Afternoon Tea

"Our English/Australian/Indian themed dessert table looked divine! Even better though… it tasted even more divine. Each dessert was a fabulous blend of flavours and tasted as delicious as the first."
DAVINDAR & ANDY
The Menus
The Forager’s Table – £30 per person
A fresh, countryside-inspired menu rooted in Somerset’s spring hedgerows, with foraged highlights and a comforting, homemade feel.
Savouries:
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Roasted Tomato & Ricotta Galettes
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Somerset Brie & Piccalilli Chutney on Granary Bread
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Wiltshire Ham & Mature Cheddar on Wholemeal Bread
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Somerset Beef, Apple & Cider Sausage Rolls
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Mini Cheese & Chive Scones with Local Butter
Sweets:
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Blueberry & Lemon Scones with Clotted Cream
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Carrot, Orange & Honey Cakes with Cream Cheese Icing
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Gooseberry & Crème Fraîche Tartlets
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Rhubarb, Wild Rose & Almond Custard Verrines
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Blackberry & Hazelnut Crumble Bars
The Whimsical Garden Party – £35 per person
A vibrant and imaginative selection of seasonal delights, with playful floral notes, fruity accents, and a countryside charm.
Savouries:
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Mini Somerset Cheddar & Apple Scones with Local Butter
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Asparagus & Goats’ Cheese Tartlets with Lemon Zest
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Smoked Salmon & Dill with Crème Fraîche on Rye Bread
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Somerset Brie & Wiltshire Ham Croissants with Apple Chutney
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Leek, Potato & Cheddar Pasties
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Somerset Roast Beef, Horseradish Cream & Watercress on Soft Brioche
Sweets:
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Buttermilk Scones with Strawberry Compote & Clotted Cream
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Raspberry & White Chocolate Choux Buns
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Rose & Almond Madeleines
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Blackberry & Basil Cheesecake Verrines
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Lemon & Thyme Meringue Nests with Rhubarb Compote
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Dark Chocolate & Cobnut Praline Mousse Pots
The Summer Meadow Tea – £42 per person
An elevated afternoon tea that captures the elegance of Somerset summer—infused with floral notes, orchard fruits, artisan spirits, and patisserie craft.
Savouries:
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Mini Aged Cheddar & Chive Scones with Cultured Butter
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Smoked Salmon, Lemon Crème Fraîche & Chive Blossoms on Rye
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Wiltshire Ham, Pickled Apple & Mustard Cream on Seeded Granary
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Garden Pea, Mint & Goat’s Cheese Quiche
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Lamb, Rosemary & Apricot Sausage Rolls
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Roasted Beetroot, Whipped Feta & Poppy Seed Sandwiches on Brioche
Sweets:
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Black Bee Summer Honey Scones with Clotted Cream & Strawberry Jam
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Elderflower Swiss Roll with Lemon Curd & Cheddar Strawberry Compote
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Paris-Brest with Blackberry Cream, Hazelnut Crunch & Cookie Craquelin
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White Chocolate, Rhubarb & Almond Opera Cake soaked in Rhubarb Vodka
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Peach & Honey Cake Squares with Whipped Ganache
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Black Forest Verrines with Dark Chocolate, Wild Cherry & Vanilla Cream
The Frosted Orchard Tea – £42 per person
A comforting winter feast inspired by Somerset’s orchards and countryside—full of warm spices, roasted roots, and festive richness with an elegant twist.
Savouries:
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Mini Smoked Applewood & Thyme Scones with Whipped Butter
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Roast Turkey, Cranberry & Tarragon Cream on Seeded Granary
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Honey-Glazed Ham & Spiced Pear Chutney on Brioche
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Roasted Butternut Squash & Sage Quiche
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Somerset Beef, Apple & Cider Sausage Rolls
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Beetroot-Cured Salmon & Horseradish Crème Fraîche on Rye
Sweets:
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Spiced Sultana Scones with Brandy Butter & Clotted Cream
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Pear & Bay Swiss Roll with Vanilla Cream
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Sticky Toffee Paris-Brest with Salted Caramel Cream & Pecan Praline
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Dark Chocolate & Orange Opera Cake with Cider Syrup
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Apple & Chestnut Cake Squares with Brown Butter Ganache
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Blackberry & Spiced Red Wine Verrines with Cobnut Crumble
The Somerset Signature Luxury Tea – £60 per person
A showstopping afternoon tea designed to impress — full of seasonal Somerset ingredients, luxurious touches, and patisserie-level finesse. Beautifully finished with edible flowers, fresh herbs, and gold leaf accents.
