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The Williamsburg Inn invites guests to its Holiday Afternoon Tea on December 10, featuring holiday-themed teas served with Churchill Tea China. Enjoy seasonal treats and optional champagne upgrades. Additionally, a performance by Gerald Dickens will take place on December 3, showcasing ‘A Christmas Carol.’ Reservations are required for both events as part of the Inn’s initiative to promote holiday traditions and community engagement.
Williamsburg, VA – The Williamsburg Inn is set to host its highly anticipated Holiday Afternoon Tea on December 10, 2024, from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm, inviting guests to indulge in a festive experience featuring holiday-themed teas and elegant service.
This year’s Holiday Afternoon Tea will be served with the refinement of Churchill Tea China and includes a variety of seasonal delights. Guests can savor delicate scones, an assortment of seasonal tea sandwiches, pastries, and both sweet and savory treats. To enhance the celebration, optional upgrades such as a glass of French champagne or sparkling cider are available, adding a festive touch to the gathering.
To participate, visitors must make a prepaid reservation, with taxes and gratuity added at the time of purchase. For further inquiries and to secure reservations, guests are encouraged to visit the hotel’s official website.
In addition to the Holiday Afternoon Tea, the Williamsburg Inn will also host a special performance by Gerald Dickens, the great-great-grandson of Charles Dickens, on December 3, 2024, from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm. This one-man performance of the classic tale A Christmas Carol will capture the hearts of attendees, offering a unique storytelling experience.
Guests attending the performance can enjoy the Inn’s signature White Christmas Blend Tea alongside a selection of seasonal treats, which includes stollen scones, delicate tea sandwiches, and holiday sweets. Reservations are required for this event as well, and it is open to the general public.
The Williamsburg Inn, located at 1313 Jamestown Rd, #105, operates Monday to Friday from 10 am to 4 pm. These events are part of the Inn’s effort to engage the community and encourage participation in cherished holiday traditions.
Additionally, the Williamsburg Inn provides weekly eNewsletters, including “The Burg Weekender” on Thursdays and “The Burg Weekly” on Sundays, which give insight into local events and activities, further enhancing the community’s connection to the holiday season.
Overall, the Holiday Afternoon Tea and Gerald Dickens performance aim to create a sense of joy and festive spirit, beckoning families and friends to come together and celebrate this beautiful time of year.
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