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Top Venues for Afternoon Tea in Westminster
Big Ben marking the hour, the Thames drifting past Parliament, and a quiet table laid with china cups, tea feels right at home in Westminster. This area has long been linked with British tradition, so afternoon gatherings often carry a sense of ceremony. Guests settle into plush chairs while pastries arrive and speeches occasionally follow a celebratory toast. Afternoon tea venues in Westminster are an easy choice for refined get-togethers in the neighbourhood’s posh hotels and elegant salons. Browse below and find the place where your afternoon becomes a proper London ritual.
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![Rembrandt Suite at The Rubens at the Palace in Westminster, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityRembrandt Suite
50 guestsThe Rubens at the PalaceVictoria StationWestminster, LondonVenue highlights: The hotel provides period dining rooms and private function suites furnished in a classical style, suitable for formal sit-down meals and afternoon tea. -
![Van Dyke Room at The Rubens at the Palace in Westminster, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityVan Dyke Room
42 guestsThe Rubens at the PalaceVictoria StationWestminster, LondonDDarryn H.
“Even when I made some changes, they were accommodating.” -
![Whole Venue at Notes Coffee & Bars - Victoria in Westminster, London]()
from £2100
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityWhole Venue
50 guestsNotes Coffee & Bars - VictoriaVictoria StationWestminster, LondonMMegan S.
“The staff had set up the venue perfectly and were very efficient and friendly” -
![Van Dyke Suite at The Rubens at the Palace in Westminster, London]()
from £1800
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityVan Dyke Suite
80 guestsThe Rubens at the PalaceVictoria StationWestminster, LondonBest for: Private dining and afternoon tea, corporate dinners and receptions, milestone celebrations that require guest accommodation. Location: Victoria sits beside Buckingham Palace and the Royal Mews and offers a close -
![River Room at The Royal Horseguards & One Whitehall Place in Westminster, London]()
from £3000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityRiver Room
72 guestsThe Royal Horseguards & One Whitehall PlaceEmbankment StationWestminster, LondonLLeyda Y.
“I will celebrate another event there but only with a different management.” -
![Library Bar at Cinnamon Club in Westminster, London]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityLibrary Bar
24 guestsCinnamon ClubSt. James's Park StationWestminster, LondonLibrary Bar is a private Bar in the Cinnamon Club that provides a quiet, intimate lounge suited to low-key, conversation-focused gatherings. Design: The Library Bar pairs dark wood panelling and herringbone parquet with low-slung -
![Grace & Favour at Great Scotland Yard Hotel in Westminster, London]()
from £3500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityGrace & Favour
70 guestsGreat Scotland Yard HotelCharing Cross StationWestminster, LondonGrace & Favour is a non-traditional event space home to one of the largest LCD screens (165') in a hotel in London. Complete with delicately chosen lounge furniture our space is perfect for social events, screenings & inspirational -
![Outdoor Garden Terrace at The Royal Horseguards & One Whitehall Place in Westminster, London]()
from £4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityOutdoor Garden Terrace
100 guestsThe Royal Horseguards & One Whitehall PlaceEmbankment StationWestminster, LondonWWsb
“The service was impeccable and the rooms were set up beautifully. The evening appeared seamless to us.” -
![Semi-Private Mezzanine Back at Casa do Frango Victoria in Westminster, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilitySemi-Private Mezzanine Back
30 guestsCasa do Frango VictoriaVictoria StationWestminster, LondonKKirstie H.
“The food was a massive hit with everyone and the space was beautiful. Would highly recommend” -
![Meston Suite at The Royal Horseguards & One Whitehall Place in Westminster, London]()
from £3000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityMeston Suite
72 guestsThe Royal Horseguards & One Whitehall PlaceEmbankment StationWestminster, LondonLLorian P.
“Our international (and local) delegates loved the venue.” -
![Leopard Room at The Rubens at the Palace in Westminster, London]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityLeopard Room
16 guestsThe Rubens at the PalaceVictoria StationWestminster, LondonWhat guests say: The service is consistently attentive and accommodating when arranging rooms, dining and event details. The afternoon tea and formal dining are delivered with generous portions and polished table service. -
![Mezzanine at Bill's Victoria in Westminster, London]()
from £16
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMezzanine
60 guestsBill's VictoriaVictoria StationWestminster, LondonBill's Victoria is a casual British restaurant serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner in a bright, modern setting. Located in Central London, it sits just a short walk from Victoria Station and Buckingham
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Booking costs of afternoon tea venues average £1500 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 Westminster, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £600 | to £3500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £78 | to £95 | per person |
| From £1500 | to £7200 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
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Rembrandt Suite at The Rubens at the Palace in Westminster - rated 5/5
Venue said: On-site accommodation allows hosts to combine an event with overnight stays for organisers or guests. Best for: Private dining and afternoon tea, corporate dinners and receptions, milestone celebrations that require guest... -
Whole Venue at Notes Coffee & Bars - Victoria in Westminster - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We had a lovely time at our engagement party at the venue!’ -
River Room at The Royal Horseguards & One Whitehall Place in Whitehall - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The service was impeccable and the rooms were set up beautifully. The evening appeared seamless to us.’
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 Westminster, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 35 guests | prices average £1400 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 80 guests | prices average £2100 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average £5000 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for afternoon tea venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 20 and 70 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £2400 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 140 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 80 and 120 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 15 and 35 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £3500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 80 guests |
Smaller afternoon tea venues usually fit up to 35 guests seated. Here are some great options in Westminster, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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Semi Private Area at Sticks'n'Sushi Victoria, rated 5/5 - dining room for 16 guests
Venue said: What guests say: The space is elegant and relaxed with attentive, professional service. The dining area has efficient table service and polished presentation. -
Rooftop Pods at Market Halls Victoria - rooftop for 30 guests
Venue said: What guests say: The space feels lively and welcoming without taking on a club-like nightlife atmosphere. -
Private Dining Room at Quilon - dining room for 20 guests
Venue said: You may be organizing a private party or a covert corporate meeting; the whole environment is designed to uplift the event.
Cheap afternoon tea venues in Westminster start from £15 per person or £480 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Mezzanine at Bill's Victoria, from £16 per person (up to 60 guests seated)
Venue said: Mezzanine is a semi-private seating area in Bill's Victoria restaurant, defined by its raised position above the main dining floor and partial visual separation from the ground level. -
Semi Private Area at Sticks'n'Sushi Victoria, from £480 minimum spend per event (up to 16 guests seated)
Venue said: What guests say: The space is elegant and relaxed with attentive, professional service. The dining area has efficient table service and polished presentation. -
Frank Whittle Room at One Birdcage Walk, from £650 hire fee per day (up to 30 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘Great venue, communication and run of event!’
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