9 of the Best Places for Afternoon Tea in Harrogate

If Harrogate isn’t the capital of afternoon teas it should be. After some extensive and mouth-watering research I have compiled an updated list for 2026 to help you discover the best afternoon tea in Harrogate.

Bettys

Obviously Bettys had to feature in this list so I thought we’d start with the most famous Harrogate afternoon tea of them all.

One of the oldest independent businesses in Harrogate, Bettys is a must visit whether its for afternoon tea or just to pick up some cream cakes to take away. Face the queues and get a window seat to indulge in the most famous Harrogate afternoon tea whilst watching the world go by. Or why not book your afternoon tea in the first floor Imperial room. To make the most of a trip to Bettys read about my 'insider tips'.

Times & Prices: Bettys Afternoon tea is served all day priced at £29.95pp. Add £5 for prosecco and £10 for Champagne.

Bookable afternoon tea at Bettys starts as £44.95. There’s a children’s version also available for £19.95.

Contact details: 1 Parliament Street, Harrogate, HG1 2QU. 0800 456 1919. Head to their website here.

The Majestic Hotel

Dominating the skyline of Harrogate is the DoubleTree by Hilton Majestic Hotel. I recently visit for Sunday lunch which was one of the best I’d ever had, so I knew the afternoon tea would be just as good. We certainly didn’t come away hungry.

The Majestic hotel has a beautiful terrace overlooking their gardens and the town centre so if you are visiting Harrogate in the warmer months, make sure you take your afternoon tea outside if you can.

Times & Prices: The Majestic Hotel Afternoon tea is served 12.30-4pm Mon to Fri and 1pm-4pm Sat & Sun priced at £28.00pp. Add £5 for prosecco and £9 for Champagne.

Contact details: Ripon Road, Harrogate, HG1 2HU. 01423 700300. Head to their website here.

Mama Doreen’s

Again this will be no shock if you’ve followed me for a while. Mama Doreen’s have a full blog dedicated to them too. Slightly controversial but I have named them the best afternoon tea in Harrogate!

It’s no secret that I do love a Mama Doreen’s afternoon tea, in fact this year alone we've visited about 5 times.

Look out for their special afternoon teas. The prices are more than the standard ones but their attention to detail is second to none. The picture’s above are from their ‘Summer of Cake’ and ‘Wonka’ specials. The afternoon tea they created for the Jubilee and Barbie launch were insane!

Times & Prices: Mama Doreen’s afternoon tea is served from 11.30am priced at £27.95pp. Add £5 for prosecco. This is one of the only place on the list to offer smaller portions for kids (£13.75) and senior citizens (£18.50 Mon-Fri).

Their deluxe themed afternoon teas are £39.95pp and £15.00 for children.

Contact details: 9-11 Station Square, Harrogate, HG1 1TB. 01423 504615. Head to their website here.

Fodder

This is the first of two listings from my favourite farm shops, so these are for you if you like your local Yorkshire produce.

Just on the outskirts of Harrogate situated next to the Yorkshire Show Ground you’ll find Harrogate’s original farm shop, its hard to visit without coming out with handfuls of tasty local treats. Its my go-to shop for Yorkshire Pasta which is a favourite in our house.

With easy parking and bottomless Yorkshire Tea, this is a great choice if you want to avoid parking dramas in the centre of Harrogate.

Times & Prices: Afternoon tea is served from 2.00pm to 3.30pm, Mon - Sat and priced at £25 per person.

Contact Details: The Yorkshire Showground, HG2 8NZ. 01423 546111 or view the Fodder website.

Jenny's Tea Room

If you looking for a more traditional 'vintage tea room' afternoon tea, you need to try Jenny's Tea Room. It's right in the middle of Montpellier Mews which is one of Harrogate's hidden gems.

Times & Prices: Afternoon tea is available 10am - 3pm and is priced at £19.00 per person which makes it the best value of this list.

Contact Details: 7 Montpellier St, Harrogate HG1 2TQ. So cute they don't even have a website but have still managed a 4.6/5 on Trip Advisor.

The Old Swan

How about afternoon tea in one of Harrogate’s most famous hotels?

With magnificent Victorian charm and holding secrets from Agatha Christie herself, The Old Swan hotel is a popular choice for visitors to Harrogate.

Prices: Deluxe afternoon tea from £25pp and Champagne Afternoon tea from £34pp

Contact Details: Swan Rd, Harrogate HG1 2SR. 01423 500055. Old Swan website.

The Crown Hotel

In the heart of Harrogate's Montpellier district, you can't miss the Crown Hotel. It's dining area also overlooks the Pump Room Museum, one of Harrogate's most iconic landmarks.

The Crown Hotel change their afternoon teas regularly to reflect the seasons.

Prices: Afternoon tea from £26.00pp, add fizz for £6.00.

Contact Details: Crown Pl, Harrogate HG1 2RZ. 01423 567755. Visit the Crown Hotel website.

Hotel Du Vin

Situated overlooking the famous Harrogate Stray, bag yourself a window seat and watch the world go by.

Prices: Their afternoon tea is priced at £29.95pp

Contact Details: 1 Prospect Place, West Park, Harrogate HG1 1LB. 01423 608121. Visit the Hotel Du Vin website.

The Ivy Harrogate

Set in beautiful surroundings, with possibly the poshest toilets in town is The Ivy. Make sure you check out their courtyard if the weather is on your side.

The Ivy is known for is superb customer service and indulgent food so they offer one of the best afternoon teas around.

Times & Prices: Monday – Sunday 3pm to 5pm prices at £35.50pp. Add £10 for Champagne.

Contact Details: 7-9 Parliament Street, Harrogate, HG1 2QU. Head to their website here.

So that’s it! We’ve started and ended on Parliament Street! Have I missed anywhere you love for afternoon tea in Harrogate? or do you need more help? My inbox is always open..

Claire x