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Welcome to River Cottage! Since 1999, we’ve inspired millions with extraordinary cooking, led by Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall’s vision. Nestled on the stunning Devon-Dorset border, River Cottage HQ offers a range of culinary experiences, including our award-winning cookery school, exceptional dining, a delightful Kitchen & Store, and beautiful settings for weddings and corporate events.

Join us in celebrating seasonal, local, organic, and wild produce as we share our commitment to food integrity and the SLOW ethos. Each year, tens of thousands of visitors come to create unforgettable memories at one of Devon’s most enchanting venues. Explore our website to discover all we have to offer!

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Christmas at River Cottage

Discover what’s happening at River Cottage this Christmas!

From festive wreath making to our Willow Deer Workshop, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

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Experience Christmas Dining at River Cottage

Enjoy a festive dining experience with the freshest seasonal produce from our garden, polytunnels, and local suppliers.

Gather in our threshing barn, where your chef will welcome you to an evening of culinary delights. Each dish reflects our SLOW ethos—Seasonal, Local, Organic, and Wild—crafted from ingredients grown, foraged, and raised on the farm.

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Enjoy Our Seasonal Breakfast & Lunch Offers

We’re bringing back our breakfast and lunch deals for the colder months! Why? Because it’s chilly, and we all deserve something to brighten our day!

The breakfast offer is available from 9:00 am to 10:30 am, and the lunch offer runs from 12:00 pm to 2:30 pm. These deals are valid Monday to Friday, during term time only, and will run until the end of February 2025.

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Courses

Join us at our award-winning cookery school at River Cottage HQ! We offer a variety of in-person courses designed to help you develop essential kitchen and garden skills. If you can’t join us in person, our online courses allow you to bring the taste of River Cottage into your home, guiding you every step of the way.

Stay with Us

Escape to the countryside and experience the charm of River Cottage HQ. Our characterful and stylish accommodations—including the Farmhouse rooms, Gardener’s Cottage, and the new off-grid Planted Cabin—are perfect for bed & breakfast stays.

Wake up to breathtaking views of the Axe Valley and enjoy the tranquillity that River Cottage offers. Your perfect countryside getaway awaits!

Weddings at River Cottage

Host your wedding ceremony and celebration in the unique barn setting of River Cottage, surrounded by rolling hills and breathtaking sunsets. A wedding at River Cottage promises to create a truly memorable day for you and your guests.