{"id":2547,"date":"2021-08-05T12:32:35","date_gmt":"2021-08-05T19:32:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kathleenphipps.com\/?p=2547"},"modified":"2021-08-05T12:32:35","modified_gmt":"2021-08-05T19:32:35","slug":"the-perfect-itinerary-for-an-11-day-tearoom-tour-of-the-uk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kathleenphipps.com\/it\/the-perfect-itinerary-for-an-11-day-tearoom-tour-of-the-uk\/","title":{"rendered":"The Perfect Itinerary for an 11 Day Tearoom Tour of the UK"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Perfect Itinerary for an 11 Day Tearoom Tour of the UK<\/h1>\n
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This is my guide to planning a tour of the best tearooms in the UK. Read more below to find out more about how you can plan your own tearoom trip to the UK.<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking for a special and unique travel itinerary, why not consider going on a tearoom tour of the UK? This tour is perfect for people who only have a couple of weeks to spend and want to see as much as possible, but still take the time to sit and enjoy a leisurely afternoon tea. Taking a few hours to soak in the ambience of a place is something you might otherwise overlook as a tourist when going from one famous tourist site to the next.<\/p>\n

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Afternoon Tea at the Goring, London<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Why afternoon tea? Afternoon tea is a long-standing tradition in the UK and one of the most quintessentially British experiences you can possibly have. Not to mention, it\u2019s absolutely delicious! If you\u2019ve never had clotted cream with scones, then you are in for a treat!<\/p>\n

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Clotted cream with scones at the Balmoral Hotel, Edinburgh<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This 11-day itinerary allows you to visit four major cities in the UK, including London, Bath, York and Edinburgh. The British railway system makes travel within the country relatively easy and affordable. Traveling by rail also gives you the opportunity to see more of the countryside than if if you were traveling by plane.<\/p>\n

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The Pulteney Bridge in Bath<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This itinerary focuses on visiting tearooms and major sites in each of these four cities. It also focuses on places of historical importance and fabulous food destinations.<\/p>\n

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Lamb with pea puree at Clayton\u2019s Kitchen, Bath<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

After months of research I chose 11 different tearooms, based on six different criteria, which I discuss in this post here<\/a>. You can read more about my experiences at these tearooms in my reviews (with links at the bottom of this post).<\/p>\n

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Afternoon tea at the Balmoral Hotel, Edinburgh<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

In addition to the tearoom reviews, I also have more comprehensive guides to the best places for afternoon tea in London, Bath, York and Edinburgh.<\/p>\n

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Afternoon Tea at Betty\u2019s of York<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I\u2019ll also be providing some suggestions for cultural activities such as plays, musicals, festivals and other seasonal events.<\/p>\n

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The Chelsea Flower Show, London, May 2019<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Although this is a self-guided tour, I\u2019ve included one organized day trip to the Scottish highlands with a company called Rabbie\u2019s, based out of Edinburgh.<\/p>\n

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The Scottish highlands<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I\u2019ve also included links to where you can make reservations for afternoon tea at each tearoom, as well as book train tickets, make reservations at restaurants and purchase tickets to major attractions.<\/p>\n

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The inner courtyard of Westminster Abbey, London<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Here\u2019s my itinerary for the perfect afternoon tea tour of the UK:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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London: Afternoon Tea at the Promenade at The Dorchester\u2014London<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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The Dorchester Hotel near Hyde Park, London<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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