Make sure you are not late for a very important date as an Alice in Wonderland-themed afternoon tea is launching at a Norwich venue.

The magical tea, inspired by Lewis Carroll's whimsical world, will be on offer at The Assembly House in Theatre Street from January 9 until March 18 2023 from midday, with last bookings from 3.30pm.

Guests at the Mad Hatter's tea party will enjoy a colourful feast, starting with a little "Drink Me" bottle. 

Norwich Evening News: The Alice in Wonderland afternoon tea is packed with surprises. The Alice in Wonderland afternoon tea is packed with surprises. (Image: Steve Adams)

There will be plenty of surprises along the way, including a golden pocket watch macaron and a carrot cake with a disappearing rabbit.

The savouries include playing card cheese biscuits, dainty finger sandwiches and Tweedledum and Tweedledee scones - one cheese and one fruit. 

There will be menus for vegetarians, vegans, dairy-free and gluten-free diners.

Norwich Evening News: The Assembly House chef director Richard Hughes. The Assembly House chef director Richard Hughes. (Image: Steve Adams)

It costs £27.95 per person and £16.95 for under 12s. 

The theme running over the festive season is The Nutcracker and chef director Richard Hughes and his team have been serving up to 400 teas a day.