Draft only — do not publish yet. Current details verified against Brigit’s Bakery on 29 August 2026. Recheck prices, times, menus and access information before publishing.
Overview
Brigit’s Bakery is running a limited The Cat in the Hat Afternoon Tea Bus Tour in London from 14 November to 31 December 2026. The 90-minute experience combines a themed afternoon tea, playful onboard activities and a sightseeing route through central London, with Christmas lights included from mid-November.
Dates, Times & Departure
- Dates: 14 November–31 December 2026
- Daily departures: 1:00pm, 3:30pm and 6:00pm
- Departure: Northumberland Avenue, outside the Corinthia Hotel, 10 Northumberland Avenue, London WC2N 5AP
- Duration: approximately 90 minutes, traffic depending
- Age: 4+
- Prices from: £50 adult / £42 child; prices vary by date, time and seat selection
What’s Included
- A 90-minute Routemaster sightseeing tour through central London
- Cat in the Hat-inspired afternoon tea with sweet and savoury treats
- Games, activities and playful onboard entertainment
- Tea, coffee or hot chocolate, with optional paid sparkling drinks
- Traditional, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal menu options
- Limited-edition Cat in the Hat travel cup to take home
- Takeaway boxes for unfinished food
- London Christmas lights on relevant dates
London Sights
The advertised route includes major landmarks such as Whitehall, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park Corner, Harrods, the V&A, Natural History Museum, Science Museum, Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Palace, Marble Arch, Mayfair, Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square. Christmas-light highlights include Regent Street and festive central London displays.
Family Practical Information
- Children and babies under 4 are not permitted on standard bookings.
- There is no toilet or changing facility on board.
- Guests should arrive 15–20 minutes before departure.
- No standing or walking is permitted while the bus is moving.
- The classic Routemaster does not have seatbelts.
- The tour does not stop for guests to get off during the route.
Food, Allergies & Dietary Requirements
Brigit’s lists traditional, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options, but there are important limitations. The operator says it cannot cater for nut-free or peanut-free diets, combined dairy-and-gluten-free or vegan-and-gluten-free requirements, or Coeliacs; gluten-free food may contain traces. Allergies must be emailed and confirmed with Brigit’s Bakery. Dietary requests should be made at least 72 hours in advance.
Accessibility & SEN Planning
This needs a final accessibility check before publication. Because guests must remain seated for around 90 minutes, there is no standard onboard toilet, and the tour uses a classic Routemaster, families may want to consider sensory, mobility and toileting needs before booking. Do not assume wheelchair accessibility from Brigit’s other bus products.
Clarissa’s Corner Note
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Booking
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More London Days Out
For more themed afternoon tea experiences, see our Brigit’s Bakery London Bus Tours & Afternoon Tea Experiences guide.
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