Indulge in history whilst enjoying spectacular views over the River Thames and Big Ben.

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The Library

At County Hall

Step inside The Library and be transported back to the glitz and glamour of the roaring 1920s. Located in the Marriott Hotel County Hall, The Library décor features oak bookcases stacked with the classics and adorned with busts of literary and historical figures. Indulge in history whilst enjoying spectacular views over the River Thames and Big Ben.

Opening Hours
Monday 2:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday - Friday 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sunday 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Afternoon Tea

Selection of Cakes & Pastries

Mandarin and Prune Tart

Caramelised Milk Chocolate and Chestnut Slice

Matcha Tea and White Chocolate Macaron

Selection of Finger Sandwiches

London Cured Salmon, Caper Butter, Beetroot Bread

Beef Pastrami, Horseradish, Rye & Caraway Bread

Honey Cured Ham, Honey Mustard, Spinach Bread

Goat's Cheese, Caramelised Onion, Basil Bread

Cucumber, Cream Cheese, Dill, Wholemeal Bread

Selection of Homemade Scones

Plain Scones

Golden Raisins Sweet Scones

Served with Tiptree County Hall Strawberry Jam and Dorset Clotted Cream

Dinner

Starters

Slow Roasted Gloucestershire Old Spot Pork Belly

Red Cabbage, Crackling, Port Reduction

H. Forman & Son's Smoked Salmon Terrine

Devilled Quail Egg, Avocado, Rye Bread

Wild Mushroom & Smoked Lynburn Puff

Red onion, Crispy Leek, Herbs (V)

Pan Seared Wood Pigeon

Apple and Blackberry Pearl Barley, English Pancetta Crisp

Mains

Sticky Beef Short Rib

Yukon Gold Mashed, Glazed Baby Vegetables, Preserved Lemon

Curried Lamb Shoulder

Pickled Cauliflower, Cumin Sweet Potato, Heritage Carrot

Seafood Hot Pot

Smoked Haddock, King Prawns, Whelks, Brandy-Shellfish Broth

Stuffed Courgette Flower

Courgette Puree, Baked Beetroot, Toasted Granola (V)

Sides

Triple Cooked Chips

Creamed Spinach

Cauliflower and Truffle Bake

Tenderstem Brocolli, Toasted Almonds & Chilli

Desserts

Sticky Toffee Pudding

Clotted Cream Ice Cream

Black Forest Slice

Fresh Berries, Cream

Apple & Cinnamon Tart

Salted Caramel Ice Cream

Award Winning South of England Cheese

Tiptree Chutney, Artisan Biscuit

After Dinner

Graham's L.B.V. Port

Remy Martin VSOP Cognac

Buffalo Trace Bourbon

Port Charlotte Heavily Peated Whisky

Warner Edwards Rhubarb Gin

Mother's Day Afternoon Tea

Selection of Cakes & Pastries

Raspberry and White Chocolate Tart

Pistachio and Cinnamon Dark Chocolate Slice

Rose Lychee Macaron

Selection of Finger Sandwiches

London Cured Salmon, Caper Butter, Beetroot Bread

Beef Pastrami, Horseradish, Rye & Caraway Bread

Honey Cured Ham, Honey Mustard, Spinach Bread

Goat's Cheese, Caramelised Onion, Basil Bread

Cucumber, Cream Cheese, Dill, Wholemeal Bread

Selection of Scones

Lyburn Smoked Cheese and Basil

Served with Cream Cheese and Watercress spread

Candied Lemon and Orange Sweet Scones

Served with Tiptree County Hall Strawberry Jam and Dorset Clotted Cream

Traditional Afternoon Tea £50 per person ∣ Champagne Afternoon Tea £56 per person ∣ Free Flowing Champagne Afternoon tea £70 per person

Enjoy spectacular views over the River Thames and the Houses of Parliament

A hidden gem in one of the city's most vibrant areas

Mon-Fri 2pm - 4:30pm Sat-Sun 12pm - 4:30pm

Traditional Afternoon Tea Afternoon tea features; freshly prepared treats filled with reimagined classics, irresistible arrangements of cakes and fancies, as well as sweet and savoury scones served with seasonal jams and artisanal cheeses. Refreshing fine leaf teas, flutes of champagne and botanical gin cocktails compliment these dishes to perfection.

Tuesday to Saturday 6:00pm - 10:30pm

Dinner at The Library The unique setting of The Library invites for a dining experience featuring seasonal classics, ensuring the quintessentially British experience need not end. Relax over dinner whilst taking in the sun setting over the River Thames and Houses of Parliament with breathtaking views and savour some of the best seasonal British produce on offer.