Mother’s Day afternoon tea London 2022: best restaurants and cafes near me to treat mum on Mothering Sunday

Mother’s Day is on the horizon, and this year, the special day celebrating mother’s and mother figures is on Sunday, March 27.

It’s the one day of the year where we make extra effort to treat our mums, thanking them for all they do for us.

If you’re stumped for plans for what to do, afternoon tea is always a viable option, and can be for yourself and the whole family.

A day of tea, cake and relaxation, is there a better way to spend a Sunday?

Here are seven places in London for afternoon tea on Mother’s Day.

The Ritz

Why not start off big?

One of the most iconic hotels in the world, with locations in Paris and New York as well as London, you can have your afternoon tea here for £58 per person.

This includes sandwiches, tea, scones and other pastries in a fine-dining environment.

Address: 150 Piccadilly, St. James’s, London W1J 9BR - TheRitz/Mothers-day

Brigit’s Bakery

Wish you could ever see the sights London has to offer and have afternoon tea at the same time?

If so, Brigit’s Bakery has you sorted.

For £45 per person, you can enjoy a 90-minute bus tour around the city, whilst seeing some of the most iconic parts of London.

Sandwiches, drinks, mini tarts and other pastries are available.

Address: 6-7 Chandos Pl, London WC2N 4HU - https://b-bakery.com/london/bus-tours/afternoon-tea-bus-london

Mother’s Day afternoon tea cruise

Another afternoon tea on the move, however this time you’ll be on the River Thames.

With a glass of sparkling wine on arrival, enjoy all the delicacies of a traditional afternoon tea such as sandwiches, cakes and more.

It’s a 90-minute cruise, complete with live music and unlimited tea and coffee.

It’s £55 for adults or £34 for under 13s with infants aged two or under getting on free of charge.

Address: Tower Pier, EC3N 4DT - LondonCityCruises/Mothers-day

Baglioni Hotel

Situated opposite the iconic Hyde Park, you could make a real day of it, and visit the Baglioni Hotel after or before.

Their afternoon tea offers an authentic Italian twist on a traditional afternoon tea, serving delights such as Sicilian cannoli chocolate chips.

The prices are £52 per person, which is a good rate for a five star hotel.

Address: 60 Hyde Park Gate, South Kensington, London SW7 5BB - BaglioniHotels

Orangery Kensington Palace

Sat in the heart of Kensington Gardens, this provides the perfect opportunity of a lavish and elegant afternoon befitting mothers.

Despite the location, prices begin at £34 per person, which gets you a selection of afternoon tea sandwiches, scones made with Welsh butter, filled with cream and jam, afternoon tea cakes, served with your choice of tea or coffee.

Address: Kensington Palace, Kensington Gardens, London W8 4PX - https://afternoonteaonline.co.uk/book/orangery-kensington-palace/

Bluebird Chelsea

Celebrate Mother’s Day in King’s Road, London at Bluebird Chelsea.

With hot food, or a more traditional afternoon tea, it will be able to provide you with anything you desire on the day.

Address: 350 King’s Rd, London SW3 5UU - https://www.bluebird-restaurant.co.uk/menus/bar-and-terrace/afternoon-tea/

The Drawing Room

Located in the Drawing Room at the Brown’s Hotel, it is rumoured that Queen Victoria had afternoon tea here.

A traditional afternoon tea will set you back £65, but as it has served royalty in the past, it seems a good, fair price.

With plant-based options too, it’s inclusive for everyone.

Address: Ground Floor, 33 Albemarle St, London W1S 4BP - TheDrawingRoom/MothersDay