Wed, 7th Aug 2024 - Thu, 31st Jul 2025
More infoAfternoon Tea at The Milestone Hotel and Residences
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- Fine Dining Restaurant
Description
Afternoon Tea at The Milestone Hotel and Residences
Honoured with an Award of Excellence at the 2023 and 2024 Afternoon Tea Awards, our Afternoon Tea promises an extraordinary and memorable experience.
Located opposite Kensington Palace and a short distance from the Royal Albert Hall, Afternoon Tea at The Milestone Hotel offers traditional charm, opulent furnishings and hospitality from a passionate and experienced team. The menu boasts a delicious array of finger sandwiches, warm freshly baked scones served with Devonshire clotted cream and homemade preserves, and a selection of pastries including éclairs, tartlets, cupcakes, and macaroons. Enhance your experience by accompanying your tea with a glass of Champagne.
Guests will be invited to enjoy their afternoon tea experience either in The Park Lounge or within Cheneston's Restaurant. Guests are kindly asked to provide 24 hours' notice for any dietary requirements.
The Milestone Hotel and Residences also welcomes group enquiries for Afternoon Tea Parties. Whether you are celebrating a birthday, baby shower, anniversary or hen party they have beautiful spaces to accommodate and wow your guests.
For Little Princes and Princesses - try the Children's Afternoon Tea. The Milestone Hotel believes everyone should enjoy Afternoon Tea, including every little prince and princess.
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Special Offers: VIP upgrade - Complimentary glass of Champagne
Enjoy a complimentary glass of Champagne with Afternoon Tea at the award-winning Milestone Hotel and Residences.
Bookings are subject to availability and this offer excludes the
Milestone Experience with Shelley Levy.
Available Monday to Thursday until the 17th of November 2024.
Festive Afternoon Tea:
Available from the 18th of November through to the 3rd of January 2025
Bookings are now open.
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A Milestone Hotel Experience
Enjoy Afternoon Tea at the award-winning Milestone Hotel and book a sitting with Resident Artist Shelley Levy
• By appointment only – bespoke portraits from £520 including
afternoon tea for two
• Express interest during booking and a member of the team will be
in touch to discuss arrangements with you
The Milestone Hotel and Residences are thrilled to welcome Shelley Levy (ShelleyTheArtist) as the new Resident Artist for The Milestone Hotel & Residences. With her passion for capturing stories through art and her unique style of drawing from life, Shelley will add a new dimension to the experience for guests. Her discipline and commitment to daily drawing practice align with The Milestone Hotel and Residence's dedication to offering our guests the highest level of service and attention to detail.
Bespoke portraits
ShelleyTheArtist offers bespoke personal and family portraits for
guests enjoying Afternoon Tea at The Milestone Hotel & Residences,
creating a unique and lasting memento of your visit. With her
passion for capturing stories and her ability to draw from life,
Shelley can create a one-of-a-kind portrait that reflects the
individual personality and style of each guest. Her services are
ideal for those looking to commemorate a special occasion.
Shelley's services add a personalised touch to the guest experience
at The Milestone Hotel & Residences, creating a unique and
cherished memory that guests will treasure for years to come.
By appointment only, bespoke portraits from £520 which includes Afternoon Tea for two.
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London Tea Walk in collaboration with PMD Tea and The Milestone Hotel and Residences
An exciting and educational experience available to The Milestone Hotel and Residences guests for 2024
A fascinating and educational walking tour that explores London's lost tea history. The journey takes participants through significant locations associated with the city's role in the global tea trade, offering a unique perspective on how an island nation became a central player in the tea industry.
Key highlights guests include:
- Leadenhall Market and the East India Company
- Mincing Lane and the Largest Tea Auction
- Tower of London and the River Thames
- Tea Plaques and Commemoration
- Conclusion with a Black Cab Ride and Afternoon Tea
Guests enjoy a black cab transfer to The Milestone Hotel and
Residences providing a convenient and authentic London
experience.
Upon arrival, guests enjoy a guided Afternoon Tea experience that
includes tea recommendations, pairings, and stories related to the
people and places associated with the featured teas.
Duration: Approximately 5 hours in total
(2 hours for the tour + transfer + Afternoon Tea at The Milestone
Hotel and Residences)
Availability: The London Tea Walk is
available upon enquiry – please do let us know your preferred
date(s) and we will do our best to accommodate
Price: This is dependent on group size and
includes the Tea Walk, Black Cab transfer, and a Traditional
Afternoon Tea at The Milestone Hotel and Residences: £235 per
person with a minimum group of four people
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Afternoon Tea Parties and more at The Milestone Hotel and Residences:
When planning a private celebration, from intimate family gatherings to larger events, The Milestone has everything in hand. Your dedicated Events Coordinator is here to assist you at every stage: they will listen to your requirements, offer guidance and advice, and ensure everything takes place exactly as you wish.
Meetings & Events: Choosing The Milestone for a meeting or event means you can be assured of the latest in state-of-the-art audio/video technology as well as wireless broadband internet access throughout the hotel, keeping you seamlessly in touch with the office and the world whilst on the move. All this is discreetly provided within a setting reminiscent of a stately home and accompanied by second-to-none service.
Special Celebration: Glittering parties, private dining, stylish family gatherings, baby showers, and birthdays deserve a venue that reflects the magnificence of the occasion. The Milestone Hotel & Residences, with its five-star grandeur, spectacular decor, and attentive staff, is the enchanting venue that turns a great event into a magical one.
