Fancy a proper afternoon tea in the land of daffodils and dragons? Whether you're planning a catch-up with mates, a birthday treat, or something a bit posher, there’s afternoon tea venues in Cardiff to suit your event. You’ll find charming cafés in the arcades near Castle Street, fab hotel lounges around Cathedral Road, and quirky tea rooms that know their way around a Victoria sponge. Bonus points if the Welsh cakes are still warm. From the Bay to the Diff's historic heart, this city knows how to pour and serve it right. Go on, scroll through, pick your place, and get the kettle and the Prosecco ready.
In Cardiff, prices of afternoon tea venues average £235 hire fee per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Cardiff, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From £220 | to £400 | hire fee per event |
| From £34 | per person | |
| From £250 | to £4320 | minimum spend per event |
You'll find afternoon tea venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Cardiff, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small afternoon tea venues | up to 50 guests | prices average £130 hire fee per event |
| Medium afternoon tea venues | between 80 and 120 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
| Large afternoon tea venues | over 200 guests | prices average £500 hire fee per event |