Lympstone Manor has maintained its highly coveted Michelin Star for the eighth consecutive year, marking a significant achievement for the country house hotel and Chef Patron Michael Caines MBE. The hotel has held a Michelin Star since 2018, awarded shortly after its opening in 2017, and continues to be recognised for its exceptional consistency, quality and culinary excellence. A proud member of Relais & Châteaux, Lympstone Manor also holds two Michelin Keys, five AA stars for the hotel and four AA rosettes for its culinary excellence.
Speaking of the Lympstone Manor accolade, Michael said:
“I am incredibly proud that Lympstone Manor has maintained its Michelin Star for the eighth year running. This recognition reflects the passion, dedication and commitment of our entire team, whose hard work and attention to detail inspire me every day.
From the very beginning, our aim has been to create a restaurant and hotel that truly reflects its surroundings, celebrates seasonality and expresses a genuine sense of place. Devon and the South West offer some of the finest produce in Europe, and it is a privilege to work so closely with our growers, farmers and suppliers to bring those flavours to the plate.
This award belongs to our exceptional team and to our guests who continue to support us, and it motivates us to keep evolving and delivering the very best we can.
I’d like to thank my front of house team, the kitchen brigade and Head Chef, Jordan Denning. Hospitality is one of the most demanding industries, and in today’s world, maintaining high standards has become even more challenging. Yet, we remain committed to ensuring that every plate served reflects our shared passion my vision for cuisine de terroir.”
A long-standing champion of local, regional and seasonal produce, Michael has always maintained that Devon and the South West offer one of the finest larders in Europe. This exceptional natural bounty provides unique and outstanding ingredients, which he transforms into original cuisine that reflects both the character of the West Country and his own distinctive culinary style.
Wine is central to the Lympstone Manor dining experience and the estate has its own vineyard with 17,500 vines. The cellar contains over 600 bins carefully sourced from around the world, while the expert sommelier team suggests wines to perfectly complement each dish.
Michael is extremely proud to announce that the MICHAEL CAINES at The Stafford is awarded its first Michelin Star, five months after opening. The prestigious recognition was revealed in the Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2026 and cements MICHAEL CAINES at The Stafford among London’s most celebrated dining destinations.
Commenting on the MICHAEL CAINES at The Stafford award, Michael Caines states “To be awarded a Michelin star at The Stafford London is a truly special moment. It is the first in the hotel’s history, and a first for my debut London residence, making it even more meaningful. Michelin recognition is always about the collective effort – the passion, discipline, and consistency of the entire team. Thanks to James, Simon, