The Crown Club
The Crown Club at The Old Government House Hotel is the most stylish and relaxing rendezvous in all of Guernsey - the perfect spot to enjoy the company of friends and colleagues over a few drinks and a light meal. Created from the original 18th century Old Crown Offices it provides an intimate and flexible collection of inviting spaces that are perfect for a wide range of occasions and functions, including a glass-walled wine and whisky-tasting room.
The plush and cosy bar has a very traditional and opulent feel, with red leather banquette seating and a wealth of antique brass fittings. It offers an outstanding selection of premium whiskies and British gins, Champagne, vodkas and cognacs as well as cocktails, beers and fine wines, including signature vintages from our sister wine estate Bouchard Finlayson.
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We kindly request that you book online. This is the easiest and most efficient way to reserve your table and it displays our most up-to-date offers and availability. We are also able to accommodate requests and make arrangements for special occasions through our online booking system.
Should you have any further queries, please contact us on diningrb@rchmail.com
Opening hours
Monday - Friday & Sunday: 12 noon - 5pm
Saturdays: 12 noon - 6pm
Dress code: Smart casual. We respectfully ask guests to refrain from wearing sportswear, flip-flops, and non-tailored shorts. Guest not adhering to the dress code policy will not be permitted entry into our restaurants and bars.
Our Afternoon Teas
Winter Wonderland Afternoon Tea
Indulge in the festive version of our award-winning Afternoon Tea. Our Executive Pastry Chef Sarah Houghting, who was a finalist in 2021 Bake Off: The Professionals, incorporates fresh twists in a festive journey that pays respect to this long-standing English tradition. The experience includes bottomless mulled wine and if you're dining on Christmas Day, enjoy a glass of Champagne.
Price: £65 per adult, £19 per child (under 12 years old)
Christmas Day: £79.50 per adult, £45 per child aged 12 - 17, £19 per child under 12 years old
Available: 15th November - 2nd January
Royal Afternoon Tea opposite Buckingham Palace
Our delicious Afternoon Tea features mouth-watering pastries that were heavily influenced by the House of Windsor, and especially inspired by Her Majesty the Queen.
Delicious vegetarian, vegan, halal and gluten-free alternatives are available.
Price: £45 per person
With Champagne: £62 per person
£69 per person (Vegan)
Bottomless Champagne Afternoon Tea
Enjoy an exceptional Bottomless Champagne Afternoon Tea in our Palace Lounge, overlooking the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace.
Delicious vegetarian, vegan, halal and gluten-free alternatives are available.
Price: £75 per person
Maximum seating time: 1.5 hours
Gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan & halal afternoon tea
We will be delighted to accommodate your Afternoon Tea with any special dietary restrictions that you and your guests may have.
If requested, we will ensure no nuts in the Afternoon Tea offering – however, our food is produced in an environment where nuts are used, therefore we cannot guarantee that our food is 100% free from nuts or nut traces.
Our Afternoon Tea is prepared fresh daily, therefore we request 24-hours notice for any allergies or dietary restrictions, including vegetarian, vegan, halal and gluten-free requests.
Childrens' Afternoon Tea
We believe everyone should enjoy Afternoon Tea, to suit every little prince and princess. Treats include freshly made bite-size sandwiches, freshly baked scones, selected pastries, and a choice of milkshake, hot chocolate, tea or soft drink. If you are staying with us, children can have their own Master Chef Experience in the art of pastry making. Available for children under the age of 12 years.
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Something sweet for the whole family
Afternoon Tea parties
Popular for celebrations, especially for those catching up with friends, hosting a baby shower, birthday, or bridal showers. We are pleased to welcome groups of 10 guests or more between 12 noon and 5pm for £45 per person or for a Champagne Afternoon Tea for £60 per person.
We will allocate one of our private dining rooms to your group (room hire fees applicable). If you would like to enjoy Afternoon Tea in The Palace Lounge or The English Grill, you must be a smaller group, limited to 8/9 guests.
Golden Tips Tea
Enjoy our freshly baked scones, pastries and finger sandwiches alongside Ceylon Golden Tips, in partnership with specialist tea merchants PMD Tea.
With white-glove service, this delicate tea is weighed with precision at The Rubens using golden scales; each tip is placed into the silver teapot individually with golden tweezers. The tea, which is showcased in a mahogany box lined with velvet, is infused with still mineral water to produce an extraordinary liquor and a smooth, light and mellow texture, with hints of fruity notes.
Offer: Purchase our Golden Tips voucher for £500 for two people, which includes a bottle of Lanson Champagne (750ml) that will be sabred at your table.
The Golden Tips Experience
This truly unique experience includes a Royal Afternoon Tea stand for two and a bottle of Lanson Champagne, sabred at your table.
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