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Escape to Amberley Castle, where ancient walls, roaring fires, and the calm Sussex countryside set the scene.
Dining at Amberley Castle is an experience to be savoured. Seasonal ingredients, elegant surroundings and attentive service come together to create moments of indulgence, whether for a leisurely lunch, afternoon tea, or an unforgettable evening meal.
Historic Dining. Impeccably Served
Historic dining in the Queen’s Room and Great Room, where outstanding cuisine is served within the ancient walls of the castle.
Afternoon Tea at Amberley Castle
Afternoon Tea invites you to pause and indulge in a cherished English ritual, served within the historic rooms of the castle and overlooking beautifully landscaped gardens. Enjoy a refined selection of finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and preserves, and delicate cakes and pastries, paired with fine teas or a glass of Champagne. Whether celebrating a special moment or simply enjoying an unhurried afternoon, this is Afternoon Tea to be savoured in truly memorable surroundings.
Luxury Picnics & Hamper Delights
Discover the charm of outdoor dining with Amberley Castle bespoke hamper experiences. Perfect for picnics on the lawns, leisurely afternoons in the gardens, or relaxed moments amid the South Downs, our hampers are filled with delicious treats crafted from the finest local ingredients.

Refined Fathers Day Afternoon Tea










Our menus at Amberley Castle celebrate the rich flavours of West Sussex, offering seasonal dishes served throughout the day; from relaxed lounge classics and indulgent Afternoon Tea to thoughtfully crafted lunches, elegant evening dining, and comforting Sunday roasts. Guests can also enjoy beautifully prepared picnic hampers and a dedicated Children’s Menu, ensuring every visitor experiences the charm and culinary excellence of the castle.
Afternoon Tea at Amberley Castle is served daily in the stunning surroundings of our historic lounges, restaurant, or on the terrace overlooking the castle grounds. Enjoy a refined selection of traditional sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and delicate pastries, all crafted with seasonal ingredients and presented in an enchanting, serene setting. Please note this is a sample menu.
Monday – Sunday | 12.30pm – 4pm
£45 per person (Monday – Thursday)
£55 per person (Saturday & Sunday)
A carefully curated and perfectly prepared hamper celebrating the best of British produce. Featuring cold meats, cheeses, bread, salad, sweet treats, and wine, it can be enjoyed at any time of day or night, and anywhere within Amberley Castle or out and about. Find a special spot on the castle lawns, get cosy in one of the historic lounges, lay out a spread in your room, or even take it with you as you explore the surrounding West Sussex countryside.
£145
Our luxury hamper includes smoked salmon with lemon, a freshly baked in‑house loaf with butter, a locally sourced charcuterie selection, Paxton & Whitfield British cheeses with white fig confit, a homemade sausage roll, a mixed daily salad, seasonal fruitm the chef’s dessert and a bottle of red or white wine.
£100
Enjoy a famous Amberley Castle afternoon tea wherever you wish, with all the classic treats and your choice of tea or coffee kept warm in a flask, perfect for exploring the Cotswolds grounds, relaxing in the lounges, unwinding in your bedroom, or taking with you on a day trip. *Price based on two people.
£20
A neatly prepared children’s hamper filled with tasty snacks, a sandwich, fruit and juice—perfect for taking on a daily adventure, enjoying in the gardens after a treasure hunt, or tucking into in the comfort of your room; it includes carrots, peppers and cherry tomatoes with houmous, Pipers crisps, a sausage roll, a smoked salmon sandwich on multigrain bread, a mixed fruit selection, a Granny Smith apple, and a gluten‑free fruit flapjack.
Our Dinner Menu reflects the heritage and grandeur of Amberley Castle, offering a refined selection of seasonal dishes served in our elegant dining rooms. Please note that this is a sample menu and may vary with the seasons.
Beef essence butter & Netherend salted butter
Set pea mousse, pickled garden vegetables, ham hock croquettes
Pressing of chicken leg, pickled shiitake, smoked chicken breast, master stock mushroom jelly
Carpaccio of peppered venison, Jersey Royal Potato, radish, horseradish, asparagus mousse
Citrus cured salmon, cucumber, dill oil, orange and cardamom hot and sour
Beurre Noisette poached monkfish, curry, sea vegetables, nori, pickled black radish
Burnt mackerel, pickled fennel, heritage tomato jam, tomato consommé, olive, balsamic
A5 Wagyu Beef, soy braised blade, bao bun, tenderstem, shiitake, grilled spring onion, wasabi
Lamb rump, slow braised shoulder, fricassee of broad beans, asparagus, lardons, morels, Pommery mustard mash, rosemary jus
Pork tomahawk, apple, carrot, courgettes, Parisian potato, cider jus
Mango & ginger parfait, passion fruit cake
Avocado semifreddo, smoked chipotle cremeux, kiwi, hazelnut
Heritage tomato jam, cheddar & cayenne crisp
Milk & lemon mousse, Earl Grey Tea ice cream, bee pollen, honeycomb
Buttermilk Bavrois, raspberry gel, pink peppercorn meringue, lychee & hibiscus sorbet
Coconut pandan, pineapple cake, passionfruit gel, pineapple, praline shards, lime & shiso sorbet
Platter of three cheeses, grapes, piccalilli, cheese biscuits, quince (supplement of £10pp)
£4
Avocado or Hummus dip, carrot, cucumber & cherry tomatoes
Chive mayonnaise
Sage & onion
£9.50
New potatoes & peas
Cheddar cheese & skinny fries
Mash, peas & gravy
Tomato sauce or Pesto, parmesan
£6
Toasted garlic flat bread
Croque monsieur
Sandwich bites
£3
£6
Two scoops of ice cream, strawberry or chocolate sauce (or both!) Choose: Hundreds & thousands, Marshmallows, Chocolate Drops, ‘Crackle crystal’ wafer
Chopped strawberries
Fudge & hot chocolate sauce
Berries & ice cream
Freshly sliced seasonal fruit
£3
Sliced fruit & mineral water
Apple, orange & beetroot
Fresh mint, pineapple juice & soda
Marshmallows & chocolate flakes
Blackcurrant or Elderflower or Orange
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Amberley Castle
Nr Arundel
West Sussex
BN18 9LT