Afternoon Tea at The Milestone Hotel London
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Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea experience at a luxurious 5-star boutique hotel overlooking Kensington Palace, former home of Princess Diana and current residence of Prince William, the Duchess of Cambridge and their family. A RITUAL FIT FOR ROYALTY Highly commended at the 2019 Afternoon Tea awards, Afternoon Tea at The Milestone is upheld in its finest form. Served in either Cheneston's Restaurant, the Park Lounge or the Conservatory, choose from a vast array of teas at your leisure and in fine surroundings, or perhaps indulge in a glass of Champagne, and experience the superior service for which The Milestone is recognised.
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Hotel Address: 1 Kensington Court, London, W8 5DL
- Please arrive at the hotel 15 minutes before your booked time. Tickets are only valid for the date and time shown on your ticket
- Allergies / Dietary Restrictions: Please inform us of any dietary requirements at least 72 hours in advance, including requests for Vegetarian, Vegan or Gluten-Free Afternoon Teas. Please note that due to the nature of their business and offering the hotel cannot guarantee 100% allergen or intolerant free recipes/dishes.
- Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes
- This product require minimum two people.
- Menus listed are sample menus and subject to variations
- Dress Code: Smart casual. We respectfully ask guests to refrain from wearing sportswear, flip-flops, and non-tailored shorts. Guest not adhering to the dress code policy will not be permitted entry into our restaurants and bars
- The location of your Afternoon Tea will be subject to availability
- Champagne, where included, is only for adults 18+
Reviews(85)
Excellent in many ways. Staff is so polite and our attendant offered great tea selections. Seated at a window table in the most comfy chairs. Started with Prosecco. Presentation was beautiful. The individual sandwiches were tasty with our favorite being the chicken with mayonnaise surrounded with toasted almonds. Then the desserts —-awesomeness, followed by the freshly baked scones topped with jam, or lemon custard. Yum-Yum.
Hello Troy_H Thank you so much for this 5* review. We really appreciate you being a customer and helping to share the word about us. We hope to see you again on another one of our tours! Best wishes Evan Evans Team
Although it was a little more expensive than some other afternoon teas, the service and experience was above the ordinary. Here we were able to sample more than one selection of teas. The scones were made fresh for us and the tea sandwiches were delicious. Everything is served in fine silverware. The library setting is very relaxing and comfortable. We left the experience feeling we had got our money's worth. The location which is just outside Kensington Palace makes for an ideal afternoon of pampering.
Dear Sandra_S Thank you for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed such a special afternoon tea experience with us. It’s wonderful to know that you appreciated the variety of teas, the freshly made scones, and the delicious sandwiches, as well as the elegant silver service and relaxing library setting. We’re especially pleased that the experience felt well worth it and that the location near Kensington Palace added to your afternoon of relaxation and indulgence. Thank you for choosing to spend your time with us, and we hope to welcome you again for another memorable experience soon.
The food was great and the staff was very attentive and made sure we had enough tea and sandwiches. There was enough to make a meal from it.
Dear Mark_H Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the food and that our staff took great care of you throughout your experience. It’s wonderful to know the tea and sandwiches were plentiful and satisfying enough to make a full meal, and that the team ensured you were well looked after. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts and hope to welcome you again soon! Evan Evans Tours
Scones were served warm and the cakes and sandwiches were refillable. The staff were excellent. Large selection of teas and right by Kensington palace/gardens
Wanted to experience afternoon tea. It was a nice well-appointed traditional hotel, friendly service, unlimited choice of tea, food was ok, heavy on the sweets, but overall a fun experience
Dear Denise_T Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the afternoon tea experience and appreciated the traditional setting, friendly service, and wide selection of teas. We also appreciate your honest comments about the balance of savoury and sweet items. Your feedback is helpful and will be shared with our team as we continue to review the guest experience. We’re pleased it was a fun and memorable experience overall, and we hope to welcome you again on another occasion with Evan Evans Tours. From Evan Evans Tours
The tea service is everything you might envision for formal team in London. The room where tea is served feels like an Englishman's library. It is beautiful and comfortable. The service itself is gracious and delicious. We were especially pleased with the scones that are like soft biscuits--just excellent. Although the cost might be in the higher end of afternoon tea, it was worth every penny for an experience we will never forget.
