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Review of B-Bakery Afternoon Tea Bus Tour in London

Having afternoon tea in London is always something I’ve wanted to check off my list! After loads of research, I was so excited to try the afternoon tea bus tour offered by Brigit’s Bakery. Not only did we get to have afternoon tea but also ride on a vintage double-decker bus all around London. Such a fun and exciting way to spend our first afternoon in the city!

Booking Process & Cost

Booking online is super easy.

The process was easy and straightforward. Bookings are quickly completed online through the  company’s website.  During the booking process, you can select which table you’ll be sitting, which menu you require, or if you’d like any of their available add-ons such as champagne or a souvenir.

The traditional afternoon tea bus tour starts at £45 per person plus any additional items you decide to add on. We added on a half bottle of champagne for £28 extra.

Time to get on the Bus!

What a gorgeous vintage double-decker bus.

We chose Victoria Coach Station as our departure point. When you first arrive, check the screens by the main doors to see which gate the bus will depart. The bakery asks that you arrive twenty minutes before your scheduled departure time.

After a long day of travelling, we were excited to get going on the bus. But we ran into a bit of a speed bump when we didn’t board the bus for almost thirty minutes later than our scheduled departure time. We sat waiting for nearly forty-five minutes at the bus station waiting. And if you’ve ever been to Victoria Coach Station, I’m sure you’ll agree it’s not exactly somewhere you’d like to hang out. I was a bit annoyed.

Once we got on the bus, my mood quickly lifted. I was so pleased with everything I saw. The decor is so cute. I loved the retro look! The tables were set, and the food looked delicious! The tea tray was filled with tasty looking sandwiches, muffins, desserts and pastries all ready for us to dig in.

The Afternoon Tea Bus Tour Starts!

Here we go.

During the afternoon tea bus tour, you’ll cruise by some of the most famous tourist sites in London, such as the London Eye, Buckingham Palace, St.James Park, Harrods, and Westminster Abbey to name a few.

But if getting a tour of London is your main reason for booking this bus tour you may be disappointed. With the general ambient noise from the other guests chatting and eating plus the sounds of the bus and surrounding traffic, it was pretty hard to hear the tour all the time. If you are looking for an informative tour of London, I would not recommend the tea bus for this reason.

Once you’re whizzing through the crazy London traffic. Bouncing and bumping around on the bus, with the din of the other passengers. Plus, all the yummy food in front of you, the tour becomes the last thing on your mind

And you still do get to see some of the sights. For first-timers to London, the general splendour and craziness of the city are fascinating!

Food & Drinks

Once the bus tour has started on its way, the staff stops by each table and takes your drink order. You can choose from a long list of teas, or if you’re not a tea drinker, they have coffee, cappuccino, lattes, hot chocolate and water. One of my favourite things was the spill-proof cup that they gave us our hot drink in (which we got to take home!).

Alcoholic drinks are available but must be pre-purchased when you complete your booking. They are unable to sell any alcohol during the bus tour, so if this is something you’d like, make sure to add it to your cart during your initial booking. We purchased a half bottle of champagne to drink during the trip. It was the perfect amount for us for the time available after we had our cup of tea.

There were two staff members on board with us plus the bus driver. They were super friendly and accommodating. They were happy to provide us with tips and advice for travelling in London as well as just a friendly chat.

There are so many  different afternoon teas  available in London, so once we narrowed it down, it was pretty easy to choose this company on its uniqueness alone. The idea of having a tour of London while having tea sounded like a lot of fun! And it was!

• The food was delicious, especially the desserts!
• The staff was friendly and helpful.
• The rush of the city passing by created a fun backdrop to our first British afternoon tea experience.

Our bus tour left Victoria Station and toured around the city for about an hour and a half, and we enjoyed every minute of it! I would do it again for sure and recommend it to anyone travelling to London!

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Thanks for your review, it makes me want to book right now! 🙂 I have a question, which seat do you recommend on the bus? It is better left or right to see more things? thank you very much in advance

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All aboard the fantastic B Bakery Afternoon Tea Bus Tour

There are few things more synonymous with London than a cherry red double-decker bus . The popular Routemaster buses are an essential part to London life, loved by locals and tourists alike. 

Every day, thousands of double-deckers ply the city streets, covering hundreds of routes and carrying out some five million journeys daily but only a handful of them offer that other quintessentially British experience, afternoon tea. 

We jumped on board a revamped traditional red Routemaster bus to sample the B Bakery Afternoon Tea Bus Tour and discovered that sightseeing and scones are a match made in heaven. 

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The British obsession with Afternoon Tea

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​ The very British tradition of afternoon tea dates back to 1840 when, feeling peckish one afternoon, the Duchess of Bedford asked that a tray of tea, bread and butter be brought to her room.

This mid-afternoon snack quickly became a daily habit and a social one too; the Duchess regularly invited friends to join her and soon high society ladies would change into their best gowns, gloves and hats to enjoy afternoon tea. 

​These days, afternoon tea usually involves a quick cuppa and possibly a biscuit but if you want to treat yourself then there are lots of places where you can enjoy  afternoon tea in London .

All about Brigit’s Bakery

The B Bakery Afternoon Tea Bus Tour is the brainchild of Brigit’s Bakery , a French Salon de Thé that first opened in 2010. Founded by a French family, the Blochs, looking to bring French patisseries to London , the cafe quickly became a hit. 

Two years later, the family opened a second outpost, this time in  Covent Garden  and, two years later, they bought their first classic Routemaster bus and the idea of the B Bakery Afternoon Tea Bus Tour was born. 

Today the company have a handful of original refurbished Routemaster buses and offer a number of themed tea bus tours including Peppa Pig and Paddington Bear tours that are ideal for families with young children.

They also run tours tied to holidays such as their Grinchmas and Christmas Lights tours (the best way to enjoy   London at Christmas ) and a Valentine’s Afternoon Tea. 

However, my fourteen-year-old daughter and I decided to be purists and opted for the Classic Afternoon Tea Bus Tour (if you’re looking for something fun to do with  teens in London  then this is a great idea!) and met our driver and crew on a rainy January afternoon near Trafalgar Square. 

On board the B Bakery Afternoon Tea Bus Tour   

B’s Bakery runs afternoon tea tours throughout the year with multiple tours per day , simply head to the website , choose your dates and time and make a booking. Departure points vary; we left from Northumberland Avenue near Trafalgar Square but some tours depart from Victoria Coach Station at Victoria Station.

The original Routemasters have been refurbished and now come with tables that can seat four . If you can, opt for a table on the top deck that offer the best views; the two tables at the front of the bus on the upper deck can seat two people only. 

The afternoon tea bus tour route

If you’re looking to see London’s main sights in one quick tour then this is the perfect way to do it. The 90-minute tour takes in almost all of the most famous landmarks in central London and you get to eat while ticking them off your list!

​Setting off from Northumberland Avenue, we passed Trafalgar Square and Nelson’s Column before carrying on past Downing Street and towards the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben . 

There’s supposed to be an automated commentary running throughout the tour regaling passengers with fun facts and interesting historical tidbits however, ours only started working half-way through the tour which, I was told, was not usual.

Instead we had a cheery medley of Christmas tunes to keep us entertained! If the commentary is not working when you step on board, make sure to tell one of the members of staff and they will sort it out for you.

Next on our tour was Westminster Abbey before the bus headed to Knightsbridge where we sailed past the bright lights of Harrods . 

There were a few comical moments when, stopped at a red traffic light, a regular double decker bus pulled up alongside ours and we could see neighbouring passengers ogling our sandwiches and cakes. 

From Knightsbridge the route wound its way towards the Royal Albert Hall , around Hyde Park and past Marble Arch , which was designed by the favoured architect of King George IV, John Nash. 

