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Afternoon Tea Catering in Cornwall — Proper Cream Tea Country

Cornwall wrote the book on cream teas — jam first, obviously. But a proper afternoon tea goes beyond scones and clotted cream. It's finger sandwiches with real fillings, homemade cakes and pastries, fresh fruit, and a spread that looks as good as it tastes. Whether it's a baby shower, a hen party, a milestone birthday, or a retirement celebration, afternoon tea catering brings a touch of class without the stuffiness.

Salt Wind Catering delivers afternoon tea across Cornwall — to your home, your venue, your garden, wherever you're hosting. Everything made from scratch in our kitchen at 37 Fore Street, Redruth.

What's Included?

A Salt Wind afternoon tea typically includes a selection of freshly made finger sandwiches with proper fillings — none of that pre-made, curling-at-the-edges nonsense. Homemade scones with Cornish clotted cream and jam. A selection of cakes, tarts, and sweet treats all baked from scratch. And savoury bites to balance things out.

We cater for dietary requirements as standard. Gluten-free scones, vegan sandwiches, nut-free cakes — whatever your guests need, we sort it. Everyone should feel included.

What Events Suit Afternoon Tea?

More than you'd think. Baby showers and christenings are a natural fit. Hen parties that want something more elegant than a night out. Milestone birthdays — especially 50ths, 60ths, and beyond. Retirement celebrations. Bridal showers. Mother's Day gatherings. Garden parties on a sunny Cornish afternoon. Corporate events where you want something different from the usual sandwich platter. And funeral wakes where something gentle and comforting is exactly what's needed.

Delivered Across Cornwall

We deliver afternoon tea to homes, village halls, hotels, gardens, and venues across Cornwall. Truro, Falmouth, Penzance, St Ives, Newquay, Helston, Bodmin — wherever you're hosting, we'll get it there. We can set up for you too if you want the full service, or just deliver and let you arrange things your way.

Combine It With Something Bigger

Afternoon tea works brilliantly as part of a bigger event too. Serve it as an arrival treat before your main buffet or hog roast. Use it as a late-afternoon follow-up to a wedding breakfast. Or make it the main event for a more intimate gathering. Your call — we'll make it work.

Why Salt Wind?

5-star food hygiene rated. FSB members. NCASS registered. Everything homemade using locally sourced Cornish ingredients. We're in Cornwall — we know how a cream tea should be done.

Get a Quote

Tell us what you're planning. Request a free quote or call 01209 206255. Email info@saltwind.catering. 37 Fore Street, Redruth.