About
Thornbury Castle is a five-star deluxe Relais and Chateaux Tudor castle in the heart of Gloucestershire, on the edge of the Cotswolds.
Once the country retreat of none other than King Henry VIII, Thornbury Castle boasts a history that few other English hotels can match. It is a history that serves as the foundation for experiences that are truly transportive, whisking guests away into another more regal period. Thornbury Castle is 1530s grandeur and 2020s splendour all at once. It is a place where you can escape from the everyday and immerse yourself in untold luxuries. King or Queen for a day? At Thornbury Castle, we aim to create that feeling for the very entirety of our guests’ stay.
Standing in 15 acres of regal splendour, surrounded by Tudor Walled Gardens. Thornbury Castle nestles on the northern edge of Thornbury adjacent to the Gloucestershire countryside, 12 miles north of Bristol, and is well placed for visiting the Cotswolds, the Georgian city of Bath, Bristol, and Wales.
Enjoy a decadent Afternoon Tea in splendid surroundings at Thornbury Castle and lose yourself in a swirl of meticulously composed finger sandwiches and miniature cakes; freshly baked scones with jam and clotted cream; artfully chosen tea, coffee, and champagne. Indulge in the most civilised and underrated treat of the day.
Afternoon Tea is served daily between 1.00pm and 4.00pm. Please book online to reserve a table.
A selection of menus is available from traditional cream tea to indulgent champagne high tea, as well as vegan and vegetarian options.
Afternoon Tea and Champagne Afternoon Teas can be taken in either our dining rooms or in our lounge areas and is served 1pm - 4pm daily. Please book online to reserve a table.
