Queens Platinum Jubilee Afternoon Tea Cruise

River Thames Cruises have created a Afternoon Tea cruise to celebrate Queen Elizabeth's Golden Jubilee.

Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor was born on 21st April 1926 in Mayfair, London, the first child of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth.

Elizabeth was privately educated at home before serving her first public duties in the Auxiliary Territorial Service during WW2

In November 1947, Elizabeth married Philip Mountbatten. Philip and Elizabeth had four children; Charles - Prince of Wales, Anne - Princess Royal, Andrew - Duke of York and Prince Edward - Duke of Wessex.

On 6th February 1952, Elizabeth was on holiday in Kenya, where she was informed that her father King George VI had died and consequently Elizabeth's immediate accession to the throne. Despite the dealth of Queen Mary in 1953, the coronation of Queen Elizabeth went ahead as planned on 2nd June 1953. The ceremony in Westminster Abbey was televised for the first time. Queen Elizabeth II is the Queen of 16 out of the 53 Member States in the Commonweath, Head of the Commonweath and Supreme Governor of the Chruch of England.

Elizabeth is the Longest reigning British Monarch as well as the longerst serving female head of state in history.

Cruise details

This is the perfect way to celebrate this historic event in Central London, with a Special Royal Afternoon Tea fit for a Queen. Come along with your friends and family to celebrate this once in a lifetime journey that will take you away from the busy city life, past old and new landmarks including the Tower of London, HMS Belfast, the London Eye and the ever so famous London and Tower Bridges.

Boarding will take place from a Central London Pier, this is the perfect way to see London within the comfort of one of our cruise vessels, where you can see panoramic views from both the twin decks while enjoying a freshly prepared Royal Afternoon Tea. On the return trip to the pier, a full live commentary will be given byone of our Experienced tour guides who will poinrt out all the sites of London as well as providing a Royal commentary reaturing facts about HRH Queen Elizabeth's 70 year reign.

Cruise Highpoints Menu Schedule Timing Directions Notes

Cruise Highpoints

2.5 hr. Cruise

Westminster Pier Embarkation
Boat will be flagged up with Union and Saint Georges English flags
Fully Stocked Bar & Local Pub Prices
A set quality Royal Afternoon Tea on the Cruise
Tea and coffee available upon request
Royal Commentary Included
Shared seating
Twinned deck boat with outside areas
Fabulous views of London from the upper deck

Price £42.00 per Person

Selection of Finger Sandwiches
Freshly made Scones served with Jam and Clotted Cream
Assortment of mini cakes and sweet canapes
Homemade shortbread biscuits
Tea and Filtered Coffee