Savouries:
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Truffle & Parmesan Scones with Lemon Butter
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Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder with Mint & Feta on Brioche
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Smoked Salmon & Avocado on Landrace Sourdough with Lemon & Capers
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Wild Garlic & Ricotta Galettes with Lemon Crème Fraîche
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Somerset Duck & Cider Terrine with Apple & Rosemary Jelly on Crostini
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Ogilshield Cheddar & Caramelised Fig Tartlets
Sweets:
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Somerset Strawberry Scones with Clotted Cream & Caramelised Honey Butter
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Milk Chocolate & Black Bee Honey Ganache Tart with Gold Leaf
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Rosewater & Pistachio Opera Cake with Crystallised Rose Petals
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Lemon & Elderflower Panna Cotta with Wild Berry Compote
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Wild Cherry & Almond Frangipane Tart with Edible Flowers
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Elderflower & Raspberry Madeleines Dipped in White Chocolate
The Tailored Table – from £48 per person
A completely bespoke afternoon tea experience designed to reflect your vision, seasonal ingredients, and the flavours you love.
This fully customisable menu includes a selection of 6 savoury and 6 sweet items tailored to your event theme, colour palette, and personal tastes.
Optional extras include: showpiece cakes, shared desserts, DIY styling kits, custom signage, and more.
Next Steps
Whether you're planning a beautifully styled baby shower, a garden gathering, or a wedding day treat, my afternoon teas are made to bring a sense of celebration to the table. Here's how it works:
Start by filling in the Afternoon Tea Enquiry Form with your date, guest numbers, and venue. I’ll get back to you with availability, menus, and pricing. Mondays are my admin days, so if you send your enquiry over the weekend, I’ll usually reply early in the week.
You can choose from one of my seasonal menus or go fully bespoke. Extras like cutting cakes, dessert towers, and tableware hire can all be added.
Once we’ve finalised the details, I’ll send over your quote and booking form. A 25% deposit secures your date. We’ll confirm everything again closer to your event.
Option 1: Full Styling & Setup
If you’d like the full experience, I’ll take care of the setup on the day so your table is as beautiful as the bakes themselves.
I’ll arrive with everything needed to style your tea table — cake stands, risers, linens, fresh flowers, and decorative props — and make sure everything is presented beautifully before your guests arrive. Afterwards, I’ll return to collect all hire items and pack everything down for you.
Perfect if you want everything taken care of from start to finish.
Option 2: Drop-Off Only
Prefer to style things your way? I’ll deliver everything boxed and ready to plate, and if you’d like a few suggestions for layout or styling tips, I’m happy to include those too.
You’ll still get the same handmade bakes and seasonal menu options, just without the setup or return visit.
This is a lovely option for more relaxed celebrations, or if your venue already provides styling.
What is Included
Afternoon Tea is served banquet-style, with beautifully arranged platters designed for guests to help themselves. It’s an elegant, relaxed way to enjoy seasonal bakes together.
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One of each item per guest
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Your choice of set menu or fully bespoke
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Minimum booking: £700
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Allergen and ingredient guide provided on delivery
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Optional delivery, styling and cake add-ons available
Optional Add-Ons
Two-Tier Cutting Cake
Add a beautiful centrepiece cake to complement your tea table:
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Naked or Semi-Naked with Seasonal Florals – from £160
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Fully Decorated Showpiece Cake – from £220
(Serves approx. 40 guests – additional portions available on request)
Styling & Setup
Want your afternoon tea table to look as magical as it tastes?
Full Styling & Setup – from £180
Includes on-site setup, display props, stands, risers, seasonal florals, signage, and next-day collection of all styling items.
Drop-Off Only – no extra charge
All items delivered freshly prepared and ready to plate. A suggested layout guide can be included if you’d like a little styling support.
Styling Upgrades:
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Fresh Seasonal Flowers – from £45
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Bespoke Hand-Lettered Signage – from £25
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Fabric Table Runners & Styling Textures – from £30
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Themed Styling or Colour Matching – custom quote
All styling is carefully selected to suit your venue and the season.
Delivery
Delivery is available and quoted based on your location and venue access.
If you'd prefer to collect, this can be arranged for certain bookings.