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- English
- French
Savor a delightful afternoon tea experience at the Château du Petit Thouars, a family estate built in 1423 and in the same family since 1636. Explore the picturesque grounds featuring an ancient dovecote and lush vines before indulging in an exquisite tea service in the beautifully adorned dining room, complete with stunning historic artwork. This exquisite gathering offers a taste of aristocratic life with high-quality tea from importers Georges Cannon or fresh-brewed coffee, accompanied by cucumber sandwiches and sweet treats such as local fruit tarts or macaroons (according to the season). An unforgettable moment awaits in this enchanting French château setting.
- Enjoy afternoon tea/coffee hosted by the Countess du Petit Thouars
- Explore the scenic château grounds with highlights like the ancient dovecote
- Indulge in high-quality tea, cucumber sandwiches, and seasonal sweets
- Experience a taste of aristocratic life in a historic dining room adorned with exquisite paintings
Example Menu
Main
Afternoon Teas
Beautiful teas from French tea importer Georges Cannon.
Main
Cucumber sandwiches
It's not tea without delicious and dainty cucumber sandwiches.
Dessert
Lovely desserts
In summer you will have a lovely fruit tart, if it's winter you will have delicious macaroons. If you have a preference for one please let us know!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
After turning off the main road (the D751) you will see large black gates between two roads, enter the gates here, drive up the path and park beside the château. Walk into the inner courtyard and we will meet you there!
What to expect
Take a short walk with the Countess du Petit Thouars to visit an ancient dovecote and see the vineyard, then back to the castle for afternoon tea in the historic dining room.
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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