Afternoon Tea At Bedford Lodge

I was very disappointed with the Afternoon Tea experience. The sandwiches did not seem freshly made, as they were dry and the bread appeared stale with very little filling. I even found a bone in my chicken sandwich, which I mentioned to the waitress, but no one came to address the issue or apologize. The cakes looked good, but unfortunately, that was the only positive aspect. The scones, however, were the highlight of the experience.

I went for a lovely afternoon tea this afternoon with a friend. The service was efficient with very polite and welcoming staff. The food was delicious and freshly prepared, what we didn’t eat we were allowed to take home. I have a soft spot for Bedford Lodge, having married here 12 years ago, the hotel has only got better and better! Never had a bad experience. The hotel is modern but sympathetic to its heritage, the staff have always been exceptional and I never hesitate to book here! I will continue to visit over the coming years.

Fantastic afternoon tea, have been before always so impressed. Regularly change menu, gorgeous food attentive staff.

We had an amazing afternoon tea with family and friends in the restaurant. The service was outstanding, nothing was too much trouble and the the pots of tea and coffee were refreshed frequently. I was very impressed with the sandwiches which were well filled using quality ingredients. The warm sausage rolls and tarts were delicious. The scones were served warm with a lovely home-made lemon curd as well as jam and clotted cream. We also enjoyed the stunning range of cakes and desserts. I would recommend to anyone who expect a high standard of service in a beautiful setting.

Lovely setting in the orangerie, nice table decoration. Service was good but not overly attentive. I am a regular customer at the Bedford Lodge hotel but would not return for an afternoon tea unless the quality is improved. Please, please propose a more suitable selection of cakes ! Stolen, scones, fruit cake, orange cake, enormous sausage roll, thick sandwiches which more bread than filling. Sadly you have to drink a gallon of tea to go through it. Should be advertised as An Afternoon tea for two hungry men No fine patisserie there I am afraid.