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Knepp Wilding Kitchen
Food to heal the planet
Food to heal the planet
Set in the heart of the UK’s pioneering rewilding project, Knepp Wilding Kitchen is a hub of community, nature and food. Our land-to-plate menu is shaped by the seasons and inspired by Knepp’s rewilding ethos.
Our Food
We celebrate the best seasonal ingredients, from slow-grown meat directly sourced from Knepp’s land and our partner farms, organic produce from our on-site Market Garden and sustainable fish caught by day-boat on the British coast, where available.
Our menu is ever-changing, evolving with the seasons and availability of produce. Accredited for our culinary excellence and sustainability commitments, we serve thoughtfully crafted dishes that let delicious ingredients shine.
Open seven days a week, we look forward to welcoming you.
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Breakfast
Breakfast at the Wilding Kitchen promises the best start to your day, offering a menu of fresh and seasonal plates. Highlight dishes include silky scrambled eggs, Wilding breakfast bap, and creamy mushrooms on toast. Simple, nourishing and delicious.
Lunch
Our restaurant is open for lunch seven days a week, with al fresco dining available in the warmer months in the courtyard. Our menu is designed daily by our head chef, Alex Dome, whose approach to cooking is letting high-quality, homegrown ingredients speak for themselves.
Dinner (Saturdays)
Dinner is served seasonally from 28 March through to Christmas in our candlelit barn, with a roaring log burner in winter and French doors opening to the starry courtyard in summer – a welcoming setting for a special night out.
Friday Night Barbecues
Friday Night BBQs return to Knepp Wilding Kitchen this summer from 1 May. Enjoy a relaxed evening of live music, seasonal food cooked over charcoal, and the easy atmosphere of the courtyard as the day draws to a close.
Fireside Fridays
As summer draws to a close and the evenings become cooler, our popular Friday BBQs make way for cosy nights in the warmth of our fire-lit barn.
Join us every Friday from 6pm for live music, hearty seasonal food and a laid-back atmosphere that’s perfect for easing into the weekend.
Sunday Roasts
Our Sunday Roasts feature slow-grown meat from Knepp’s sustainable butchery and fresh, organic produce from our Market Garden. Served in our cosy barn from 11 October, our Sunday Roasts offer a seasonal, hearty meal to enjoy with friends and family.
Christmas Parties
A cosy, candlelit barn nestled in the heart of our pioneering rewilding project.
Delicious, seasonal food sourced from the land and served from our MICHELIN-listed Wilding Kitchen for jolly and joyful festive gatherings.
Coffee & Cake
We serve organic tea, coffee and cold drinks, alongside a small selection of light snacks and house-made sweet treats from our Airstream Trailer. Grab a refreshment on the go or rest for a while in our sunny courtyard.
Our opening hours are:
Summer: 9am -4pm (daily)
Winter: 9am-4pm (weather permitting)
Social Gatherings
Throughout the year we host an array of inspiring events for our community. From Harvest Suppers and Fireside Fridays to Art Exhibitions and Author Suppers, there’s always an opportunity to gather together at Knepp. View our What’s On calendar for details on upcoming events.
Private Events Hire
Located in the heart of the Wildland and surrounded by nature, the Wilding Kitchen provides the perfect backdrop for gatherings and celebrations. Our Private Dining Room can comfortably seat up to 18 guests, creating an intimate and exclusive atmosphere for special occasions.
Email wildingkitchen@knepp.co.uk to enquire
“Hugely pleasurable surprise: we loved it. Charming staff… and located in a dramatic and sprawling rewilding project that’s worth the visit even if you’re not eating (hah as if).”
– Marina O’Loughlin
Restaurant critic for Guardian & Financial Times
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