The concept of ‘Afternoon Tea’ was established as a mini meal in Britain from the early 1840s to sate people’s appetites in anticipation for the evening meal typically around 8pm.
A typical afternoon tea comprises sandwiches, cakes, pastries and scones with clotted cream and jam.
This afternoon ritual is still carried out today for both the purpose of celebrations and for informal get-togethers with friends and family.
We consulted Google Reviews to put together a list of the highest ranked places to go for afternoon tea in Northamptonshire.
9. The Dining Room
This tea room in Northampton ranked 4.6 out of five stars on Google Reviews. One reviewer, three months ago, said: “Five stars minimum! Great, flexible service, pandemic-adapted brilliantly. The food was packaged beautifully for the takeaway afternoon tea I ordered for 7, the food was absolutely delicious and I really honestly can't wait to go back!” Photo: The Dining Room
10. The Apothocoffee Shop
This shop in Earls Barton, Northampton ranked 4.5 out of five stars on Google Reviews. One visitor commented: “What can I say this is a lovely place for coffee or lunch or to celebrate any occasion. My family surprised us with a lovely gathering for our ruby wedding it was wonderful for food and everything else staff went out of way to accommodate our family and friends." Photo: The Apothocoffee Shop
11. The Blitz Tea Rooms and Jazz Lounge
This tea room in Kettering ranked 4.5 out of five stars on Google Reviews. One person, who visited a week ago, said: “Just had a lovely cream tea at this warm and welcoming tea room, with my mum, my daughter and my granddaughter. Mum loved the wartime decor and music, it took her back to her younger days and being in the forces, a real trip down memory lane.” Photo: The Blitz Tea Rooms and Jazz Lounge