Time for Tea in the New Forest!

BASINGSTOKE, U.K. - April 30, 2018 - PRLog -- Afternoon tea has never been more popular and, when the sun is shining, sitting outside tucking into scones, cakes and a cup of Earl Grey well, life doesn't get any better!   The New Forest has a huge choice of venues when it comes to afternoon tea, and here are just some ideas to whet the appetite for a tasty tea in the springtime sunshine….

Golf & Tea at The Bell Inn at Brook (near Lyndhurst)

The Bell Inn has an afternoon deal with a distinct difference; 18 holes on Bramshaw Golf Course (the oldest in Hampshire) followed by an indulgent tea with plentiful cakes!  The package costs from £29.95.  Call 02380 812 214 (www.bellinn-newforest.co.uk).

Royal Tea at the Montagu Arms, Beaulieu

The Montagu Arms will be running a Royal afternoon tea throughout May to celebrate the royal wedding. Flavours celebrate iconic British ingredients, including a mini treat inspired by Harry and Meghan's wedding cake; usually royal wedding cakes are made of fruit, but the couple have chosen lemon and elderflower!  Delights include sandwiches, Apple Crumble, Lemon and Elderflower Drizzle Cake and Beaulieu Strawberry and Cream Tart. From £24 and available throughout May.

Call 01590 612324 (www.montaguarmshotel.co.uk).

Tennis & Tea at Chewton Glen, New Milton

Afternoon tea at Chewton Glen, the five star luxury hotel at New Milton, is an institution!  The standard offering is £29.50 per person, and there is a special Wimbledon-themed tea available from 2-15 July which includes a glass of Sipsmith Summer Cup on arrival (£25). Call 01425 282 212 (www.chewtonglen.com).

Afternoon Tea at Lime Wood, Lyndhurst

Lime Wood's Full Afternoon Tea includes a selection of finger sandwiches, homemade scones, clotted cream & strawberry jam and sticky eclairs, with a choice of tea. You can also choose a big slice of homemade cake, and if you still have room, tuck into the daily pick and mix treats. From £30.  Call 023 8028 7177 (www.limewoodhotel.co.uk).

Chocolate Heaven at Woodlands Lodge Hotel, Ashurst

In addition to regular teas, Woodlands Lodge also offers a special Chocoholics afternoon tea!  It includes milk chocolate ganache, chocolate tart, selection of cakes, shortbread, scones, Roddas clotted cream & Boddingtons strawberry jam, and sandwiches.  From £20.  Call 02380 292 257 (www.woodlands-lodge.co.uk.

Afternoon Tea at Macdonald Elmers Court, Lymington

Should the weather turn sour, Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel serves afternoon tea in the relaxed atmosphere of the Scottish Steakhouse where children are also welcome and can use the outdoor play area.  Tea includes an array of fresh finger sandwiches, warm baked scones with Devonshire clotted cream, pastries, cakes and macaroons.  From £23.  Call 0344 879 9060 (www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk).

Afternoon Tea, here, there & everywhere at New Park Manor!

Child-friendly New Park Manor near Brockenhurst, offers the option of enjoying an afternoon tea in one of the comfortable lounges, the Juice Bar at the spa, the outdoor seating areas or even in the comfort of your own bedroom!  Full tea costs £18.95.  Call 01590 623 467 (www.newparkmanorhotel.co.uk).

Many of the hotels offer special discounts, including afternoon tea, for holders of the Go New Forest card which is available for £10.

The card is valid until 31 December 2018 and is available to buy online at www.card.gonewforest.com (the website also has a complete listing of where savings can be made).

For further information of afternoon tea options in the New Forest, plus ideas of places to stay and things to do visit www.thenewforest.co.uk.