Buckingham Palace was our next stop on our afternoon tea tour before we circled back around Trafalgar Square and to our original departure point. 

The tour last around 1hr. 30 minutes but the timing depends on the London traffic so it may take longer. 

The B Bakery afternoon tea menu

Sights are all well and good but scones are better according to my daughter so we were delighted to discover that these formed part of the afternoon tea menu on board the B Bakery afternoon tea bus London tour. 

B Bakery can cater for a wide range of dietary requirements and offer a range of menus including Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten Free, Pescatarian, and Halal.

We opted for the traditional afternoon tea menu which comes with a selection of finger sandwiches and sweet treats served on a traditional tiered plate stand.

Our savoury sandwiches selection featured ham and cheese, smoked salmon and cream cheese (my personal favourite), and cucumber and cream cheese. Our savoury options also included a mini savoury muffin and mini quiches .

On the top tier was a selection of homemade cakes including a lemon meringue and a chocolate mini cupcake. Half-way through, one of the team came round with warm scones and small pots of jam and clotted cream .

It is a very generous afternoon tea spread but don’t worry if you can’t finish it all, the B Bakery team hand out containers at the end in case you want to take any leftovers home with you. 

Drinks on board the B Bakery tea bus tour

​Given that you’re on board a moving bus all drinks are served in a B Bakery themed travel cup to avoid any unnecessary spillages. These cups are yours to take away at the end of the tour. 

Tradition dictates that hot tea should be served during afternoon tea and the B Bakery Menu offers a range to choose from including English Breakfast , Earl Grey, Chai Tea, Green Tea and Jasmine Tea. There is a decaf tea option too. 

If tea is not your thing then other hot drink options are hot chocolate , a selection of herbal teas and coffee . For any special occasions (or simply because) then a glass of Prosecco is also an option. 

Our final thoughts on the B Bakery Tea Bus Tour

Overall we really enjoyed our B Bakery Bus Tour experience. It’s a great way to explore the heart of the city while enjoying afternoon tea at the same time.

For younger children, I would recommend trying the Paddington Bear or Peppa Pig themed bus tours but if you’re visiting  London with teens  then the Classic Afternoon Tea Bus tour is a lot of fun and even the most irascible of teens are guaranteed a great time. 

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Brigit’s Bakery London Bus Tour Review

There are few things more quintessential when visiting London, or the UK in general, than an afternoon tea. Across the UK hundreds of hotels, restaurants, cafes and other eating establishments put on great selections. But, there is another option – an afternoon tea bus tour.

Tickets for the Brigit’s Bakery Afternoon Tea Bus Tour start from £45 per person, making it really reasonably priced when compared to the prices of many hotel and restaurant. And, unlike the table service hotels and restaurants, you’re also getting the novelty and experience of a bus tour around central London.

So what’s included in the afternoon tea and what should I expect on the tour?

• Scrummy food
• On the bus beverages
• Bus tour route

Brigit’s Bakery: Afternoon Tea & London Bus Tour

Scrummy food.

The afternoon tea on the bus tour is presented on a double-level platter, with a range of sweet and savoury delights. From the stereotypical (but really really good) sandwiches to macaroons and other cakes and pastries, there’s sure to be something you’ll love and devour.

All the sandwiches and cakes are super fresh, light and not too filling; meaning guests are able to savour every flavour available and not feel too full over the course of the hour and a half tour. The platter alone is exquisite but about halfway through the tour, you get offered warm and fresh scones, with clotted cream and jam – something I can rarely turn down, so I hope you don’t either!

Something that was really good to see when chatting to the team and on the Brigit’s Bakery website is that, for those of you with dietary requirements, the bus tour is able to cater to gluten, vegan, veggie and halal requirements. However, I’d still suggest checking their website for the full list of dietary requirements they can and can’t cater to, as these could change on certain days and tours. Also, worth noting, vegan and gluten-free afternoon teas are £3 extra.

On The Bus Beverages

As much as the nibbles in an afternoon tea are a showpiece, the drinks are just important. Thankfully, the drinks and the tea selections are just as high quality and extensive as the food. 

Every afternoon tea offering includes a selection if ten types of tea and three coffee choices, such as English Breakfast, Earl Grey, Darjeeling teas in addition to Americano and Cappuccino coffees. Hot chocolates, bottled water and some other soft drinks are also available as standard.

If you’re in the mood for something a bit stronger or with a bit of fizz, the Brigit’s Bakery bus offers a range of sparkling wines, prosecco and Champagne as an extra. These can be pre-booked when booking or bought on the bus – which is good as it can be pretty easy to get through a bottle when shared among a few of you.

Prices for the wines and bubbles start from £8 per glass of Prosecco up to £275 for a bottle of Louis Roederer Vintage. Yes, they’re not the cheapest glasses or bottle but, as treat and when split among two or more people, are a fantastic way to add little bit more fizz to your tour.

On my tour, we tried the Prosecco Zia. On the wines list this is cheapest, however, I don’t think anyone really noticed. It’s light, pretty tasty and was generally went really well with the flavours of the sweet and savoury treats on offer.

All Aboard The London Bus Tour

The London bus tour takes around an hour and half (1.5 hours). The tour takes you past and through many of famous streets, attractions and sight of London. So, if you’re looking to see a few of London’s sights in one go, it’s really unique way to get around London.

A vintage Routemaster, the bus has two levels or table, each seating 2 people with comfort and 4 with a bit more of a squeeze. Being an older model of bus, the suspension isn’t the most comfortable when going over Londons many infamous potholes. Basically, what I mean, is the ride can be a bit bumpy, so make sure to keep hold of your drinks or put them in one of the drink holders on your table.

Despite the bumps and the slightly cramped seats, the ride and bus as a whole is actually pretty comfy over the course of the 1.5 hours.

What will you see on the bus tour route?

There are two routes of the bus tour you can take with Brigit’s Bakery, a “standard” route and an “evening” route. These are some of the sights you’ll see on each route:

Standard (Day) Route:

The Houses Of Parliament

Buckingham Palace

The Royal Albert Hall

Hyde Park Marble Arch

The London Eye

Trafalgar Square

Evening Route:

Tower Bridge

The Shakespeare Globe

The Tate Modern

Somerset House

St Pauls Cathedral

Unfortunately, you don’t get to get off the bus the visit the actual attractions. However, the bus comes with a recorded guide-commentary (although on some routes they do have an in-person guide) and the staff on the bus are really good at helping point out things and answer any questions.

Like with any bus tour, you’re not guaranteed the best views or picture opportunities 100% of the time, especially when the bus is full. Some attractions might be on the left side when you sit on the right (or vice versa) or another double-decker might pull up next to the bus. In short, you’ll might need to climb over others on the bus (please don’t!) or you’ll have to ask them to take a picture for you.

Where to Book Brigit’s Bakery Afternoon Tea Bus Tour

Hopefully, this has got you looking to plan your next afternoon tea – with a difference. If so, head over to the Brigit’s Bakery Plan Your Tour page for more info and a link to main booking page.

Things To Note

I’ve already touched on a few of the “issues” on the bus (bumpy roads, you might not be able to see everything, dietary requirement costs) but there are a few more bits I think are worth knowing:

• Access – Old Routemasters aren’t the most accessible to those with mobility problems. While there is a downstairs offering, this a bit of a squeeze and not the most convenient.
• Toilets – There are no toilets aboard the bus. Make sure you got to the loo before getting on board, the bus doesn’t stop for a loo breaks either.
• Keep hold of your drinks – Bumps and drinks never end too well and it’s really easy to end up covered in yours or someone else’s drink when on the bus. 

