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Afternoon Tea

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Enjoy popular afternoon teas at the Heritage Centre surrounded by history in our Gardenview Room and galleries!

Reservations are required.
Select from the dates below to request your reservation for our upcoming teas. Staff will respond within one to two business days.
For waitlist inquiries on a sold out tea date, please email or call 905-780-3802.

Traditional Afternoon Teas 

At each tea, guests are treated to a selection of dainty sandwiches, scones served with our special heritage cream and preserves, and sweet treats prepared especially for the occasion. Choose from our exclusive tea blends, coffee, lemonade or hot chocolate.

Citrus and Spice

Bright citrus flavors and warm spices come together for a refreshing and cozy tea experience.

Saturday, January 24 – 1 – 2 p.m.

Saturday, January 24 – 3 – 4 p.m.

Lunar New Year

Ring in the Year of the Horse, with a celebration of flavours and traditions. Welcome in a prosperous 2026.

Saturday, February 7 – 1 – 2 p.m.

Saturday, February 7 – 3 – 4 p.m.

International Women’s Day

An inspiring afternoon that shines a spotlight on influential women who shaped Richmond Hill’s history.

Saturday, March 7 – 1 – 2 p.m.

Saturday, March 7 – 3 – 4 p.m.

Mad Hatter’s Tea Party – Family Fun! Presented by Chartwell

Step into a whimsical world of fantasy with unexpected twists in food and drink. Before tea is served, guests will take part in a hands-on activity.

Tuesday, March 17 – 12:30 – 2 p.m.

Tuesday, March 17 – 2:30 – 4 p.m.

 

Frequently Asked Questions about the Afternoon Teas

How much does it cost to attend your Afternoon Teas?

Cost of teas vary depending on the type of program/workshop scheduled for the tea date. Please see our request form to confirm the set price of your selected tea date. All guests must pay the full fee to attend afternoon teas regardless if they partake in the program/workshop. 

Payment is required in advance for groups consisting of 6 or more individuals. For groups of 5 or less, payment may be made at the conclusion of the tea sitting.

How long are the tea sittings? 
Each tea sitting lasts 1 hour. If we are hosting a program/workshop during the tea, a sitting can be up to 1.5 hours. Please see our request form to confirm sitting times. 
Can I stay longer than my reserved tea sitting?
Your sitting ends at a specific time: 1 hour or 1 ½ hours (dependent on program/ workshops) after your scheduled start time, regardless of late arrival. Please be mindful of when your sitting ends as our team will need to clean and re-set the tables for the next sitting.

Can children attend teas? 

Yes, children are welcome to come and enjoy our Afternoon Teas.

Children (ages 3+) will be required to pay the full cost of the set tea price regardless if they share their food with an accompanying adult. Children age 17 and under attending teas must be accompanied and supervised by a paying adult.  

Do you offer any children programming for an Afternoon Tea? 

Yes, we occasionally program special teas for children. Please see our request form for current tea dates and descriptions.

However, if you are looking for a themed Afternoon Tea Birthday Party, please see our Birthday Party Request Form and select either Victorian Tea Party or Victorian Parlour Party for your tea party.  

Do you accommodate dietary restrictions? 

Yes, we are peanut allergy aware and we can also provide a vegetarian selection of sandwiches. Please mention any dietary restrictions you or your guests may have at the time you request your booking, so that we can coordinate with our food supplier. Please note, we do not provide other dietary substitutions such as gluten free and vegan options. 

How many guests can be seated at a table?
We can accommodate up to four guests per table. If your party is larger, we will arrange separate tables for you and aim to have these as close as possible. However, we are not able to guarantee this prior to your experience.

Late arrivals 

Our tea sittings have a specific start and end time. The tea will begin at your scheduled reservation time (e.g. 1 p.m.) and lasts for either 1 hour or 1 ½ hours depending on program/workshops, regardless of late arrivals. Your table will be held for 15 minutes beyond your reservation time. Please be courteous. If you are running late, please call to let us know at 905-780-3802.  

What is your cancellation policy?

We ask that guests give us as much notice as possible in the event you need to cancel your reservation, minimum 24 hours before your sitting time. Food is prepared specifically for each guest and will be discarded if you have not cancelled with adequate notice. Proper notice also gives us the opportunity to call the next person on our wait list.

To cancel your reservation, please call 905-780-3802 and leave a voice message. Cancellations cannot be made via the online request form. 

Please note, if you do not show up for your reservation or if you cancel with less than 24 hours notice, we may require pre-payment for future reservations.

For large groups: We require a full payment for groups of six or more at the time of booking. This payment is refundable with written notice - 10 business days prior to the event. 

Do you have a waiting list for cancellations?

Yes, we have a waiting list for cancellations. Please email us or call 905-780-3802 to reserve a spot on the waiting list for a sold out tea date. 

Do you host private events?

Yes, we have three great options for you:

  1. The All Occasions package - A buffet style Afternoon Tea. This is a great package for bridal/baby showers or meetings.  To request this package, fill out the All Occasions Permit Request.
  2. Children’s Victorian Tea Package. – A fun experience for children ages 5 to 12. To book a party, use our online party package request form.
  3. Discovery Tour and Tea Package -  Choose one of our village tours and afterwards enjoy a traditional tea service. To request a booking, fill out the Discovery Package request form.

Our Loose Tea Blends

The Heritage Centre is proud to serve a variety of loose tea blends at our afternoon Teas.
You can also take home a package for $6.50.

Signature Private Blend

Exclusive to the Heritage Centre - A blend of traditional black ceylon, rose petals, blue mallow and a touch of orange will tantalize your taste buds!

Loyal True Blue and Orange Pekoe Tea

A classic ceylon tea that is strong and aromatic.

Mrs. Wright’s Whole Fruit Tea

A colourful blend of apple, sour cherry, orange, blueberries, raspberries and cranberries.

Mrs. McConaghy’s Mint Herbal Tea

A refreshing blend of apple cubes, peppermint leaves, spearmint leaves, raspberry leaves, lemon verbena leaves, blue mallow flowers and sunflowers.

Introducing our New Cocoa Blend - Out of this World Hot Cocoa!

A cocoa blended with just the right amount of sugar, vanilla and high quality chocolate. The Heritage Centre is proud to present this hot cocoa blend that will be available to order during our Afternoon Tea.
You can also take home a package for $8.50.

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225 East Beaver Creek Road,

Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3P4

905-771-8800

access@richmondhill.ca

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