Celebrate Mother’s Day
This Mother’s Day, treat the special women in your life to an elegant and memorable Afternoon Tea at our beautiful Georgian manor house. Our Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea at Downham Hall blends timeless tradition with live music, creating a relaxed yet celebratory experience in stunning surroundings.
Situated between Billericay and Wickford, and surrounded by the spectacular Essex countryside, Downham Hall offers a peaceful retreat for this special occasion. Our Afternoon Tea is freshly prepared by our pastry chef in our award-winning kitchen, featuring beautifully crafted cakes, warm scones, and delicate finger sandwiches.
What's Included in Your Mother's Day Afternoon Tea
Live Singer
A talented vocalist will provide the perfect soundtrack to your Mother's Day celebration, adding an extra touch of occasion to this special afternoon.
Traditional Three-Tier Afternoon Tea
- A selection of delicate finger sandwiches with seasonal fillings
- Fresh, warm plain and fruit scones served warm with Cornish clotted cream and Tiptree jam
- An assortment of beautifully crafted cakes from our 2 AA Rosette awarded kitchen
Premium Tea Selection
Choose from our carefully curated range of loose leaf teas from Camellias Tea House – from classic English Breakfast to speciality blends like China Gunpowder, Rooibos Orange, White Apricot, and Cactus tea. Coffee is also available.
Can’t finish everything? We’ll happily package your cakes to take home and enjoy later.
Add Some Sparkle
Make your festive afternoon even more special with:
Sparkling Afternoon Tea
Add prosecco or champagne
G&T Afternoon Tea
For gin lovers
Booking Information
To ensure the best experience for all our guests, please note the following:
Bookings
Children's Mother's Day Afternoon Tea - £20 per child (ages 4-12, advance booking required)
Dietary Needs
Please inform us of any dietary needs when booking. We provide alternative sandwich fillings with advance notice. Cakes and scones are available for all dietary requirements.
Booking Duration
Tables are reserved for two hours. You're welcome to stay longer if the table isn't needed afterwards.
Seating
Tables are allocated depending on events and bookings. While we can't guarantee specific rooms, we'll do our best to accommodate preferences mentioned when booking.
Accessibility
Arriving with a buggy or wheelchair? Please inform our team so we can arrange the most suitable table.
Mother's Day Cancellation Policy
As we prepare specially for Mother’s Day sittings:
Groups of fewer than 4
24 hours notice required for groups under 4 people
Groups of 4+
5 days notice for groups of 4 or more
Groups of 10+
5 days notice for large groups of 10 or more
Same-day cancellations
Same-day cancellations will incur full charges
Book Your Mother's Day Afternoon Tea in Essex
Spaces for our Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea are limited. Book early to secure your table and give a Mother’s Day to remember.
To book your mother’s day afternoon tea, call 0126 842 2464 or at info@downhamhall.com to arrange your visit