Step into the heart of Nottingham city centre with Debbie Bryan’s Afternoon Tea—offering a delicious selection of handcrafted sandwiches, scones, and sweet treats with options for every diet. Discover a unique culinary pause amid historic streets.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
No physical exertion necessary; suitable for all fitness levels
Wildlife
History
Nottingham’s city centre carries a legacy from the industrial revolution and is famous for its lace-making heritage.
Conservation
Efforts to promote sustainable local businesses help maintain Nottingham’s charming streets and minimize environmental impact.
Debbie Bryan
Step into the heart of Nottingham city centre with Debbie Bryan’s Afternoon Tea—offering a delicious selection of handcrafted sandwiches, scones, and sweet treats with options for every diet. Discover a unique culinary pause amid historic streets.
Debbie Bryan is a Nottingham-based creative studio and tea room specialising in hands-on craft workshops, knitting classes, and curated afternoon tea experiences. Located in the Lace Market district, the venue hosts a wide range of sessions for adults, teens and children, including knitting workshops (Intarsia, Gansey, Fair Isle, beginners), seasonal craft of the month sessions, plate and glass painting, wreath making, embroidery, candle painting, and clay play. Many sessions are led by experienced tutors and visiting specialists, including award-winning knitwear designer Tanya for advanced knitting workshops. The team at Debbie Bryan provides all materials, step-by-step instruction and a relaxed, social environment suitable for beginners through advanced makers. The on-site tea room offers more than twenty specialty teas alongside freshly prepared sandwiches, scones and cakes, and table reservations can be credited towards food and drink.
Regular seasonal offerings and themed events — such as Christmas wreath-making and monthly craft features — ensure a varied calendar for visitors and gift-bookings. The business emphasises careful preparation, small group sizes and a focus on craftsmanship to help attendees complete a memorable handmade keepsake. Debbie Bryan operates public craft sessions, private group bookings and children’s crafternoons designed for family-friendly creativity. The combination of practical tuition, hospitality and a central Nottingham location makes Debbie Bryan a reliable choice for those seeking creative days out, skill-building workshops, and memorable afternoon tea experiences. Bookings are available online and as gift vouchers, and the venue accommodates both individual learners and bespoke private events for groups of varied sizes comfortably.
Location
Nottingham, England
Based in the Lace Market district
Workshops
47 experiences
Knitting, crafts and seasonal classes
Tea Room
20+ specialty teas
Afternoon tea and scones available
Youth Sessions
Children & teen sessions
Creative classes for young guests
Reserve a spot for knitting classes, crafternoons or a Lace Market tea room experience — tickets and gift vouchers available online.
Book in Advance
This popular afternoon tea can sell out quickly, especially on weekends—reserve your spot early to guarantee availability.
Check Dietary Preferences
Menus cater to vegetarian, vegan, gluten-sensitive, and traditional preferences—specify yours when booking.
Arrive on Time
The experience is best enjoyed at a relaxed pace, so arriving promptly ensures full access to your booking window.
Combine with City Walk
Plan time before or after your tea to see Nottingham’s cultural highlights like the Old Market Square or Lace Market district.
Comfortable shoes
Ideal for walking to and from the venue and strolling Nottingham’s city centre.
Light jacket or umbrella
Spring weather can be changeable; stay prepared for showers.
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Warm layers
Cooler fall evenings mean layering up before and after your visit.
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Camera or smartphone
Capture the charming city sights around Debbie Bryan’s venue.