Cakefield! Best Afternoon Tea in the Wakefield District

Tucked away in the heart of Horbury, Rich and Fancy is a delightful destination for a truly indulgent afternoon tea. With a cosy atmosphere and beautifully presented treats, this independent café has become a local favourite for a sweet escape. Their afternoon tea is freshly made to order, featuring a classic selection of sandwiches, decadent cakes and delicious daily home-baked scones served with berry jam and whipped cream. They even offer mocktails and speciality drinks to upgrade your experience!

📍 Horbury, WF4 6LP
💰 £20 (takeaway £12.95 – excluding drink and trifle), mocktail upgrade £25
🔗 Find out more on Rich & Fancy’s Facebook page and email cakeswakefield@googlemail.com to book.

Marmalade on the Square brings vintage charm and a touch of whimsy to the classic afternoon tea. With linen tablecloths, china tea cups and vintage cutlery, the setting is as much a treat as the tea itself. Choose between the playful Mad Hatters Tea or the more indulgent Queen of Hearts, which comes with a glass of Prosecco for that extra sparkle. Expect finely sliced sandwiches, freshly baked scones with jam and clotted cream, and a choice of homemade cake or delicate cupcake. Unlimited Yorkshire tea or filter coffee flows freely, and there are vegan and gluten-free options available on request.

📍 Wakefield, WF1 1HB
💰 Mad Hatters Tea £16, Queen of Hearts £21
🔗 Find out more on Marmalade on the Square’s Facebook page and call 01924 200203 to book.

Castleford’s The Twisted Tree offers a seasonal twist on the classic afternoon tea. Their Rustic Afternoon Tea showcases fresh, locally sourced ingredients that change with the seasons. Expect an adventurous line-up of open sandwiches – think Yorkshire ham with caramelised red onion relish, beef brisket with jalapeños, and cod goujons with tartar sauce. The sweet selection doesn’t disappoint either, with passionfruit tarts, blackcurrant mousse, carrot and pistachio cake, and more (plus the all-important scone with jam and cream of course!). Unlimited hot drinks are included, and there’s an option to add a glass of Prosecco for a little extra indulgence.

📍 Castleford, WF10 5PT
💰 £24.95 (£28.95 with Prosecco)
🔗 Find out more and book on The Twisted Tree’s website or call 01977 516174.

Afternoon tea at the four star Waterton Park Hotel is a special treat and a great way to spend an afternoon with friends and family. This quintessential British treat is served in The Grand Café on the mainland of the hotel. Enjoy a selection of traditional finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with homemade jam and clotted cream, delicious cakes and tasty treats, and your choice of coffee and specialty teas. Additionally, why not add a glass of chilled Prosecco to bring a little fizz to the occasion?

📍 Wakefield, WF2 6PW
💰 £22.50 (£27.50 with Prosecco)
🔗 Find out more and book on Waterton Park Hotel’s website.

Right in the heart of Pontefract, Crownwells Restaurant offers a classic afternoon tea with a refreshing twist – you get to choose your own sandwich filling! This added personal touch, along with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, has made their traditional Afternoon Tea a favourite among locals and a frequent recommendation for visiting friends and family. Served with a fresh scone, Rodda’s clotted cream, Tiptree strawberry jam and a delectable selection of small cakes, it’s everything you’d expect from a proper afternoon tea. Can’t quite finish it all? No problem, they’ll box it up for you to take home.

📍 Pontefract, WF8 1AQ
💰 £18.95 (£25.95 with a 200ml bottle of Prosecco)
🔗 Find out more and book on Cromwells Restaurant’s website.

If you’re looking to take your afternoon tea off the beaten (tea) track, Tet in Wakefield city centre delivers a vibrant twist with bold flavours and Eastern flair. Their Afternoon Tea is infused with the spirit of Thai and Vietnamese cuisine, offering a deliciously different experience that’s anything but traditional. Swap cucumber sandwiches for grilled chicken satay, vegetable dumplings, sesame prawn toast and sweetcorn cakes, beautifully balanced with sweet bites like mochi and luxurious petits fours. And yes, the colourful Thai sticky rice is as photogenic as it is moreish.

📍 Wakefield, WF1 1PQ
💰 £26.95 with Prosecco (£36.95 with Champagne)
🔗 Find out more and book on Tet’s website or call 01924 298555.

