Description

  • Food & Drink, Daytime and Fun Time Partying
  • £70 per person/ £45 per child
  • Westminster
  • Background Music
  • Over 18
  • Thu, 1st Jan 2026 - Sun, 14th Nov 2027
  • 12:00 - 18:00


Hen Party & Group Celebration Afternoon Tea at The Rubens at the Palace Hotel
A stylish afternoon tea celebration for hen parties, birthdays & special occasions

About the experience
Celebrate in style with a Hen Party or Group Celebration Afternoon Tea at The Rubens at the Palace Hotel — an elegant and memorable way to bring friends and family together in the heart of Westminster.

Perfect for hen parties, birthdays, baby showers, engagement celebrations or special get-togethers, this experience combines the timeless tradition of afternoon tea with the flexibility and flair of a private or semi-private event. Set within the sophisticated surroundings of the Palace Lounge, private event spaces or the English Grill Restaurant, your celebration can be tailored to suit your group size, style and occasion.

With attentive service, beautiful surroundings and bespoke touches available highlights, this is a group experience that feels polished, indulgent and effortlessly celebratory.

The afternoon tea
Your group will enjoy the hotel’s Royal Afternoon Tea, featuring:
A selection of classic finger sandwiches
Freshly baked plain and fruit scones with clotted cream and preserves
A refined assortment of pastries and desserts
A choice of premium teas, coffee or soft drinks

Dietary variations are available, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal afternoon teas, ensuring everyone at the table can enjoy the experience. Children’s afternoon teas are also available for family celebrations.

Group sizes & spaces
Whether you’re planning an intimate hen party or a larger celebration, a range of options are available:

Private Afternoon Tea Party Rooms
No minimum numbers, seating for up to 70 guests
Additional hours can be added to extend the celebration

English Grill Restaurant Private Hire
Suitable for larger parties of approximately 40 to 120 guests
Minimum spend applies depending on the day

Our experienced Events Team will help you select the perfect space for your group.

Make it extra special
Add celebratory touches to elevate your event, including:
Pre-ordered Champagne, Prosecco or cocktails
Decorations, flowers and personalised celebration cakes
Uplighting or music arrangements
Champagne sabrage experience — learn the art of opening a bottle with a sabre
Golden Tips Tea ceremony — an ultra-luxury tea ritual with white-glove service
All enhancements can be arranged in advance through the Events Team.

Perfect for
Hen parties and bridal celebrations
Birthdays and milestone occasions
Baby showers and engagement celebrations
Family get-togethers and multi-generation events
Stylish group celebrations in central London

Booking information
Group celebration afternoon teas are available by advance booking. Pre-payment is required to secure your date, and terms and conditions apply. A dedicated member of the Events Team will guide you through the options to create a celebration that feels personal and effortless.

Celebrate together with a beautifully British ritual — afternoon tea, elevated for unforgettable group occasions.


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Location

Address

39 Buckingham Palace Road, SW1W 0PS

Area

Westminster

Nearest Station

Victoria (Tube)

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Royal Afternoon Tea at The Rubens at The Palace Hotel

Royal Afternoon Tea at The Rubens at the Palace Hotel London’s most royal-adjacent afternoon tea experience Step into one of London’s most elegant afternoon tea settings at The Rubens at the Palace Hotel — where British tradition, refined hospitality, and an unforgettable backdrop combine to create…

T&Cs

1. The ticket holder voluntarily assumes all risks and danger incidental to the event for which the ticket is issued, whether occurring prior, during or after the event. The ticket holder voluntarily agrees that the management, venue, event participants, DesignMyNight WFL Media Ltd and all of their respective agents, officers, directors, owners and employers are expressly released by the ticket holder from any claims arising from such causes.
2. Tickets are issued subject to the rules and regulations of the venue.
3. Please check your tickets, as mistakes cannot always be rectified.
4. Occasionally, events are cancelled or postponed by the promoter, team, performer or venue for a variety of reasons. If the event is cancelled, please contact us for information on receiving a refund from the responsible party. If the event was moved or rescheduled, the venue or promoter may set refund limitations. It is your responsibility to ascertain the date and time of any rearranged event.
5. The venue reserves the right to refuse admission and may on occasion have to conduct security searches to ensure the safety of the patrons.
6. Every effort to admit latecomers will be made at a suitable break in the event, but admission cannot always be guaranteed.
7. We regret that tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded after purchase.
8. Tickets are sold subject to the venue or promoter's right to alter or vary the programme due to events or circumstances beyond its control without being obliged to refund monies or exchange tickets.
9. If this ticket is re-sold or transferred for profit or commercial gain by anyone other than the promoter, venue management, DesignMyNight or one of their authorised sub-agents, it will become voidable and the holder may be
refused entry to or ejected from the venue.
10. The venue may operate a No Smoking Policy.
11. The promoter, venue management and DesignMyNight accept no responsibility for any personal property.
12. The event listed on the purchased ticket is strictly for ticket holders who are over 18 years of age. Identification may be required.

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  • Written by Laura

    Rating: 5

    I had the most amazing afternoon tea on my birthday at the Reubens, we were attentively served by Carlotta, Ellie (she was Irish) and Trina. The venue, and the food were amazing. The thoughtful additional touch of a cake for my birthday was amazing and I am very grateful. We had cocktails and the Queens swan is a must if you like a sweet drink- it was also beautifully presented.
  • Written by Tanqueray Gin Dinner Experience £85 per person customer

    Rating: 5

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    Visited 6 years ago
    This experience was exceptional! Very well organised and run by the company and staff. Very generous and delicious drinks and 5 course meal. It was a special and memorable evening.

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