The exquisite tearoom serves a luxurious afternoon tea in sumptuous arty surroundings, including stylish panelling, mirrors, cherry blossom and lavish flowers – inspired by London’s finest tea houses. The menu features an array of beautiful handmade and quirky fancies curated by the George’s expert pastry chef. It is also serving sustainably sourced, award-winning fine artisan teas (served in fine china and bespoke, locally made teapots) and a matching Champagne, Cocktail and Gin list – all carefully selected for the Victorian inspired theme.
Essex’s new leading destination to enjoy afternoon tea with friends is open for bookings from Wednesday – Sunday, 12pm – 5pm. There are a range of menus to choose from including Traditional, Vegan, Gluten Free and Vegetarian, as well as special menus including British Summertime Tea with a jug of Pimms to share.
Enjoy a cup of history as you discover an unforgettable Victorian-inspired tea party, perfectly located within the historic George – a newly refurbished Grade II listed building. The George has recently reopened after a major £10 million pound refurbishment showcasing a stunning, new interior and redecorated throughout whilst preserving its rich historical features. With a light sage green painted exterior, to meet historical guidelines, and Georgianised Victorian sash windows, behind the hotel’s Georgian façade lies a timber-framed building which likely dates from the second half of the 14th century. The first known reference to the property as an inn occurs in 1494, although the hotel’s extensive cellars are likely older and feature the ruins of an ancient Roman gravel pavement – a chilling reminder of Queen Boudicca’s rampage that burned Roman Colchester to the ground in AD60.
