Afternoon Tea Week 2022: 10 of the best places for afternoon tea in Newcastle according to Tripadvisor reviews

Whether it’s rain or shine, there’s always time for afternoon tea.

What’s more, it’s Afternoon Tea Week, so you have even more reason to indulge in some scones with clotted cream and jam and celebrate one of the best British traditions.

Afternoon Tea Week, which runs from August 8 to August 14, is a whole week dedicated to the ultimate post-lunch delicacies.

So, where should  you go with your friends and family in Newcastle to indulge in these delightful treats?

Here are the top 10 places for afternoon tea, according to Tripadvisor reviews.

What are the best places to have afternoon tea in Newcastle?

The Running Fox

Where: Farne Road, Shilbottle, Alnwick NE66 2XX England

Rating: 5/5

“Fab food, massive portions”

“Fantastic home cooked food, great choice, big portions”

“Absolutely delicious cakes and generous amounts of tea”

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Six 

Where: South Shore Road Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, Gateshead NE8 3BA England

Rating: 4/5

“Delicious afternoon tea”

“Superb food”

“Excellent selection of sandwiches, scones and cakes”

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Jesmond Dene House

Where: Jesmond Dene Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 2EY England

Rating: 4.5/5

“Fresh food, warm scones”

“Absolutely fantastic afternoon tea”

“The best afternoon tea I’ve ever had”

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Matfen Hall

Where: Jesmond Dene Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 2EY England

Rating: 4/5

“Afternoon tea hit the spot”

“Fabulous afternoon tea”

“Wonderful afternoon tea”

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Cafe 21 at Fenwick

Where: Northumberland Street First floor, French salon, Newcastle upon Tyne NE99 1AR England

Rating: 4/5

“Fabulous afternoon tea”

“Fabulous afternoon on the terrace”

“Very classy and absolutely delicious snacks”

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The Vermont Hotel

Where: Castle Garth, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1RQ England

Rating: 4/5

“Great price, great place”

“A perfect choice”

“Absolutely delicious”

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Marco Pierre White Newcastle

Where: 2-8 Fenkle Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 5XN England

Rating: 4/5

“Wonderful afternoon tea”

“Would definitely recommend”

“Unbelievably delicious”

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Delicious Decadence

Where: 2 Newlands Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 3NT England

Rating: 4.5/5

“Lovely for brunch”

“Light fluffy scones, plenty of sandwiches”

“So much choice of sandwiches”

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Malmaison Newcastle

Where: 104 Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3DX England

Rating: 4.5/5

“Delicious afternoon tea (the best I’ve ever had)”

“Food was amazing, beautifully presented”

“Delicious food and amazing service”

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Crowne Plaza Newcastle

Where: Forth Street Forth Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3SA England

Rating: 4.5/5

“Delicious afternoon tea”

“Food was outstanding and the staff were attentive and extremely efficient.”

“The afternoon tea itself was also wonderful with a range of choices”

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