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Gracing the banks of the River Thames, The Royal Horseguards began life as the National Liberal Club, offering its members a sanctuary from the rough-and-tumble of Westminster politics. Designed by Alfred Waterhouse, whose architectural legacy in London includes the Natural History Museum, it played host to some of Britain's greatest writers, thinkers and political leaders: the foundation stone in the cellars was laid by William Gladstone, one of five Club members who went on to serve as Prime Minister.

More than 120 years on, this magnificent 5 star hotel near Charing Cross, Trafalgar Square, The Strand and Covent Garden, has been restored to its full Victorian splendour offering a warm, welcoming and relaxing haven in the very heart of London.

Executive Chef, Ben Purton has designed a delicious new Afternoon Tea Menu which has proved to be very popular with the hotel’s many Afternoon Tea guests.

Afternoon Tea is served in the very stylish and comfortable Lounge and in warmer weather the hotel boasts a delightful outdoor Terrace that provides a secluded haven to enjoy Afternoon Tea with views over the River Thames and landmarks including the London Eye, with the Victorian hotel's exterior providing a stunning backdrop.

Children are welcome and a harpist plays on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Afternoon Tea Menus at Royal Horseguards

The Champagne Afternoon Tea

The ‘Royal Horseguards’ afternoon tea with a chilled glass of chilled Champagne.

The Luxury Champagne flight

Enjoy our sommeliers selection of three selected premium Champagne varieties to perfectly compliment
the different elements of your Royal Horseguards Afternoon tea.

• Brut
• Cuvée Rosé
• Demi Sec

His Majesty’s Own Troop

A Light Champagne Tea.

• Organic smoked salmon blinis
• Swiss chocolate drizzled strawberries
• Warm, freshly baked fruit and cinnamon scones, homemade fruit preserve and Cornish clotted cream
• A pot of Royal Horseguards’ unique blend leaf tea - ‘Strawberries & Cream’
• Glass of chilled Champagne

Celebration Afternoon Tea

For your special occasion. The ‘Royal Horseguards’ afternoon tea plus:

• A chilled glass of Premium Champagne
• A small celebration cake inscribed with your personal message
• Please note to avoid disappointment all Celebration cake requests should be made 24 hours prior to the date of booking

The Royal Horseguards Afternoon Tea

Our signature tea. A traditional selection of elegant finger sandwiches and contemporary savoury bites.

• Delicious handmade cakes and delicate pastries
• Warm, freshly baked fruit and cinnamon scones, homemade fruit preserve and Cornish clotted cream
• Served with a pot of leaf or herbal tea of your choice
• We highly recommend our unique blend leaf tea - ‘Strawberries & Cream’ - for a full Royal Horseguards experience

Monck’s 2nd Regiment

A traditional cream tea.

• Warm, freshly baked fruit and cinnamon scones, homemade fruit preserve and Cornish clotted cream
• Served with a pot of leaf or herbal tea of your choice

The Duke of York’s

A sweet treat.

• Select a slice from our daily choice of homemade cakes and tarts
• Warm, freshly baked fruit and cinnamon scones, homemade fruit preserve and Cornish clotted cream
• Served with a pot of leaf or herbal tea of your choice

The Mini-Tea

A tea party for little ladies and gents.

• Fun shaped sandwiches
• Tea party pastries, fun fruit and creative cakes
• Warm, freshly baked fruit and cinnamon scones, homemade fruit preserve and Cornish clotted cream
• Colouring book and puzzle
• Baby Chai Latte, Babichino, or fruit juice

This tea has been specifically designed for children aged 12 or under and is not suitable for older children or adults.

Limited Edition Afternoon Teas

Each month our dedicated pastry team creates a special themed tea inspired by events and trends
around London and the UK. Please see our brochures in the Lounge for further information.

Leaf, Bean and Bubble
"If you are cold, tea will warm you.
If you are too heated, it will cool you.
If you are depressed, it will cheer you.
If you are excited, it will calm you."Sir William Gladstone, 1865

Whole leaf teas

For your enjoyment we have selected a range of teas that we hope will delight you. These teas have been
carefully chosen from some of the finest estates in the world and all have been ethically sourced for your
additional enjoyment.

Royal Horseguards Unique Blend ‘Strawberries & Cream’

Our unique signature blend is simply divine. A blend of black leaf teas, which is light in flavour with subtle
strawberry and cream notes. Best enjoyed black without milk, at any time of the day.

Black Tea

English Breakfast

A world-class blend of delicate Ceylon, gutsy Assam and rounded off with a tasty South Indian leaf for the
perfect punch. Enjoy with or without milk.

Sapphire Earl Grey

Italian Bergamot and blue Malva flowers add an innovative twist to the traditional Earl Grey Ceylon.
Enjoy with or without milk.

Organic Monteviot Darjeeling

India’s finest tea, grown on the slopes of the Himalayas, is often referred to as the Champagne
of teas. Enjoy with or without milk.

Spiced Chai

This Ceylon blend is complimented by the aroma of exotic spices such as crushed cinnamon sticks, whole
cloves and green cardamom, producing an authentic Indian chai.

Organic Lapsong Souchong

Chinese black tea smoked over pine, this Lapsong is a rare organic treat, beautifully subtle smokey background
notes mean it is easy to enjoy with or without milk. The perfect winter indulgence on a cold day.

Decaffeinated Ceylon

Grown in the mountains of Sri Lanka, Kenilworth is famous for its rich, full bodied and award winning flavour.

White Tea

Pai Mu Tan

Picked in the early morning mist just two mornings a year, white tea is truly one of China’s rarest and most famous teas.

White Needle Tea, Pear & Ginger

A delicious silver needle and white tea blend combined with juicy pear and a hint of ginger zing on
the finish, for a delicate and delightful infusion.

Green Tea

Organic Jasmine

A floral, aromatic Chinese green tea delicately scented with Jasmine flowers.

Dragonwell Green

Lung Ching green tea is one of the most renowned green teas in the world. This tender, top grade, full
leaf green tea offers a smooth, subtle flavour.

Oolong Fleur D’Orient

This exquisite Oolong is lightly fermented and hand rolled. It is beaut

ifully gentle flavour releases a gentle scent of flowers and fruits, without a hint of bitterness. It is exceptionally smooth, creamy and soft, one of life’s delights.

Flowering Tea

Fortune Ball

This flowering tea comes to us from the Anhui Province in China, with luxury green tea, amaranth and jasmine.

Lovers Bloom!

This rather attractive tea flower, opens to reveal a trio of colourful flowers, marigold peach blossom and jasmine. Enjoy this light and delicate jasmine scented green tea in full bloom!

Herbal and Fruit Infusions

Egyptian Mint; Citrus Camomile; Wild Encounter; Persian Pomegranate & Spicy Rooibos

Please note that teas are included in your Afternoon Tea package.

LATEST NEWS

• Awarded The Tea Guild's Award of Excellence 2012 & 2013

Opening Times:
Daily: 1.00pm to 6.00pm

Booking: Booking is recommended especially at weekends. Phone 020 7451 9333 to make your reservation.

For further information please visit www.theroyalhorseguards.com

Address:
Royal Horseguards Hotel
2 Whitehall Court
London
SW1A 2EJ

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Phone: 0871 376 9033
Web: www.guoman.com

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