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South East England

(in order of most recent)

West House (Biddenden)

14th May 2017 By Richard Bagnold

Family run 16th Century old weaver's cottage with charm and character serving uncomplicated dishes that hit the spot

West House (Biddenden)

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: Modern British

Address: 28 High St, Biddenden, Ashford TN27 8AH

Food Rating: 86%

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Gravetye Manor (West Hoathly)

5th February 2017 By Richard Bagnold

16th Century country manor hotel with numerous acres of home-grown produce serving modern, Michelin starred dishes in a traditional setting

Gravetye Manor (West Hoathly)

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: British Modern

Address: Vowels Ln, West Hoathly RH19 4LJ, UK

Food Rating: 76%

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JSW (Petersfield)

3rd February 2017 By Richard Bagnold

Family run restaurant in Petersfield serving simple yet thoughtful dishes - reasonable offerings

JSW (Petersfield)

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Modern

Address: 20 Dragon St, Petersfield GU31 4JJ, UK

Food Rating: 69%

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The Coach (Marlow)

22nd November 2016 By Richard Bagnold

No reservations, second Marlow installment from Tom Kerridge's Hand and Flowers team serving simple yet powerfully pleasing dishes

The Coach (Marlow)

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: British Modern

Address: 3 West St, Marlow SL7 2LS

Food Rating: 80%

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Tudor Room at Great Fosters (Egham)

14th October 2016 By Richard Bagnold

Newly promoted Michelin starred restaurant (2017) showing real class of cooking 

Tudor Room at Great Fosters (Egham)

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: Modern

Address: Stroude Road, Egham TW20 9UR

Food Rating: 82%

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Restaurant Tristan (Horsham)

6th October 2016 By Richard Bagnold

Neighbourhood restaurant in Horsham proudly upholding a Michelin star in 2017 

Restaurant Tristan (Horsham)

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: British Modern

Address: 3 Stans Way, East Street Horsham

Food Rating: 78%

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Thackerays (Tunbridge Wells)

10th September 2016 By Richard Bagnold

Modern cuisine from a long-standing venue in Tunbridge Wells - visit and review made at time of having a Michelin star

Thackerays (Tunbridge Wells)

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: French

Address: Thackeray's Restaurant 85 London Road Tunbridge Wells Kent TN1 1EA

Food Rating: 76%

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The Sportsman (Kent)

4th June 2016 By Richard Bagnold

Utterly superb use of locally sourced ingredients within 1 Michelin starred gastropub setting - one of my favourite venues on earth

The Sportsman (Kent)

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: Regional / Country

Address: The Sportsman, Faversham Road, Seasalter, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 4BP

Food Rating: 96%

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Brampton Mill (Huntingdon)

6th May 2016 By Richard Bagnold

Picturesque pub off the beaten track with a very reasonable menu

Brampton Mill (Huntingdon)

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: British Traditional

Address: Bromholme Lane, Brampton, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE28 4NE

Food Rating: 64%

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The Groundworks (Hitchin)

19th February 2016 By Richard Bagnold

Cosy café serving some pleasingly original options for breakfast and lunch with added care and attention than normal 

The Groundworks (Hitchin)

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Breakfast & Lunch

Address: 1 Churchyard, Hitchin SG5 1HR

Food Rating: 61%

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Summary

Made to order comfort food.
Carefully worked coffees.

Unappealing, bottled mayonnaise.

Restaurant Details

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Breakfast & Lunch

Address: 1 Churchyard, Hitchin SG5 1HR

Website: The Groundworks (Hitchin)

Telephone: +44 1462 458844

Recent Visit - 1 Star

Ynyshir Restaurant & Rooms (Powys)

2nd June 2018

Recent Visit - 2 Stars

Moor Hall (Ormskirk)

2nd December 2017

Recent Visit - 3 Stars

Eleven Madison Park (New York)

2nd August 2018

Recent Visit - Not Starred but Recommended

Indian Accent (Mayfair)

20th February 2018

About Me

meMy hobby-turned-passion began to evolve during my assignments to London where I was fortunate enough to be able to explore all the Michelin starred restaurants in my spare time and as a result, I gradually built up a catalogue of all these venues.

Recent Additions

  • Helix at The Gherkin (City of London) 11th December 2018
  • Brigadiers (Bank) 18th October 2018
  • JG Melon (New York) 3rd August 2018

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