Posted: 31 July 2025
There's a certain magic to the ritual of afternoon tea. It's a chance to slow down, catch up with loved ones, and indulge in a little bit of luxury.
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Doncaster, with its rich history and vibrant community, offers a wonderful selection of places to enjoy this classic British tradition. We can offer an elegant city-centre experience or a charming escape to the countryside - there's an afternoon tea to suit every date!
Here's a curated guide to some of the top places for afternoon tea, both in the city centre and a little further afield.
The Glass Strawberry
Enjoy a traditional and Yorkshire afternoon tea featuring crustless sandwiches, special spiced currant scones made from a 40 year old recipe with whipped cream and strawberry jam, and a variety of cakes, all served on unique wooden boards with unlimited tea and coffee, and an option to add prosecco. This afternoon tea is presented beautifully and is totally insta-grammable! Not to mention it was listed in The Times Newspaper for the top 23 most recommended in the UKfor Afternoon Tea.
The Earl of Doncaster
Experience a unique twist on a timeless tradition with The Earl’s Sparkling Saturday Afternoons! You can expect an elegant afternoon featuring a Classic Afternoon Tea with a touch of added sparkle, including a glass of Prosecco and live music from the fabulous Ella Jay. Delight in an indulgent selection of savoury bites, decadent desserts, and uplifting ambiance.
Cupcakes 2 Love
Offering a traditional or themed afternoon tea, which include everything the classic does and more!
Jazz Café
The perfect choice for a yorkshire afternoon tea, featuring yorkshire pork pies, luxury cheese and crackers and much more!
A Coffee Shop and Cafe in the heart of a superb living Church providing fresh and homemade afternoon tea.
The Glass Strawberry
To ensure your perfect afternoon tea spot, we suggest booking ahead of time.
No matter where you choose to go, afternoon tea in Doncaster is a delightful experience waiting to be enjoyed. So take a moment to pause, sip your tea, and savour the sweet and savoury treats that make this tradition so beloved.