Key points when booking:

Cost: 

From £45 per person, although for the best views and experience I’d recommend looking at the top deck £55+ options.

You can book via the Brigit’s bakery website or Get Your Guide .

Pick up: 

Tours start from a few locations – so be sure to check which is your starting point. 

The pick-up points for the bus tours are:

• Trafalgar Square (8 Northumberland Avenue, WC2N 5BY)
• London Victoria Coach Station (164 Buckingham Palace Road, SW1W 9TP)
• Somerset House (Victoria Embankment (A3211), by Somerset House)

Tour departure times:

Departure times for the bus tours differ for each pick-up point. However, on the whole, tours generally depart at 12pm, 12:30pm, 2:30pm, 3pm and 5pm most days. There are also additional tour times at 1pm and 3:30pm on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, while evening tours times leave around 6pm.

Hopefully, this review has inspired you to book Brigit’s Bakery bus tour of London and sample their yummy afternoon tea. If you have any questions or would like some further information, please feel free to comment below and I’ll try my best to help.

Whilst you’re here, you might like to read more of my London blogs or hear about the best pubs in Clerkenwell and Farringdon (according to me).

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B Bakery Bus Tour: The Best Afternoon Tea Bus Tour In London

Posted on Last updated: June 7, 2021

After six years of living in London I have started to acquire a taste for British food (some of it anyway), one of these being afternoon tea. Afternoon tea is a very traditional English meal composed of sandwiches and cakes.

B Bakery offers this traditional English experience with a special twist, in the form of an afternoon tea bus tour !

If you want to experience London in a different way, what could be better than seeing all the main tourist landmarks while savouring delicious food and tea? (Hint; nothing is).

By giving a unique spin to a British classic, B Bakery is without a doubt one of the most quirky places to eat in London . Read on to find out more about our experience on the B Bakery afternoon tea bus tour in London!

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• 1 What is afternoon tea?
• 2 The route of our afternoon tea bus tour in London
• 3.1 Savoury treats
• 3.2 Sweet treats

Getting ready for our afternoon tea bus tour in London

What is afternoon tea?

For those that aren’t acquainted with the glorious British tradition of afternoon tea , I figured I should give you a bit of an introduction about it. 

Afternoon tea is a meal first introduced in the 1840s, first as a mini meal between lunch and dinner so that one wouldn’t arrive at dinner too famished. It used to be a social event for high society ladies.

Today it is still considered somewhat a fancy meal and will mostly be consumed on special occasions (unless you have a very traditional English grandma that will make you sandwiches, cakes and tea for when you get home from school).

As the name implies it is usually consumed in the afternoon, however you can have afternoon tea as early as 12pm. It is usually composed of three parts; savoury sandwiches, sweet pastries and scones.

There are lots of great and quirky afternoon teas in London , but the B Bakery one is amongst my favourites.

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Our afternoon tea food selection on the B Bakery bus tour

The route of our afternoon tea bus tour in London

Our afternoon tea bus tour started at Victoria Coach Station and covered all the main landmarks in London.

There is an automated guide voice that gives a short history of all the main attractions, but the staff will also chime in and talk about smaller landmarks that aren’t mentioned in the tape, which makes it a much more personal and interesting experience.

Setting off from Victoria Station we first drove around Kensington, seeing main landmarks such as Hyde Park Corner, Harrods, the Victoria & Albert Museum, the National History Museum and the Royal Albert Hall.

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The B Bakery bus tour route

Driving past Hyde Park during our afternoon tea bus tour

From there we drove on along the side of Hyde Park until we reached Notting Hill, where we then turned right and continued our tour around Hyde Park.

At the North Eastern corner of Hyde Park we drove past Marble Arch, and then back south to Hyde Park Corner.

Once we there we turned left and drove through central London, seeing Piccadilly Circus, the National Gallery in Trafalgar Square, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace and we then ended our tour back at Victoria Coach Station.

The tour lasts approximately 1 hour, but this really depends on the traffic (and the traffic in London can be pretty awful, but hey that means you get to enjoy a longer afternoon tea bus tour)!

The top deck of the B Bakery bus

Trafalgar Square as seen from the top deck of our afternoon tea bus tour

The B Bakery afternoon tea menu

B Bakery offers a number of different types of menus and can also cater for most dietary requirements, whether you want to eat Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal or Gluten-Free, just make sure to say so when you book and the chefs of B Bakery will make sure your dietary needs are met.

As per tradition afternoon tea is served in a tiered plate stand , with savoury sandwiches on the bottom plate and cakes in the top one.

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The selection of sandwiches and cakes of our B Bakery afternoon tea in London

Savoury treats

The bottom plate was filled with different types of delicious freshly prepared savoury sandwiches.

Some were afternoon tea classics such as the Cucumber & Mint Finger Sandwich, the Watercress & Egg Pretzel and the Ham & Cheese Sandwich With Mayo & Mustard .

The others were more original and I hadn’t seen them served before at afternoon teas, and included things like a Chestnut mushroom quiche, small BLT Burgers and Smoked Salmon Blinis (these were like small pancakes with cream cheese, cucumber and smoked salmon).

These last three were my personal favourites as they were a bit different from what I was normally used to, and especially tasty.

Some of the savoury treats in our afternoon tea selection

Some of the sandwiches in the savoury selection of our afternoon tea

Sweet treats

The top tray of our stacked dish   was covered in an assortment of mini homemade cakes and tarts. My personal favourite were the Chocolate Mini Cupcake and the Lemon Meringue Tart. 

When we were about three quarters of the tour in and had gotten through most of our food we were served warm scones with jam and cream to end the afternoon tea.

These are typical unsalted English cakes, to which you then add jam and cream to add flavour. They are traditionally always served with afternoon tea.

Click here to book your spot on a B Bakery afternoon tea bus tour!

The selection of mini cakes & tarts at the B Bakery afternoon tea

Scone served with jam and clotted cream on the B Bakery bus tour

As you may imagine, the traditional drink to have at afternoon tea, is in fact tea.

B Bakery offers a number of different teas from Betjaman & Barton, including traditional flavours like English Breakfast and Earl Grey , but also more alternative flavours such as Darjeeling and Rooibos Jardin Rouge .

If like me you’re not much of a tea drinker, don’t worry as they have other coffee and hot chocolate options.

Our B Bakery on the go tea and coffee mug

Final thoughts on doing a afternoon tea bus tour in London

Have you been on an afternoon tea bus tour before? How did you find it? Let me know in the comments below!

I really enjoyed our B Bakery afternoon tea bus tour as it gave a creative spin to a traditional experience. Despite living in London for six years, I still really enjoy doing touristy things like this or even Harry Potter tours .

This was such a fun day, touring around and seeing all the main landmarks and tourist attractions of London. The delicious tea, sandwiches and cakes was an added bonus!

If you want to live this traditional British experience with a twist, click here to see the latest prices and availability for the B Bakery afternoon tea bus tour!

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Friday 7th of June 2019

This is a must! My daughter and I did this in March. Food was delicious! We consider this a highlight of our quick get away to London.

Sunday 9th of June 2019

It's a great activity to do with your family for sure! And the perfect way to combine sightseeing around London with a cool English meal like afternoon tea :)

Tuesday 18th of September 2018

That sounds so amazing, and the food looks so tasty. Now I only need to get to London. :) Thanks so much for sharing this.

No problem, glad you enjoyed the post! Haha definitely worth a visit when you make it to London :)

Friday 14th of September 2018

We took this tour last fall 2017. It was so much fun. As we gathered to board the bus, my husband started noticing there were only a few men in the group. He wasn't so happy with me, but the food and many sights we passed turned him around. No doubt we would recommend this tour, especially to someone who has never been to London. Gives you a good over view of where sights are in town.

