Indulgent treats in historic surroundings
Enjoy a classic or sparkling afternoon tea at the historic Port Lympne Hotel or on the Western Terrace at the heart of Port Lympne Reserve in Kent. You'll be taking tea in the same surroundings as Winston Churchill, Charlie Chaplin and many other famous former guests to the historic mansion house, from just £34*.
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*A valid admission ticket, Annual Pass or short break booking is also required.
Short break guests and annual pass holders can book by calling 01303 234101 or emailing restaurants@portlympne.com
Home made & locally sourced
Afternoon tea is served on traditional tiers, layered with a selection of finger sandwiches and savoury bites, delicate pastries and desserts and of course scones with plenty of clotted cream and seasonal jams. Our selection of loose leaf teas or coffee are the perfect accompaniment to your traditional Kent afternoon tea experience. For a special occasion, upgrade your booking to our Sparkling Afternoon Tea by asking your server on arrival or by calling the reservations team on 01303 234101.
Our chefs take great pride in sourcing the finest quality local ingredients and serving seasonal home made dishes to delight our guests.
Afternoon Tea Sample Menu Children's Afternoon Tea Sample Menu Vegetarian Afternoon Tea Sample Menu Vegan Afternoon Tea Sample Menu Gluten Free Afternoon Tea Sample Menu Dairy & Gluten Free Afternoon Tea Sample Menu
How to book your afternoon tea
An afternoon tea experience is the perfect way to end a day of exploring the Reserve and working up an appetite while you spot the endangered animals dotted around the Kent countryside. Pre-book your table for an afternoon of indulgent treats at the historic mansion set within 14 acres of landscaped gardens. Make your experience extra special by celebrating with a bottle of bubbly! Please ask a member of staff upon arrival or call us to upgrade your classic afternoon tea booking to our sparkling afternoon tea.
Afternoon tea is served at 12pm, 12:30pm, 1pm, 2:30pm & 3pm daily.
£34per adult* or £20per child*, pre-booking is essential and must be booked at least 2 hours in advance (we recommend booking 24 hours in advance for any food allergies to avoid disappointment). Add a glass of prosecco for £7 or a glass of award-winning Gusbourne sparkling wine for £12, by calling the reservations team or ask your server on arrival.
*A valid admission ticket, Annual Pass or short break booking is also required.
Short break guests and annual pass holders can book by calling 01303 234101 or emailing restaurants@portlympne.com
Please call the reservations team on 01303 234101 or email us for more information.
BOOK YOUR TABLE BUY GIFT VOUCHER
Booking terms & conditions
- A valid admission ticket, Annual Pass, or short break booking is also required.
- Non refundable deposit required at the point of booking
- Pre-booking is essential
- Truck safari is subject to availability
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Our Heritage
Overlooking Romney Marsh and the English Channel, the historic Grade II* listed Port Lympne Mansion is surrounded by 600 acres of magnificent private parkland. For over a century, Port Lympne has entertained royalty, aristocracy, prominent politicians and playwrights.
Famous guests
Throughout the roaring 20s, notable guests included Charlie Chaplin, the Prince of Wales, Lord Mountbatten, Sir Winston Churchill and T.E. Lawrence.
Find us
Port Lympne Reserve, Lympne (Nr Hythe), Kent, United Kingdom, CT21 4LR
