Festive Afternoon Tea and Waterfall Walk at High Force Hotel
Guests enjoy a festive afternoon tea served at their table, featuring savoury delicacies, warm homemade scones, Christmas-inspired sweet treats, and premium tea or freshly brewed coffee. The visit also includes a winter walk along the winding woodland path to the base of High Force Waterfall. Afterwards, guests can relax in the comfort of the hotel beside roaring fires.
Dec 6 – Dec 20, 2026 Children under 12
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
£29.50 per adult; £37 per adult with fizz; £16 for children under 12.
Hours
Afternoon tea is served at 4:30pm; guests are welcome to come earlier for the waterfall walk.
Food & Drink
Afternoon tea includes savoury delicacies, warm homemade scones, Christmas-inspired sweet treats, and premium tea or freshly brewed coffee; adults can add a glass of chilled fizz.
Accessibility
An accessible route offering a view of the waterfall features a bookable tramper.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Arrive before the 4:30pm tea service to fit in the waterfall walk, as guests are welcome to come earlier.
- Take the woodland walk before tea if you prefer to visit the falls first; the path leads to the base of High Force.
- Wear footwear suitable for a woodland walk, as the route to the waterfall follows a winding path.
- Dress for winter conditions on the outdoor walk, then warm up afterwards beside the hotel’s roaring fires.
- If you fancy a celebratory drink, adults can add a glass of chilled fizz to their afternoon tea.
Special Events & Promotions
- The event runs on Sundays only.
- Adults can choose a ticket option with fizz.
- Newsletter sign-up offers priority booking on seasonal events.
Links & Contact
Run by Raby Estates
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is included with the festive afternoon tea?
The tea includes savoury delicacies, homemade scones, Christmas-inspired sweet treats, and premium tea or freshly brewed coffee.
Can children come to the afternoon tea?
Yes. The event is described as suitable for a family outing, and child tickets are available for children under twelve.
Is there an option to add fizz?
Adults can choose a ticket option that includes a glass of chilled fizz.
Does the visit include access to High Force Waterfall?
Yes. Complimentary access to High Force Waterfall is included for a winter walk along the woodland path to the base of the falls.
Can we take the waterfall walk before afternoon tea?
Yes. Guests are welcome to come earlier for the walk before returning to the hotel for tea.
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