Indulge in our delightful High Tea menu at the stunning Rippon Lea Estate.
This high tea experience is set amidst the beautiful green gardens in the grand Ballroom. It includes an array of delicious small bites, fluffy finger sandwiches, croque monsieur, hot savoury items, including our famous margherita arancini with basil aioli, sweet desserts, and homemade lemonade scones matched with caramelised pineapple and lemon myrtle curd, strawberry gum jam and vanilla cream.
You can also enjoy a complimentary glass of sparkling Mumm upon arrival, unlimited Tea Drop tea, and Allpress coffee in the grand Rippon Lea Estate Ballroom or by the Pool Terrace (weather dependent).
In case you’d like to continue with bubbles, wine, or cocktails, a bar is available. Please note that they accept eftpos only. You can also take a self-guided tour around the beautiful gardens as admission is included, making it a perfect day out. Additionally, a tour of the mansion can be arranged when you arrive at Rippon Lea Estate.
This is the perfect occasion to indulge in excellent food, wine, and quality time with your loved ones and friends.
Price
Adult – $89pp + booking fee
Teen (13-17 years) – $69pp + booking fee
Child (2-12 years) – $39pp + booking fee
Menu
*includes teens between 13-17 years
Sandwich
- Heirloom tomato and cream cheese, balsamic, cucumber sandwich (V, NF)
- Poached free range chicken sandwich chive mayonnaise (NF, DF)
Savoury
- Prawn cocktail tart, marie rose, cucumber, cos (NF, DF, GF)
- Pea and feta tart with za’atar spiced honey (GF, NF, V)
- Beetroot arancini, goat cheese, fried sage (GF, NF, V)
Sweet
- Vanilla cheesecake, citrus gin salad (NF, V)
- Red velvet cake, guava gel, white chocolate shaving (NF, V)
- Chocolate and mint tart, white chocolate and mint soil (NF, V)
Scones
Homemade lemonade scones, lemon myrtle curd, strawberry gum jam, vanilla cream
Kids (12 and under)
- Smoked ham, swiss cheese sandwich, multigrain, mustard mayonnaise, oak lettuce (NF)
- Hot jam donut, cinnamon sugar, raspberry jam (V, NF)
- Red velvet cake, guava gel, white chocolate shaving (NF, V)
- Beef sausage roll, tomato relish (NF)
- Homemade lemonade scones, lemon myrtle curd, strawberry gum jam, vanilla cream
Vegetarian Menu
Sandwich
- Heirloom tomato and cream cheese, balsamic, cucumber sandwich (V, NF)
- Cucumber ribbon sandwich, lemon and dill cream cheese (NF, V)
- Mini falafel burger, tzatziki, onion, tomato, pickles (NF, V)
Savoury
- Curried egg tart, cucumber, cos, parsley (NF, V)
- Pea and feta tart with za’atar spiced honey (GF, NF, V)
- Beetroot arancini, goat cheese, fried sage (GF, NF, V)
Sweet
- Vanilla cheesecake, citrus gin salad (NF, V)
- Red velvet cake, guava gel, white chocolate shaving (NF, V)
- Chocolate and mint tart, white chocolate and mint soil (NF, V)
Scones
Homemade lemonade scones, lemon myrtle curd, strawberry gum jam, vanilla cream
*all menu items are subject to changes according to seasonality and availability.
Beverages
- Complementary glass of Penfolds Champagne on arrival
- Free-flowing Tea Drop tea and filtered coffee.
- Bar menu available on the day
Dietary Requirements
We can cater to most dietary requirements if given advance notice. It is essential that you advise us at the time of booking if you or your guests have any special dietary requirements. We cannot guarantee that dietary requirements can be catered for if not notified 72 hours prior to dining.
Seating Arrangements
High tea is held both indoors and outdoors . If you have a seating preference, please indicate at the time of check-out. Please note, we will do our best to accommodate your request, but it may not always be possible based on the weather and availabilities.
Joint Bookings
During the checkout process, there will be a designated area where you can leave comments or additional instructions. Simply mention in that section that you would like to join specific bookings or provide any relevant details.
Cancellation and No Shows
Ticket to high tea at Rippon Lea Estate are non-refundable in the case of cancellation due to change of mind (including errors when making bookings online and changes in personal circumstances), reductions in the number of guests dining or in the event of a no-show.
Changes in Booking
Any requests for date changes must be made with at least 72 hours’ notice; strictly no exception. Transfer fee applies.
Parking
There is no on-site parking. If you have mobility issues that make offsite parking challenging, please email [email protected] to arrange suitable access. Note that a disability sticker is required. To ensure we can accommodate your request, we recommend providing 72 hours’ notice.
Garden Access
You are welcome to wander the gardens at your own leisure during Rippon Lea Estate’s business hours.
Mansion Tour
Yes – entry to the Rippon Lea Estate mansion requires a separate ticket, which can be purchased on arrival. If you’d like to explore the mansion before or after your High Tea, you’re welcome to buy a tour ticket at the gate on the day.
Beverages for purchase
Beverages will be available to purchase on the day. Please note cash is not accepted.
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For more information contact the Showtime Event Team at [email protected] or (03) 9682 1777.
