Classic Afternoon Tea London Sightseeing Bus Tour

Activity Description

Indulge in a one-of-a-kind afternoon tea experience with the Classic Afternoon Tea Bus London Sightseeing Tour by Brigit’s Bakery.
Our exclusive vintage Routemaster buses wind their way through the heart of Central London, offering a unique blend of delightful sightseeing and delectable Brigit’s themed afternoon teas on a classic double-decker bus!

As you sip your tea, you’ll soak in the vibrant culture, iconic landmarks, and rich history of London. Our London Routemaster bus will treat you to breathtaking views of renowned attractions like Big Ben, The Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, St James’s Park, Hyde Park, The Royal Albert Hall, Marble Arch, Nelson’s Column, Downing Street, and many more. It’s not just a tea; it’s a journey through London’s heritage.

Savour the sweet and savoury flavours of France with a selection of scrumptious finger sandwiches, including classics like smoked salmon and cream cheese, and mouthwatering cakes and pastries, all expertly crafted by our executive pastry chef to enhance your tea experience. And of course, no afternoon tea would be complete without scones with jam and clotted cream.

Why choose us? We take pride in being the original classic tour, conducted on an iconic 1960s Routemaster bus. Our commitment to preserving tradition and creating lasting memories sets us apart from the rest.

Don’t miss out on this extraordinary adventure! Book your spot now for the Classic Afternoon Tea Bus London Sightseeing Tour and embark on a tea-infused journey through the heart of London. Reserve your seat today and make this unique experience a cherished memory.

Take a look at our Traditional Afternoon Tea Menu and dietary options below.

Traditional Afternoon Tea London Menu

Afternoon tea menu stand

Traditional Afternoon Tea
Freshly Prepared Savouries
Mini spinach & cheddar quiche
Cucumber, cream cheese & mint finger on basil bread
Turkey ham & cheese, mayo mustard finger on tomato bread
Feta, tomato & red pepper savoury muffin
Salmon & cucumber pretzel with cream cheese

Assortment of mini Homemade Cakes & Tarts
Spiced orange choux
Chocolate cupcake
Peppermint & chocolate tart
Eggnog sable (non-alcoholic)
Freshly baked, plain scone with clotted cream & jam

Drink options included in our Traditional Afternoon Tea
Water

Coffee & Hot Chocolate
Americano | Cappuccino | Latte Macchiato | Hot Chocolate

Tea Selection
English Breakfast | Earl Grey | Decaf Black Tea | Redbush | Peppermint | Lemon & Ginger | Berry & Elderflower | Jasmine Tea | Green Tea | Chai Tea

Our Traditional Menu is seasonal and may vary. Please check with us, at time of booking, for any changes.

WE’RE WHEELCHAIR-FRIENDLY!
Did you know that we have a wheelchair-friendly bus for our Afternoon Tea London sightseeing tours?

Brigit’s Wheelchair-friendly Sightseeing Bus Tour
Did you know that we have a wheelchair-friendly bus for our London sightseeing tours? And it’s not like any other sightseeing tour – it’s an Afternoon Tea tour that takes you through the vibrant streets of London while you get to relax and embrace the charm of a quintessentially British tradition.

Brigit’s wheelchair-friendly Sightseeing Routemaster Bus Tour
With the launch of our accessible bus, Brigit’s Bakery has created a marvellous blend of inclusivity, elegance, and delectable delights. Our wheelchair-friendly Afternoon Tea sightseeing tours cater to everyone. We guarantee a memorable adventure that celebrates the diversity and spirit of this iconic City.

Our wheelchair-accessible London sightseeing tours
To allow a great experience for all wheelchair users, we modified the bottom level of one of our Routemaster buses to add a ramp. The conversion is the first of its kind in a 1960 classic vehicle. And, we believe, it’s a real step forward for the inclusivity and accessibility of private event transport in London.

Our adaptations allow for one wheelchair to be fully secured and strapped in (facing forward) at Table 4. We also have an option to comfortably accommodate two additional wheelchair users. This is as long as the passengers can transfer to a table seat. We can accommodate the additional customers at Tables 1, 2, or 4 and store wheelchairs on board for the duration of the tour.

Wheelchair friendly London Sightseeing Bus Tour with Afternoon Tea
How to book our wheelchair friendly sightseeing tours
Our accessible bus is not visible via our online booking system at the moment. If you wish to book one of our tours, please fill in this form or call our booking team on 020 3026 1188 and let us know about your preferred date and time from the following options:

Our Classic Afternoon Tea Bus Tours (departing from Victoria Coach Station) are available daily at 12:00, 14:30, and 17:00. If you prefer the tour to depart from Northumberland Avenue instead, the available times for this tour are 12:30 and 15:00 daily.
When you get in touch to book, we’ll reserve your spot on the lower level of the bus.

Dietary Options & Allergens
Unfortunately, we are unable to cater for: nut-free, peanut-free, combination of dairy & gluten-free, combination of vegan & gluten-free and Coeliacs. Gluten-free menu may contain traces. Vegan and gluten free teas are £3 extra. Please specify requirements upon reservation. All allergies must be emailed and confirmed by management at [email protected]. Thank you for your understanding.