Weddings: It is hard to imagine a more romantic setting in which to celebrate your most special day. Opposite Kensington Palace and Gardens, home to Prince William and The Duchess of Cambridge, The Milestone is steeped in romantic history, each room with its own story to tell.
Licensed for civil ceremonies, The Milestone provides the perfect venue for an intimate celebration with traditional British style and unrivalled service. Our expert team of chefs, sommeliers, waiting staff, and event organisers will put your mind at ease and prepare the setting for the happiest day of your life. Every aspect of your wedding will be attended to with meticulous skill, style, and subtle precision.
Whatever the celebration, whether it's a wedding, anniversary, birthday party, wine tasting, cocktail masterclass or an introduction to the art of sabrage, an event held at The Milestone will be cherished for years to come.
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Cocktails in The Stables Bar: Extend your visit at The Milestone Hotel
Angelo Le Greco, The Milestone Hotel's Resident Bar Manager, whose creative mixology skills are sure to make your time at The Stables Bar a true event. For more details visit The Stables Bar including private hire of the new bar area The Hideway.
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Wed, 7th Aug 2024 - Thu, 31st Jul 2025
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More infoVouchers
The Art of Sabrage
Experience
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Monetary Voucher
£10 - £1000
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Info
- Fine Dining Restaurant , Restaurant , Event Space
- Chatting and Drinking , Drinking and Eating , Eating
- Kensington
- Experience
- Splash the Cash £££
- Taking Bookings
- Wheelchair Access
- None
- Smart, No sportswear
- 1
- Background Music
- No queues normally
Hours
Day | Open | Close | Notes |
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Monday | 13:00 | 19:00 | |
Tuesday | 13:00 | 19:00 | |
Wednesday | 13:00 | 19:00 | |
Thursday | 13:00 | 19:00 | |
Friday | 13:00 | 19:00 | |
Saturday | 13:00 | 19:00 | |
Sunday | 13:00 | 19:00 |
Location
Address
Afternoon Tea at The Milestone Hotel and Residences, 1 Kensington Court, W8 5DL
Area
Kensington
Nearest Station
High Street Kensington (Tube)
Menus
Private Hire
Name | Type | Capacity Seated |
Capacity Standing |
Cost | Min spend Midweek* |
Min spend Weekend* |
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Park Lounge | Private Room | 20 | 25 | - | - | - | |
The Park Lounge is a warm and cosy retreat, just right for drinks & canapé receptions with an open fireplace and sumptuous armchairs and sofas. The views of Kensington Gardens allow an escape to the country and through its quintessential English ambience, making it hard to believe you are in the heart of the capital. The feeling is that of a private drawing room surrounded by antique books and copies of Tatler and Country Living magazines. Event facilities include:
Prices are available on request. |
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Cheneston's Restaurant | Private Room | 0 | 0 | - | - | - | |
The Cheneston Restaurant can be booked for exclusive hire (subject to availability), please contact the venue to discuss your needs and tailored packages. |
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The Windsor Suite | Private Room | 30 | 40 | - | - | - | |
The Windsor Suite is an aged pine panelled executive boardroom complete with a butler’s pantry, full air-conditioning and an abundance of natural daylight. The Windsor is perfect for executive boardroom meetings and presentations as well as bespoke events such as wedding receptions and private dining. Event facilities include:
Prices are available on request. |
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The Oratory | Private Room | 8 | 0 | - | - | - | |
For those special occasions, elegant private dinners, business lunches, working breakfasts or leisurely afternoon teas, the circular Oratory, with its ornate vaulted ceiling and wood paneling is ideal. Located next to the main restaurant, (and once the private chapel of the original house in the 1600s), the Oratory provides an enchanting space for up to eight guests. Intimate Occasion Dining at The Milestone Hotel and Residences Our Intimate Occasion Dining package includes exclusive use of The Oratory, fresh-cut flower displays and decorations, and live music from a highly skilled harpist – providing a special occasion soundscape unlike any other. Your celebratory Afternoon Tea, lunch or dinner can include a bespoke menu, available from £85 per person. Extend your evening with a night’s stay at The Milestone Hotel & Residences, where a complimentary romantic turndown will provide the final flourish. Celebratory Afternoon Tea, Lunch or Dinner Bespoke menus available from £85 per person Exclusive private use of The Oratory – from £500 Flower displays – on request Decorations – on request Harpist – from £250 Extend your stay with a night’s stay – preferential room rates are available Complimentary Romantic Turndown |
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The Hideaway | Private Room | 8 | 12 | - | - | - | |
The Hideaway is a versatile new dining space that offers an exclusive and intimate setting for both exclusive private events and casual walk-ins. Adjacent to The Stables Bar, this dark wood-panelled, candlelit room exudes a warm and inviting ambiance, perfect for creating memorable experiences. The extensive drink list, curated by award-winning Bar Manager Angelo Lo Grecco, features expertly crafted cocktails known for their innovative combinations and elegant presentation. The Stables Bar also offers a curated selection of fine wines, beers and spirits. Executive Chef Daniel Putz's menu reflects a contemporary take on classic bar food, elevated by premium ingredients and innovative techniques. Small plates designed for sharing encourage a relaxed dining atmosphere, making it ideal for social gatherings.
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* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.
Customer Reviews (104)
Our Review
Fancy Fizz & Scones: Does This Kensington Hotel Knock Up The Best Afternoon Tea?
When my mum was visiting from New York, she had one request: go to an afternoon tea in London. And knowing my mother, I knew she wanted a quintessentially British one at that. So there I was, scouring for the lushest offerings around until I stumbled upon The Milestone Hotel and Residencies. We were…