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Rose Castle Festive Afternoon Tea

12pm 10th December 2025

Step into centuries of history and indulge in a festive treat at Rose Castle’s Festive Afternoon Tea

Set in the State Dining Room, this enchanting experience blends timeless elegance with seasonal cheer. Savour an array of freshly baked scones, a delicious sweet selection and finger sandwiches, all paired with fine teas or coffee.

Surrounded by historic architecture, roaring fires, and twinkling decorations, it’s the perfect way to celebrate the season in a truly magical setting.

First Sitting

12pm Start - State Dining Room
 
Welcome glass of Delicious Mulled Wine, Festive Fizz, or soft drink.

12.15pm - Afternoon Tea is served

Feel free to relax and enjoy further drinks next to the fire in our elegant State Drawing Room with its 18th Century chinoiserie hand painted wallpaper, affectionately called the 'Chinese Room',or explore our extensive gardens at Rose Castle.

 

Tickets: £40 per person

Sandwiches
Hot Smoked Salmon, Cream Cheese and Lemon
Cumbrian Turkey, Sage Stuffing and Bacon
Egg, Watercress and Paprika

Savoury
Braised Beef and Horseradish Tartlet
Rosemary and Shallot Sausage Roll

Scones
Cinnamon & Apple
Cranberry

Sweet
Mince Pie with Pear and Frangipane 
Pistachio and Chocolate Gateaux
Satsuma Mousse with Vanilla Jelly

 

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State Drawing Room & State Dining Room

Our bar will remain open so you can enjoy the Christmas atmosphere and dwell in our "Chinese Room" with two working stone fireplaces - ideal for feeling snug in winter!

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Make A Break Of It

Why not extend your time at Rose Castle by booking to stay with us just before or immediately after your Festive Afternoon Tea?

Rose Castle has 15 guest bedrooms, all of which have been lovingly restored to the highest standards. The 800-year-old Castle makes a great place to unwind, reconnect with loved ones and create memories made to be cherished. 

  • Double/Twin Castle Bedrooms are £120 per person each for two people, including a luxurious morning breakfast

  • Single Castle Bedrooms are £140 per person, including a luxurious morning breakfast

  • These bedroom prices are exclusively available to those attending the Rose Castle Festive Afternoon Tea event

  • Stay the night before your Festive Afternoon Tea, or

  • Stay the night of your Festive Afternoon Tea

  • Or stay both nights, and make an event of staying over at 'Your Castle in Cumbria'
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Enjoy Dinner In Style

Our Head Chef Noel works closely alongside Janet, our Head Gardener, to bring food from the gardens to our table throughout the calendar year.

Our orchards have been bursting with apples, damsons with wild flowers and roses nearby. And both the vegetable garden and apothecary garden grow produce for our stores. Even our bread is homemade!

Enjoy a wholesome meal in our State Dining Room, to get the full experience of staying overnight at Rose Castle.

Why not invite friends to join you for dinner? Why not indeed!

  • Book a table for dinner in the State Dining Room
  • We will contact you directly to share menu choices for the night you choose
  • We are flexible for any allergies or dietary requirements, and will collect these immediately after your table reservation
  • £45 per person is the usual price for a two course evening dinner
  • Menus can be made custom to your needs and price, if you are booking for a group of four or more.
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Enjoy Our Grounds

Why not take a stroll around our beautiful gardens and take in the fresh winter air? Explore the Bishop's Lawn, our walled Pettinger's Garden, with its fell views, and our Apothecary Garden. Amble through the apple orchard, or explore the Moat Woodland, past the Old Fishpond to the Main Drive - there is lots to discover!

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Accessibility: There is disabled access to all ground floor and first floor areas of the castle, including the State Dining Room (called the "Chinese Room" for its Chinoiserie hand-painted wallpaper). Our grassed areas are not wheelchair-friendly but there are pathways around the gardens that are suitable for wheelchair users. 

Dietary requirements: Upon booking you will receive a form which asks for any dietary requirements. If you would like to discuss your requirements further, please email hello@rosecastle.com or call us on 01228 642980.

Dogs: Unfortunately, dogs are not permitted inside Rose Castle or in the formal gardens, for this event.

Parking: There is plenty of free parking space available within the castle grounds. 

Bar: Our bar will be open for the purchase of wine, beer, cider, spirits, cocktails, soft drinks, teas and coffees. Please note that we can only accept card payments.  

Facilities: Toilets and baby changing facilities are located in the castle and will be available for general use.

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