Connect with tea.
tinyteahouse offers a range of immersive tea experiences for groups, teams and organisations - at your home, workplace or off-site venue.
For individuals, our regular public tea events in Oxford connect you with the vibrant culture of tea.
From guided tea tastings and Matcha masterclasses to tea meditation workshops - our experiences are inclusive, accessible and open to all.
Curious about a tea event for your team or group? Get in touch today.
tea experiences
group tea tastings
Whether you are a group of tea lovers or a corporate team looking to connect at your off-site event - our tea tastings are accessible, fun and tailored to your interests.
We lead you through a tasting of hand-picked seasonal teas each with a fascinating origin story.
Teas are brewed and served in handcrafted tea ware - with specific pots for each type of tea.
Tastings are tailored to your group size, budget and purpose.
group tea workshops
Our tea workshops are designed to help connect you with tea and with others.
Our most popular formats include our Matcha Masterclass; Mindful Movement & Tea Meditation; and Tea Connect where guests learn to serve tea to each other as an act of hospitality, fellowship and connection.
bespoke experiences
We are always happy to create a bespoke tea experience for your group, team or event.
We specialise in planning and facilitating inclusive, accessible and welcoming experiences.
Just connect with your idea and we will work with you to create a memorable and meaningful experience for you.
About
James Thirlwall - aka tinyteahouse - is a UKTA-certified tea sommelier and psychology graduate who offers tea experiences that explore tea culture, social history, mindfulness and the sensory arts.
With a decade of experience as a Chinese medicine practitioner and meditation teacher, James founded tinyteahouse to facilitate tea gatherings rooted in fellowship and quiet contemplation.
His approach is human-centric ensuring every session—from tea meditation workshops to guided tea tastings - is immersive, accessible and engaging for all who attend.
As the Head of Customer Experience for Canton Tea - the UK’s leading independent tea company- James’s expertise has shaped the tea programs of some of world’s most prestigious hotels, spas and restaurants.
An Oxford resident, James regularly works with local arts and cultural organisations such as Braziers Park, Irving Gallery and Magdalen Road Studios.
He is known for his grounded, playful and sensitive facilitation style that turns a room of strangers into a community of "tea friends”.