Mother’s Day AFTERNOON TEA

As Mothering Sunday approaches, it is time for Afternoon Tea at Mandolay to take centre stage once again — this time in honour of the women who deserve it most.

Join us in The Grill for a beautifully prepared Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea, where tradition meets indulgence in the way only Mandolay knows how.

Freshly baked plain and apricot scones are served warm, accompanied by clotted cream and a generous selection of homemade jams — apricot, cherry, strawberry and mixed berry.

A refined selection of finger sandwiches follows, including lightly set goat’s cheese with caramelised red onion and rocket, chive egg mayonnaise with watercress, classic coronation chicken, and smoked gammon with wholegrain mustard sauce and baby leaves.

Handcrafted sweet treats provide the perfect finale: raspberry meringue tartlets, morello cherry with dark and white chocolate tartlets, traditional macarons and mini red velvet cake — each one as elegant as it is indulgent.

A complimentary gift for Mum is included, because the occasion calls for something a little extra.

Served exclusively between 14th and 15th March 2026.

Easter Weekend AFTERNOON TEA

As spring settles in, Easter Afternoon Tea at Mandolay Hotel brings a fresh, vibrant twist to the season — distinctly different, yet every bit as indulgent as our much-loved Mother’s Day offering.

Served in The Grill, this Easter edition is bright, refined and full of flavour.

Warm plain and blueberry scones arrive at the table freshly baked, accompanied by clotted cream and a generous selection of homemade jams — apricot, cherry, strawberry and mixed berry.

A carefully balanced savoury selection follows: lightly set goat’s cheese with caramelised red onion and rocket, chive egg mayonnaise with watercress, classic coronation chicken, smoked gammon with wholegrain mustard sauce and baby leaves, plus a smoked salmon blini finished with dill cream cheese and salmon caviar for a touch of elegance.

The sweet course embraces the lighter notes of the season — lemon and lime meringue tart, mango and passion fruit cake, salted caramel chocolate délice and traditional macarons. Each guest will also receive a special Easter gift, adding that final celebratory touch.

Fresh, colourful and unmistakably seasonal — this is Easter done properly.

Served exclusively between 03rd – 06th April 2026.

Bottomless Cocktails AFTERNOON TEA

£49.00 per person 

There are few occasions when an experience can be described as truly unique, but we believe that the combination of the ‘best afternoon tea in town’, and a range of bottomless cocktails, chilled Prosecco or rose wine is something very exciting indeed.

This is 90 minutes of pure indulgence, with your choice of cocktails attentively served to your private table alongside the exquisite range of sweet treats and tea-time favourites that have made Afternoon Tea at Mandolay a genuine Guildford must-do experience.

Non-alcoholic drinks are also available, because as ever at Mandolay…the choice is always yours.

*As a responsible purveyor of alcoholic beverages and to comply with current legislation the ‘free flow Prosecco’ is served at the table for the duration of your afternoon tea for 90 minutes.

FREE FLOWING PROSECCO AFTERNOON TEA

£39.00 per person – Afternoon Tea

£43.00 per person – Savoury Afternoon Tea

There can be few times when the addition of perfectly chilled Prosecco cannot add to the good times.

Here at Mandolay we are delighted to offer a 90 minute Afternoon Tea service with the deliciously indulgent ‘something special’ of free-flowing Prosecco served at your table by our attentive service team.

Enjoy the same wonderful selection of handmade pastries, rich buttermilk scones of our Classic or Savoury Afternoon Tea, accompanied by the crisp sweetness of our finest Italian Sparkling wine.

*As a responsible purveyor of alcoholic beverages and to comply with current legislation the ‘free flow Prosecco’ is served at the table for the duration of your afternoon tea for 90 minutes.

TRADITIONAL AFTERNOON TEA

£25.00 per person

Our exquisite attention to detail ensures that every glorious bite looks as good as it tastes.

We invite you to experience a selection of delicate finger sandwiches made using artisan bread generously filled with freshly prepared delights, warm buttermilk and raisin scones straight from the oven, and hand-made pastries.

Presented, as you should expect, with a selection of loose-leaf tea from the master blenders at Newby.

Afternoon Tea is an affordable indulgence, perfect for any day or a special occasion.

SAVOURY AFTERNOON TEA 

£29.00 per person

A brand-new interpretation of our Classic Afternoon Tea, created by Head Chef David and his team to tempt that palate of those that prefer a savoury twist.

Light as a cloud scones and savoury pastries compliment the robust flavours of this seasonal addition to our menu. Smoked salmon, roast beef and freshly baked, and herb filled sausage rolls presented alongside Arancini, and lamb bon bons, characterise the flavour-packed sensations of our Savoury Afternoon Tea.

Combining traditionally delicate appearance with strong flavours and textures, this is an absolute must for lovers of a full-bodied afternoon tea experience.

“A delightful take on the traditional afternoon tea, The Mandolay in Guildford has spiced things up with their brand new savoury afternoon tea. Muddy was the first to sample the goodies.” – Muddy Stilettos 

CREAM TEA

£9.95 per person

SCONES

Served freshly baked and warm, we offer a plain and raisin scone with a soft, yielding texture and a colour of warm white gold. The scones are accompanied by Rodda’s Cornish clotted cream, which we consider to be the finest in Britain, and Stokes British extra strawberry jam.

JAM FIRST, OR CREAM

It’s been a topic of much debate over the generations. In our view, it is the cream that comes first, followed by a teaspoon of Stokes British extra strawberry jam. Of course, this is just our own opinion, and the order of ceremony will always remain entirely a matter of the guest’s own taste and preference.