Afternoon Tea Awards 2025 - Award of Excellence 

The Langham, London’s new Afternoon Tea celebrates the hotel’s unique heritage as the birthplace of Afternoon Tea during the Victorian era. The Langham, London was the first hotel to serve Afternoon Tea commercially in 1865 and we are very proud to serve our modern interpretation of it.
Everything from the design of the crockery, tea stands and menu curation takes inspiration from our Victorian roots.

Inspired by the Chelsea Flower Show 2026, Palm Court at The Langham, London presents the Curious Garden Afternoon Tea, available from 19 May to 20 June.

Rooted in The Curious Garden exhibit and reflecting King Charles III’s passion for nature and sustainable growing, the menu brings the landscape to the table through seasonal, ingredient-led design, from hedgerow elderflower and orchard fruits to urban wildflower honey.

Savouries feature delicate botanical touches, from nasturtium paired with aged beef sirloin to smoked Scottish salmon lifted by borage, alongside a courgette and elderflower tartelette. The pastry selection continues the theme with elegant creations including elderflower syllabub, mascarpone and apple sablé, and a grapefruit, honey and yoghurt tart made with Bermondsey wildflower honey.

Served with a curated selection of fine teas, the Curious Garden Afternoon Tea offers a refined seasonal experience.

Set in the heart of the Capital, The Langham, London is just a 5-minute stroll from Oxford Circus Underground Station.