The Goring Hotel

Traditional afternoon tea has been served at this family owned hotel since it opened in 1910. This year The Goring won the UK Tea Guild's Top London Afternoon Tea Award (the tea equivalent of the Oscars).

In my opinion, the service and the ambience of the room are just as important as the quality of the sandwiches, scones and cakes when it comes to enjoying afternoon tea. I have to say, the service at The Goring was faultless and the food near on perfect. When we couldn't finish everything, the remainder of our tea was beautifully packed up for us to enjoy at home.

In warm weather, guests can sit on the sunny terrace overlooking the private garden. Incidentally, Kate Middleton made The Goring even more famous by choosing to spend the night there before her wedding.

Tea (£39 per person) is served daily from 15.00 to 16.30 and booking in advance is essential.