Somerset – Exmoor Food Fest

The 800-year history of Croydon Hall near Minehead in a nutshell

Croydon Hall near Minehead is taking part in the Exmoor Food Fest for the very first time this year. The venue was purchased and extensively renovated and refurbished by Jeremy Millins in 2020 during Lockdown. The plan for the hotel is simple: to share the glorious setting, to welcome diners to the restaurant, families andContinue reading “The 800-year history of Croydon Hall near Minehead in a nutshell”

Discover Croydon Hall

Whilst many of us were working from home during the pandemic, serial entrepreneur Jeremy Millins from the Pure Group saw Croydon Hall for sale online in April 2020 and snapped it up. Despite unprecedented and challenging conditions of renovating a country house hotel and estate during lockdown, Jeremy, his partner and 85-year-old mum, Pam, movedContinue reading “Discover Croydon Hall”

Impressions from the launch at the Farmers Arms last night

Here is a selection of photos taken last night at the launch dinner at the Farmers Arms. It was a brilliant evening, with beautiful food, smiling guests and happy chefs. William Sitwell, Masterchef judge, author, Telegraph columnist and local supper club host, introduced all the chefs and their dishes.

Croydon Hall is open for bookings

We are delighted to be taking part in this year’s Exmoor Food Fest, celebrating the Taste of Exmoor. Somerset born chef Andrew Pavey will be cooking up a storm at Croydon Hall with a specially designed menu throughout the February half term. Whilst passionate about patisserie, he enjoys every section of the kitchen, citing thatContinue reading “Croydon Hall is open for bookings”

The Farmers Arms in Combe Florey are open for bookings

Literally risen from the ashes after a fire destroyed the original building dating back to the 15th century in January 2017, the Farmers Arms in Coggins Lane in Combe Florey is now a busy traditional pub with a modern twist where great pride is taken in serving outstanding food. A charcoal fired Josper oven inContinue reading “The Farmers Arms in Combe Florey are open for bookings”

Check out the ExFF menu at the Royal Oak Inn Luxborough

The Royal Oak Inn has been at the heart of the pretty village of Luxborough for over 600 years and still to this day retains most of the building’s original features. Inside you’ll find the original flagstone and cobblestone flooring, coupled with rugged stone walls and open beams – giving the inn unrivalled character andContinue reading “Check out the ExFF menu at the Royal Oak Inn Luxborough”

Masterchef Judge William Sitwell opens 2023 Exmoor Food Fest

A celebratory dinner launches the 8th Exmoor Food Fest! Chefs from across Exmoor are joining the team at the Farmers Arms in Combe Florey on 25 January 2023 to launch this year’s Exmoor Food Fest. The Exmoor Food Fest, which was launched in 2015, runs throughout February across the region: Participating restaurants will be offeringContinue reading “Masterchef Judge William Sitwell opens 2023 Exmoor Food Fest”

Welcome to Tim Zekki at Duende, Wiveliscombe

Tim Zekki is chef patron of Duende restaurant in Wiveliscombe, Somerset. Tim first started to cook at his father’s restaurant in Cyprus, where he inherited a love of foraging, pickling and preserving from his grandmother.He developed his skills in restaurants in London, and his love of fine ingredients led him to open and run twoContinue reading “Welcome to Tim Zekki at Duende, Wiveliscombe”

Welcome to the Royal Oak of Luxborough

Welcome to The Royal Oak Inn, Withypool

For over 300 years, the Royal Oak Inn at Withypool has been renowned for providing comfortable rooms and delicious food. Located on the beautiful village of Withypool in the heart of Exmoor, it is the ideal base from which to explore the moors. Under new family management, The Royal Oak was refurbished in May 2019Continue reading “Welcome to The Royal Oak Inn, Withypool”