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As the seasons change, retreat to roaring fires, exceptional dining and the quiet beauty of Dartmoor, all wrapped in the warmth of a country house stay.
The wild beauty of Dartmoor provides the perfect backdrop for dining at Gidleigh Park. Our chefs draw inspiration from the seasons and the exceptional produce of Devon to create refined dishes full of flavour and character. Enjoy a relaxed yet elegant dining experience where thoughtful hospitality, beautiful surroundings and outstanding cuisine come together.
Dining at Gidleigh Park
At Gidleigh Park, dining is more than a meal — it’s a thoughtful experience rooted in the seasons, the kitchen garden and the landscape that surrounds us. From refined tasting menus in our Michelin-starred setting to relaxed lunches with valley views, each dish is crafted with provenance, precision and a quiet sense of occasion. Savour the best of Devon’s produce, paired with warm hospitality and unforgettable flavour.
An Afternoon Well Spent
Served in elegant surroundings with views across gardens and valley, Afternoon Tea at Gidleigh Park is a moment to linger. Enjoy freshly baked scones, delicate pastries and carefully prepared savouries, thoughtfully crafted to reflect the season and setting.
Full Afternoon Tea £52
Champagne Afternoon Tea £75
Celebrate with Exceptional Food and Privacy
Some occasions call for an extra special touch. Gidleigh Park’s private dining experiences bring refined cuisine and exceptional service together in beautifully intimate rooms overlooking gardens, terrace or moorland.
Thursday 7th & Tuesday 19th May | 10am - 3pm
Join the gardens team for an exclusive tour of the estate, with a special focus on the enchanting Bluebell Wood. Begin your day with a welcome coffee, followed by a guided exploration of the estate’s most stunning features. Enjoy a delightful three-course lunch, complemented by a glass of wine. Guests will receive a notebook, a bluebell bulb, and pencils as thoughtful mementos of this unforgettable experience.
Thursday 11th June | 10am - 3pm
The Gidleigh Park estate team takes immense pride in its Kitchen Garden, and our talented culinary team champions the use of all its produce. our fork to fork garden tour & lunch commence with a welcome coffee, before embarking on a guided tour of the Kitchen Garden. Following this, savour a glass of wine and indulge in a delightful vegetarian three-course lunch crafted from the garden’s fresh vegetables and herbs. Finally, conclude with coffee and petits fours to round off the experience.
Executive Chef
At the helm of the kitchen at Gidleigh Park, Executive Chef Ian Webber brings a passion for exceptional ingredients, refined technique and seasonal creativity. Drawing inspiration from the rich larder of Devon and the surrounding Dartmoor landscape, Ian’s menus celebrate flavour, balance and elegant simplicity. His thoughtful approach to cooking reflects both a deep respect for tradition and a modern perspective on British cuisine, creating dining experiences that are both memorable and beautifully crafted.
Seasonal menus shaped by Devon’s larder, with thoughtful pairings and unhurried service.
Our Country House Menu reflects the heritage and warmth of Gidleigh Park, offering a relaxed selection of seasonal dishes served within our characterful lounges. Please note this is a sample menu and may vary with the seasons.
£12.50
Rye & Caraway sourdough
£16.50
Cured trout, sorrel, horseradish buttermilk
£18.50
Cider, garlic, tarragon
£17.50
Ham hock, poached egg, Old Winchester, mustard dressing
£24
Thyme, elderberry, hazelnut
£42
Lobster sauce, preserved fennel
£42
Wild mushrooms, winter vegetables, tarragon
£45
Peppercorn Sauce
£4.50
Butter
£7.50
£7.50
£7.50
Old Winchester, lemon, thyme
£7.50
Lemon, horseradish
£11.50
Geranium & lime leaf sorbet, butterscotch sauce
£11.50
Spiced plum sorbet, thyme
£11.50
Tarragon & sweet cicely sorbet
£18.50
Home-made crackers, seasonal chutney
£16.00
A choice of wholemeal or white bread, served with crisps & salad
Watercress
Cress
Pommery mustard mayonnaise, spinach
Seasonal chutney
Apricot, sausage herb mayonnaise
Dill, cream cheese
Our lunch menu, like our dinner offering, reflects the ever‑evolving landscape of the Teign and Dartmoor. It features a refined selection of seasonal dishes, thoughtfully prepared and served in our Restaurant.
Please note that this is a sample menu and may change in accordance with seasonal availability.
