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Mumsnet Discussions: Days out recommendations : Tea at the Ritz /Claridges or similar (5 messages)

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By Debris on Tue 18-Nov-08 16:01:06

Where is the best place for afternoon tea in London ? Is it the sort of thing you would do with children ? Im trying to think of something to do for my 40th that ive never done before, but involving the family. Thank you.

By Tas1 on Tue 18-Nov-08 16:41:22

I have had afternoon tea at the Savoy, Claridges, Harrods and the Dorchester.
The only one I would be happy to take children to would be Harrods as it has a more relaxed atmosphere. The others are quite strict and I would'nt be able to relax incase the children played up.

Out of the four I have been to, you got more food at the Savoy but Claridges was the most impressive building wise.

HTH

By domesticslattern on Tue 18-Nov-08 16:47:11

How old are the children, Debris?

Claridges is gorgeous, as is the Wolsley. But as Tas1 says, you might not feel comfortable with small kids to be honest. I am going to take a well-behaved ten year old to the Ritz soon but might not chance a smallie.

One other idea would be to go to the newish ice cream parlour in Fortnums and Mason; it is fabby and kids love the sundaes. And it has the glam factor for you.

By Debris on Tue 18-Nov-08 18:02:51

Thank you, dds are 6 and 3. Yes I was a bit worried that it might be a bit formal for them. I want to be able to relax and enjoy it.

By Weegle on Tue 18-Nov-08 18:07:38

DH took me to the Ritz. There was loads of food - so we had a lunch sitting and we didn't eat again that day. There were twin toddlers there near us but they were in the minority but there was a good mix of bigger groups and couples.

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