The County Hotel - Chelmsford29 Rainsford Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 2PZ

Elegant & classic, the County Hotel is the perfect place to enjoy your Afternoon Tea experience. Choose from two Afternoon Tea offerings- traditionalists can enjoy the Classic Afternoon Tea and those craving something creative can opt for The Best of the British Afternoon Tea.

The Classic Afternoon Tea will delight those craving a quintessential treat. Indulge in an array of beautiful finger sandwiches, house-made delicate cakes & sweet treats, savouries and freshly baked house-made scones.

The Best of British Afternoon is the County Hotel's take on British favourites including Spicy Coronation Chicken Sandwich, Carrot Cake and Mini Fish & Chips. The 'Best of British' menu will be served along with their Classic Afternoon Tea menu, so it's decision time- is it Goodbye Cucumber... Hello Roast Beef? You can book the Best of British Afternoon Tea here.

The County Hotel is located 3 minutes from the train & bus station and a 10 minute walk from the city centre. Many popular tourist destinations are within walking distance of the hotel. 

The hotel has an award winning restaurant, 50 bedrooms, 5 banqueting & conference rooms that can accommodate 8-150 people. The hotel has three rooms licensed for civil ceremonies and offers free car parking for guests in the city centre.

1. Times:

   Afternoon Tea is served 12pm to 5pm every day

2. Booking:

   Booking is essential

3. Nearest railway station:

   Chelmsford- 3 Minute Walk

4. Approach:

   Reception

5. Where to sit:

   The Lounge

6. Dress code:

   Smart casual

7. Children:

   Children of all ages welcome

8. Music:

   No live music

9. Credit cards:

   All major credit cards accepted

10. Gardens:

    Yes

11. Outdoor Seating:

    Yes

12. Disabled access:

    Yes

13. Dogs:

    Guide dogs only

14. Gluten free:

    Yes

15. Vegan:

    Yes

16. Nut free:

    Yes

17. Award Winner:

    Yes

18. Halal:

    No

CLASSIC AFTERNOON TEA AT THE COUNTY HOTEL

Selection of Fresh Leaf Teas;
English Breakfast, Assam, Ceylon, Earl Grey, Green Sencha Peppermint, Chamomile, Lapsang Souchong De-caffeinated English Breakfast or Tisanes; Jasmin Blossom, Mango & Strawberry, Elderflower & Lemon, Cranberry

or

Freshly Brewed Coffee

A Selection of Sandwiches including;
Honey roasted Gammon with whole grain mustard,
apple chutney on granary bread
Scottish smoked salmon with lemon infused creme fraiche & watercress on malted brown bread
Cucumber with minted cream cheese on white bread
Egg mayonnaise with chopped shallot and watercress on granary bread

Freshly baked fruit or plain scones with fresh cream & strawberry preserve

A selection of home baked cakes & sweet treats including;
White chocolate and lime tart
Pistachio and dark chocolate macaroons
Lemon drizzle cake
Delice of apricot cake
Vanilla panna cotta & rhubarb shot 

 £19.95 per person 

£24.95 per person with Prosecco

£29.95 per person with Champagne 

Prices are per 125ml glass

For parties of six or more, a £5 deposit per person is required. 

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