Crab apple, pine, hawthorn
Sorrel, chestnut, pickled chanterelle
Black winter truffle, old Winchester, three-cornered leek
Fermented wild greens, juniper, sloe
Sweet cicely, hibiscus
Our five-course dinner menu reflects the ever-evolving landscape of the Teign and Dartmoor, showcasing seasonal produce through carefully crafted dishes. Designed as a balanced and elegant journey, it offers a refined expression of flavour, place, and season.
Please note this is a sample menu and may vary with the seasons.
Crab apple, pine, hawthorn
Sorrel, chestnut
Juniper, sloe
Bilberry, myrtille
Medlar, sheep curd
Selection of Paxton and Whitfield cheeses, crackers, chutney (As an extra course £18.50 pp)
£6.50
Our seven-course dinner menu offers a more immersive exploration of our surrounding landscape and seasons. This extended tasting allows for greater depth and creativity, with each course thoughtfully composed to celebrate provenance, refinement, and sense of place. Please note this is a sample menu and is subject to seasonal variation.
Hand-dived scallop tartare, preserved elderflower Sandridge Barton, Dart Valley Reserve, Devon, 2023
Carrot, sea buckthorn Condrieu, Les Terraces de L’Empire, George Vernay, France, 2022
Jerusalem artichoke, hazelnut Sicilia, Al-Cantara, O’Scuru, Etna rosso DOC, Italy, 2021
Parsnip, liquorice, black garlic Château Batailley, 5ème Grand Cru Classe, France, 2017
Roast parsnip, ale vinegar, rosemary Nyetimber, Classic Cuvee, Sussex
Rose, dandelion
£6.50
Forced rhubarb, sorrel, woodruff, ginger Quady Winery, ‘Elysium’, California, 2023
£4
Avocado or Hummus dip, carrot, cucumber & cherry tomatoes
Chive mayonnaise
Sage & onion
£9.50
New potatoes & peas
Cheddar cheese & skinny fries
Mash, peas & gravy
Tomato sauce or Pesto, parmesan
£6
Toasted garlic flat bread
Croque monsieur
Sandwich bites
£3
£6
Two scoops of ice cream, strawberry or chocolate sauce (or both!) Choose: Hundreds & thousands, Marshmallows, Chocolate Drops, ‘Crackle crystal’ wafer
Chopped strawberries
Fudge & hot chocolate sauce
Berries & ice cream
Freshly sliced seasonal fruit
£3
Sliced fruit & mineral water
Apple, orange & beetroot
Fresh mint, pineapple juice & soda
Marshmallows & chocolate flakes
Blackcurrant or Elderflower or Orange
Afternoon Tea at Gidleigh Park is served daily in our lounges. Offering a refined selection of traditional sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and delicate pastries, all crafted with seasonal ingredients and presented in a beautifully tranquil setting. Please note this is a sample menu.
£52
Choice of tea blend or coffee, a selection of sandwiches, the chef’s savoury snacks, warm fruit and plain scones with clotted cream and jam, and a selection of our sweet treats and cakes.
A carefully curated and perfectly prepared hamper celebrating the best of British produce. Featuring cold meats, cheeses, bread, salad, sweet treats, and wine that can be enjoyed any time, day or night and anywhere within Gidleigh Park or out and about. Find a special spot on the lawn, get comfy in one of the lounges, lay out a spread in your room or even take it with you on your day trip around the Cotswolds.
£120
Our luxury hamper includes smoked salmon with lemon, a freshly baked in‑house loaf with butter, a locally sourced charcuterie selection, Paxton & Whitfield British cheeses with white fig confit, a homemade sausage roll, a mixed daily salad, seasonal fruitm the chef’s dessert and a bottle of red or white wine.
Enjoy a famous Gidleigh Park Afternoon Tea wherever you wish, with all the classic treats and your choice of tea or coffee kept warm in a flask, perfect for exploring the grounds, relaxing in the lounges, unwinding in your bedroom, or taking with you on a day trip. Hamper for Two £104 Nyetimber Hamper for Two £197 Price based on two people.
£20
A neatly prepared children’s hamper filled with tasty snacks, a sandwich, fruit and juice, perfect for taking on a daily adventure, enjoying in the gardens after a treasure hunt, or tucking into in the comfort of your room; it includes carrots, peppers and cherry tomatoes with houmous, Pipers crisps, a sausage roll, a smoked salmon sandwich on multigrain bread, a mixed fruit selection, a Granny Smith apple, and a gluten‑free fruit flapjack.
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Gidleigh Park
Chagford,
Devon
TQ13 8HH