Top 8 Dog-Friendly Afternoon Teas

One of our favourite British traditions is the classic afternoon tea. We love simple cream teas with warm scones and three-tier stands stacked with delicious sandwiches and pastries. It’s making our mouths water just thinking about it! Dog-friendly afternoon teas are the perfect way to celebrate special occasions or just spend time with loved ones.

At these establishments, your four-legged friend can join in the fun! That’s right – you don’t have to leave your beloved canine companion at home to enjoy these tasty treats. Your dog may even get a delicacy of their own to devour!

Read on to discover some of our favourite dog-friendly afternoon teas in the UK.

1. Alexander House, West Sussex

With delicate finger sandwiches made from homemade bread and an array of tasty desserts, there’s nothing like a wonderful afternoon tea at Alexander House. Your four-legged friend is welcome to join you for an afternoon tea and will even receive a doggy menu of their own! The Doggy Afternoon Tea menu includes gourmet sausage, a selection of dog bakery biscuits, a Barking Bakery Iced Woofin, and Bark-Jeeling Tea!

Following your luscious treats, return to your pet-friendly Garden Suite and sink into the super comfortable king-sized bed.

2. The Egerton House, London

Dogs of all sizes are welcome for an unforgettable afternoon tea experience at The Egerton House in Knightsbridge. This delightful dog-friendly hotel shows they know how to kick off an Afternoon Tea in style with a menu specially for your dog. Your canine companion can choose between chicken and beef meatloaf, homemade doggy biscuits, and doggy ice cream. Your pup can even enjoy their own tipple of Pawsecco to wash down their tasty treats!

As for humans, the afternoon teas are of course beautifully presented and delicious. Just as you’d expect from a 5* establishment like The Egerton House. Savour an array of amazing cakes, sandwiches, and scones to tickle your taste buds. This one definitely gets a paws up from us!

3. House of Marbles, Dartmoor, Devon

A round of a-paws is in order for the House of Marbles, as this dog-friendly experience in Devon has it all. At The House of Marbles, you won’t just get to enjoy a lovely afternoon tea, but you can also browse the department store, pottery museum, and glass-blowing studio!

The House of Marbles afternoon tea offers half cream teas for small appetites and picnic box cream teas. For the full shebang, try the complete afternoon tea featuring scones, sandwiches, and lots of cakes. Bone-appetit!

Where to Stay: The Moorland Hotel, Newton Abbot

4. Barnett Hill, Surrey

Delight in one of the prettiest afternoon teas at the beautiful Barnett Hill pet-friendly hotel. Indulge in a range of cakes, tarts, scones, and finger sandwiches as your furry friend enjoys treats from their own doggy afternoon tea menu.

Choose from three different afternoon tea experiences that can be enjoyed within the cosy lounge or on the lovely terrace. One of which is the Champagne Afternoon Tea in partnership with Laurent-Perrier. If you love tea, there’s a huge variety of amazing teas to choose from too. These include black teas like Rooibos Orange and Darjeeling, to fruity and floral teas such as Rosehip & Hibiscus.

Following a fantastic dog-friendly hotel afternoon tea, enjoy the exquisite views and amazing walks on your doorstep. There’s a reason this stunning location caught the eye of Frank Cook – the grandson of renowned travel agent, Thomas Cook!

5. Teacup Tearoom, Cornwall

We couldn’t discuss impressive afternoon teas without including the dog-friendly Teacup Tearoom in Cornwall. After all, a dog-friendly holiday in Mevagissey would be incomplete without a cream tea. As soon as you enter through the doors at the Teacup Tearoom, your furry friends will receive a hearty welcome as you get warm scones.

All of the heavenly scones here come with clotted cream and a variety of tasty local jams. As for your dog, they will have their own bed or blanket to snuggle up on, a bowl of water, and a selection of grain-free treats to enjoy!

Where to Stay: Vi’s Valley View dog-friendly cottage or Trenython Manor

The Relais, Henley

In the heart of Henley-on-Thames, The Relais dog-friendly afternoon tea is a special experience. Within the Henley Delicatessen, you can indulge in a variety of delights while your four-legged friends are treated like royalty by staff.

Throughout your stay at The Relais Henley, the dog-loving team will be on-hand to give your pup plenty of attention. This begins from the moment you enter through the doors of your cosy courtyard dog-friendly room. Within the beautiful bedroom, your furry friend will be delighted to find a water bowl and treats waiting for them on arrival.

Love My Human Townhouse, London

Nothing will set tails wagging like the ‘Paws & People Afternoon Tea’ at Love My Human Townhouse. This outstanding venue always puts the comfort of your dog at the forefront. For example, on arrival you can choose a comfy dog bed for your canine companion, ensuring the size is pawfect for them. Your furry friend can then choose from their own dog-friendly menu that includes beef meatballs, chicken breast and pumpkin puree!

As for those with two legs, tuck into two scones with jam & clotted cream with a pot of tea. Alternatively, dive into an open sandwich or one of the many desserts on offer including brownies and Sicilian cannoli.

Ellenborough Park, Gloucestershire

A traditional afternoon tea in the dog-friendly Cotswolds is unmissable. During your dog-friendly UK holiday at Ellenborough Park, indulge in an array of teas and coffees before feasting on a symphony of flavours. This includes a selection of exquisite sandwiches, cakes, and scones. The miniature cakes and desserts available perfectly complete this charming Cotswold afternoon tea.

If you are celebrating something special, you can leisurely enjoy a glass of fizz, an Ellenborough gin and tonic or a cocktail with your afternoon tea experience. Following your treats and delights, immerse yourself into Ellenborough Park’s timeless elegance. Dive into the spa facilities for a pamper sesh, or roam the 90 acres of gorgeous land with your furry canine. Sounds like the ulti-mutt dog-friendly holiday to us!

Dog-Friendly Afternoon Tea Experiences with PetsPyjamas

At PetsPyjamas, we have a whole host of dog-friendly properties offering impressive afternoon tea experiences for you and your four-legged friends.

Whether it’s a dog-friendly hotel in the rolling hills or a coastal retreat by beautiful dog-friendly beaches, there’s nothing like a British Afternoon Tea to tickle both yours and your canine companion’s taste buds! To book a stunning hotel with a dog afternoon tea experience, head over to our website today.