Best Places to Enjoy Afternoon Tea in St Mawes

There’s something special about enjoying an afternoon tea in St Mawes. With its beautiful harbour, coastal views and relaxed Cornish charm, it’s the perfect place to slow down, enjoy good food and make the most of your time by the sea.

Whether you’re visiting Cornwall for a day, enjoying a coastal walk or looking for a special treat with friends and family, St Mawes offers plenty of wonderful spots to enjoy a traditional afternoon tea.

Enjoy Afternoon Tea by the Harbour

One of the best things about St Mawes is its picturesque waterfront. Find a spot overlooking the harbour, watch the boats come and go, and enjoy a selection of freshly baked treats with a cup of tea.

Pick up your favourite St Mawes Bakery goodies and create your own seaside afternoon tea, including:

• Traditional cream teas
• Freshly made sandwiches
• Homemade sausage rolls
• Traditional Cornish pasties
• Saffron buns
• Cruffins
• Flavoured donuts

There’s nothing better than enjoying freshly baked treats with a beautiful Cornish view.

A Coastal Picnic at St Mawes Castle

For a memorable afternoon, pack an afternoon tea picnic and head towards the stunning surroundings of St Mawes Castle.

With views across the Carrick Roads and the Fal Estuary, it’s a peaceful setting to enjoy a relaxed afternoon outdoors. A selection of sandwiches, sausage rolls, Cornish pasties and sweet treats makes the perfect picnic spread after exploring the castle and coastline.

Relax on the Beach with a Cornish Afternoon Tea

St Mawes is home to beautiful coastal spots that are ideal for a seaside treat. Take a walk along the shoreline, find a quiet place to sit and enjoy your favourite bakery treats with a flask of tea.

A cream tea by the coast is a simple pleasure and a wonderful way to experience Cornwall at its best.

Create Your Own Afternoon Tea at Home or Your Holiday Cottage

If you’re staying in St Mawes, why not bring the bakery experience back to your accommodation?

Whether you’re staying in a holiday cottage, enjoying a family break or celebrating a special occasion, collecting freshly baked treats means you can enjoy afternoon tea whenever you choose.

Create your own spread with:

• Freshly made sandwiches
• Cream teas with jam and cream
• Cornish pasties
• Sausage rolls
• A selection of handmade cakes and donuts

Add a pot of tea, relax and enjoy an afternoon made special by local Cornish flavours.

Visit St Mawes Bakery for Your Afternoon Tea Treats

No afternoon in St Mawes is complete without a visit to St Mawes Bakery. Our family bakery has been serving the local community for generations, creating traditional favourites and new treats made fresh every day.

Whether you’re looking for a classic cream tea, a picnic by the coast or a selection of sweet and savoury treats to enjoy with friends and family, we have something for every occasion.

Next time you’re exploring St Mawes, take some time to enjoy an afternoon tea the Cornish way: fresh baking, a cup of tea and a beautiful view.