The best afternoon tea sets

The British tradition of taking an afternoon tea is still popular as ever. Here are our favourite tea sets for whipping up your own spread at home

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Melisha Kaur19 October 2016

An afternoon tea party is an elegant way to celebrate almost any occasion, and it also means you can stick to your own budget.

No spread is complete without an impressive-looking teapot with matching teacups and saucers. Whether it’s for a small group of friends or a romantic mid-afternoon treat, we’ve selected the best crockery sets for a memorable teatime.

1. Wedgwood Butterfly Bloom 3 Piece Set

With its vintage-inspired floral design, this chic collection is just the ticket if your guests have high expectations of your soiree. Presented in a gift box, the fine bone china set includes a teapot, sugar bowl and cream jug.

£150, Wedgwood, Buy it now

2. Luna & Curious Mad Hatters Tea Set

Alice in Wonderland fans can throw their own Mad Hatters tea party with this quirky range from Shoreditch boutique, Luna & Curious. Each collection features a fun-looking teapot topped with a paper crown, sandwich plates with a jigsaw zebra design and a cake stand.

£400, Trouva, Buy it now

3. Royal Albert Miranda Kerr 15 Piece Set

In a range of pretty pastel hues, this summery set will work wonderfully at a garden tea party. The 15-piece set, designed by Royal Albert in collaboration with supermodel Miranda Kerr, is adorned with delicate peonies and butterflies and includes enough serving dishes for four guests.

£340, House of Fraser, Buy it now

4. Fortnums St James Tea for Two Tea Set

Just the two of you? Featuring an 18th-century-inspired Chinoiserie design, this elegant range comes with all the dainty dishes you’ll need to serve you and your special guest. The stylish tea set is the same china used in Fortnum and Mason’s Diamond Jubilee Tea Salon.

£330, Fortnum and Mason, Buy it now

5. Vista Alegre Terrace Tea Set

If you’re looking for a sophisticated set that will be used regularly, then this fine porcelain collection is right up your street. Its soft pallete and hand-painted gold details will help you achieve a high-end look. The set includes four teacups and saucers.

£354, Lux Deco, Buy it now

6. Wedgwood Peter Rabbit Children's Tea Set

You’re never too young for a tea party. This adorable porcelain set for two is decorated with characters from Beatrix Potter’s first book, The Tale of Peter Rabbit. It comes neatly presented in a charming gift case with a handle, which makes it perfect for an outdoor occasion.

£85, Amara, Buy it now

7. Cath Kidston Ashdown Rose Tea For One

Bring the beauty of an English country garden into your home with Cath Kidston’s colourful tea set for one. The stackable teapot and teacup is ideal as a gift or for those who like to enjoy me-time on Sundays.