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A unique location on the Thames in Reading
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28/10/2026

Christmas Carol 🎄 🎁

6 Dec 2026 (Sun)
12:00nn - 2:00pm
2:30pm - 4:30pm

13 Dec 2026 (Sun)
12:00nn - 2:00pm
2:30pm - 4:30pm

We're pleased to announce that our beloved Lesley will be coming to the Tea Barge for the Christmas afternoon high tea with fun carols on two Sunday (6th & 13th) in December 2026! There are two times available 12:00noon & 2:30pm.

Come and enjoy a delicious Whittington's afternoon tea, sandwiches, homemade scones, cakes and tea/coffee, have a laugh with Lesley and her fun quirky carols. Two hours of high tea and fun is just £38/head and you can bring your own booze.

Christmas hats and jumpers are not obligatory, but you can always give us a laugh and wear one.

Booking early is essential. To book please complete the form below:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1goUOh61qgAk2AiPnWrcVBHS2cK99nEeedwbkPfuLO14/edit?chromeless=1

Spaces go quickly for this fun event and it is suitable for all ages.

27/10/2026

Opening Hours: 30th Oct – 1st Nov 2026

Friday, 30th Oct | 10:30am – 4:30pm
Cha Chaan Teng Day — Advance booking is highly recommended!

Saturday, 31st Oct | 10:30am – 4:30pm
Open as usual for your favourite weekend treats!

Sunday, 1st Nov | 10:30am – 4:30pm
Open as usual for your favourite weekend treats!

Stop by for a cosy riverside cuppa, a slice of homemade cake, or our famous scones served with plenty of jam and cream.

We look forward to welcoming you by the water!

20/10/2026

Opening Hours: 23rd – 25th Oct 2026

Friday, 23rd Oct | 10:30am – 4:30pm
Cha Chaan Teng Day — Advance booking is highly recommended!

Saturday, 24th Oct | 10:30am – 4:30pm
Open as usual for your favourite weekend treats!

Sunday, 25th Oct | 10:30am – 4:30pm
Open as usual for your favourite weekend treats!

Stop by for a cosy riverside cuppa, a slice of homemade cake, or our famous scones served with plenty of jam and cream.

We look forward to welcoming you by the water!

13/10/2026

Opening Hours: 16th – 18th Oct 2026

Friday, 16th Oct | 10:30am – 4:30pm
Cha Chaan Teng Day — Advance booking is highly recommended!

Saturday, 17th Oct | 10:30am – 2:00pm
Closing earlier for an afternoon tea river cruise!

Sunday, 18th Oct | 10:30am – 3:00pm
Closing earlier for an afternoon tea river cruise!

Stop by for a cosy riverside cuppa, a slice of homemade cake, or our famous scones served with plenty of jam and cream.

We look forward to welcoming you by the water!

07/10/2026

Opening Hours: 9th - 11th Oct 2026

Friday, 9th Oct | 10:30am – 4:30pm
Cha Chaan Teng Day — Advance booking is highly recommended!

Saturday, 10th Oct | 10:30am – 4:30pm
Open as usual for your favourite weekend treats!

Sunday, 11th Oct | 10:30am – 4:30pm
Open as usual + Special One-Day Pop-Up! 🌸 𝐢𝐃𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 🌸

We’re thrilled to host on the riverside from 𝟏𝟐:𝟎𝟎𝐩𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝟑:𝟎𝟎𝐩𝐦 for their 𝐢𝐃𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠. All are welcome to stop by!

Would you like this beautifully designed rotating coffee cup? Come over to Whittington's Tea Barge and enjoy a piping hot coffee!

29/09/2026

Opening Hours: 2nd – 4th Oct 2026

Friday, 2nd Oct | 10:30am – 4:30pm
Cha Chaan Teng Day — Advance booking is highly recommended!

Saturday, 3rd Oct | 10:30am – 3:00pm
Closing earlier for an afternoon tea river cruise!

Sunday, 4th Oct | 10:30am – 2:00pm
Please note: From 2:00pm onwards, seating is restricted to riverside tables due to a private event on board.

Stop by for a cosy riverside cuppa, a slice of homemade cake, or our famous scones served with plenty of jam and cream.

We look forward to welcoming you by the water!

22/09/2026

Opening Hours: 25th – 27th Sept 2026

Friday, 25th Sept | 10:30am – 4:30pm [Mid Autumn Festival! 中秋佳節! ]
Cha Chaan Teng Day — Advance booking is highly recommended!

Saturday, 26th Sept | 10:30am – 4:30pm
Open as usual for your favourite weekend treats!

Sunday, 27th Sept | 10:30am – 4:30pm
Open as usual for your favourite weekend treats!

Stop by for a cosy riverside cuppa, a slice of homemade cake, or our famous scones served with plenty of jam and cream.

We look forward to welcoming you by the water!

16/09/2026

🎉 We did it together! 🎉

We are beyond thrilled to announce that we’ve been awarded the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award for 2026! 🏆✨

This award is based directly on reviews, ratings, and feedback from travelers around the world—which means this milestone belongs to you, our incredible community.

To every single guest who took the time to leave a review, visit us, or share a kind word: THANK YOU! ❤️ Your continuous love and support truly mean the world to our team.

While we’re taking a moment to celebrate, this is only the beginning. We’re more committed than ever to raising the bar, creating unforgettable experiences, and making every visit even better than the last. 🌟

Here’s to many more memories together!

15/09/2026

Opening Hours: 18th – 20th Sept 2026

Friday, 18th Sept | 10:30am – 4:30pm
Cha Chaan Teng Day — Advance booking is highly recommended!

Saturday, 19th Sept | 10:30am – 12:30pm
Morning session only (closing early for afternoon tea river cruises).

Sunday, 20th Sept | 10:30am – 4:30pm
Open as usual for your favourite weekend treats!

Stop by for a cosy riverside cuppa, a slice of homemade cake, or our famous scones served with plenty of jam and cream.

We look forward to welcoming you by the water!

Address

River Thames Hill's Meadows George Street
Reading
RG48DH

Telephone

+447778787308

Website

https://www.whittingtons-teabarge.co.uk/

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