FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sushi, sailing and stories – South Bank’s Top Afternoon Tea Experiences

To celebrate National Afternoon Tea Week (10 – 16 August) South Bank London has compiled a guide highlighting the areas unique array of afternoon tea experiences. 

London, 10th August 2015: To celebrate National Afternoon Tea Week (10 – 16 August) South Bank London has compiled a guide highlighting the areas unique array of afternoon tea experiences. The much loved British tradition has been turned on its head by several fine establishments in the area – who fancies a cocktail instead of a cuppa?

The most traditional and quintessentially British afternoon tea resides at London Marriott Hotel County Hall where guests can enjoy the finest views of Westminster within the comfort of the Library Lounge. By contrast Ichi Sushi at Park Plaza Westminster Bridge serve a version for those lacking a sweet tooth, made up entirely of sushi.

Alternatively set sail onboard City Cruises whose boat-based afternoon tea doubles up as a sight-seeing adventure of the capital. Back on dry land theatre lovers not only get to see fantastic productions at National Theatre but for the first time enjoy drama inspired afternoon tea at new restaurant, House.

Finally, OXO Tower Restaurant, Bar and Brasserie have taken their signature Not Afternoon Tea (where they replace tea with cocktails) and given it a Lewis Carroll makeover to celebrate the 150th birthday of Alice in Wonderland, even creating a version especially for children who will receive a very special keepsake to take home.

In addition to the guide, South Bank London have created an infographic filled with weird and wonderful stats about the UK’s favourite past time – guess how many cups of tea Brits consume in a year?

ENDS
10th August 2015 

Notes to Editors

Download Our Guide to the Best Afternoon Tea in South Bank from the South Bank London website and view the
infographic here.

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About South Bank Marketing Group

South Bank London is an association of key attractions, cultural venues, restaurants and hotels in the area committed to promoting South Bank as one of London’s top destinations, including: BFI IMAX, BFI Southbank, City Cruises, Coin Street Community Builders, Coca-Cola London Eye, Florence Nightingale Museum, House of Vans,  IWM London, London Duck Tours, The London Dungeon, London Marriott Hotel County Hall, Mondrian London at Sea Containers, National Theatre, OXO Tower Restaurant, Bar & Brasserie, Park Plaza County Hall, Park Plaza Riverbank, Plaza on the River, Park Plaza Westminster Bridge , SEA LIFE London Aquarium, Shrek’s Adventure! London, Skylon, Southbank Centre, MBNA Thames Clippers, The Old Vic. 

Our role is to:

• Provide destination leadership

• Maintain and grow South Bank’s profile as one of the capital’s top destinations

• Increase visitor dwell time and spend throughout the year

• Build strategic alliances which enhance the area’s profile and its influence

• Influence local public realm schemes which impact on the visitor

South Bank Marketing Group is run by South Bank Employers’ Group, a not for profit organisation in the South Bank, Waterloo and Blackfriars area committed to achieving the best possible experience of South Bank for visitors, employees and residents. www.sbeg.co.uk

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