You can’t go wrong with Afternoon Tea and its savoury sandwiches, piping hot tea and sweet treats but where are the best places to go in Oxfordshire?

With National Tea Day on April 21st (Sunday), there is perhaps no better time for a hearty cup of char.

So, with that in mind, we've rounded up the best eateries to help you spend more time stuffing your face with scones and less on the stressful organising.

Here are the top 5 coffee and tea shops in your area based on their Tripadvisor ratings and reviews:

Best places for tea in Oxfordshire according to Tripadvisor:

Yellow Submarine

Where: 12 Park End Street, Oxford OX1 1HH England.

Rating: 5 stars out of 174 reviews.

Review: "The staff was so lovely and kind. The warmness that came from the young woman behind the counter immediately put me at ease! I got a croissant and an iced americano and both were truly perfect. Seating is a bit scarce but while I was looking people made room for me. It was a stellar experience!"

Coffeesmith

Where: 1 Langdale Court, Witney OX28 6FG England

Rating: 4.5 stars out of 299 reviews.

Review: "We called in by chance as we passed and found this cosy little cafe with a wonderful selection of delicious cakes and snacks with charming and friendly staff, a perfect spot for a cuppa."

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Delice​

Where: 37A High Street, Witney OX28 6HP England

Rating: 4.5 stars out of 299 reviews.

Review: "We called in by chance as we passed and found this cosy little cafe with a wonderful selection of delicious cakes and snacks with charming and friendly staff, a perfect spot for a cuppa."

Colombia Coffee Roasters

Where: Market Street The Covered Market, Oxford OX1 3DY England

Rating: 4.5 stars out of 168 reviews.

Review: "I am a regular customer usually at the covered market. Great coffee and staff. I once ordered one coffee too few and the staff gave me the coffee and refused to take my payment despite being my mistake."

The Missing Bean

Where: 14 Turl Street, Oxford OX1 3DQ England

Rating: 4 stars out of 240 reviews.

Review: "Absolutely love love love the missing bean botley oxford, my husband and I are very fortunate to live close to this awesome coffee shop, amazing atmosphere and amazing coffee, the pastries are to die for and the service is perfect.

"A special thanks to Kyle, who is really cool, friendly and makes us feel so welcome, he's like a friend, we always look forward to visiting and can easily spend hours here. Missing bean botley is a must visit, awesome coffee, pastries and service, what's not to love."