Christmas at Mrs Salisbury’s
Our Christmas diary is now open for festive afternoon tea, experience the magic from 14th November until 31st December 2025.
Festive Afternoon Tea
Mrs Salisbury cordially invites her patrons to an extra special Festive Afternoon Tea.
Be treated to a festive selection of finger sandwiches including roasted turkey with sage & onion stuffing, kiln roasted salmon with horseradish cream cheese, and mature cheddar with fig relish, followed by a honey & mustard glazed pig in blanket and a warm fruit scone with jam and clotted cream. To finish, indulge in a selection of festively fabulous sweet treats. Served with a glass of Prosecco, Winter Pimms or non-alcoholic hot spiced apple plus unlimited loose leaf tea or Americano coffee.
Festive Afternoon Tea:
Monday to Friday: 31,95 per person
+ 10% Service
Saturday or Sunday: 35,95 per person
+ 10% Service
Served at various slots throughout the day. Available inside the main buildings of Maldon High Street, Wickham Bishops, Coggeshall as well as in some special areas shown below. Booking terms & conditions can be found on the reservation pages. Picture for illustration purposes only, items may be subject to change depending on dietary requirements and availability from our suppliers.
Special dining areas
Winter Igloos
Back for 2025 at Maldon High Street
Introducing the Winter Igloos – a delightful and cozy dining experience that combines the magic of winter with a festive touch. Nestled down Bright’s Path, the Winter Igloos are designed to transport you to a warm and inviting winter refuge on those cold winter days. Picture yourself surrounded by plush blankets, comfy cushions and cosy vibes. Adorned with twinkling lights that create a mesmerising ambiance, making it the perfect setting for an intimate and enchanting dining experience.
Our igloos seat up to 8 people as a private group or smaller tables can dine along side others creating a festive atmosphere. These are available exclusively to book for our festive afternoon tea, with no extra charge to dine in the igloo compared to dining inside.
Please note The igloos will be dog friendly and so if you are in the shared igloo, other guests may have canine companions.
The Nutcracker Factory
At Maldon High Street
Our Nutcracker Factory features a ceiling of over 2500 baubles, all hung by hand! Our nutcracker guards the doors to his factory and old fashioned toys. You’ll even see Santa’s sleigh and reindeers on the roof getting ready for the big day. This private dining option is available to book exclusively for our Festive Afternoon Tea. Located next to our Winter Igloos in the courtyard, this room seats 6 people comfortably or 7 at a squeeze.
Festive Afternoon Tea in the nutcracker factory is served at various set slots. Minimum 4, maximum 7 guests at a squeeze. Available 7 days a week. Booking information & conditions available on the booking page. This area is dog friendly but might be a squeeze depending on how many human companions.
Our Winter Orangeries
At Coggeshall
Our Winter Orangeries – a delightful and cozy dining experience that combines the magic of winter with a festive touch. Nestled on the water front of our outside area in Markshall estate, picture yourself surrounded by lush winter plants, their vibrant greenery contrasting beautifully with the crisp winter air. The Orangeries are adorned with twinkling lights that create a mesmerising ambiance, making it the perfect setting for an intimate and enchanting dining experience.
Our orangeries seat up to 10 people as a private group or smaller tables can dine along side others creating a festive atmosphere. These are available exclusively to book for our festive afternoon tea, with no extra charge to dine in the orangery compared to dining inside.
Please note The orangeries will be dog friendly and so if you are in the shared orangery, other guests may have canine companions.
Our Winter Ski Gondolas
At Wickham Bishops
Back for 2025! Enjoy Festive Afternoon Tea in your own private Winter Ski Gondola, seating 4 comfortably or 6 at a squeeze. As our Wickham Bishops location is transformed into a festive oasis, our Ski Gondolas will open to take their first flight. Let us transport you to The Alps as you dine in style! Advance booking is essential.
Festive Afternoon Tea served at various slots from 11.30am. Minimum 2, maximum 6 guests. Available Monday-Saturday. Booking information & conditions available on the booking page.
CHILDREN’S FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA
Those ages 12 and under can also experience the Mrs Salisbury’s Magic! Our Children’s Festive Afternoon Tea is served on its own special board, and consists of plainer sandwiches and sweet treats. Little ones will keep busy as they decorate their own personal gingerbread biscuit. As always just let us know of any dietary requirements, allergies or fussy eaters at the point of booking.
£16,95 per person
Using vouchers towards Festive Afternoon Tea
Afternoon tea vouchers are not valid on the Festive Afternoon Tea unless a surcharge is paid. If you wish to book, please give your preferred location a call to get booked in and pay this surcharge. Surcharge prices: Afternoon Tea without Prosecco Voucher: £6pp weekdays, £10pp Weekends. Afternoon Tea with Prosecco Voucher: No surcharge weekdays (please still call to book), £3.50pp Weekends.