Top Afternoon Tea Venues in Shropshire
You arrive expecting a cup of tea and leave wondering how three hours disappeared so quickly. Afternoon tea venues in Shropshire include traditional tearooms in Shrewsbury, elegant dining rooms in Ludlow, and country houses where fresh scones and homemade cakes are all part of the experience. Perhaps you're planning a birthday treat, meeting friends you haven't seen in years, or simply looking for an excuse to slow down for an afternoon. Whatever the reason, there are plenty of lovely places to choose from. Take a look below and find one that catches your eye.
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from £2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
60 guestsZulaika's Indian CuisineTelford, ShropshireOur restaurant is a great spot for hosting birthday celebrations, engagement or hen parties, and social events. The venue features floral decor and a private dining room with an intimate atmosphere and mirrors on the walls.
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from £2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
30 guestsZulaika's Indian CuisineTelford, ShropshirePrivate Dining Room, a dining room in Zulaika's Indian Cuisine, defined by marble-top tables and velvet-upholstered chairs that create an intimate, compact setting.
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from £25
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
70 guestsChasni - Indian And Bangladeshi RestaurantTelford, ShropshireA floral feature wall runs along one side of the room. The layout works well for private dinners, small celebrations, and business meals.
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from £2500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityTelford Suite Section II
235 guestsMercure Telford Centre HotelTelford, ShropshireIn our prime space, The Telford Suite, you can comfortably accommodate up to 475 people in a theater-style arrangement or 150 in a cabaret setup. It's an ideal choice for large conferences and can also create a wonderful
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from £900
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityIronbridge Suite
150 guestsMercure Telford Centre HotelTelford, ShropshireIronbridge Suite is one of our popular spaces that can hold up to 200 theatre or 120 on rounds for a dinner. This space lends itself well for a large conference and can be split into two suites one that can hold a maximum
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from £2500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityTelford Suite
475 guestsMercure Telford Centre HotelTelford, ShropshireThe Telford Suite is located is our prime space that can accommodate up to 475 theatre / 150 cabaret. This space works perfectly for large conferences and is amazing for dinners for 300.
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from £2500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityTelford Suite Section I
235 guestsMercure Telford Centre HotelTelford, ShropshireIf needed, the Telford Suite can be divided into two separate areas, making it perfect for breakout sessions. And, of course, this highly versatile space includes a projector and screen.
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from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
65 guestsThe LiquorLabTelford, ShropshireCustom Decor - our team can help you transform our space with unique decorations to match your theme. Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, we can provide a versatile setting with amazing drinks
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from £7
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityOutdoor Area
250 guestsThe Garden Bar at Bridgnorth ClubShropshireThe Outdoor Area is a private outdoor space in The Garden Bar at Bridgnorth Club and is an enclosed, secure beer garden. Design: The Outdoor Area presents timber picnic tables on a paved terrace, freestanding parasols and
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from £4500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityExclusive use
200 guestsHigh Grosvenor HouseShropshireHold your wedding against a superb backdrop of Shropshire countryside. Our converted barn, with the addition of an Italian sunroom, combines rustic with contemporary and provides panoramic views of the Shropshire hills.
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from £800
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Auditorium
199 guestsFestival Drayton CentreShropshireWhat guests say: Front-of-house service and volunteers are consistently attentive and helpful. The on-site café offers simple, locally sourced lunches and afternoon tea served by friendly volunteers.
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from £23
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Vernon Suite
58 guestsFestival Drayton CentreShropshireThe Vernon suite is the final addition to the Centre’s impressive portfolio of multipurpose rooms.
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FAQs about Top Afternoon Tea Venues in Shropshire
Booking costs of afternoon tea venues average £2500 hire fee per day. 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 Shropshire, based on Tagvenue data:
| Typically between £900 | and £3200 | hire fee per day |
| Typically between £7 | and £35 | per person |
| Typically around £2000 | minimum spend per event |
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Outdoor Area at The Garden Bar at Bridgnorth Club, from £7 per person (up to 250 guests seated)
Venue said: The space provides on-site Wi‑Fi, a PA system and wheelchair access, and accepts well-behaved dogs. -
The Auditorium at Festival Drayton Centre, from £800 hire fee per day (up to 199 guests seated)
Venue said: A traditional proscenium auditorium with a high ceiling, acoustic wall panels and controlled theatrical lighting that produces a focused, professional atmosphere. -
Ironbridge Suite at Mercure Telford Centre Hotel, from £900 hire fee per day (up to 150 guests seated)
Venue said: Ironbridge Suite is one of our popular spaces that can hold up to 200 theatre or 120 on rounds for a dinner. This space lends itself well for a large conference and can be split into two suites one that can hold a maximum...
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