I agree, it's a fun way to see all the main landmarks in London! And since there's nice food and tea onboard you don't mind getting stuck in traffic either haha!

Tuesday 27th of March 2018

Thank you for sharing such a great information and photograph with us. You are doing great work. Keep it up

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Saturday 24th of March 2018

This looks so much fun! As a Brit I also love that you have pointed out that afternoon tea is NOT something that the English do every day, which seems to be the stereotype. It's a special occasion for us too - so this looks like a great activity for anyone to do in London!

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Review of B Bakery London Afternoon Tea Bus Tour

Even after exploring London on a few visits one thing I hadn’t checked off my England bucket list was enjoying afternoon tea. When Rick and I went in June 2018, that was the one thing I wanted to make sure we slotted some time for. This was Rick’s first visit to London so I wanted to make sure he saw all the sights and so when I found a sightseeing tour of London that was combined with a delicious afternoon tea, it was the perfect activity to add to our itinerary.

B Bakery has a physical location, but I was drawn by their variety of themed tea tours, both on a bus or on a Thames cruise! We opted for an afternoon tea tour on their outfitted double decker bus and had a great time. Below is our review of the afternoon tea bus tour with B Bakery.

London Tour

The afternoon tea bus tour is about an hour and half – can be longer if traffic is a bit congested. The seats are comfy and when you’re stuck at a traffic light you’re easily distracted by all the goodies and hot tea in front of you. They have commentary on the bus to describe what you’re seeing but the commentary could be hard to hear at times but was still useful when you picked it up.

Some of the icons you see on this London sightseeing tour:

• Buckingham Palace
• Royal Albert Hall
• Trafalgar Square

Customer service & booking

The online booking process was easy and you pick out your menu, seats, and purchase any add-ons at the time of your booking.

The tour started right on time and the staff was nice. The food was already waiting at your table and then they come around ask what type of tea you want to drink during your tour. Our server asked if we wanted our prosecco first or at the end of the tour and we had it at the beginning. She asked if we were celebrating anything and it was a few days before my birthday, which I told her, and then she served me an extra chocolate cupcake later on the tour, which was a fun surprise!

Food & drink

We booked the traditional tea menu which had a variety of savory sandwiches and sweet treats. Some of the finger sandwiches included a cucumber and mint sandwich, watercress and egg on a pretzel bun, and a ham and cheese with mayo and mustard. There was also a mini quiche and smoked salmon blini. The sandwiches were tasty and flavorful and the serving size was just right for the tour’s duration.

We knew the desserts were going to be amazing (it is hosted by a bakery after all), but the mouthwatering cakes and tarts included a mini chocolate cupcake, a passionfruit, mango, and coconut tart, and a vanilla cream pastry. They also come through during the ride to serve a hot scone with clotted cream and jam. They met our expectations for the desserts as they were delicious and we could have easily eaten another six chocolate cupcakes or those mango tarts.

For teas, they offer a variety of leaves from Betjaman & Barton: Earl Grey, English Breakfast, darjeeling, green, jasmine, rooibos jardin rouge, and peppermint. If tea isn’t your cup of tea, they also serve water, coffees, and hot chocolate. They serve your tea in a to-go souvenir mug, so no worrying about spilling your hot drink on the bus.

We booked their traditional menu but I also appreciated the variety of menus they offer, including nut-free, dairy and gluten-free, vegan, vegan and gluten-free, and a Celiacs-friendly menu.

The starting price for this bus tour of London is £45, though we did spend a bit more as we added a glass of prosecco each and bought dedicated seating at the front of the bus on the top deck – totally worth it, but only works for couples. I thought the price for the tour and all the yummy goodies was appropriate.

Overall, the experience of having tea on the go was really fun and let us kill two birds with one stone when we had limited time in the city. I’d recommend it if you’re looking for afternoon tea in London with a twist!

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Afternoon tea is one of those must-do experiences for visitors to London, and Londoners alike. What isn’t to love about sitting for an hour or two with the ones you love whilst demolishing a selection of cakes and pastries. There are so many afternoon teas on offer around the capital that there is something to suit everyone. Recently, I was lucky enough to enjoy one of the coolest new options. A sight-seeing and afternoon tea mash up with Brigit Bakery; the vintage Routemaster B Bakery bus afternoon tea tour of London .

I was a guest of B Bakery and www.buyagift.co.uk for this experience but all opinions are entirely my own.

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Brigit Bakery (or B Bakery) is a patisserie specialising in afternoon tea with a french accent. They call it l’afternoon tea, I call it un petit délicieuse. They started in London back in 2010 and now have a branch in Covent Garden, and one in Bath, Their afternoon teas took to the road in 2014 with the purchase of their own Routemaster. All of the baked goods for the London afternoon tea tours are produced in their Bermondsey kitchen (but more about those later).

Wandering around London, we have spotted this beautiful red bus whizz past us. It is a Routemaster, the iconic red double-decker bus that filled London’s streets in the 1950s and 1960s. The back platform is open which back in the day made running for the bus and jumping on a lot easier. now, with health and safety, it just makes an excellent spot for a quick photoshoot.

Running around like a headless chicken, I managed to dash straight past the bus on the wrong side of the road. I am notoriously late for things and was getting flustered thinking that I would miss the departure.  If your bus departs from 8 Northumberland Avenue, you’ll find it on the opposite side of the road from the Grand At Trafalgar Hotel, on the South-bound side of the road.

The B Bakery afternoon tea bus has eleven tables, four on the lower deck and six on the top decks. These are for sale as tables of two or four.

Prices start at £45 per person. For that, you get a seat on the lower deck, just like we did. For a little more you will be seated on the upper deck, giving you a better view of the sights you are passing. Finally, for a bit more (up to £65) you can sit at one of the two VIP tables. These are at the front of the upper deck, so you have both side and front windows. This is the perfect spot for photography.

We love an afternoon tea, read all about the time we took High Tea at the Victoria Falls Hotel.

As you board, you will see your cakes and sandwiches set out and ready to dive into. This made me a little wary, thinking that they would be dry, but I couldn’t have been more wrong. Brigit Bakery has upped the bar when it comes to afternoon tea treats.

The sandwiches were not AT ALL dry, even the ham and cheese finger variety. Everything must have been very fresh. My favourite one was the salmon pretzel, despite being super paranoid about having poppy seeds in my teeth for the rest of the bus ride! The sandwiches we had were:

• Pastrami burger with tomato salad and mustardy mayonnaise – Quite a filling choice but the pastrami was lovely and tender.
• Ham and cheese and whole grain mayonnaise on granary bread – Finger sandwich perfection.
• Salmon pretzel with chives, cream cheese and cucumber – This was an unusual twist on a classic. The pretzel was soft and slightly chewy. I love salmon so I thoroughly enjoyed this and thought the balance was just right.

Normally included in the menu, you will get:

• Minty cucumber sandwich and cream cheese on beetroot bread
• Seasonal savoury muffin

Oh tiny cakes, how I love you! Being with a group of other girls, I had to eat these slowly and in a delicate manner but I could have eaten the lot in four bites. I really enjoyed trying to work out the flavours of each cake. The mango and caramel tart defeated me so I was very happy to find it on the internet. I couldn’t decide between the four cakes as they were all delicious and baked to perfection. You could really tell that these came from a proper bakery.

• Vanilla and apricot compote choux – A gently fruity cream and a lovely craquelin top made these choux buns a level up.
• Queen sablé and cream cheese mousse – The buttery, crumbly base and super light cream cheese mousse were a lovely light nibble. I took some pictures with it but couldn’t resist eating the berry on the top which rather ruined it.
• Strawberry cupcake – Just SO cute!
• Caramel, mango and cream tart – These were like a gorgeous creme brulee flavour combined with subtle mango. I was tempted to hoover up the rest on the plate (that belonged to my afternoon tea buddies).

