Experience the luxury of Afternoon Tea at the magnificent Chester Cathedral.
Anna, the Duchess of Bedford, introduced Afternoon Tea in the 1840s. She often felt hungry between lunch and dinner. She began having tea with light snacks. Soon, it turned into a trendy social event for the upper class. Today, it’s a cherished British tradition. People often enjoy it in tea rooms, hotels, and at special events.
Our Chester Afternoon Tea Tour blends history and tradition in style! Walk through the city’s old streets with a friendly guide. You’ll experience Afternoon Tea at the stunning Chester Cathedral – a highlight of any trip to Chester. Enjoy light finger sandwiches, warm scones with clotted cream, and sweet treats.
This tour is great for tea or coffee lovers, history fans, and anyone wanting a relaxing treat. Enjoy culture, heritage, and tasty flavours in one amazing afternoon.
Enjoy our Afternoon Tea in the thirteenth-century monks’ dining hall at Chester Cathedral. It’s a must-see experience! The setting features a seventeenth-century tapestry on the west wall. It also display paintings of the Earls of Chester. Additionally, there’s the stunning Creation Window, which shows the six days of creation.
Chester has a long tradition of afternoon tea. It gained popularity in Chester’s hotels and tea rooms during the Victorian era. The city attracted many wealthy travellers and traders.
Chester’s medieval Rows once hosted tea merchants and spice traders. These traders brought exciting flavours to the city.
By Car: We meet outside Chester Visitor Information Centre which is at Town Hall, Northgate Street, Chester CH1 2HJ. There are lots of parking opportunities close to the city centre.
By Bus: Chester Bus Interchange is located at George St, Chester, CH1 3EQ. It is about a 10 minute walk to Chester Visitor Centre.
By Train The nearest mainline station is Chester Station, City Road, Chester, CH1 3DR. It is about a 20 minute walk to Chester Visitor Centre.
We look forward to welcoming you!
The tour starts outside Chester Visitor Information Centre. Your guide will be there to greet you 10 minutes prior to the tour start time.
Car parking is widely available in Chester, but not necessarily cheap. There is lots of information on the Visit Chester website, including bicycle parking, but one of our favourites for both location and value is the Little Roodee Car Park, situated right next to the famous Roman walls and River Dee.