Fans of television’s David Walliams are in for a festive treat. The Britain’s Got Talent judge will be hosting a special Children’s afternoon tea at The Dorchester Hotel on Park Lane on 1st December, 2024.

David Walliams afternoon tea at The Dorchester

The visit coincides with the release of his new book, Super Sleuth, described as a ‘hilarious murder mystery’ for kids. Illustrated by Adam Stower, the book is released nationwide on 24th October.

Walliams will perform a special reading of the new book during afternoon tea service, and guests will have the opportunity to speak to him in person, as well as receive a special signed copy of the novel to take home.

What’s on the menu?

The Dorchester Afternoon Tea
The Dorchester’s afternoon tea

The festive afternoon tea is designed by The Dorchester’s award-winning pastry chef, Micheal Kwan, with a tier of seasonally themed sweet and savoury treats. Teas are courtesy of premium connoisseurs at JING. Tickets for the 1st December event are priced at £75 for children under 12 and £150 for adults, inclusive of festive afternoon tea. They can be reserved via email.

David Walliams is best known for his comedic work on the BBC series Little Britain and Come Fly With Me. Now an established author, the actor has sold over 37 million copies of his children’s books worldwide.

The Dorchester’s other Christmas endeavours for 2024 include a one-off dinner and concert with X-Factor winner Alexandra Burke on 19th November. Proceeds from both occasions will be donated to the hotel’s official charity partner, Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice.

Find out more about The Dorchester, London and about their festive offerings 

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