May, 16^th 2022 - In homage to the hotel’s unrivalled, front row views of the iconic Elizabeth Tower, The Library introduces a newly crafted Big Ben Afternoon Tea. Served in the magnificent surroundings of the Grade II Listed Library, which is home to over 3,000 original books, the new menu features delectable Big Ben inspired creations. For those wanting to gaze at the newly restored landmark in closer detail, binoculars and telescopes will also be available to accompany the afternoon tea experience.

The menu features signature pastries including The Elizabeth Tower, an indulgent inside-out chocolate mousse cake in the shape of the world-renowned tower, The Clockface, a panna cotta and rhubarb infused dome - the silvery blue shades of the cake are an ode to the original colour of Big Ben - and The Big Ben, a lemon curd and raspberry cake served on buttery shortbread in the shape of a bell. Served alongside the pastries, are warm sweet and savoury golden raisins and basil scones, and an array of savoury sandwiches including Tea cured salmon created exclusively by London’s oldest smokers H Forman & Sons in beetroot bread, or a crayfish cocktail in a butter brioche bun. To complete the afternoon tea, guests will choose using their sense of smell from a selection of hand-selected teas from The Tea Makers of London, including County Hall’s own tea blend.  

The afternoon tea is priced at £55 per person, £65 with a glass of champagne or £71 with unlimited English sparkling wine and served from 12.00pm to 5.00pm Monday to Sunday.

For more information or to book, please visit: https://www.thelibraryatcountyhall.com/

For further information or imagery, please contact:

Aria Gianquitto, PR Manager UK & Ireland Marriott International

Email: aria.gianquitto@marriott.com

About London Marriott Hotel County Hall

Perfectly positioned in the heart of London, London Marriott Hotel County Hall provides guests with stunning river views of the city’s finest landmarks including the London Eye, Big Ben and Houses of Parliament. Occupying London’s former City Hall, the hotel boasts 206 spacious guestrooms and 12 unique event rooms, all of which embody London's rich history and quintessential British spirit.

About Marriott International

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