The Tea Guild
The Tea Guild is a prestigious and unique organisation that represents and encourages those outlets who are dedicated to both brewing and serving tea to the high standards desired by the United Kingdom Tea Council. Visit our Tea Guild Members Directory to read about our current Tea Guild Members, further information about How To Become A Member of The Tea Guild and its Membership Benefits.
History
The United Kingdom Tea Council founded The Tea Guild in 1985, after we commissioned an independent survey which discovered that, out of the thousands of outlets serving tea, very few were, in fact, achieving these high standards. The Tea Guild was thus created to recognise and promote thoseestablishments, both large and small, in city, town or village, who were doing so and thereby increase thebusiness of its members through the implementation of a public relations programme and affiliation to the United Kingdom Tea Council and its high profile, wide resources and reputation.
Featured Tea Rooms
Sofitel London St James, London, London, SW1Y 4AN
A thoroughbred tea taken to the resonant strains of the harp Keep reading →
The Chesterfield Mayfair, London, London, W1J 5EB
Enjoy a satisfying tea in an atmosphere of charm and character Keep reading →
The Winter Garden at The Landmark London, London, London, NW1 6JQ
One of the last truly grand railway hotels Keep reading →
Latest Tea Guild News
2013 Tea Guild Awards of Excellence
As the standards that Tea Guild members offer their customers continue to rise ever higher it was decided a few years ago to recognise those members who achieved almost top marks in each of the 16... Posted: 8th April 2013 Read more →
Watch this space!
Excitement is brewing as Tea Guild members brace themselves for the results of the 2013 Top Tea awards. Posted: 3rd April 2013 Read more →
The Tea Guild welcomes this year's new members
The Tea Guild welcomed eight new members in 2012, chosen from the many applicants for membership inspected, for the high standards of service, wide selection of teas plus correct brewing and serving... Posted: 9th December 2012 Read more →
Recent News
Behind the scenes at the UK's best tea room: Davenports in Cheshire
Tea Advisory Panel (TAP)
The Tea Advisory Panel was created to provide media with impartial information regarding the health benefits of tea. Panel members include nutritionists; dieticians and doctors. For further information please call 0207 052 8989. Read more...