Nestled in the heart of the Peak District, Bakewell offers a quintessentially English experience with traditional tiered stands set in charming tea rooms and historic surroundings. For those seeking a taste of tradition with a full afternoon tea or a lighter option with indulgent cakes, barista-made coffee, or champagne, Bakewell is the perfect destination for a delightful afternoon tea experience with produce from local suppliers. So, where is the best afternoon tea in Bakewell?

We’ll start off with two fantastic Peak District staples, Lavender Tea Rooms, Bakewell. Set in a charming courtyard setting in the popular Peak District market town of Bakewell where Afternoon teas are their speciality and are best enjoyed in the upstairs dining area looking out over the bustling courtyard. With a choice of Traditional, Deluxe, Vegetarian and Vegan afternoon teas all served on traditional tiered stands, there’s something for everyone!

For the perfect cappuccino and to watch the world go buy go to Lime Lounge on Bridge Street just over the pack horse bridge. Coffee by Heavenly Coffee Company and it really is good!. If you are looking for a warm welcome and a good value spot of lunch where the locals go pop in to Upstairs Cafe (location ­ clue is in the name) immediately right over the pedestrian bridge over the river.

What’s more the team works with local suppliers to provide freshly made cakes, pastries and tarts, homemade sandwiches on freshly baked bread. In addition, proper coffee and perfectly blended loose-leaf teas are all served in and on vintage, mismatched crockery. Afternoon teas are their speciality and are best enjoyed in the upstairs dining area looking out over the bustling courtyard.

Tucked away on Hebden Court, Lavender Tea Rooms is a quintessentially English experience that should not be missed. This charming tea room offers an inviting atmosphere perfect for a leisurely afternoon. : The afternoon tea is a highlight, featuring an array of finger sandwiches, homemade scones with clotted cream and jam, and a selection of cakes and pastries.

Tucked away behind Hebden courtyard, this delightful Tea Room is one not to be missed. The convivial ambience only adds to the pleasant experience of china cups and traditional styled tea pots. Address: 6 Hebden Court, Matlock Street, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1EE Telephone: 01629 814466 Click here to view location in Google Maps

Located in the heart of Bakewell, Lavender Tea Rooms nestled in the heart of Hebden Court, a picturesque courtyard in the beloved Peak District market town of Bakewell. Recently refurbished and under new management (Nov 2023 original post), the tea room promises an essential experience. Also offers a vegan afternoon tea Bakewell.

When you start to get peckish, there are some brilliant places to eat in Bakewell. The Lavender Tea Rooms is a lovely little gem, tucked away in a pretty courtyard, just off the main street. It offers light bites (such as sandwiches and teacakes), as well as Cream Teas and one of the best Afternoon Teas around!.

If you feel like taking a dumpling break, head to Loysel’s Toy in Lavender where freshly roasted coffee beans of your choice translate in an excellent latte. Combine with the tasteful cakes and you have a Sunday afternoon activity next to the Rochor river and surrounded by lush forest.

If you fancy an afternoon pick me up to recharge those sluggish sad batteries, get yourself down to The Lavender Tea Rooms pronto. Based on a busy high street in Bakewell, the tea rooms set over two floors can be found nestled in an olde worlde courtyard.

We met friends for an afternoon tea today and it was delicious, great selection. Me and hubby had a traditional afternoon tea, our friends had a vegan afternoon tea and one had a gluten free vegan afternoon tea. All were delicious and enjoyed by all.

The Lavender Tea Rooms, Matlock Street, Bakewell, DE45 1EE. Rating: 4.3/5 (based on 229 Google Reviews). "All staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The food was fantastic and very reasonably priced." Photo: -