Guide to gluten-free afternoon tea in London

Charming Bloomsbury hotel The Montague on the Gardens is set in an appealing townhouse. You can stay in one of the rooms or visit for afternoon tea, with a gluten-free selection available. The tea room is elegant and plush with a classic feel. You can also go all-out with a bottomless food and champagne option.

The Lanesborough is a luxury hotel but you can also visit just for afternoon tea, served in opulent surroundings. At weekends afternoon tea is accompanied by live piano music. As well as the classic afternoon tea, there are vegetarian and vegan versions and a gluten-free version. Afternoon tea for children is also available here.

Visit The Rosebery for an award-winning afternoon tea. In modern and lavish surroundings you can sample a number of seasonal afternoon tea menus, including a gluten-free option with sandwiches, scones, and delicate pastries. Drinks pairings are also available if you want to make the experience even more special.

Have your afternoon tea in a distinctive vintage-inspired environment at The Doll's House on the Hill. This cutesy place in Harrow is bright and bustling, serving breakfast and lunch as well as afternoon tea. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets can be catered for – just let them know what you need when you book.

Modern Soho tea room and bakery Cutter & Squidge serves up all-natural signature sweet treats. Afternoon tea is served at this vibrant venue, and there's a wheat-free selection of sandwiches, savoury bites, scones, and desserts, served with tea and with the option to add a glass of prosecco. Veggie, vegan, and signature menus are also available.

Enjoy afternoon tea at Brigit's Bakery's site in Covent Garden or make it more memorable with an afternoon tea tour on a double decker bus. The vibe is unashamedly pink and girly and there are various afternoon tea trips to choose. A range of dietary needs are catered for and there's a gluten-free afternoon tea selection available.

Based in the heart of Piccadilly, The Wolseley gives you the experience of a grand European café. Combine that with an English tradition here by visiting for afternoon tea. A gluten-free version can be prepared if you request it at the point of booking. Gift vouchers for tea here are also available.

At four star hotel The Chesterfield Mayfair you get warm and personalised service. This luxury venue does a unique take on afternoon tea. A range of dietary needs are catered for, with veggie, vegan, halal, and gluten-free options available. Expect sandwiches, creative cakes and pastries, scones, and a fun atmosphere.

Visit famous department store Fortnum & Mason and The Diamond Jubilee Tea Salon for a varied choice of afternoon tea and high tea menus. This refined tea room offers a luxury experience. A gluten-free menu is available with finger sandwiches, plain and fruit scones, and cakes and treats. You can also add on a cocktail.

You won't want to miss Betty Blythe if you're a vintage fan. This appealing West London café is full of vintage style and specialises in afternoon tea, including private tea parties where you're free to raid the dressing-up box. A number of menus are available and a homemade gluten-free selection is available on request.

Creative and Instagrammable venue Sketch serves afternoon tea in The Gallery. This warm Art Deco space was once famously pink but is now enhanced with artwork by Yinka Shonibare. The venue wants to be inclusive and has developed allergen-free afternoon tea menus that are suitable if you're gluten-intolerant. Add champagne or English sparkling wine to make it more special.

Head to upscale department store Harrods to visit the Tea Rooms. Afternoon tea is served in an Art Deco space with live piano music. Menus are seasonal and vegetarian and gluten-free options are available. Champagne and cocktails are also served here to make your afternoon tea more memorable.

The Ampersand Hotel in South Kensington is a luxury destination. British design and eccentricity are apparent in all the spaces here. Two different themed afternoon teas are offered – a Jurassic theme or one inspired by the nearby Science Museum. Both of these unique teas include gluten-free selections of savouries, pastries, and scones.

Savour an English tradition in a relaxed environment at The St Ermin's Tea Lounge. The setting is stylish with original Rococo plasterwork. Afternoon tea here includes sandwiches, sweet treats, and freshly-baked scones, and there's a gluten-free menu available. There's also a vegan option and afternoon tea for kids is available on request.

Enjoy afternoon tea with friendly felines at Whisker & Cream, a cat café in Holloway Road. Nine rescue cats with distinctive personalities live here and you can hang out with them whilst you enjoy a treat in the modern venue. There are several afternoon tea options including a gluten-free version with a selection of sandwiches, scones, and cakes. 

Everything about The Egerton House Hotel says luxury. Set in a grand Georgian townhouse, you can book a room here or visit just for afternoon tea. Enjoy tea here in the cosy drawing room. The menu can be adapted to be gluten-free, vegan, or vegetarian if you request this in advance.

Overlooking Green Park, The Athenaeum is a refined hotel that offers a sophisticated and indulgent afternoon tea. Both sweet and savoury selections are available and the venue caters for a number of dietary requirements, including gluten-free, veggie, and vegan options. You can expect sandwiches, homemade cakes and pastries, and scones.

You can really indulge with afternoon tea at The Ritz. Served in ornate and luxurious surroundings, you can enjoy tea accompanied by live piano music. As well as the classic menu, allergen-free options are served including a gluten-free afternoon tea. Tea for children is also available here, served with decaffeinated tea.

Vegan restaurant Holy Carrot focuses on mindfully preparing dishes using ethical and seasonal ingredients. The chic interior has a rustic look and you can enjoy food here all day, including afternoon tea. The entire afternoon tea is free from gluten and refined sugar, and includes various sweet and savoury nibbles.