Surrounded by exquisitely landscaped grounds the grand and luxurious alexander house is a perfectly fitting place to indulge in the quintessentially british pastime of afternoon tea either take a pew in one of the hotels intimate lounges or dine alfresco in fine weather and choose from a selection of fine loose leaf teas from around the world tuck into finger sandwiches a selection of scones with jam and cream freshly prepared pastries and dainty desserts such as homemade macaroons and sea