Illustration of diners raising glasses at a long festive table with a roast and candles (The Maestro & Festive Afternoon Tea)

The Maestro & Festive Afternoon Tea

Guests relax in the lakeside café with views across the water and nature reserve while pianist Lincoln Noel performs jazz melodies, show tunes, and light pop favorites. The festive tea spread includes savoury choices such as roast turkey with cranberry stuffing, honey-glazed ham, and smoked salmon, accompanied by fresh scones. Guests also enjoy seasonal sweets including mini mince pies, Christmas pudding cheesecake, chocolate orange brownies, and warm tea or coffee.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

Adult Festive Afternoon Tea: £24.95; Children: £16.95. A £10.00 deposit per person is required at booking.

Hours

1:00 PM - 4:30 PM; sittings at 1:30pm or 2.45pm; Lincoln plays from 2pm to 4pm.

Food & Drink

The festive tea includes finger sandwiches, fresh scones with jam and clotted cream, savoury choices such as roast turkey and smoked salmon, seasonal cakes and sweets, and tea or coffee; gluten-free and vegan options are available on request.

Accessibility

The visitor centre and café facilities are wheelchair accessible, and a lift is available in the café area.

Going?

Location

Stanwick Lakes · Stanwick Lakes, Stanwick, Northants, NN9 6GY Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Families and festive afternoon-tea fans

Vibe

Festive, relaxed, musical

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Book early because spaces are limited, and choose your preferred sitting when making the reservation.
  • Choose either the 1:30pm or 2:45pm sitting so you know which afternoon-tea session to attend.
  • Allow for the £10-per-person deposit required when booking your place.
  • Request the gluten-free or vegan option when arranging your tea if you need either alternative.
  • Pay for parking at the ANPR payment machines before leaving the car park.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Choose between two afternoon tea sittings on 6 December.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the festive afternoon tea include?

It includes savoury bites, finger sandwiches, fresh scones with jam and clotted cream, homemade seasonal cakes and sweets, and tea or coffee.

Are there options for dietary requirements?

Gluten-free and vegan options are available.

Do I need to book ahead?

Yes. Spaces are limited, and a deposit per person is required when booking.

Can I choose a sitting?

Yes, choose the earlier or later sitting when booking.

What music will be performed?

Pianist Lincoln Noel plays jazz melodies, show tunes and light pop favourites during the afternoon.

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