Those of you who have read here for a while will know that if I was compiling a list of favourite things, both London and afternoon tea would make the cut. So when I was very kindly invited to enjoyed some scones, tea and champagne aboard one of the Thames Clippers boats that whizz along the Thames, I was oh-so-happy to say yes, please!
We boarded the boat in glorious sunshine at London Bridge Pier and set off for our hour long journey along the river. From the pier we headed west taking in so many London icons from our excellent vantage point on the river - the Shard, the London Eye, the Houses of Parliament. The company was charming, the tea delightful, and the views incredible.
I love the many different skyscrapers we get in London - the Walkie-Talkie, the Cheesegrater, the Gherkin...
The pier we boarded from was right next door to the HMS Belfast, which was looking resplendent in the summer sunshine.
The clippers are a familiar sight to those of us who live and work in London - I've taken them for short hops before, but this was my first opportunity to enjoy a cream tea!
I'm always happy to see scones. And champagne. Love the Boden dress I chose for our outing, too!
We sailed past Shakespeare's Globe...
...the London Eye...
...arcades filled with shoppers and café patrons...
...the impressive buildings of the Embankment...
...the Tate Modern (and we went far along the river to spot Tate Britain too!)...
...and the pomp (and scaffolding!) of Westminster.
All too soon our hour was up and we turned around to approach the pier ahead of disembarking - this afforded a great view of yet another London Landmark, Tower Bridge!
The cream tea cruise departs from London Bridge pier at 3.30pm and lasts for one hour. While aboard as well as taking in the views there's a guide telling you all about the things you are seeing. Prices start from £16.90 for the cream tea and sightseeing cruise or you can opt to upgrade to include a glass of Champagne. I'll certainly be adding to my list of things to do when family or friends come to visit town.
Thank you very much to the Thames Clippers team for inviting me, I had a marvellous time!
Disclaimer: As mentioned, I attended this as an invited guest and my tea and trip was complimentary. All views, snaps and words my own.
