Serving Afternoon Tea since 1865

When The Langham opened in 1865 it started a new tradition; serving Afternoon Tea in an elegant Palm Court. We continue to set the standard in afternoon tea today with an award-winning tea service, while by night Palm Court transforms into a sparkling setting for dinner.

Where it all began

The Langham, London opened in 1865 as Europe’s first Grand Hotel. On the menu then was a new offering; Afternoon Tea.

As the hotel represented the very latest fashion, Afternoon Tea quickly caught on.

Chez Roux

Inspired by Chef Michel’s cherished memories of his upbringing, showing historical British favourites and traditional French culinary techniques, now open daily, from 7pm to 9pm.

A Taste of Tradition

A reimagined afternoon tea celebrating the Langham’s unique heritage and rich history as the birthplace of Afternoon Tea in 1865 has officially launched. Inspired by our roots, we bring this concept to life with nods to the Victorian-era tradition of taking tea.

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The Birthplace of Afternoon Tea

Featherlight scones, the freshest savouries and patisserie using the finest seasonal ingredients. That’s the experience at Palm Court. Add English sparkling wine or Champagne for extra indulgence, and you have a recipe for the very best memories.

Discover our History

Afternoon Tea was first thought up by Lady Bedford, one of Queen Victoria’s ladies in waiting and it soon became fashionable in high society. But it was The Langham who popularised this tradition by being the first hotel to feature this new meal on its menu when it opened in 1865.

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Our Single Garden Teas

At The Langham, London our ingredients are of the highest quality and so should be the same for our tea! A single garden British tea brand, JING, is our tea of choice with each tea offering a unique character of its garden and maker.