For some reason, we weren’t served scones despite the normal tour including them. Everyone was getting pretty full so I am not sure they missed them but for me, it is not a full afternoon tea without them.

Dietary Requirements

B Bakery can accommodate all kinds of dietary requirement, I was quite impressed when I saw the options. Be you vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten-free or halal, they can cater for you!

Onboard, there was a surprisingly nice selection of teas. However, I think they all came in tea bag form. Trying to deal with a teapot and loose leaf tea on a moving bus would be extremely dangerous. Instead, all the tea is served in super cute plastic cups with screw-on lids. Once your tea is brewed, there is a little plastic tub to pop the tea bag in. The best bit?

You get to keep the mug forever!

If you are not into tea, you can choose a coffee or hot chocolate. I couldn’t resist a coffee once I smelled the glorious warming whiff of someone else’s.

We were also treated to a glass of prosecco. These are available to pre-purchase with B Bakery. You can opt for a glass at £8 or bottles of bubbly ranging from prosecco at £28 all the way up to a bottle of  Castelnau Hors Serie champagne at £125.

Now, as you know, I am a spiller so I was worried about my drinks going flying but every table has cup holders for each person…a simple and ingenious fix!

The average tour length is 1.5 hours, and in that time the bus takes you past some of west London’s top sights. As you pass each one, a commentary is played over the speakers.

We began the journey with the windows open and the sunlight streamed in. Halfway through the tour, the British summer returned to form and there was a huge rain shower. A deluge pelted down from above and we hurriedly wound the window handles to close them. The windows steamed up, and with the heavy rain, we struggled to get good photos. I have used some from my back catalogue for you. Here are some of the highlights;

Buckingham Palace

See if you can spot the King as you zoom past one of his London residences.

Westminster Bridge

Big Ben, the grand old bell inside the Elizabeth Tower, stands close to the River Thames. Alongside the Houses of Parliament is Westminster Abbey, and across the river is the London Eye.

Royal Albert Hall

This grand Victorian hall, home of the BBC Proms in the summer, Cirque Du Soleil in winter and all sorts in between, this is where I used to work so I always get a little overexcited when I see it.

The Royal Albert Hall is also home to the  Opera Afternoon Tea. Check it out here!

Churchill Pub

Not a famous sight…unless you are an Instagrammer that is. This pretty pub is a social media classic.

Trafalgar Square

Lord Nelson stands atop his column and keeps an eye on the tourists below. Beyond the fountains and the arty fourth plinth, there are two of London’s favourite free museums, The National Gallery and Portrait Gallery.

This is a great way to spend the afternoon and of course, as with all things, there are highlights and lowlights. Other than the food and drinks, here are my favourite things:

• Some classic tunes were played during the trip which was really fun. If you had a large group of friends you could have a great singalong as you accidentally sprayed cake crumbs across the table.
• The staff were very friendly and made sure we had everything we needed.
• We were offered little cake boxes to take home any leftover nibbles….we didn’t have any.
• The tea, coffee, juice and water are unlimited so you can have seven cups of tea if you like!

There are some disadvantages of being on a bus rather than on a train, or indeed a non-moving tea room.

• There is no toilet on the bus so bear that in mind when you are enjoying your seventh cup of tea.
• As the space is quite enclosed, it can get very noisy (especially when you invite a bus full of female bloggers).
• The London traffic can be rather stop/start which makes it a  little difficult not to spill (especially if you are like me and can cover yourself in anything and everything).
• Some chairs face backwards so if you are prone to travel sickness you’ll need to make sure you book the right kind of seats.

It is also worth noting that our bus was decorated with ladies in mind. There were lots of bright pink and drawings of “ladies about town” on the cups and tables. I don’t know if the other bus is the same, but I thought it was worth mentioning if you are planning to come in a mixed group.

If you are thinking of booking your spot on this super fun vintage bus afternoon tea, here are some things you might like to know.

• The best place to book is on the  Brigit Bakery website .
• If you are buying it as a gift for someone else, then the  buyagift  website is the best place to get a voucher.
• Brigit Bakery also does gin afternoon teas, Thames cruise afternoon teas and fun seasonal options too.
• B Bakery Bus Afternoon Tea tours depart from 8 Northumberland Avenue and Victoria Coach Station.
• Prices range from £45 – £65.
• There is no toilet on board so pop to the bathroom before you board. The bus will not stop for toilet breaks.
• The tour lasts around 90 minutes depending on traffic.
• B Bakery can cater for lots of different dietary requirements but they cannot guarantee nut-free.

This is not London’s cheapest afternoon tea, but it does combine two activities that make a day trip to London special. I had a whale of a time and enjoyed absolutely everything I ate and drank. Plus, I managed to get it all in my mouth without spilling…no mean feat on a moving bus. I think that the  B Bakery vintage bus afternoon tea  would be a perfect experience for girly catch-ups with a difference or hen parties. It doesn’t feel stuffy like some tea rooms do so you can just relax and enjoy the sights, good conversation and mouth-watering B Bakery goodies.

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What’s more quintessentially London than afternoon tea and a double-decker bus? How about afternoon tea ON a double-decker bus! That is exactly what Miss P, Miss V, and I did when we went to London and took the B Bakery Afternoon Tea Bus Tour. The Lovely Ladies and I had been to London before (you can read about those experiences here , here , and here ), so we were looking for something a little different, and indulging in a proper British afternoon tea, while sightseeing around the city definitely fit the bill.

Climbing aboard the vintage Routemaster bus for the B Bakery Afternoon Tea Tour. Photo credit: Monique White

The B Bakery Afternoon Tea Bus Tour is a light-hearted, whimsical way to enjoy London’s main sights. Guests board a vintage 1960’s Routemaster bus, and are directed to their tables, which are already set and look stunning!

An array of savory and sweet treats await guests on the B Bakery Afternoon Tea Tour. Photo credit: Monique White

We took our seats on the top deck (because you HAVE to sit on the top deck of a double-decker bus) and nibbled on a selection of amazing finger sandwiches and pastries, and sipped tea from souvenir cups with lids to prevent spilling as we passed iconic London landmarks such as Big Ben, Westminster Abbey , the Victoria and Albert Museum and Buckingham Palace.

On the top of the double-decker bus enjoying tea and a tour of London. Photo credit: Monique White

As delightful as the B Bakery Afternoon Tea Bus Tour is I should caution you that it is by no means a traditional tour. It is not a hop on – hop off bus that allows you to get off and have a more in-depth look at the sights. The bus whizzes by various landmarks, and what you actually see can depend on where you’re sitting or if the bus is stopped at a red light.

Seeing London’s iconic landmarks during the afternoon tea tour. Photo credit: Monique White

A map of the route for B Bakery’s afternoon tea tour. Photo credit: Monique White

Additionally, there is music playing, people chatting away, and the jostling that comes with eating and drinking in a moving vehicle, so the commentary is muddled. My advice to any first-time visitors or people who want a more substantial sightseeing experience is to supplement the tea bus tour with another tour.

Afternoon Tea

Where the sightseeing aspect of the tour may be lacking, the afternoon tea part absolutely makes up for it. B Bakery is an actual brick-and-mortar, family-owned bakery in Covent Garden, so the treats, which include a variety of sandwiches and an assortment of desserts, were delicious! And just when we thought it couldn’t get any better, they brought out warm scones with jam and clotted cream!

Warm, delicious scones with jam and clotted cream! Photo credit: Monique White

The tea flows freely and as frequently as you’d like, however, there are no additional servings of the food, but the finger sandwiches and pastries were quite filling, and I was happy for the to-go boxes that were provided for the leftovers.

