Afternoon Tea in Welbeck Abbey's Sunken Garden

For this special occasion, the 5th Duke of Portland's Sunken Garden and Rose Corridor Tunnel will be open for guests to delight in a selection of sweet and savoury treats with prosecco.

This is an exclusive event to raise funds for the Villages of Welbeck Association to build a community car park for local residents and school children at Cuckney Primary School.

The Sunken Garden

Welbeck's Sunken Garden was part of a design commissioned in 1899 by Alfred Parsons and Captain Walter Croker Saint-Ives Partridge by the 6th Duke of Portland. The garden hosts a large summerhouse, a tennis court, an ornamental pool and a swimming pool, around the outer edge, are brick pergolas.

Rose Corridor Ornamental Tunnel

Rose Corridor Ornamental Tunnel runs alongside the Sunken Garden and will give guests the opportunity to go inside and marvel at the grandness of the 5th Duke of Portland's underground world.

Book your place and spend an afternoon enjoying elegant delights with prosecco in Welbeck Abbey's Sunken Garden.

Event Information

Date: Saturday, 11 June 2022, 3pm - 6pm

Afternoon Tea Menu:

Sandwich Selection

Cucumber & Dill, Egg Mayonnaise & Truffle Crisps, Salt Beef Ruben

Scones

Montgomery's Cheddar, Leek & Walnut Scone topped with Red Onion Marmalade, Rhubarb & Ginger Scone topped with Rhubarb & Star Anise Jam

Miniature Cake Selection

Lemon Macaron, Battenburg, Gateau Opera, Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Brownie

Drinks

Prosecco, English Tea, Coffee, selection of Herbal & Fruit Teas

*The Afternoon tea is a set menu and no alternatives will be available. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer vegan or gluten or dairy-free.

Price: £55 per person. All profit will be donated to The Villages of Welbeck Association. Welbeck Estates Company Limited's chosen charity of 2022.

For further information, please contact us:

• E-mail: [email protected]
• Phone: 01909 500 211

What to expect during your visit

• On arrival, guests will be directed to the Sunken Garden via signage.
• Entry to the Sunken Garden and Rose Corridor is accessed down several steep stone steps.
• Free Parking will be located a few minutes' walk away from the Sunken Garden.
• Due to uneven surfaces, we advise visitors to wear sensible flat footwear.
• Arrival drink with the option to explore the Sunken Garden.
• Proof of age may be required for alcoholic drinks.
• A charity raffle will take place on the day. Cash only will be accepted.
• Afternoon tea will be served banquet style, meaning you may also be seated next to other guests who are not part of your own party.
• Even on hot days, Rose Corridor can be cool. Please bring along an extra layer to avoid feeling the cold.
• The event will end at 6pm. Visitors are asked to follow the exit signs and leave the estate promptly.
• Due to the nature of the historical venue, accessibility is limited.
• Toilets are located a short walk from the event location.

Be sure to schedule a visit to The Harley Gallery during your day and discover the exhibition 'Tunnel Vision', which provides a rare glimpse into Welbeck's Victorian world, where the 5th Duke spent his time developing innovative and extraordinary buildings.

Terms and Conditions

Tickets are sold on a first-come-first-served basis. Tickets are non-refunded and can not be reserved.

All profit raised at the event will go to supporting the Villages of Welbeck Association, as part of our 2022 year-long campaign to help build a community car park at Cuckney Primary School. Visit www.welbeck.co.uk to find out more.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Welbeck Abbey, Welbeck, Worksop, United Kingdom