Afternoon tea has been a great british tradition for over 150 years and is typically taken as a decadent treat on special occasions indulge in a sumptuous selection of sweet and savoury treats with tea and champagne served in charming hotels and tea rooms whether you are celebrating or simply relaxing this is the perfect way to spend an afternoon your champagne afternoon tea will typically include a choice of tea or coffee finger sandwiches an array of delicious cakes and scones with jam a