{"id":58856,"date":"2026-01-22T14:01:35","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T13:01:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thefamilygrapevine.co.uk\/midsussex\/?p=58856"},"modified":"2026-01-22T14:03:31","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T13:03:31","slug":"a-spoonful-of-honey-and-a-century-of-stories-the-hunny-pot-afternoon-tea-arrives-at-ashdown-park-hotel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thefamilygrapevine.co.uk\/midsussex\/2026\/01\/22\/a-spoonful-of-honey-and-a-century-of-stories-the-hunny-pot-afternoon-tea-arrives-at-ashdown-park-hotel\/","title":{"rendered":"A spoonful of honey and a century of stories: The Hunny Pot Afternoon Tea arrives at Ashdown Park Hotel"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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The Hunny Pot Afternoon Tea arrives at Ashdown Park Hotel \u2013 from \u00a338 pp with Elite Hotels<\/strong><\/h5>

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Set on the edge of the enchanting Ashdown Forest in East Sussex, Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club<\/strong>, part of Elite Hotels<\/a><\/u><\/strong> \u2013 a privately-owned collection of three distinctive hotels in the UK – is marking the 100th anniversary of Winnie-the-Pooh<\/strong>\u00a0with a year-long programme that brings literary heritage vividly to life. As the real-world inspiration for the Hundred Acre Wood, the forest invites families to wander the same rolling hills and ancient paths that sparked A.A. Milne\u2019s timeless tales of Pooh, Piglet, Tigger and Eeyore. More than just a walk in the woods, a visit to Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club feels like stepping into a storybook, blending literary nostalgia, outdoor discovery, and luxurious comfort into an experience that delights all ages. Highlights of the newly-launched\u00a0Hunny Pot Afternoon Tea<\/a><\/u><\/strong> include Honey & Orange Cake with Whipped Cream Cheese Icing<\/em>, Chocolate & Honeycomb Choux<\/em>, and an array of woodland picnic sandwiches –\u00a0such as Honey-Roasted Ham with Homemade Chutney<\/em>. Classic favourites,\u00a0such as honey and fruit scones with clotted cream,\u00a0sit alongside playful creations like The Woozle Cheese & Ham Bake<\/em>, Honey-Glazed Apple & Pork Sausage Rolls<\/em>, and Bear\u2019s Tasty Delights. <\/em>Perfect for families and Pooh fans alike, it\u2019s a charming, honey-sweet journey for every taste (inspired by the original stories, not affiliated with Disney). Prices are from \u00a338 per adult and \u00a316 per child, running until 30th<\/sup> November 2026. More information can be found on the website<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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