Swallows & Amazons Afternoon Tea

Lake District Afternoon Tea

Indulge in the Timeless Tradition of Afternoon Tea at Langdale Chase

In the peaceful splendour of the Dining Room, this most celebrated of British traditions is a highlight of any visit. Just like Edna Howarth, the chatelaine of Langdale Chase in the 1890’s, this is a daily ritual – traditional savouries, scones and delicious fancies are freshly made by our pastry chefs every morning. The finest Cumbrian clotted cream and Scottish strawberry jams provide the ultimate treat, particularly when a glass of champagne is on hand too!

We invite you to enjoy a journey of adventure through the tale of Arthur Ransome’s Swallows and Amazons. Believed to be a frequent visitor to Langdale Chase, one can picture him scribbling notes down as he watched others play on the lake. A fitting moment to capture in an afternoon tea.

Our afternoon tea is inspired by the beautiful landscape that surrounds us. An inspiration for writers, poets and artists, which to this day inspires local crafts people. When setting out to create our fabulous afternoon tea, we wanted to showcase how the landscape continues to inspire. From local hand thrown potters to woodwork craftsmen, there’s more to our afternoon tea than you realise…

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Created by our talented and passionate pastry team, afternoon tea is served in the Dining Room daily from 12:00 – 16:00

£55.00 per person

Afternoon Tea must be booked a minimum of 24 hours in advance. Should you have any dietary or allergen requirements, please inform us when booking. Champagne not included.

Sandwiches

Cucumber, mint, yoghurt

Pemmican beef, horseradish, red onion

Chopped egg, shallot, watercress

Smoked salmon, beetroot, cream cheese

Savoury

Lobster roll, sriracha hollandaise

Potted shrimps, mace butter, toasted crumpet

Cheddar doughnut, cheese custard, truffle

Crispy ham hock, English mustard pickle

Fancies

Gooseberry choux

Apple and hazelnut

Rice pudding and jam

Chocolate and marmalade

Titty’s marmalade tea loaf

Homemade Scones

Scones

Served with strawberry preserve, and clotted cream

Langdale signature Tregothnan Tea

Book a table

It’s always good to book!

Non residents are welcome but don’t leave it to chance to enjoy our afternoon tea, make sure you book a table whether popping in with friends or staying for the weekend.

Dietary Requirements:

Our talented chefs do their best to adapt our afternoon tea to suit your dietary requirements, or where it’s not possible we’ll create you something unique with what we have in the kitchen. Please let us know when you book so we’re prepped for your arrival.

Group Bookings: For bookings of 5 or more please give us a call on 01539 432201 and we’ll take it from there.