Enjoy unlimited refills of tea in a souvenir cup.

Cups with lids prevent spills during the afternoon tea tour.

B Bakery has several tours to choose from, including an afternoon tea cruise on the Thames, an afternoon picnic tea, a Gin lovers tea, and they offer gluten-free, vegetarian and Halal options for a slight additional cost.

Prices for the B Bakery Afternoon Tea Bus Tour start at £45 ( € 51, $60), and I recommend booking in advance to guarantee a table on the top deck of the bus.

Take a tour of London on a Routemaster bus while having afternoon tea.

For more information on the tour, visit the B Bakery Afternoon Tea Bus, website .

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B Bakery's Afternoon Tea Experience & Bus Tour

Tickets 🎫 Ticket with a code to be redeemed online for an Afternoon Tea Tour for 1 person 🎫 Ticket with a code to be redeemed online for an Afternoon Tea Tour for 2 people Highlights 🚌 Board a fancy 1960s Routemaster Bus (standard seats on the lower & upper deck) ✨ Enjoy a 90-minute bus tour of London ☕ Unlimited hot drinks such as tea, coffee and hot chocolate 🍰 Munch on a delicious selection of sandwiches and pastries

General Info 📅 Date: tickets can be redeemed for tours on Mondays - Fridays 🕒 Time: tours last 90mins and have multiple departure times (see below) 📍 Location: - Victoria Coach Station: 12pm, 2:30pm & 5pm departures - N8 Northumberland Avenue: 12:30pm & 3pm departures 👤 Age requirement: 5+. Children aged 15 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult ❓ Please note: VIP seats not included. Tickets are also redeemable for the following Themed Afternoon Teas: Traditional, Chinese New Year, Valentine's Day, St Patrick's Day, Mother's Day, Easter, Halloween, Christmas 📱 Next steps: you must book a specific date and time and redeem the code provided in your Fever ticket - further instructions are in your confirmation email

Sample Menu (Vegan, vegetarian, halal & gluten-free menus are also available) Freshly Prepared Savouries

• Pastrami with a slice of gherkin burger with tomato bread and mustard and mayo sauce
• Pretzel with chives, cream cheese and fresh salmon
• Ham and cheese finger sandwich
• Cucumber and cream cheese finger sandwich
• Stilton and leek muffin with walnuts

Assortment of Mini Homemade Cakes & Tarts

• Lemon tart with meringue
• Red choux with vanilla creme patissiere and raspberry coulis
• Chocolate cupcake
• Sable Breton with cream cheese
• Plain, freshly baked scone with clotted cream and jam

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Description Experience a very special afternoon tea at the unique B Bakery Afternoon Tea Bus Tour of London! Hop onto one of their vintage Routemaster buses and go on a drive through the streets of Central London, taking in iconic sights such as the Big Ben, The Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and more. Capture the heart of the city's culture, landmarks and history while sipping on a lovely cup of tea and enjoying an exquisite array of sandwiches, cakes and pastries. Also celebrating the Queen's Platinum Jubilee throughout May, June and July, enjoy a quintessentially British afternoon tea with all the Queen's favourites and special themed decorations on board!

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B-Bakery afternoon tea bus tour

Yes the B-Bakery bus tour is that perfect combination of both afternoon tea and a bus tour of central London. Imagine the faces of all those on ‘regular’ red London buses, or even those on the open top tours, as you whizz past with a cake stuffed in your face…. pinky extended for class totally! So that’s the basic concept – afternoon tea on a bus as it goes through London traffic past major tourist sites.

The perfect Afternoon Tea bus tour of London!

What’s better is that Brigit (the B of B-bakery) Bakery makes amazing cakes! The tea and other drink selection is also top notch. The bus has attendants ensuring that everyone is fed and watered and to ensure safety and there are announcements about all the sites you go past. I was lucky that my sister bought this as a birthday treat for me and my mum.

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The bus departs from gate 1 in Victoria Coach Station, so we waited until called forward to board the converted Route Master:

A London icon that has been converted into the perfect afternoon tea bus!

You would easily spot this bus in traffic! We had a table on the top deck, so we headed up to see where we were located:

Some happy customers – check out the flowery decor around them

The conversion has resulted in 2 tables of two facing forwards at the front of the bus, then another 4 tables sitting up to four (we were on table 6). The seating was the old routemaster seats, so a bit snug on a hot summer’s day! Each of the tables was set up with our afternoon tea and cup holders ready for our tea or hot/cold drink of choice. There was a definite flowery feel about the bus with the pink highlights and the flowers everywhere too!

Cup holders and lids – very important for hot tea safety!

Sarah had ordered the special book for us to take away – it included the route of the bus tour and information on all the sights we saw. Note that the bus has no toilet and children under 5 aren’t allowed… but enough of the boring stuff! On to the food:

So this is what greeted us when we boarded… nom! I couldn’t wait to get stuck in, but we had to wait to take photos obviously….!

So the etiquette is to start with the savoury (bottom layer)

We had mini smoked salmon and cream cheese bites (or mini bagels sans hole?); chicken salad sandwiches; cucumber sandwiches (naturally! It’s not an afternoon tea without!); mini quiches; and mini baguettes with tomato, cheese and pesto. Basically a lot of yummy stuff!

So cute!! Mini salmon roll/bite/bagel in coordinating bright colours

Now this is where the party is at! First I have to say I adore their cake stands… such cute details!

drool…

On our bus tour we tucked into mini chocolate cup cakes; mini lemon meringue pies; the random mini cake with cream and healthy fruit; and those delightful jam and custard filled doughnut thingies… (technical term – they are the red ones with the green blobs on top! oh and they were so tasty!!)

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When you had eaten most of this and drunk your tea/coffee/hot chocolate/cold drink, they brought out scones!!!

Scones are a must for a British Afternoon Tea!

These traditional treats served with proper clotted cream and strawberry jam defeated the rest of my party. But not to worry if you don’t finish everything, they have take away boxes so you can enjoy later!

The Verdict

Well I was happily stuffed by the end of our bus ride. The amount of food and the time actually worked quite well, and with the take away boxes available you didn’t have to eat all of it if full. We enjoyed this pretty girly afternoon (the rest of the bus was filled with a baby shower!). We did see that you can arrange to bring bubbles should you be celebrating a special occasion, so that’s one to consider.

A happy Katie and my favourite sister, Sarah! (shh don’t tell my other sister!)

I’m tempted to try out their other bus tours with gin (obviously!) and the sushi and cocktail one with Hayman’s gin looks fabulous too! Ps we did lord it up over the regular bus users going past and waved like the Royal family lol! Check out the details on their website here: B-Bakery afternoon tea bus tours

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19 July 2017 at 8:59 pm

Afternoon tea on a bus sounds fabulous. I’m glad they gave you to go boxes, I would have felt obligated to eat it all!

Katie Hughes says

19 July 2017 at 9:00 pm

Er I did give it a go eating everything Jenn and had to walk home!! I got to 20k steps that day lol!

Paroma says

19 July 2017 at 9:12 pm

This looks like such a fun ride, tour of London plus the famous British tea break! The pastries look delicious!

20 July 2017 at 10:44 am

The cakes were suberp Paroma!

MEGHNA MALHOTRA says

19 July 2017 at 9:24 pm

Wow! So vibrant and lively…loved all your colourful pictures..made me want to grab a muffin or two! How much did this trip cost you though??

19 July 2017 at 9:25 pm

Thanks Meghna – for me this trip was a present but I think tickets start from £45

19 July 2017 at 9:35 pm

I’ve never heard of this before but it sounds Amazing and those cakes look delicious! Will have to check out the next time I’m in London

20 July 2017 at 10:38 am

It’s a great thing to do for a special occasion Elle.

