our table,and it even included a plant based charcuterie board which we had never tried before,as most establishments would not take the trouble. So overall we were absolutely delighted and would like to express our thanks to all the staff at Ellenborough Park for going to the trouble to make our special day that extra bit more special.

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  6. Jackie

    Aberdeen1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful grounds and building. The room was lovely and cozy, very regal and we loved the open fire. Food amazing, plentiful, tea choices good, cocktails fab!

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  7. John VIP

    New York City15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful setting that looks like it was pulled from a storybook. Tea and food we're among the best I've had. The Welsh rarebit was a treat.

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Afternoon Tea at Ellenborough Park is rated 4.5 stars by 7 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United Kingdom
  3. Gloucestershire/Wiltshire
  4. Cheltenham
  5. Cheltenham

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for Afternoon Tea at Ellenborough Park

Southam Ln, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL52 3NJ

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Cheltenham
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 2:00 pm–4:30 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Afternoon Tea
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access
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