The Queen's Platinum Jubilee is just around the corner and what better way to get you in the swing of things than enjoying a terribly British afternoon tea?
Cucumber sandwiches with the crusts cut off, Victoria sponge cake, scones with jam and clotted cream, all washed down with a lovely pot of tea - items which, naturally, should be consumed with your little finger raised at all times.
If you want to raise a cuppa to the Queen, or you just feel like treating yourself to a tower of tasty treats, we've turned to Tripadvisor to find the best places serving up the traditional fare, according to reviews left by the people who have been there.
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Best places for afternoon tea in Falmouth
Koffiji Cafe Bar Falmouth
Where: 12 Tidemill House Discovery Quay Events Square, Falmouth, TR11 3XP
Tripadvisor rating: 5/5
Starting off with a five-star establishment on Tripadvisor we have Koffiji Cafe Bar Falmouth.
Koffiji's cakes, particularly its lemon cake, and sandwiches have received high praise.
Out of its 110 reviews, 98 have been rated as 'Excellent' on its TripAdvisor page.
One reviewer wrote in December last year: "Had an amazing Christmas afternoon tea at Koffiji, accompanied with mulled wine, tea and coffee. There was so much lovely food including freshly made finger sandwiches, savoury snacks, scones with jam and cream and lots of cakes. Definitely recommend this cafe."
The Four-Teas Tearoom
Where: 13-14 Webber Street A Curious Hall, Falmouth, TR11 3AU
Tripadvisor rating: 4/5
Next up is the Four-Teas Tearoom over on Webber Street, which has a distinct British wartime theme in its decor, and have earnt praise for its cream teas and cooked breakfasts.
Out of its 10 reviews, six of them have been rated as 'Excellent' on its Tripadvisor page.
One reviewer wrote: "Afternoon tea at the Four Teas Tearoom was a lovely way to spend a sunny afternoon in Falmouth. We had the 'Vera Lynn' menu which consisted of delicious sandwiches, enormous scones with very generous dollops of clotted cream and jam, and beautiful cakes that tasted as good as they looked.
"Good value for money, we left feeling very pleasantly full, with leftover cakes in a box to take back with us, and a big smile."
Dolly's Tea Room & Wine Bar
Where: 21 Church Street, Falmouth, TR11 3EG
Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5
Another establishment with a retro theme makes it onto the list with Dolly's Tea room & Wine Bar over on Church Street.
Its scones and cakes have received much commendation from reviewers.
Out of its 352 reviews, 214 of them have been rated as 'Excellent' on its Tripadvisor page.
One reviewer wrote: "Popped in for a quick treat. The scones were warm and absolutely delicious with ample supply of jam and cream. I’d definitely go back for another!"
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Cavendish Coffee House
Where: 12 Market Street, Falmouth, TR11 3AE
TripAdvisor rating: 4.5/5
Finally, we arrive at Cavendish Coffee House over on Market Street, which offers freshly-cooked scones in its cream teas, and has received high praise for its service.
Out of its 319 reviews, 213 of them have been rated as 'Excellent' on its Tripadvisor page.
One reviewer wrote: "The staff at cavendish are always so bubbly and approachable. The cakes are amazing and everything is fairly priced. The interior is so inviting. It’s no wonder that it’s a local spot for many."
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