The Christmas season is the perfect time to gather with loved ones, and what better way to celebrate than over an indulgent afternoon tea? Across the Causeway Coast & Glens, a variety of venues are offering beautifully curated festive afternoon teas.
Whether you're looking for a cosy countryside escape, seaside views, or the authentic charm of a Georgian manor, there's a spot waiting to welcome you this Christmas.
Here’s a guide to some of the best places to enjoy festive afternoon tea in the Causeway Coast & Glens.
Where to go for Festive Afternoon Tea in the Causeway Coast & Glens
Causeway Hotel
Located near the iconic Giant’s Causeway, the Causeway Hotel’s festive afternoon tea offers a delicious selection of seasonal sandwiches, pastries, and sweet treats. Pair your meal with tea, prosecco, or their signature Basalt gins for a truly memorable experience. Available until 21st December.
Woodbank Vintage Tea Room
Set in a listed Georgian home, Woodbank Vintage Tea Room provides a truly elegant festive afternoon tea. It’s the perfect spot for long-awaited Christmas catch-ups, and their homemade Victoria Sponge is a must try! Available from 29th November right up until Christmas.
Elephant Rock
This trendy seaside hotel in Portrush provides the ideal setting for a festive get-together with friends and family. Elephant Rock’s Festive Afternoon Tea includes all the seasonal classics, best enjoyed with a warming glass of mulled wine. Available Thursday-Saturday from 4th-20th December.
Ballykenver Farm Shop & Kitchen
For a hands-on festive experience, Ballykenver Farm Shop & Kitchen offers a Christmas Chutney Workshop followed by their Christmas Causeway Coast Afternoon Tea. Learn to make your own cranberry chutney, enjoy mulled wine, and tuck into a farmhouse kitchen feast featuring everything from sandwiches and sausage rolls to award-winning Christmas pudding. Available 6th and 13th December.
The Bushtown Hotel
Gather your colleagues, friends, or partner and head to the beautifully refurbished lounge at The Bushtown Hotel for their Winter Afternoon Tea. Designed with festive flavours and seasonal delights, this experience is perfect for a cosy celebration. Available 24th November – 30th December.
The Marine Hotel
Throughout December, The Marine Hotel serves a Festive Afternoon Tea filled with seasonal indulgence. Guests can enjoy a selection of freshly prepared sandwiches, home-baked scones with jam and cream, and an assortment of mini festive sweet treats and Christmas desserts. The experience is completed with a choice of Twinings teas, making it a cosy and comforting way to celebrate the season. Available 3rd-23rd December.
Portrush Adelphi
The Red Sail Room at the stunning Portrush Adelphi offers a Festive Afternoon Tea served every Friday, Saturday and Sunday throughout December. Visitors can enjoy a selection of seasonal savouries, sweet treats and freshly brewed teas, all served in a warm and welcoming festive setting - an ideal way to relax and celebrate the season.
The Hedges Hotel
The Hedges Hotel offers a festive Afternoon Tea with a hint of Christmas cheer this December - a refined festive treat served in its tranquil café. Guests can enjoy a choice of tea or coffee alongside a selection of assorted sandwiches, homemade scones, pancakes and seasonal sweet treats. It’s an inviting winter warm-up for colleagues, friends or couples, all just a short stroll from the iconic Dark Hedges. Available Monday to Saturday throughout December from 1:30pm-3:00pm.
Whether you’re looking to indulge in festive flavours, celebrate the season with friends, or simply enjoy the charm of Christmas in a cosy setting, the Causeway Coast & Glens has a festive afternoon tea experience for everyone.
Each venue offers its own unique twist on this seasonal favourite, so why not make it a part of your Christmas traditions this year?
Treat yourself to a festive afternoon tea and create cherished memories in the Causeway Coast & Glens.
