Dining
Dining At Nevill Holt
The Garden by Maison François
World-class entertainment deserves world-class food. Nevill Holt Festival is once again thrilled to partner with Maison François to present The Garden Restaurant. Opened in 2021 by François O’Neill, Ed Wyand and Executive Chef, Matthew Ryle, Maison François is a critically and culinary acclaimed brasserie in the heart of St. James in London’s West End. Its consistently delicious food and immaculate service continue to pack out the impressive dining room from morning to night with a who’s who of London’s movers and shakers.
The options below, including both our Summer Menu and A La Carte, are available to pre-book now. We look forward to welcoming you for what promises to be one of the highlights of the Nevill Holt Festival 2026.
HUNDE
Opera Long Interval Menu – £70
Served during the Opera long interval, let us take care of dinner and enjoy world-class dining in our wonderful Garden Restaurant marquee for you and your guests.
Working once again with our restaurant partner Maison Francois, the Summer Menu will be an exquisite three-course, seasonal meal inspired by Nevill Holt’s kitchen garden.
Summer Menu 2026
Asparagus, vinaigrette, croûtons
Baked cod, chickpeas, piment d’Espelette, aïoli
Eclair à la fraise
Vegan options available.
A LA CARTE
The Garden Restaurant will serve delicious meals all day and into the evening.
Everyone is welcome to enjoy the all-day à la carte menu, even if you’re not coming for a show (we hope you do, though). The Garden Restaurant by Maison François is a destination in its own right. If you are coming to the Festival, do make sure that you book a table before or after your event.
CUBITT HOUSE X ENDLESS LUNCH
Cubitt House Eats with Ana Ortiz 6th June
Hosted by Cubitt House Chef Director Ben Tish alongside Ana Ortiz, Co-Founder of Fire Made cooking equipment, this is all about cooking over flame, the way it should be. Honest heat, bold flavour and generous plates laid out for the table. A welcome drink sets the pace before the afternoon settles into a long countryside gathering shaped by good food and even better company.
Cubitt House X Mirabeau Endless Lunch 13th June
Led by Cubitt House Chef Director Ben Tish, this Cubitt House X Mirabeau Endless Lunch brings the spirit of Provence to our table, the Cubitt way. Wood fire cooking, generous platters and long tables made for settling in.
A glass of Mirabeau rosé in hand, something sizzling over flame and friends passing plates of Wild Bream Crudo and BBQ Prime Rib with Salsa Verde. It begins with a welcome pour and unfolds into an afternoon of wine, good food and that unmistakable buzz when a table is truly in full swing.
Sun-soaked in spirit, rooted in proper hospitality. Endless, as it should be.
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THE CUBITT HOUSE GRILL
Get ready to enjoy our unmissable, relaxed dining experiences, available throughout the festival and expertly curated by the fantastic team at Cubitt House.
The Cubitt House Grill, a flame-led pop-up, is all about good produce, simple cooking and the pleasure of eating well outdoors.
On the menu, Cubitt House Pork Pie with Chop Sauce, the Nevill Holt Chicken Sandwich with Sweet and Sour Pickles and a Grilled Angus Beef Sandwich with Horseradish, Crème Fraîche and Burnt Onion Jam. Thoughtfully sourced, carefully cooked and best enjoyed in good company.
Pair it with a cold pint of Cubitt Haus Lager or a glass of Maison Cubitt Rosé and linger a little longer.
To eat
CH Pork Pie & Chop Sauce
NH Chicken Sandwich, Sweet & Sour Pickles
Grilled Angus Beef Sandwich, Horseradish Crème Fraiche & Burnt Onion Jam
Courgettes, Goat’s Curd, Green Sauce & Flat Bread
Tomato & Cheese Flatbread (Children’s)
To drink
Cubitt Haus Lager, Cornwall, England
Oliver’s Fine Cider, Pomona Rolling Blend, England
Maison Cubitt Rosé, Château du Rouët, Côtes de Provence, France, 2025
PICNIC OPTIONS
Please note that picnics are welcome on opera days only (29th and 31st May, 3rd, 5th and 7th June) and are not permitted on the grounds on other days during the festival.
Please note on opera days, picnic are only permitted on the lawn and gardens behind the house.
We look forward to welcoming you into this beautiful setting.
Opera Pavilions (£200)
Enjoy the festival in the comfort of your private pavilion, for up to 10 guests for the duration of your visit, with laid tables (plate, cutlery, wine glass, napkin) and chairs for you and your party. Enjoy your own picnic in your private space.
Pre-laid tables (£10)
A more secluded and sheltered location behind the house, set within the beautiful kitchen garden. You are purchasing a seat at a communal table laid with cutlery and a napkin to enjoy your own picnic.