The Buckingham – Royal Tea Party Package

Afternoon Tea Fit for Royalty

Inspired by the famous Buckingham Palace Garden Parties, this package brings a touch of regal tradition to your event. Perfect for company celebrations, client welcomes, birthdays, or showers where you want to impress.

The Buckingham is a lighter version of our Belgravia full afternoon tea.

Your guests are welcomed with a sparkling toast – a beautiful moment whether you choose to bring Champagne or prosecco, or opt for our elegant non-alcoholic alternative. If you’d like to include a sparkling welcome drink, simply supply your preferred bottle and our TABC-certified staff will handle the glassware, pouring and presentation.

We offer a choice of up to three teas from our selection of seasonal, decaf, and herbal varieties.

We present tiered stands filled with tea sandwiches and freshly baked scones served with jam and clotted cream, along with your choice of dessert.

Priced from $55 per person (inc. tax) / Minimum 10 people. Requires minimum 90 minute set-up time.

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Terms

Bookings & Guest Count

Please make your booking at least two weeks in advance. 

A minimum of 10 guests is required for all tea parties and tea blending experiences. The host is responsible for the cost of the minimum guest count, regardless of any cancellations.

Final guest count must be confirmed no later than 7 days prior to your event. This number will be used for staffing, catering, and invoicing purposes.

A 50% non-refundable retainer is required to secure your reservation. The remaining balance will be invoiced 7 days prior to your event.

What the Retainer Covers
A non-refundable retainer is required to secure your event date and time. Once received, we begin the planning and preparation process, including reserving inventory, staffing, and coordinating with vendors where applicable. As this work begins immediately and the date is held exclusively for you, the retainer is non-refundable.

Party Duration

Tea parties include up to two hours of service time, not including set-up and clear down. If you’d like to extend the duration, just let us know in advance so we can plan and price accordingly.

For events held at a venue, it is the host’s responsibility to ensure the booking allows enough time for both set-up and clean-up.

Tea blending experiences require an hour of set-up and 30 minutes for clear down.

Set-Up & Clear-Down

Our service includes the full set-up of your tables with china, linens, and décor, as well as clearing and packing down at the end of the event.

Set-up and clear-down fees are based on guest count:

• Up to 10 guests – $75
• Up to 14 guests – $100
• 15+ guests – $150
• 25+ guests – $200
• 35+ guests – $250

If you’re planning a larger or more complex event, we’re happy to provide a custom quote.

Tea-Mates (Event Staffing)

Our trained tea-mates are here to make your event seamless by assisting with set-up, service, and support throughout the event.

• A minimum of 2 hours of service is required.
• Tea-mates are billed at $40/hour per person.
• For events with more than 14 guests, at least one tea-mate is required for the duration of the event.
• For 20+ guests, we may recommend additional staff for optimal service.

Travel Fees

We bring the tea to you! Travel within 25 miles of our home base in Austin, TX (78704) is included.
For locations beyond 25 miles, a travel fee of $1 per mile (round trip) applies for each additional mile.

Payment & Sales Tax

• All pricing is subject to 8.25% Texas sales tax.
• Preferred payment methods: Zelle or Venmo.
• Full payment is due by the day of the event, unless otherwise arranged.
• Late payments may incur a 5% fee per week past due.

Cancellations & Rescheduling

• The retainer is non-refundable, but we understand that plans can change.
• If you need to reschedule, we’ll do our best to accommodate you within 3 months of the original date, subject to availability.
• Cancellations made less than 7 days before the event (unless weather related) are subject to full payment of the remaining balance.

Weather Conditions (Safety & Cancellations)

Weather Conditions & Safety
The Truly Terrific Tea Co. reserves the right to cancel or postpone an event if weather conditions (including but not limited to ice, freezing rain, snow, flooding, or unsafe road conditions) present a safety risk to our team, vendors, or guests. The decision to cancel for safety reasons will be made in coordination with the Client.

Retainer & Rescheduling
In the event of a weather-related cancellation initiated by the Client or The Truly Terrific Tea Co., the Client’s non-refundable retainer will be applied as a credit toward rescheduling the event within twelve (12) months, subject to availability. Refunds are only issued at the discretion of The Truly Terrific Tea Co.

Kitchen Access

Venue (private home, Airbnb, event venue, outdoor space) must include a kitchen with:

A functioning sink with running water, for food-safe hand washing and rinsing of service items during the event.

Clear counter or table space for prep and staging.

Access to a working refrigerator and oven is preferred and improves menu flexibility, but is not required. Where refrigerator space is unavailable, Truly Terrific Tea Co. will provide coolers for cold storage; where oven access is unavailable, all items will be prepared fully off-site and transported ready to serve.

Outdoor Events & Extreme Heat

Outdoor events are welcome year-round, subject to the requirements below. Given Central Texas summers, these apply with particular importance May through September.

For any outdoor event, the client confirms the venue will provide, at time of load-in:

Continuous shade over the full service and guest-seating area (tent, canopy, covered patio, or equivalent) – no direct sun exposure for the buffet table, tea service, or seating.

Adequate airflow (fans, misting, or genuinely open-air ventilation) to keep dairy-based items at a safe serving temperature for the duration of service.

Where a pre-event site visit has not been possible, the client is responsible for confirming these conditions accurately.

Allergies & Dietary Restrictions

We’re happy to accommodate dietary needs whenever possible. Please notify us of any allergies or restrictions at least 7 days in advance. Truly Terrific Tea Co. is not liable for reactions arising from undisclosed allergies or dietary restrictions.
Note: Our kitchen is not allergen-free, and we cannot guarantee the absence of cross-contamination.

Alcohol Service 

Truly Terrific Tea Co. does not supply or purchase alcohol. For packages with a sparkling welcome element, the client is responsible for supplying their own Champagne, prosecco, or preferred beverage prior to the event. Our TABC-certified staff will serve responsibly on your behalf. By booking, the client accepts responsibility for the provision of alcohol and compliance with any venue requirements regarding its service.

Photos & Promotion

We occasionally photograph our events for marketing purposes. If you prefer not to have your event or guests photographed, just let us know in advance.

Full Terms & Custom Details

Customised terms, including menu selections, décor themes, and event timeline, will be discussed and finalised during your consultation.