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At Claridge's your wish is their command and you control the pacing of your tea service. You will also have no trouble obtaining a cab as te doorman will be happy to do that for you. I'm staying at Claridge's right now, and the old saying is true: when I die I don't want to go to heaven, I just want to come back here! You'll be fine on the timing. here
Allow twenty minutes for the cab ride down.
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The average afternoon tea lasts about an hour and a half, however if you factor in the length of the taxi ride, queuing at the theatre and enough time for a pre-show drink you're probably just about right with two and a half hours. [links]
Cabs may not be plentiful if, e.g. it's a Friday or raining [links]
The British are known for their love of tea, scones and cake, so as the tea room capital of the world, London must live up to some high expectations. Alongside its grand, sophisticated afternoon tea establishments, the capital has a range of smaller, quainter and infinitely more charming tea rooms – perfect spots for sitting with a book and a homemade treat on a cold winter afternoon, or for indulging in a little luxury with a group of friends. more
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