Gravetye Manor
East Grinstead, United Kingdom




∗1 Star
The Experience
From Michelin Guide
This quintessential country house is surrounded by 35 acres of glorious gardens; it was, after all, once home to pioneering gardener William Robinson. Ornate ceilings and fireplaces feature in the beautiful lounges, while the restaurant sits within a striking contemporary extension. The kitchen garden provides the restaurant’s heartbeat, with the fruit (and veg) of its labours being used across the carefully executed dishes that appeal to both the taste buds and the eyes.
Unique Things
From Visitor Experiences
Historic Kitchen Garden
- Gravetye Manor features a one-acre walled kitchen garden that was originally created by William Robinson over a century ago, providing 95% of the fruits and vegetables used in the restaurant's dishes.
Recognized Globally
- The restaurant has been named among the top 1,000 best in the world by La Liste, which ranks establishments based on a comprehensive analysis of various sources, including environmental and social commitments.
Elegant Atmosphere with Flexible Dress Code
- While the restaurant encourages guests to dress elegantly, it maintains a flexible dress code, allowing diners to feel comfortable while still enjoying a refined dining experience.
Ingredient Stars
From Visitor Experiences
Signature Ingredients
- Gravetye's walled kitchen garden produce (fruits and vegetables): The foundational signature of Gravetye Manor's cooking is the on-site produce from the one-acre walled kitchen garden, created by William Robinson; this garden provides the driving force behind the inspiration and seasonality of Executive Chef Martin Carabott's menus. Sourcing: grown on-site within the Gravetye estate; Seasonality: dictates what is prepared as menus change with the seasons; Summer share: in the summer months, the garden supplies up to 95% of all fruits and vegetables used in the kitchen; Preparation: produce is selected and cooked to highlight freshness and the garden's character; Why special: embodies the estate-to-table philosophy and the deep connection between Gravetye's historic gardens and its Michelin-starred cooking.