HIgh tea in Great Britain is a real tradition. It is a custom that originated with the 7th Duchess of Bedford in the 19th century. At that time, lunch was early and dinner very late: the Duchess got into the habit of taking tea between three and four o'clock in the afternoon, accompanied by a light meal.rnWhether to accompany a meal or simply for the need of a nice hot cup of tea, Pg Tips have been the companion of the British since 1930.