In the 11th century, monks in Tavistock Abbey in Devon would traditionally serve bread with clotted cream and strawberry preserves to their visitors. This simple offering is often seen as an early form of the cream tea. However, historical records also suggest that Cornwall has a strong claim to the cream tea, with some sources tracing it back to the county’s mining heritage.

 

The Cornish version of the cream tea typically involves splitting a freshly baked scone, and then spreading it generously with local clotted cream and strawberry jam. The Devonshire variation, on the other hand, usually features the cream on top of the jam. These subtle differences in serving style have led to a friendly rivalry between the two regions.

 

Wales, too, has its own take on the cream tea with its own unique twist – Welsh Cakes. These sweet, griddle-baked cakes are often served with jam and cream, adding a Welsh touch to this classic British treat.

 

But regardless of its exact origins, the cream tea has become a cherished tradition throughout the UK, celebrated for its combination of warm scones, rich clotted cream, and sweet preserves. The one thing that remains certain is the delight in savouring this delicious and timeless delicacy and that's where Game of Scones comes into play in being able to provide all things quintiessentially "Cream/Afternoon Tea