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Afternoon tea is always a treat, but at this time of year, Manchester's offerings are more special than ever.

The luxury four star hotel that is King Street Townhouse has pulled out all the stops for this year's Festive Afternoon Tea, which features all kinds of culinary delights.

We were among the first to sample the menu when it launched earlier this month as part of its 10th anniversary celebrations.

Served inside the hotel's cosy Afternoon Tea Lounge, which has been given its own subtle festive glow, it's described as 'a contemporary twist on Christmas nostalgia', with savoury and sweet treats 'crafted to delight the senses'.

As soon as it arrived, with a full plate of sandwiches each and a beautifully arranged three-tiered display of desserts to share, we knew we we

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