Countess of York-National Railway Museum

4.6

966 Reviews

£26 to £40

Afternoon Tea

Good for special occasions
Romantic
Innovative

On the 19 February 2023 the Countess of York dining experience will close for approximately 18 months for extensive renovation across its site at the National Railway Museum.

Throughout January we will be contacting gift voucher holders to extend redemption periods into 2024. If you have any questions about the closure of the Countess of York or your voucher, please contact us on countessofyork@railwaymuseum.org.uk.

We look forward to welcoming you back aboard in 2024.

Travel with us to era of high-class railway dining aboard beautifully restored rail carriage the Countess of York, located in the South Gardens of the National Railway Museum. Enjoy a traditional locally-sourced Afternoon Tea package, which includes a selection of delicious sandwiches, delicate cakes and fancies and lovely homebaked scones, washed down with a wide variety of Taylor's of Harrogate fine leaf teas. The luxurious furnishings and elegant ambience in the carriage provide a real touch of sophistication.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea, British
Hours of operation
Afternoon Tea Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm
Phone number
01904 686295
Website
https://www.railwaymuseum.org.uk/visit/countess-york
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
The luxurious setting of the Countess of York provides the perfect ambience for an anniversary, birthday, corporate dinner, or intimate wedding; the versatile setting can accommodate a variety of special occasions. Package prices range from £49 per person for a delicious two-course meal, with canapés and a glass of fizz on arrival and exclusive hire of the carriage. Our expert team will try to cater for any kind of special occasion, please get in touch with your request today.
Private party contact
Michelle Rennoldson: 01904 686226

Location
National Railway Museum, Leeman road, York, North Yorkshire YO26 4XJ
Neighborhood
York
Parking details
Countess of York guests are entitled to free parking in the museum's car park, until it closes at 6.30pm. Following your afternoon tea we will give you the code to exit the car park without paying.
Public transit
The Countess of York is located in the South Gardens of the National Railway Museum, a short walk from York railway station.
Additional
Cafe, Full Bar, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 966 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6

4.6 based on all time ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

966 Reviews

JB
JamesB
London
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very atmospheric - and great afternoon tea with good service.
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KevinD
Yorkshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 4, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great peaceful setting for afternoon tea. Food was great
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IsabelaB
Yorkshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 27, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We booked for the wrong date and still they let us in next day. The best afternoon tea ever. Highly recomended!!
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SuMu
Yorkshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 15, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Took my partner for birthday afternoon tea. Lovely selection of food, including a vegetarian selection.
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RickE
Yorkshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 14, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely setting. Good delicious, beautifully presented. Very attentive staff. We felt as though we were travelling in style in a special environment.
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Geordie
Yorkshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 13, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent, friendly service, lovely food wide selection of teas with a choice of coffee and a soothing easy listening piano background.
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NickO
Yorkshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 8, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really good afternoon tea , professionally served. We really enjoyed the experience
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EmilyB
Yorkshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovely atmosphere, great service, the tea and champagne was delicious
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MARGARETH
Yorkshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 6, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely afternoon tea,very good service and surroundings. Would definitely recommend
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NikkiG
Yorkshire
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful venue felt very special an Edwardian style train carriage which had been sympathetically decorated. The table was set with good quality silverware, beautiful china cake stand, cups and saucers which really set the scene. The customer service was outstanding the young lady who dealt with us was very attentive and professional even though there had been 4 other couples in the same carriage. Good quality cakes and sandwiches, I’m gluten free it was a lovely treat. 5 *****stars loved it and would highly recommend!!!
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National Railway Museum, Leeman road, York, North Yorkshire YO26 4XJ

Additional information

Neighborhood
York
Hours of operation
Afternoon Tea Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea, British
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Countess of York guests are entitled to free parking in the museum's car park, until it closes at 6.30pm. Following your afternoon tea we will give you the code to exit the car park without paying.
Public transit
The Countess of York is located in the South Gardens of the National Railway Museum, a short walk from York railway station.
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Cafe, Full Bar, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.railwaymuseum.org.uk/visit/countess-york
Phone number
01904 686295
Private party facilities
The luxurious setting of the Countess of York provides the perfect ambience for an anniversary, birthday, corporate dinner, or intimate wedding; the versatile setting can accommodate a variety of special occasions. Package prices range from £49 per person for a delicious two-course meal, with canapés and a glass of fizz on arrival and exclusive hire of the carriage. Our expert team will try to cater for any kind of special occasion, please get in touch with your request today.
Private party contact
Michelle Rennoldson: 01904 686226

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