We offer the following alternative Afternoon Tea menus:

Traditional Afternoon Tea
Vegan Afternoon Tea
Vegetarian Afternoon Tea
Gluten Free Afternoon Tea
Halal Afternoon Tea

There is a recorded guide commentary on our buses and friendly servers to answer any questions! Children under the age of 5 are not permitted due to health and safety regulations. Images may not depict the current menu.

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Terms & Conditions
Brigit’s Classic & Themed Bus Tours : children from 5 years old are allowed onboard.
The Official Peppa Pig Bus Tour : children from 2 years old are allowed onboard. Babies are not permitted.
Children aged 15 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult.
There is a discounted rate for 5-11 year olds on our Classic & Themed Bus Tours. For the Official Peppa Pig Bus Tour there is a discounted rate for 2-11 year olds.
The ticket is valid for use on the Brigit’s Bus Tour only for the time and date stated on the ticket.
The bus cannot wait for latecomers, passengers are requested to arrive at the boarding point 20 minutes prior the departure time. Our buses have to leave on the dot, no refunds will not be given in case of lateness. No boarding is allowed outside of the departure gate, late passengers are not allowed to catch the bus on route or attempt to jump on board.
The ticket remains the property of the company and must be made available for inspection by the conductor or driver on demand.
Tickets:
FOR INDIVIDUALS
We require full payment of the bill in order to ensure the booking.

There is a cool down period of 24 hours after the initial booking was made. If you cancel within this 24 hour period, we will give you a full refund minus the Cancellation Fee (£10 per person).
If you cancel more than 24 hours after the booking was made, we will not refund any of your fare. You may prefer to change your tour instead.
Changing fee of £22.50 per person for tours within 2 weeks of change request.
Changing fee of £10 per person for tours further than 2 weeks from change request.
FOR GROUPS (+ 10 people)
We require a 50% down payment of the total bill in order to ensure the booking which is non-refundable. 2 weeks prior your booking we require the full payment which is non-refundable.
We reserve the right to cancel or suspend services as deemed necessary and without issuing advanced notice. In the event of a tour cancellation we will offer a transfer to an alternative tour if available. If an issue arises due to mechanical reasons, we will try our best to replace the bus within 60 minutes. If unsuccessful, we can offer you a place on another tour, free of charge, subject to availability.
If the tour is stopped for some reason after the first half hour, we can offer you a place on another tour, free of charge, subject to availability.
Conditions of carriage are subject to the provisions made by the Public Passenger Vehicles Act 1981; full details are available from our office.
Brigit’s Bus Tours take no responsibility for items left on the bus, personal items are carried at the owner’s risk and Brigit’s can take no responsibility for items damaged or lost.
Smoking / vaping is not permitted on the bus.
You must keep the lid on the hot drinks at all times.
Brigit’s Bus Tours reserves the right to refuse entry to intoxicated persons, and will not tolerate in any way abusive or threatening behaviour to staff. In such instances tickets will not be refunded.
Brigit’s Bus Tours asks that passengers are mindful of others during the tour, and anyone behaving in a disruptive manner will be asked to disembark, in case of refusal, authority will be called.
Wedding hire. If hiring the bus for wedding transport customers must take out their own wedding transport insurance, as the Brigit’s Bus Tours cannot accept liability for alternative transport provision in the event of serious mechanical or technical failure of the bus.
Please be aware that we operate on historic vehicles and as such whilst we try our up-most to maintain the buses to the highest standards on occasion the buses may encounter mechanical problems. In the event of a breakdown we will attempt to fix the problem.
Brigit’s Afternoon Tea Ltd is not responsible for any damage caused by the infringement of the rules.
Management or the bus driver can, at any given time, change the normal route due to traffic, road works, London events and any other matters.
Management can, at any given time, change the departure points of Northumberland Avenue, Victoria Coach Station and Somerset House due to traffic, road works, London events and any other matters.
Buses are not permitted to pass in front of Buckingham Palace and along The Mall, therefore Brigit’s Bus Tour takes passengers along a street called Buckingham Gate.
Alcohol Policy: Alcohol is pre-sold only. No alcohol will be sold on board the bus. Book your drinks when booking online or over the phone. Brigit’s Bus Tours follows a Challenge 25 Policy. ID is required. No refunds will be given if no Photographic ID is shown. Purchase of alcohol is non-refundable. Alcohol consumption is permitted on the bus only, alcohol cannot be taken off the bus.
We strongly recommend holding on to your glass to avoid spillage.
Gift Voucher Policy: gift vouchers are non-refundable.
Third party or resellers vouchers (eg: Virgin Experience Day) are subject to the resellers terms and conditions (eg: week days only/ bottom deck only). Brigit’s Bakery does not take responsibility for voucher restrictions or other issues from resellers.
By booking with us, you will automatically be added to our mailing list – you may update your preferences to take full advantage of our offers or opt out.
Please note there are no toilets onboard (Except the Official Peppa Pig Bus Tour, for children’s emergency only)
We do not cater for nut allergies and strongly recommend to contact our customer service should you have any allergies.
This is a continuous tour, we do not stop. In case of an emergency, the bus will allow the passenger(s) off, however the bus will not be able to wait for them.