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Spooky Afternoon Tea at Waddesdon Manor
25 October 2025 @ 12.00pm to 02 November 2025 @ 3.30pm
About Spooky Afternoon Tea at Waddesdon Manor
This Halloween, Waddesdon Manor invites you for a wickedly delightful Halloween-themed afternoon tea. Served in a hauntingly beautiful setting, this afternoon tea promises a spine-tingling celebration of autumn flavours, ghostly delights, and a touch of theatrical flair.
Step into the historic surroundings of the Manor, transformed with autumnal touches and just the right amount of spooky magic. Our Halloween-themed afternoon tea offers a playful yet refined twist on tradition, with a menu inspired by the spirit of the season. Crafted with imagination and flair, each element is designed to surprise and enchant, offering a memorable experience for guests of all ages.
Whether you’re seeking a cosy afternoon escape or a stylish way to embrace the Halloween spirit, join us for an experience that blends the beauty of the season with a dash of the unexpected. It’s the perfect way to enjoy a hauntingly delightful autumn afternoon in the heart of the estate.
Reserve your table today to experience this seasonal treat.
The menu
The Executive Chef at Waddesdon has reimagined the classic afternoon tea with a seasonal twist perfect for young ghouls and refined palates. Discover the unique menu below.
Children’s Spooky Tea Sample Menu
Something Savoury
Monster Mini Cheeseburger
‘Finger’ Hot Dog with Blood Ketchup
Petrifying Tomato & Mozzarella Pizza
Something Sweet
Spooky Chocolate Meringue Ghost
Mummified Gingerbread
Death by Chocolate Eyeball Cupcake
Bloody Raspberry & Vanilla Swiss Roll
White Chocolate Skull Lollipop
Jelly Worms & Popping Candy Graveyard Dirt
Drinks
The ‘Snot’ Tail
(Pressed Apple & Pear Juice with Lime Jelly &
Lemonade, served with a Jelly Brain)
Milk
Fruity Water: Apple or Blackcurrant & Apple
Hot chocolate
Adult’s Spooky Tea Sample Menu
Something Savoury
Shredded Confit Duck & Wholegrain Mustard Croissant
Butternut Squash, Pumpkin & Sage Tartlet
Buckinghamshire Free-range Egg Mayonnaise & Rocket Slider
Homemade Sausage Roll with Spiced Apple Ketchup
Goats Cheese & Caramelised Red Onion Tartlet
Waddesdon Gin-cured Salmon with a Cucumber Gel on Herb Blini
Smoked Haddock & Leek Fishcake with Homemade Tartare
Something Sweet
Scone with Clotted Cream & Strawberry Jam
Dark Chocolate, Salted Caramel, and Espresso Opera Cake
Pear, Hazelnut, and Milk Chocolate Choux Bun
Lemon Meringue Tartlet
Blackberry, Vanilla, and White Chocolate Verrine
Drinks
Canton Tea
Green & White Tea
Herbal Tea
Redemption Coffee
Food allergies or intolerances? Before ordering, please speak to the organisers about your requirements. Please put any dietary requirements in the notes section at the checkout.
(gf) gluten free available, (g) gluten free, (n) nuts, (v) vegetarian, (vg) vegan (d) dairy free.
A discretionary 10% service charge will be added to your bill, just let them know if you would prefer to have it removed.
Tickets
Please see important booking information below.
Booking information
Ticket prices:
General
Adult – £53.95
Child – £18.50
National Trust/Art Fund Member
Adult – £39.95
Child – £18.50
Grounds admission included
Due to high demand, tickets are selling quickly. Book now to avoid disappointment.
Dates and times:
Saturday 25 to Sunday 26 October, Wednesday 29 October to Sunday 02 November 2025 from 12.00pm to 3.30pm