Set on the banks of the River Aire, the charming Queen’s Mill Tearooms offers a classically indulgent afternoon tea with a proud Yorkshire twist. Served on elegant three-tiered stands and vintage china, it’s a feast for the eyes as much as the appetite. Expect freshly made sandwiches with crisps and salad, dainty scones with clotted cream and strawberry jam, a slice of traditional fruit cake paired with mature cheddar (because, Yorkshire), and a tempting selection of mini cakes. All accompanied, of course, by a pot of proper Yorkshire Tea or freshly ground coffee.

For those who fancy something a little heartier, the Gentleman’s Afternoon Tea includes everything above, with the welcome addition of pork pie and pickles – proof that afternoon tea isn’t just about sweet treats.

📍 Castleford, WF10 1JL
💰 £16.95 (£23.90 with Prosecco, £21.20 for Gentleman’s Afternoon Tea)
🔗 Call 07810 102116 for questions and to book.

Housed in the beautifully restored Old Corn Mill, Capri at Newmillerdam blends historic charm with Mediterranean flair, perfect for an indulgent afternoon tea with a difference. Guests can choose two sweet and two savoury delights, with options including warm fruit scones with clotted cream and strawberries, a gooey chocolate pot with deep-fried dough, or a sticky salted caramel slice. On the savoury side, there’s something for every palate – from egg mayo and cress sandwiches to grilled chicken with truffle mayo, and ratatouille with feta and pomegranate on a toasted muffin. A refreshing green smoothie and your choice of tea or ground coffee completes the experience.

📍 Wakefield, WF2 6QQ
💰 £15.95 (£20.95 with Champagne)
🔗 Find out more and book on Capri’s website or call 01924 465000.

Nestled in picturesque grounds just outside Pontefract, Wentbridge House Hotel offers an elegant and indulgent afternoon tea experience in truly idyllic surroundings. Served daily in the Drawing Room, Restaurant, Brasserie, or out on the sun-dappled Garden Terrace, this is a timeless treat tailored for every taste. Their Spring Garden Afternoon Tea showcases a beautifully balanced array of seasonal savoury bites and irresistible sweet treats. Expect fluffy homemade scones, dainty finger sandwiches, Annabel’s strawberry jam and lemon curd, and a changing selection of cakes – all perfectly paired with loose-leaf Taylors of Harrogate tea or freshly brewed coffee. Or for something a little heartier, the Proper Yorkshire Afternoon Tea offers a savoury spin with cold cuts, cheeses, pork pie, truffled parmesan fries, pickles and chutneys – a feast truly worthy of the name!

📍 Pontefract, WF8 3JJ
💰 £29.95 (£32.95 for Proper Yorkshire Afternoon Tea)
🔗 Find out more and book on Wentbridge House Hotel’s website or call 01977 620444.

Combine culture and cake with an artistic afternoon tea at Wakefield’s Yorkshire Sculpture Park. Served in The Kitchen, a stylish café with sweeping views over the parkland, this afternoon tea is as much a feast for the eyes as the stomach – and it even includes complimentary entry to YSP, making it a day out as well as a delicious indulgence. Expect a classic selection of freshly made sandwiches, savoury bites, a warm homemade scone with jam and cream and a tempting array of homemade cakes. Unlimited freshly ground coffee or tea is included, and if you’re feeling fancy, add a glass of Prosecco for that perfect finishing sparkle.

📍 Wakefield, WF4 4LG
💰 £23.95 (£29.95 with Prosecco)
🔗 To find out more and book call 01924 832508 or email hospitality@ysp.org.uk

Afternoon tea at Farmer Copleys may skip the traditional tiered stand, but it more than makes up for it with big-hearted flavour, beautiful presentation and top-notch local ingredients. Crafted by an award-winning team of bakers and chefs, this countryside favourite offers a relaxed yet indulgent take on the classic British treat. Expect generous platters of delicate finger sandwiches and irresistible sweet bakes, all made fresh on-site using the finest Yorkshire produce. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion like a baby shower or birthday, or just fancy treating yourself on a lazy afternoon, this tea is honest, hearty, and thoroughly delicious.

📍 Pontefract, WF7 5AF
💰 £20
🔗 To book call 01977 600200.