The Milestone Hotel - Kensington1 Kensington Court, London, W8 5DL

Afternoon Tea Awards 2019 - Highly Commended

The Milestone Hotel is reopening for Afternoon Tea from 23rd September  - now taking bookings! 

Taking its name from the original cast iron milestone that stands against one of its walls The Milestone Hotel is a deluxe 5 star boutique hotel overlooking Kensington Palace, former home to Princess Diana, and Kensington Gardens. Built in the late 19th Century as two townhouses, the hotel is a listed building and the restoration has been meticulously done according to English Heritage standards with original fireplaces, carved wood panelling, high ceilings and large ornate windows. 

Their Afternoon Tea is served in either the Park Lounge or the Chenestons Restaurant and the choice is at the discretion of the venue dependant on availability.

The interior of the Park Lounge is decorated with antiques and elegant furnishings that provides guests with an opulent environment to indulge in a selection of delicious sweet and savoury treats.

Chenestons Restaurant provides a similiarly sophisticated experience. Deriving its name from an early spelling of Kensington, this luxurious restaurant features traditional mahogany furniture and wood panelling that creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere to enjoy Afternoon Tea.

The Milestone Hotel was awarded a Highly Commended certificate at the Afternoon Tea Awards in 2018 and 2019 in recognition of its high quality Afternoon Tea service.

1. Times:

   Afternoon Tea is served at 1pm - 5pm Wednesday - Sunday

2. Booking:

   Booking is essential

3. Nearest railway station:

   High Street Kensington

4. Approach:

   Reception or the concierge

5. Where to sit:

   • Guests will be seated in The Park Lounge and also Cheneston’s Restaurant in accordance with social distancing guidelines

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:

    No

11. Outdoor Seating:

    No

12. Disabled access:

    Yes

13. Dogs:

    Guide dogs only

14. Gluten free:

    Yes, please give at least 24 hours notice

15. Vegan:

    Yes, please give at least 24 hours notice

16. Nut free:

    Yes, please give at least 24 hours notice

17. Award Winner:

    Afternoon Tea Awards 2019 - Highly Commended

18. Halal:

    -

TRADITIONAL AFTERNOON TEA SAMPLE MENU

Finger sandwiches
Smoked Scottish salmon and dill creme fraise
Free-range egg mayonnaise and Hampshire watercress
Honey-roast ham and mustard
Chicken mayonnaise with chopped almonds

Scones
Freshly-baked scones served with Devonshire clotted cream and homemade strawberry preserve.

Pastries
Salted Pistachio Cube
Caramelia Chocolate Dome
Blood Orange Meringue Lollipop
Red Velvet Cupcake
Pinapple Macaron
Grape and Champagne Tartlet

£55 per person

Champagne Afternoon Tea - £65 per person 
The full Afternoon Tea selection accompanied by a pot of tea of your choice, served with milk or lemon, and a glass of perfectly chilled Champagne.

Royal Afternoon Tea - £130 for two 
The full Afternoon Tea selection accompanied by a pot of tea of your choice served with milk or lemon, fresh strawberries and cream and and half a bottle of Champagne.

Pink Royal Afternoon Tea - £130 for two 
The full Afternoon Tea selection accompanied by a pot of tea of your choice served with milk or lemon, fresh strawberries and cream and half a bottle of Pink Champagne.

Ruinart Royal Afternoon Tea - £135 for two
Enjoy the Afternoon Tea selection served with a half bottle of Ruinart Champagne.

Little Prince and Princess Tea - £26 per child (For children under 12 only)
A selection of finger sandwiches, freshly-baked scones with Devonshire clotted cream, preserves, French pastries, donuts and hot chocolate.

Vegetarian Afternoon Tea - £55 per person
A selection of home-made vegetarian sandwiches together with freshly baked home-made fruit scones, pastries and cupcakes.

Gluten-Free Afternoon Tea - £55 per person 
A selection of home-made sandwiches on white gluten-free bread as well as a range of gluten-free pastries

Dairy-Free Afternoon Tea - £52 per person 
A selection of home-made dairy-free pastries, sandwiches together with freshly baked scones

If you require information on the allergen content of The Milestone's food items, please ask a member of staff and they will be happy to help.

All prices are inclusive of VAT and a discretionary 12.5% service charge will be added to each bill. If you are allergic to any food products, please advise a member of the service team.

If you require information on the allergen content of The Milestone's food items, please ask a member of staff and they will be happy to help.

All prices are inclusive of VAT and a discretionary 12.5% service charge will be added to each bill. If you are allergic to any food products, please advise a member of the service team. 

Gift Vouchers

1. Traditional Afternoon Tea for Two at The Milestone Hotel

   £52.00

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2. Little Prince And Princess Tea at The Milestone Hotel

   £26.00

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3. Pink Royal Afternoon Tea For Two at The Milestone Hotel

   £130.00

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4. Ruinart Afternoon Tea For Two at The Milestone Hotel

   £135.00

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