Catering at Knowle Manor

Option 1: Flora Bartlett - florabartlett@googlemail.com
"I live locally and am a trained Leith's cook. I have been catering on and off for the last 15 years, the last 3 for sleeps12.com. We love preparing creative dinners, lunches, brunch, breakfast, buffets and all day packages to your individual needs as well as catering for Weddings.

We use friendly and attentive waitresses from the surrounding villages and come and make your event really special.

We believe passionately in the best ingredients and well cooked food. We try to keep food miles to a minimum and use the super local meat, vegetables and small suppliers; including organic beef and vegetables from my parent's farm.

We look forward to cooking and serving delicious food in wonderful surroundings."

Option 2: The Two French Chefs - denisguillemin@yahoo.co.uk
"We are Patrick Robert and Denis Guillemin, The Two French Chefs. Using only the finest locally sourced produce, we are able to prepare a wide range of dishes in the kitchen of your holiday home to suit all tastes - whether for a sit-down meal, a buffet, or even a barbecue.

During the past ten years we have worked in several prestigious hotels and restaurants in the South West of England, including the renowned Bindon Hotel where we first worked together. It is the skills and expertise acquired in these 3 and 4 AA Rosette and Michelin Star establishments that we bring to your table."

Please note that for the catered meals, there is an additional cost of £10/hr for waitress/waiter service if required

Option 3: Caroline Yates - www.goodcookco.com
"Having been a cook for a number of years in ski lodges, yachts and private estats I started a recruitment agency for cooks over 10 years ago. We specialise in finding cooks for private and commercial clients from dinner parties to full time positions. I am available privately to cater for dinner parties or weekends. I regularly cater for large groups and enjoy providing a tailor made menu for smaller groups (including children). With the abundance of fresh and local produce available in the West Country I like to source all my food locally with the support of my local suppliers."

Local Places to Eat - Knowle Manor

Below are details of local places to eat:

• Luttrell Arms, Dunster - Only 3 miles from Knowle Manor, this popular restaurant/pub comes highly recommended - Tel 01643 821555 www.luttrellarms.co.uk
• The Foresters Arms, Dunster - Only 3 miles from Knowle Manor, this Inn has traditional public house fayre. Good home cooked meals at a reasonable price. The Sunday carvery is popular and recommended. Tel 01643 821313 - www.foresters-arms-dunster.co.uk
• The Stags Head Inn, Dunster - Only 3 miles from Knowle Manor, Dunster's oldest pub, this child friendly inn was featured in the Good Pub Guide 2008 - Tel 01643 821229
• The Royal Oak Inn, Winsford - 8 miles from Knowle Manor, the Inn is set in the beautiful village of Winsford in the heart of the Exmoor National Park and offers relaxed comfort, inspiring food and wine, local ales, and warm, exceptional service. Tel 01643 851455 - www.royaloak-somerset.co.uk
• The Royal Oak, Withypool - 12 miles from Knowle Manor, this inn has a fine Exmoor Restaurant, serving the best local produce with a relaxed Exmoor Pub feel - Tel 01643 831506 - www.royaloakwithypool.co.uk
• The Rest & Be Thankful, Wheddon Cross - Only 4.5 miles from Knowle Manor, the restaurant has established itself as the place to eat when visiting the moor, or to pop in for a light snack when out for a ramble - Tel 01643 841222 - www.restandbethankful.co.uk
• The Royal Oak Inn, Luxborough - Only 6 miles from Knowle Manor, a traditional country inn, which retains all its character and atmosphere, yet offers an excellent restaurant - Tel 01643 640319 - www.theroyaloakinnluxborough.co.uk

Golf - Knowle Manor

While on your holiday, what better way to unwind and take it all in than a relaxing round of golf? Minehead Golf Club is only a short drive away. The 18-hole, 6153 yeards, par 71 course displays the best characteristics of links play with some moorland features. It has excellent greens, it is a delight to play all-year round and is suitable for golfers at all levels of experience. You will be inspired by beautiful views, challenged by great golf and invigorated with the wonderful fresh air and exercise. For further details go to Minehead & West Somerset Golf Club - www.mineheadgolf.co.uk

Birds Hill Days - Activities in the Country

A unique opportunity to experience country activities on 170 acres in one of the most beautiful settings within Exmoor National Park. Activities include clay shooting, pistol shooting, archery and laser clay shooting.

• www.birdshilldays.com

Clay Pigeon Shooting

Shaldon Shooting School is set in a deep valley on the edge of Exmoor. We offer coaching for individuals or groups of up to 30 people. No experience is necessary, all ages and abilities are welcome. We supply all the equipment you will need, and plenty of instructors so you are not waiting too long for your turn. We even send someone to meet you so you don’t get lost in the lanes on the way! Lunch can be arranged in a great local pub.  

 www.shaldenshootingschool.co.uk Tel: 01398 331021

Essential Adventure

Leading provider of outdoor pursuits, adventure sports and team building throughout Devon and the South West. Activities include kayaking & canoeing, climbing & abseiling, coasteering, mountain biking, bush craft, caving and more...

• www.essential-adventure.co.uk

Disco/Karaoke Hire

Star Turns can provide DJ and disco to suit all kinds of events. If you fancy hosting your own disco or karaoke party they can supply al the equipment you need, including a lighting system.

• www.starturns.com

Marquee Hire

Minehead Marquees have a range of marquees for hire to suit all occasions – frame, traditional, and small party tents. A fully lined and decorated marquee can add a touch of class and create a special atmosphere for any occasion. If you are organising an outdoor event, such as a wedding, a garden party, a winter or summer ball, or a village show, you can be sure we will supply you with a marquee that is properly erected, fully fire retardant and waterproof, and fully equipped with all the extras you would expect.  Go to www.mineheadmarquees.co.uk

Balloons and Flowers, Knowle Manor

For flowers and balloons for those special occasions delivered to the property contact www.party-balloon.co.uk.