About A is for Afternoon Tea

Fancy all things British? Join us for afternoon tea in Castle Hill’s English-inspired Great House with Curt DiCamillo, author of A British Country House Alphabet – the first volume in a trio of pictorial books highlighting the historical origins of British games, common phrases, architectural treasures, and traditions, including afternoon tea! Did you know that afternoon tea was popularized in England by the 7th Duchess of Bedford at Woburn Abbey?

Beginning at 2PM in the Great House Ballroom, our afternoon tea will include tea, sandwiches, pastries, and other sweets. During the tea, at approximately 2:30PM, Mr. DiCamillo will give an illustration-rich presentation showcasing some of the houses and stories in his book, followed by a book-signing. Copies of the book will be available for purchase from the Castle Hill Gift Shop – a perfect Mother’s Day gift for your favorite Anglophile!

Curt DiCamillo is an architectural historian and authority on the British country house, as well as the Curator of Fine Art for the New England Historic Genealogical Society in Boston. Mr. DiCamillo also leads scholarly architectural tours of Great Britain and maintains an award-winning database – The DiCamillo Companion to British & Irish Country Houses.

Advance reservations are required. Space is limited to 40 guests. Tickets are per person and include the tea, lecture, and signing. Tables seat 4 people. Parties less than 4 will be seated with other guests. Castle Hill staff will contact ticketholders about seating requests and dietary restrictions several weeks prior to the event.

Accessibility: A is for Afternoon Tea takes place entirely on the ground floor. A ramp at the back of the Great House provides wheelchair access.

Refunds/Exchanges: Refunds and/or Exchanges must be requested at least 7 days in advance. In the case of event cancellation, you will be notified via the email address used to register and fully refunded within 14 business days.

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