19 July 2017 at 9:40 pm

This looks so delicious and what a fun way to ride around London, filling up on sweets! Definitely saving this for my next trip to London!

20 July 2017 at 10:39 am

Excellent, glad to have inspired you Leigh!

Meghan says

19 July 2017 at 10:37 pm

This is so unique Nd fun! I would love to do this in London! How did I not know this exists? Definitely saving this for later.

20 July 2017 at 10:40 am

Haha they also do Sushi and cocktail tours Meghan!

Elaine J Masters says

20 July 2017 at 3:38 am

What incredible fun! I’d love to do this with my sister one day.

20 July 2017 at 10:41 am

I hope you get to do it Elaine!

Nicole says

20 July 2017 at 10:35 am

What a great idea. I’m sure I’ve seen this bus in London before and Cam (a country music artist) did a competition last time she was over in the UK with the prize being afternoon tea on a bus so maybe it was this bus! It looks lovely and the food looks gorgeous! Looks like you had a great time.

20 July 2017 at 10:42 am

It might have been this bus Nicole! They also have buses in Bath – so they are all around.

21 July 2017 at 4:13 pm

This is the perfect way to spend an afternoon! That spread looks amazing, and I love the whole concept, how creative! If I ever find myself in London, I’m definitely going to book this tour.

21 July 2017 at 4:18 pm

Excellent Kim! I’m sure you will see similar popping up in other cities and countries!

22 July 2017 at 3:40 pm

This looks fun, would love to try this! I live in London so would be able to do it easily. Only downside is the lack of toilets!

22 July 2017 at 4:05 pm

Yes we had to pee before and after Eniko lol!

24 July 2017 at 12:11 pm

Haha this is amazing – I have afternoon tea’d my way around Australia and the UK and am definitely putting this on the London list. Can’t imagine anything better than scoffing your face full of sweet treats whilst taking in the city’s sights.

24 July 2017 at 12:26 pm

Yes it’s the perfect combination (and the cakes are amazing!!)

SuburbanGent says

10 August 2017 at 10:45 am

I really enjoyed your post, it looks like you had a great time! 🙂 I’ve just shared my post on the B Bakery London Afternoon Tea Bus Tour based on your recommendation, I really enjoyed it! The cakes were DELICIOUS!

10 August 2017 at 10:49 am

I’m so glad that I inspired you and that you enjoyed it! I could eat those cakes all day (but then I’d be fat….) ??

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• Schedule. Standard Tour
• Daily, from Victoria Coach Station
• Departure time: 12pm , 2.30pm & 5pm
• Departure point: Victoria Coach Station (Gate - O)
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• Departure time: 12.30pm & 3pm
• Departure point: No. 8 Northumberland Av, London, WC2N 5BY
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• Wednesday to Sundays only.
• Departure Times: 1:45pm & 5:30pm
• Please note: . Children under 5 are not permitted on this experience
• Children aged 15 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult.
• The bus cannot wait for latecomers, passengers are requested to arrive at the boarding point 20 minutes prior the departure time. Our buses have to leave on the dot, no refunds will not be given in case of lateness. No boarding is allowed outside of the departure gate, late passengers are not allowed to catch the bus on route or attempt to jump on board.
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• Unfortunately, Brigit’s Bus are unable to cater for: nut-free, peanut-free, combination of dairy & gluten-free, combination of vegan & gluten-free and Coeliacs. Gluten-free menu may contain traces. Please specify requirements upon reservation.
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Have an afternoon to remember on-board a classic Routemaster bus through the heart of London.

This extra special afternoon tea experience will give you all the wonderful sights of London including Buckingham Palace, the London Eye and Westminster whilst offering you a selection of gorgeous treats as you drive through the very best of the city.

Indulge in the scrumptious sandwiches, delicious cakes and pastries, and wash it all down with the quintessentially British tradition of high tea. Sit back and relax as you enjoy the exquisite tastes of France whilst discovering one of the most famous cities in the world!

Take in views of St James’s Palace, the historic National History Museum, the fascinating Victoria and Albert Museum and much more.

Perfect for all the family, with friends or as a romantic treat for your partner, this afternoon tea with a twist is a beautiful experience that shouldn’t be missed!

Daily departures from Victoria Coach Station, at 12pm , 2.30pm & 5pm and at 12.30pm & 3pm from Northumberland Avenue (Charing Cross).

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Paddington Bear Afternoon Tea Bus Tour

Brigit's Bakery has launched Paddington Afternoon Tea Bus Tour - the perfect London experience for little ones and grownups. Join Paddington adventurous tour throughout some of the most iconic sights of London in a vintage double-decker bus whilst enjoying fresh and delicious sandwiches and cakes.

On arrival, you’ll be warmly welcomed and board the bus ahead of your 1 hour 45-minute tour. Your taste buds will be treated to a selection of sandwiches, cakes and freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam. Pair your food with your choice of drinks from the selection including hot chocolate, coffee, tea and water. Taking in the best views of London, you’ll pass iconic sights like Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, St. Paul's Cathedral and much more. Each table comes with a special built-in screen featuring Paddington-guided animation with the beloved bear himself and Mrs Bird.

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Operates Wednesday to Sundays only at 1:45pm & 5:30pm, from Northumberland Avenue (Charing Cross).

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Inclustions afternoon tea recorded guide commentary exclusions gratuities.

The Grand Tour (Orange route): This route passes Madame Tussauds and Kings Cross, as well as many other Central London sights.

The Pick Up/Drop Off Route (Yellow route): Operating in the morning, this route travels from the popular hotel districts to Central London.

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Bus Tour FAQs

How can i purchase tickets for your bus tours.

• Online booking from: bus.b-bakery.com
• Via email: [email protected]
• By phone: 020 3026 1188 (Open 9am-5pm Monday-Friday)

What payment types are accepted?

• All major credit and debit cards including American Express
• Please call for group rates

Is booking in advance required?

Yes, you must book in advance, as seats may not be available at the door before departure.

Will the bus wait if I am late?

The bus cannot wait for latecomers, passengers are requested to arrive at the boarding point 20 minutes prior the departure time. Our buses have to leave on the dot, refunds will not be given in case of lateness. No boarding is allowed outside of the departure gate, late passengers are not allowed to catch the bus on route or attempt to jump on board.

Is there a toilet on-board?

No, there is no toilet on board our buses. There are public toilets at Victoria Coach Station, which you can use prior to boarding the bus. There are no public toilets at the Trafalgar Square or Somerset House departure points.

There is a toilet on-board the Official Peppa Pig Bus, which is for children only in an emergency.

What days do we operate?

Ours bus tours operate every day and are subject to seasonal demand. Please check the website or call us to check for availability.

What are the tour times?

We have daily tours departing at: 12:00 . 12:30 . 14:30 . 15:00 . 17:00 Fri, Sat & Sun we have additional tours at: 13:00 . 15:30 For evening tours please check online for availability. Our themed tour times vary. Please check our website for individual tour times, dates and availability.

How long is the bus tour?

Our bus tours last for approximately 80 minutes. This depends on traffic and timings are out of our control, so please be flexible with your schedule for after the tour!

Where does the bus depart from?

We have three departure points. All buses leave and return to the same point. Please refer to our Bus Routes & Departure Points page for further information. Please also check individual tours for the departure point. The departure point will be shown on our online booking site and the time of reserving your seat.

TRAFALGAR 12:30 & 15:00 No8 Northumberland Avenue. Outside the GRAND HOTEL, opposite the Sherlock Holmes Pub.

VICTORIA 12:00 . 13:00 . 14:30 . 15:30 . 17:00 Victoria Coach Station, Enter the Station and go to Gate 0.

