Charles joined us after gaining experience at Petrus by Marcus Wareing, Per Se (at the time rated the best restaurant in New York, rated 10th in the world), Kitchen Table, Fera at Claridges, and most recently the Michelin-Starred Alyn Williams at The Westbury. His initial break came when, spotting Gordon Ramsay at a food festival, he asked him for a job.
Charles, a Lancastrian, says that he started to take cooking seriously at the age of 14 and confesses to an obsession with the sourcing of ingredients, something that may have been instilled from childhood market visits with his great grandfather to buy fresh black pudding, smoked herrings, beetroots and damsons.
Charles relishes the opportunities that Lords of the Manor’s rural setting offers and says that he simply aims to follow the seasons and to stay in touch with what is happening outside the kitchen in terms of producers and suppliers.
Set in 8 acres of lawns and grandiose gardens, this 25-bedroom hotel dates back to 1649 and the honey-coloured stone of the manor instantly evokes nostalgia for decadent pastimes – without compromising on modern comforts. Lords of the Manor is the perfect destination for guests looking for a truly enchanting getaway.
They are a 4 Red Star AA ‘Inspector’s Choice’ listed and 4 AA Rosette, also Good Food Guide listed. Whether you opt for lunch, dinner or afternoon tea, their winning Country House hotel atmosphere and sensational service ensures critically acclaimed dining.
Lords of the Manor, the finest dog friendly Cotswolds hotel, also welcome guests and their four-legged friends with open arms!