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Top Venues for Afternoon Tea in Essex
Essex and a good cuppa? A match made in tea heaven! The scent of freshly baked scones, dainty finger sandwiches, and perfectly brewed blends fills the air at some of the most charming afternoon tea venues in Essex. Whatever your tea type, you can explore grand hotels in Chelmsford, quaint countryside tearooms, or venues in Colchester where chandeliers light up your spirit! Want to add some pizzazz? Many places offer prosecco or champagne to make your event absolutely splendid. So, who’s ready for tea time? Start browsing now and find your perfect afternoon tea spot.
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![The Dining Room at Fennes in Essex]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Dining Room
30 guestsFennesEssexThe Dining Room is a private dining room in Fennes that retains Georgian decorative details and period furnishings. Design: The Dining Room has deep-red patterned wallpaper, heavy drapes, antique seating and a large Persian-style -
![Semi-private Mezzanine at The George & Dragon, Mountnessing in Brentwood, Essex]()
from £400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi-private Mezzanine
20 guestsThe George & Dragon, MountnessingBrentwood, EssexA small, intimate mezzanine area that is perfect for a private party. With a cosy chic decor and wooden beams, your space overlooks the restaurant, taking in all the atmosphere. -
![Belmont Room at The Thurrock Hotel in Essex]()
from £350
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityBelmont Room
145 guestsThe Thurrock HotelEssex
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The Belmont Room is a Function Room in The Thurrock Hotel and features a central wooden dancefloor that defines the room's layout. Design: The room has traditional, neutral décor with cream walls, curtained windows and soft -
![Essex County Cricket Club at Galvin Green Man in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £35
per person / per dayCheck availabilityEssex County Cricket Club
10 guestsGalvin Green ManChelmsford, EssexThe Essex County Cricket Club dining room is a private dining room in the Galvin Green Man centred on a single long wooden table that organises the space for private, seated meals. -
![Market at Patch Chelmsford in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £60
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityMarket
25 guestsPatch ChelmsfordChelmsford, EssexThe space is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and a step-free guest entrance. Ideal for: Community groups and small business teams seeking a relaxed, social setting for informal seated or standing sessions -
![Private Dining Room at Bill's Colchester Restaurant in Colchester, Essex]()
from £16
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
24 guestsBill's Colchester RestaurantColchester, EssexPrivate Dining Room — Dining Room in Bill's Colchester Restaurant. A window-lined dining room defined by large timber-framed sash windows that flood the space with daylight. -
![Aveley Room at The Thurrock Hotel in Essex]()
from £150
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityAveley Room
14 guestsThe Thurrock HotelEssex
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The Aveley Room at The Thurrock Hotel is a versatile and inviting space located in Thurrock, Essex, perfect for a range of events and gatherings. Featuring modern decor and a flexible layout, the room is well-suited for weddings, -
![Davey Room at The Thurrock Hotel in Essex]()
from £150
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityDavey Room
50 guestsThe Thurrock HotelEssex
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The space is a rectangular, functional meeting room with low ceilings, plain cream walls and a carpeted floor. Narrow windows with vertical blinds admit daylight and the room is lit by simple fluorescent fittings, furnished -
![Chafford Room at The Thurrock Hotel in Essex]()
from £150
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityChafford Room
80 guestsThe Thurrock HotelEssex
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The Chafford Room at The Thurrock Hotel is a versatile and stylish venue located in Thurrock, Essex, ideal for a variety of events and gatherings. With its contemporary decor and flexible layout, the room accommodates everything -
![Lakeside Suite at Holiday Inn Basildon in Essex]()
from £39
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityLakeside Suite
100 guestsHoliday Inn BasildonEssexLakeside Suite is a ground-floor function room with a bright, practical character and a direct connection to the outdoors. Design: The suite has a bright, practical look shaped by generous natural daylight and straightforward -
![Whole Venue at Down Hall Hotel in Essex]()
from £276
per person / per dayCheck availabilityWhole Venue
180 guestsDown Hall HotelEssexAs an award-winning wedding venue and with decades of experience as one of the most renowned venues in Hertfordshire and Essex, our team guarantees exceptional service. -
![Elizabeth Suite at Holiday Inn Basildon in Essex]()
from £39
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityElizabeth Suite
300 guestsHoliday Inn BasildonEssexElizabeth Suite is the hotel’s largest function room, providing a substantial setting for organised gatherings. Its ground-floor position keeps access straightforward.
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Booking costs of afternoon tea venues average £32 per person. 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 Essex, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £18 | to £35 | per person |
| From £250 | to £1000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £800 | to £4000 | hire fee per day |
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 Essex, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £300 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 70 and 110 guests | prices average £300 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 140 guests | prices average £4000 hire fee per day |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for afternoon tea venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Function Room | prices average £1000 hire fee per day | typically between 50 and 120 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £400 minimum spend per event | typically between 25 and 60 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £800 hire fee per day | typically between 140 and 200 guests |
| Banqueting Hall | prices average £3800 hire fee per event | typically between 200 and 400 guests |
| Event Venue | prices average £90 hire fee per hour | typically between 100 and 650 guests |
Smaller afternoon tea venues usually fit up to 50 guests seated. Here are some great options in Essex, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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Taru on the Hill at Taru on the Hill - lounge for 40 guests
Venue said: The semi-private area is defined by a compact, intimate layout that separates it from the venue’s main space. Design: The room pairs polished stone surfaces and mirrored overhead panels with dark timber and patterned tile... -
Marlborough at Mercure Thurrock Stifford Hall Hotel, rated 5/5 - meeting room for 40 guests
Venue said: Outside the meeting room, in the foyer, there is a tea/coffee machine that delegates can use during the meeting. (half day and full day price apply)... -
The Marriages Millers Suite at Galvin Green Man - dining room for 20 guests
Venue said: All of the above makes The Marriages Millers Suite the perfect space to hold a meeting, presentation, private dinner or lunch, baby shower. Why not hire one of our private spaces for a pre-dinner cocktail masterclass or wine...
Cheap afternoon tea venues in Essex start from £15 per person or £150 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Private Dining Room at Bill's Colchester Restaurant, from £16 per person (up to 24 guests seated)
Venue said: Brunches, family celebrations, group dinners, informal business lunches and afternoon tea. Located on Colchester High Street, the restaurant is surrounded by shops, attractions and other bars and restaurants, making it a... -
Aveley Room at The Thurrock Hotel, from £150 hire fee per event (up to 14 guests seated)
Venue said: Featuring modern decor and a flexible layout, the room is well-suited for weddings, conferences, private parties, and corporate meetings. Guests can expect attentive service and a menu offering a variety of culinary options, -
Taru on the Hill at Taru on the Hill, from £25 minimum spend per event (up to 30 guests seated)
Venue said: The semi-private area is defined by a compact, intimate layout that separates it from the venue’s main space. Design: The room pairs polished stone surfaces and mirrored overhead panels with dark timber and patterned tile...
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