SOMERSET Evening Tours / Official Peppa Pig Tours The bus lane on Victoria Embankment by Somerset House entrance.

Is the bus wheelchair accessible?

To allow a great experience for all wheelchair users, we modified the bottom level of one of our Routemaster buses to add a ramp. The conversion is the first of its kind in a 1960 classic vehicle. And, we believe, it's a real step forward for the inclusivity and accessibility of private event transport in London.

Our adaptations allow for one wheelchair to be fully secured and strapped in (facing forward) at Table 4. We also have an option to comfortably accommodate two additional wheelchair users. This is as long as the passengers can transfer to a table seat. We can accommodate the additional customers at Tables 1, 2, or 4 and store wheelchairs on board for the duration of the tour.

Our accessible bus is not visible via our online booking system at the moment. If you wish to book one of our tours, please fill in this form or call our booking team on 020 3026 1188 and let us know about your preferred date and time from the following options:

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Are the bus tours suitable for children?

Yes, our bus tours are suitable for children over five years of age.

Brigit’s Classic and Themed Bus Tours are not suitable for young children and babies. Children under five years old are not permitted on these bus tours. There is a discounted rate for 5-11 year olds.

The Official Peppa Pig Bus Tour is suitable for children aged 2 and older. There is a discounted rate for 2-11 year olds. Photographic ID might be asked to be shown to confirm the children’s age.

The Gin Lovers Bus Tour is for over 18 only.

I would love to book a Peppa bus tour – why is it only for over 5’s?

We accept children from 2 years old on board our Peppa Pig afternoon tea bus tour. We do not accept children under 5 years old on board our Classic afternoon tea bus tours, so please make sure you select the right tour. You should always see the Peppa Pig icon when selecting your tour and bear in mind that our Peppa Pig tours are always departing from Somerset House by Victoria Embankment at 12:15, 14:45 and occasionally 17:30, any other tour is not the Peppa Pig afternoon tea bus tour.

Do you allow babies on board?

We do not allow babies on board. We only allow children from 2 years of age on our Peppa Pig afternoon tea bus tours and children from 5 years old for the Classic afternoon tea bus tours. Our Gin tours are Adult only.

What’s the alcohol policy?

Alcohol is pre-sold only. No alcohol can be purchased on-board the bus. You must book your alcoholic beverages in advance whilst booking online or over the phone. Brigit’s follows a Challenge 25 Policy. ID is required. No refunds will be given if no photographic ID is shown.

I’ve booked a tour what time do we have to be there?

We would advise you to arrive at the departure location with 15 to 20 minutes in advance for the boarding process.

Do you provide gluten free / vegetarian / nut free / dairy free / vegan options?

We offer traditional, vegan, vegetarian, halal and gluten-free afternoon teas to suit all. Unfortunately, we are NOT nut or peanut free. Please specify upon booking or call us/email if you would like to change it at least two days before the event. Please note that whilst gluten free flour and ingredients are used and great care is taken, the food is prepared in the same kitchen as the standard menu so for those with coeliac disease we cannot provide a 100% guarantee that the food will be gluten free.

Are group bookings available?

Group bookings are available. You can hire out the top or bottom floor for groups of 20 and 12 respectively. It’s also possible to hire out the entire bus. Please call us on 020 3026 1188 and one of the team will be able to advise you.

Is the bus available for private hire?

Yes, you can find out more about hiring a bus in our Private Hire section. We create bespoke packages for your specific requirements. Alternatively, please call us on 020 3026 1188 and one of the team will be able to advise you.

What is your refund policy?

For individuals

We require full payment of the bill in order to ensure the booking.

• If you cancel within 24 hours of booking, we will give you a full refund minus the Cancellation Fee (£10 per person). (known as the cool down period)
• If you cancel more than 24 hours after booking, we will not refund any of your fare. You may prefer to change your tour instead.
• Changing fee of £22.5 per person for tours within 2 weeks of change request.
• Changing fee of £10 per person for tours further than 2 weeks from change request.

For Groups (+ 10 people)

We require a 50% down payment of the total bill in order to ensure the booking which is non-refundable.

2 weeks prior your booking we require the full payment which is non-refundable.

What happens if the bus breaks down or Brigit’s have to cancel a tour?

As we are operating a 1960 Routemaster bus we reserve the right to cancel or suspend a tour if required and with no prior notice. If this were to happen, we would offer you a place on another tour, free of charge, subject to availability.

If an issue arises due to mechanical reasons, we will try our best to replace the bus within 60 minutes. If unsuccessful, we would offer you a place on another tour, free of charge, subject to availability.

Our tour was cancelled can you tell me if a refund will be given?

You can check our terms and conditions here:

https://b-bakery.com/london/plan/terms-conditions

What I should know before boarding the bus?

• Please read and understand our Terms & Conditions.
• Brigit’s Bus Tours take no responsibility for items left on the bus.
• Personal items are carried at the owner’s risk and the Brigit’s Bus can take no responsibility for items damaged or lost.
• Smoking is not permitted on the bus.
• You must keep the lid on hot drinks at all times.
• Brigit’s Afternoon Tea Ltd is not responsible for any damage caused by the infringement of the rules.

I have sent an urgent email how long do you take to respond?

Please email us at [email protected] and one our booking department assistants will contact you as soon as possible during office hours.

Which safety measures have been put in place for social distancing?

In accordance with the Public Health England (PHE) guidelines, we are excited to welcome you all back on board the Brigit’s Bakery Afternoon Tea Bus Tours very soon. The schedule of bus tours will be limited in the shorter term as the safety and peace of mind of our guests and staff remain our utmost priority. We have put in place some additional precautionary measures in line with the Health & Safety Executive (HSE):

• The bus tours will run at reduced capacity to comply with social distancing guidelines. Each party will be seated with the required distance from other guests.
• Staff will be wearing masks at all times. Guests will not be required to wear masks on board as we serve food and drink during the afternoon tea bus tours.
• Passengers are required to wear masks when boarding, but are permitted to remove them during the tour.
• Staff will be wearing disposable gloves.
• Hand sanitiser will be provided on board and all guests will be asked to sanitise their hands on entering and exiting the bus.
• As always, guests will be served their beverages in their own brand new reusable cup which they are encouraged to take home after the tour.
• Refills will be done one at a time to further reduce any potential risk for cross contamination across parties.
• The lead booker must have full contact details of each person in their booking for any potential contact tracing requirements.
• Guests will be boarded and seated on to the bus from the front to back, and will be asked to exit in reverse order from back to front in order to further minimise close contact between guests.

We will continue to take guidance from the HSE and PHE and implement any changes required.

We thank you for your understanding and ongoing support and look forward to seeing you soon.

I have tried to book and although it says there’s availability it won’t let me pick a table?

Sometimes, our tables may be attempted to be booked by multiple customers at the same time and therefore the table might show as available but you will not be able to proceed with the booking process. In this case, please contact our office team via phone during office hours at 020 3026 1188 or e-mail at [email protected] and they would be happy to assist you.

When are Virgin Experience vouchers valid for?

The Virgin vouchers have different validity depending on the tour. For Peppa these are valid for weekdays and weekends, Gin tours - weekdays and weekends and Classic tours Monday to Friday.

Please check the terms and conditions of your Virgin Experience voucher in order to avoid confusion.

Do you offer an NHS Discount?

Yes, we offer a 20% discount for NHS workers. Please send us a picture of your valid NHS card in order to apply the discount. You can email this to us at [email protected] . The discount is only applicable upon booking.

I’m trying to book Peppa tour can you please tell me when there’s availability?

You can call us at 020 3026 1188 or email at [email protected] and one of our colleagues will help you double check the availability.

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