Sail into Christmas with a Festive Afternoon Tea at Fingal

A unique seasonal treat awaits you aboard Fingal, Edinburgh’s five-star floating hotel, as it unveils its five-course Festive Afternoon Tea experience. Available from November 20 to January 4, this luxe afternoon tea combines Fingal’s Art Deco elegance with the finest seasonal flavours in the Lighthouse Restaurant and Bar.

Expect exceptionally delicious savoury bites like Gressingham duck sausage rolls with red currant jelly, Loch Linnhe salmon rillette and a turkey and cranberry brioche bun, along with sweet delights like tiny gingerbread houses (complete with mini gingerbread men), Santa approved coconut macarons and a ridiculously delightful Matcha Christmas Tree-shaped cake with yuzu and vanilla mousseline. Each of these exquisitely created dishes, layered on Fingal’s afternoon tea stands, beautifully capture the festive spirit in a refined, nautically inspired setting, making it the ultimate way to indulge in holiday magic.

Priced at £70 per person, with a Champagne option at £85, Fingal’s afternoon tea is a festive experience designed to delight the senses, complete with sea views and private dining booths for a truly immersive experience. Perfectly situated near the Port of Leith tram stop, Want to make a night of it? Fingal also offers 22 luxury cabins inspired by Scotland’s maritime history, allowing guests to extend their stay in true style.

Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are also available. For reservations and more information, visit fingal.co.uk.