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We are very proud of our review in The Times, some great scores. A big thanks to Sean Newsom for visiting us and for such a glowing round-up. Thank you … Read more →

Connor’s Masterclasses have rightly gained a good reputation and the queue is growing.  The next masterclass will cover how to prepare and cook game.  Perfect timing as it’s right in … Read more →

Join us for this exciting beer tasting dinner with the award winning Head Brewer, Matt Brown from Twice Brewed Brew Co. For those of you who don’t know Twice Brewed … Read more →

Crafting a delicious cocktail requires skill and technique. During this class we will provide you with the tools and guidance to create great cocktails. The class covers four cocktails and … Read more →

We were delighted to welcome Louisa Clutterbuck and Leon Challis-Davies to The Kirkstyle, to create their debut ‘Behind the Apron Culinary Conversation’.  During his interview with Louisa Connor talks about … Read more →

Here Head Chef, Connor Wilson, tells the tale of his Lamb, Morel, Green Asparagus, Wild Garlic dish from the Tasting Menu.  He describes how he embraces the nose to tail … Read more →

We are utterly delighted and very proud to be national finalists in not one but two categories in the 2024 Great British Pub Awards.  This is great recognition of the … Read more →

In series seven of The Story Behind the Dish Head Chef, Connor Wilson describes his Fresh Cheese Croustade, English Peas, Game Dressing dish from the Tasting Menu.  This dish combines … Read more →

Join us for our ‘Giro d’Italia’ journey through the bold and exciting wine regions of Italy. Our friends from Maisons Marques et Domaines will talk you through seven illustrious titles, … Read more →

In series six of The Story Behind the Dish Head Chef Connor Wilson, describes his Choux Craquelin, Praline Cream, Guanaja Chocolate Cremaux Espresso Ice Cream dish from the Main Menu.  … Read more →

Series five of The Story Behind the Dish finds Head Chef Connor Wilson, describing his Hake, Leek Cannelloni, Braised Leek and Dulce Beurre Blanc dish from the Main Menu.  A … Read more →

Welcome to series four of The Story Behind the Dish.  In this series, our talented Head Chef, Connor Wilson, talks you through his Beetroot, Rhubarb, Brown Butter dessert from the … Read more →

Welcome to the third in the series of The Story Behind the Dish.  This time, our talented Head Chef, Connor Wilson, talks you through his Barbecued Beetroot, Smoked Sour Cream … Read more →

Welcome to the second series of The Story Behind the Dish where our wonderful Head Chef, Connor Wilson, explains the philosophy and inspiration behind Venison Tartare, Fermented Bilberry, Salt Baked … Read more →

The Story behind the Dish is a series of videos where our Head Chef, Connor Wilson, explains a dish, the philosophy behind it and what inspired him to create the … Read more →

We are so proud to top and tail Grace Dent’s round up of her favourite restaurants 2023.  Big thank you Grace! ‘Where chefs let their freak flag fly’: Grace Dent’s … Read more →

We are chuffed to be included in The Good Food Guide’s choice of Britain’s cosiest pubs.  We think you’ll agree, we are in very good company!  Please click here to … Read more →

We are so very proud to be recognised by Michelin, as one of their Favourite New Restaurants, showcasing high quality cooking across a range of styles and budgets.  We along … Read more →

The AA paid us a visit this month and we are proud to say that they have awarded us an AA Five Star rating with an “Inn” designator.  This is … Read more →

We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded two AA Rosettes.  A very respectable accolade, and so well-deserved by Head Chef, Connor, and his team in the kitchen.  … Read more →

We were of course excited and at the same time apprehensive when we noticed ‘the’ Grace Dent, acclaimed food critic, had booked to dine with us.  Her flattering review of … Read more →

We are utterly delighted to be included in the prestigious Good Food Guide’s Britain’s 100 Best Local Restaurants 2023. It’s an honour to be in such good company alongside some … Read more →

Spirits were high and so was the adrenalin at the Inter-pub Quoits tournament on Sunday 9th July, when The Kirkstyle Inn and Sportsman’s Rest took on The Wallace Arms .  … Read more →