Sip tea from china cups and enjoy tiny sandwiches without crusts at one of these lovely afternoon tea destinations.

Eat like royalty in the afternoon so you have plenty of time to spend at your pod in the evening, toasting marshmallows over a fire pit. Sounds like a plan!

Don’t forget to book your afternoon tea in advance. Most places require at least 24 hours’ notice for afternoon tea.

6 miles: The Knights Table Cafe & Restaurant – Little Stainforth, Settle

  • Imaginative afternoon tea in a popular cafe/restaurant with stunning views near the River Ribble.
  • Afternoon tea available daily, except Sundays, from 2pm – 4pm.
  • Booking is essential for afternoon tea – call 01729 823387.
  • Example of the afternoon tea menu – Afternoon Tea Winter ’24
  • Keep up-to-date with news on their Facebook page – Knights Table Facebook Page

8 miles: The Traddock – Austwick, Settle, LA2 8BY – 015242 251224

  • Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea in the beautiful walled garden of The Traddock or by a roaring fire in winter, relaxing on a comfy sofa or armchair in the lounge.
  • Served 3-5pm – reservation required (with 24 hours’ notice for afternoon tea)
  • The Traddock Afternoon Tea Menu

10 miles: The View  – Coniston Hotel, Coniston, BD23 4EA – reserve a table online

  • Admire the beautiful views through huge glass doors of the 24-acre Coniston Lake or stare into a roaring open fire in winter while enjoying a tasty afternooon tea. All things sweet are prepared daily. Add extras such as G&T or a Yorkshire Martini.
  • Served 3 – 4pm, Monday to Saturday.
  • The View Afternoon Tea Menu

5 miles: The Falcon Manor – Skipton Road, Settle, BD24 9BD – 01729 823814

  • Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea at The Falcon Manor, a James’ Places Hotel.
  • Afternoon tea is served daily from 12 noon to 5pm. Ring to book in advance, as it may be closed to the public for weddings.
  • Falcon Manor Afternoon Tea Menu

9 miles: Hindelinis – Ribblesdale Park, Mill Lane, Gisburn, BB7 4LP – 01200 415314

  • Book your table in advance online – open 9am to 8pm Mon to Sat, Sun 9am to 5pm.
  • Enjoy a changing menu of seasonal afternoon tea, seating booths and a great fireplace.
  • Hindelinis Afternoon Tea Menu