Free
- Christmas Event
A Christmas Wish
23 November 2024 to 5 January 2025
Festive Afternoon Teas
Treat yourself to a delicious afternoon tea at Fort Nelson.
Festive Afternoon Teas
Festive Afternoon Teas will be served on three Sundays in the run-up to Christmas - 24 November, 1 December and 15 December.
Enjoy a delicious, traditional afternoon tea with festive treats.
£25 per person
Add a glass of Prosecco or mulled wine (£5 per glass)
Why not make a day of it and enjoy our special free adventure trail A Christmas Wish as well.
Free parking, entry to the museum and A Christmas Wish are included with your Festive Afternoon Tea booking so no need to book separately.
Reserve your table
Festive Afternoon Teas must be booked in advance. Please see the FAQs below.
Reserve your table nowFAQs
Tables can accommodate up to 4 people. You may need to share a table if your party is less than 4 people. We cannot guarantee that parties of 4+ will be seated close to each other.
You can book a table for the following times: 12pm to 1:15pm, 1:30pm to 2:45pm or 3pm to 4:15pm. Tables will need to be vacated after an hour and a quarter to allow us to prepare for the next sitting. If you book the 3pm slot please visit A Christmas Wish beforehand, as the museum closes at 4pm.
Festive Afternoon Teas will include a selection of small sandwiches, cakes, scones with jam and cream, plus a choice of tea and coffee. Apple and orange juice will be available (no carbonated beverages). A Vegan/Vegetarian option is offered, please indicate when booking. If you have other dietary requirements or questions about the menu please email fn.functions@armouries.org.uk
The Festive Afternoon Teas will be served in the former Officer's Mess in the Redan. On arrival at the Fort please make yourself known to our staff at reception who will direct you. We recommend arriving about 15 minutes before your booked time to allow time to get to the dining area.
You can cancel your booking up to 7 days before the booked date on Eventbrite. Eventbrite fees will not be refunded.
Free parking is included with your Festive Afternoon Tea booking.
