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Afternoon Tea Adventures; The Countess Of York Train Carriage, York

15th June 2018 by Candace 2 Comments

Earlier this year I went to York for a few days for my birthday.  On my birthday I was treated to afternoon tea on The Countess of York refurbished train carriage which is on display at the National Railway Museum.

The carriage has been beautifully restored both inside and out and makes a lovely addition to the National Railway Museum.  Once on board, you can travel back in time to the era of high-class railway dining with a luxury afternoon tea experience.

Afternoon Tea Aboard The Countess Of York Train Carriage, York

Everything from the gold and burgandy interior carriage decor to the table settings and furniture takes you back to a time when first class travel aboard a train was an experience only available to the few.  The setting is probably one of the most luxurious settings for afternoon tea.

Afternoon Tea Aboard The Countess Of York Train Carriage, York

The beautiful antique china and silver teas service just make this such a special experience.  The English Breakfast Tea was lovely and it felt rather special pouring tea from a silver teapot.  It took me back to when I was a child and I had tea at my Nan’s on a Saturday afternoon and I was allowed to use her silver tea service on the condition I polished it after!

Afternoon Tea Aboard The Countess Of York Train Carriage, York

The tea began with a savoury course of tomato and parmasan cheese soup with toasted sourbread and a sausage roll with the most amazing chutney.  The soup was a lovely thick consistency and the sourbread was toasted and gave the an added crunch.

Afternoon Tea Aboard The Countess Of York Train Carriage, York

Then the cake stand was brought to the table; three layers of amzing looking food.  The afternoon tea menu changes throughout the year depending upon what produce is in season.

Afternoon Tea Aboard The Countess Of York Train Carriage, York

The sandwiches were eggmayo on white, Smoked salmon with a lemon butter on brown and beef and mustard on white.  I was offered more sandwiches if I had wanted them but there really was sufficent on the plate for me.

Afternoon Tea Aboard The Countess Of York Train Carriage, York

Next was the scone which was baked to a traditional Yorkshire recipe and was served with vanilla infused cream and homemade berry preserve.  The scone was moist and crumbly and the preserve had just the right amount of sweetness to it.  The addition of the vailla to the cream was lovely.

Finally, the sweet course that consisted of a white chocolate and oreo pot with an edible dark chocolate spoon, a jam tart, ginger cake, macaron and a chocolate eclair.

Afternoon Tea Aboard The Countess Of York Train Carriage, York

I really enjoyed this birthday treat and it has to be one of the lovieist afternoon teas I’ve had.  I’d certainly love to go back and try one of the teas during a different season.  The Afternoon Tea was priced at £23.50 each.  Dietary requirments can be catered for with 24 hours notice.  A gluton free tea is available as well as a children’s menu.

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  1. Joyful says

    17th June 2018 at 5:59 AM

    That’s a terrific way to spend your birthday. I love the very sumptuous setting and the tea looks delicious. Unfortunately High tea here costs much more than where you are. It’s too bad as more people could enjoy the experience if it was not so overpriced. Anyway I may have to wait until I’m in York to enjoy it, lol. I hope your year ahead is a fantastic one!

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  2. Newcastle Family Life says

    18th June 2018 at 2:18 PM

    I love York and visit often, this looks lovely I will have to try and book next time I am there xx

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