One of the citys most prestigious places to take tea, the Lowry brings to mind a glittering cruise ship sailing down the winding River Irwell. Take a table on the balcony or in the emerald-hued suite inside and voyage through a sumptuous range of options from English breakfast tea to tiny sandwiches and pastries served on elegant, fashion forward glassware.
The Festive Afternoon Tea starts at £24 including finger sandwiches, cakes and pastries including a poached pear trifle, chocolate snowballs and a Christmas pudding bonbon.
Take your afternoon to the next level with Champagne afternoon tea (£35) including a chilled glass of selected champagne and chorizo cups with feta, mint and slow roast tomato and a Mont Blanc tartlet.