Dear Guest, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tea service and found it to be everything you would expect from a traditional afternoon tea experience in London. It’s lovely to know you appreciated the elegant, library-like setting of the room, as well as the beautiful and comfortable atmosphere. We’re especially pleased that you enjoyed the gracious service and delicious selection, with the scones being a particular highlight. We truly appreciate your kind words and are so glad the experience felt worth it for such a memorable occasion. We hope to welcome you again in the future. Kind regards, Evan Evans Tours
When in London, a bucket list experience for sure! Enjoy an English tradition of tea, finger sandwiches, and scrumptious deserts in an elegant setting.
Dear Joan_k We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed this bucket list experience and were able to savour a traditional English afternoon tea with finger sandwiches, sweet treats, and a touch of elegance. It’s wonderful to know the experience felt so memorable during your time in London. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you on another tour soon!
We had a great time for our first 'english afternoon tea'! The food was delicious and the tea was tasty, we must have tried 6 or 8 different ones between us. The added champagne was nice but probably not worth the prices. The staff was attentive and very professional.
Dear Jonna_G, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your first English Afternoon Tea and found the food and teas delicious. It’s wonderful to know that our team provided attentive and professional service to enhance your visit. We appreciate your feedback regarding the champagne and will take it into consideration as we continually strive to provide excellent value for our guests. We hope to welcome you on another Evan Evans experience soon. Kind regards, The Evan Evans Tours Team
While the service and fare were overall excellent, I felt that this was not my favorite or best high/afternoon tea experience in London. On my most recent trip to the city, my usual spot for afternoon tea was closed, so I tried Milestone based on reviews here. Milestone's website made it seem very important that one book in advance, so I made sure to lock in my table reservation ahead of time. I arrived a few minutes early, and was shown to the tea room. The host said that I could sit at the indicated table, but also that I could sit anywhere I liked because the 1:00pm tea was "light" today. By "light," it seems they meant that I was the only booking that day. So, I had a fancy tea by myself in the tea room. It was a little silly, but not terrible. The place is very cute, tastefully decorated, and had classical piano playing during my visit. The afternoon tea, I learned, includes: two different pots of tea, a "bottomless" sandwich and mini desserts tray, and a final tray with two scones (one with dried fruit, one plain), jam, lemon curd, and clotted cream. The tea itself was very good and the scones were my favorite part, though they are not served until the end. The main sandwiches and mini desserts tray is brought out with the first tea, and the scones are brought out when that is finished and you have your second tea. The sandwiches were honestly just so-so, and I didn't care for the miniature desserts on top of that tray much (could be personal preference!). I also thought the lemon curd that came with the scones was really not good at all (felt low on the lemon, and was like, a mayonnaise texture?). I feel bad giving it four stars, because the service was friendly, the place was beautiful, and the tea was good, but it felt very overpriced and a bit too formal for what it was. I also think that replacing some of the middle tray desserts with a salad or something would really give the whole set of food a much needed lift. I know it's afternoon tea, but this one FELT really heavy. I don't think I would return again, but am glad I tried it.
Dear 95liliannac, Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback regarding your recent afternoon tea experience with Evan Evans Tours. We are pleased to hear that you found the service friendly, the tea room beautifully decorated, and the scones enjoyable. At the same time, we understand that the overall experience did not fully meet your expectations in terms of food variety, portioning, and value, and we appreciate your candid observations. Your suggestions regarding the menu and pacing are invaluable and will be shared with our partner venue to help improve future experiences. We are grateful that you gave it a try and hope that, despite some aspects being less to your preference, you still enjoyed the setting and ambiance. Your feedback is important to us as we continue to enhance the quality of our tea tours. Kind regards, Evan Evans Tours
This was an amazing experience, and I highly recommend it! Come hungry because there was an abundance of food for each person, including multiple sandwiches, pastries , scones, etc. Their tea options were also exceptional. Excellent service & overall experience in a historic hotel.
Dear Melissa_M, Thank you for sharing your wonderful feedback regarding your recent afternoon tea experience with Evan Evans Tours. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the abundance of food, the exceptional tea options, and the excellent service in a historic hotel setting. Your recommendation means a great deal to us, and we are thrilled that the overall experience exceeded your expectations. We truly appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you on another tour in the future. Kind regards, Evan Evans Tours
