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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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![Exclusive Dining Area at The Breakfast Club Chelmsford in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £100
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilityExclusive Dining Area
35 guestsThe Breakfast Club ChelmsfordChelmsford, EssexOur first floor can be hired as a PDR for Exclusive Events, Meetings or Group Dining. This Private space is located on the First Floor of our Caf on Moulsham St and can accommodate up-to 35 guests seated, or 50 in a combination -
![Davey Room at The Thurrock Hotel in Essex]()
from £150
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityDavey Room
50 guestsThe Thurrock HotelEssexThe Davey Room at The Thurrock Hotel is a cozy and functional space designed for smaller-scale gatherings and meetings in Thurrock, Essex. With its modern decor and intimate setting, the room offers a comfortable environment -
![Belmont Room at The Thurrock Hotel in Essex]()
from £350
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityBelmont Room
145 guestsThe Thurrock HotelEssexLots of natural daylight. It's a perfect space for weddings, family gatherings, all kinds of parties, conferences and other corporate functions. -
![Market at Patch Chelmsford in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £60
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityMarket
15 guestsPatch ChelmsfordChelmsford, Essex
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For standard bookings, we offer thoughtful touches like complimentary self-serve tea and coffee, local catering contacts, and inviting breakout spaces. -
![The Dining Room at Fennes in Essex]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Dining Room
30 guestsFennesEssexA grand and traditionally decorated dining room, in warm garnet red wallpaper with a vintage Persian rug. The Dining Room is perfect for intimate dining, board room meetings, and a breakout area for larger parties. -
![Gunpowder Cafe at Royal Gunpowder Mills in Essex]()
from £1000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityGunpowder Cafe
100 guestsRoyal Gunpowder MillsEssexThe Gunpowder Café is large and spacious and suitable for functions. It has a well-equipped kitchen ready for use by your own caterers or let us provide or arrange your catering needs. -
![The Regency at Mercure Thurrock Stifford Hall Hotel in Essex]()
from £30
per person / per dayCheck availabilityThe Regency
110 guestsMercure Thurrock Stifford Hall HotelEssexThe Regency is an elegant bespoke function space which is situated on the ground floor of the manor house and definitely lives up to its name. Surrounded by landscaped gardens, framed with floor to ceiling windows and doors, -
![Marlborough at Mercure Thurrock Stifford Hall Hotel in Essex]()
from £200
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityMarlborough
40 guestsMercure Thurrock Stifford Hall HotelEssexThe first floor houses a purpose-built function room that is ideal for board meetings and off-site away days. The room has a built-in plasma screen, projector, and climate control. -
![The Stifford Suite at Mercure Thurrock Stifford Hall Hotel in Essex]()
from £350
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Stifford Suite
120 guestsMercure Thurrock Stifford Hall HotelEssexThe Garden Suite has french doors leading onto the patio area, with secondary daylight this room is ideal for private and social gatherings and meetings. -
![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. -
![Chafford Room at The Thurrock Hotel in Essex]()
from £150
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityChafford Room
80 guestsThe Thurrock HotelEssexThe 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 -
![Aveley Room at The Thurrock Hotel in Essex]()
from £150
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityAveley Room
14 guestsThe Thurrock HotelEssexThe 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,
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Frequently Asked Questions
Booking costs of afternoon tea venues average £1000 minimum spend 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 Essex, based on Tagvenue data from May 2026:
| From £250 | to £1700 | minimum spend per event |
| From £18 | to £35 | per person |
| 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 (May 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £2400 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 160 guests | prices average £600 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 230 guests | prices average £2500 hire fee per day |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of May 2026), users looking for afternoon tea venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Function Room | prices average £1000 hire fee per event | typically between 60 and 150 guests |
| Banqueting Hall | prices average £4000 hire fee per day | typically between 200 and 400 guests |
| Event Venue | prices average £4500 hire fee per day | typically between 100 and 650 guests |
| Cafe | prices average £70 hire fee per hour | typically between 60 and 110 guests |
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