Fanhams Hall, Fanhams Hall Road, Ware, SG12 7PZ

 

Set in 22 acres of breathtaking panoramic views of parkland and beautiful gardens this magnificent four-star grade 2-listed Jacobean Manor in Hertfordshire is definitely worth a visit. Fabulous hand-carved oak panelling, ornate ceilings, chandeliers, open fires beautiful leaded glass windows and more…

Afternoon tea is served in the drawing room from 12.30 – 5 pm Wednesday – Sunday including bank holiday Mondays.

Winter Afternoon Tea

Menu

A Selection Of Savory:

Somerset Ham, English Mustard Mayonnaise, Watercress

Poached Salmon, Creme Fraiche, Spring Onion

Egg Mayonnaise, Salad Cress

Cucumber, Black Pepper, Cream Cheese

A Selection Of Scones:

Vanilla & Sultana (Clotted Cream, Blackcurrant Jam, Spiced Apple Jam)

A Selection Of Cakes:

Salted Caramel Opera 

Custard And Ginger Poached Pear Tart

Passionfruit And White Chocolate Macaroon

Malt Fruit Cake

 

Opinion: Winter Afternoon Tea Scored 10/10

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Sandwiches:

Somerset Ham, English Mustard Mayonnaise Watercress – A tender tasty ham sandwich with a nice thick slice of ham…yummy!

Poached Salmon, Creme Fraiche, Spring Onion – Generous melt in your mouth Salmon filling with a hint of spring onion…delicious!

Egg Mayonnaise, Salad Cress – a delicious light egg mayonnaise with a generous filling.

Scones: 

Vanilla & Sultana With Clotted Cream, Blackcurrant Jam, Spiced Apple Jam – Our waiter Luke recommended we add a little blackcurrant, spiced apple jam and clotted cream combination. I must admit this combination was very tasty!

Cakes: 

Custard And Ginger Poached Pear Tart – A nice tart…the poached pear with ginger is a nice touch to the winter tea…mmm yum!

Passionfruit And White Chocolate Macaroon – A nice chewy passionfruit macaroon… delicious!

Definitely an exceptional value afternoon tea with excellent service.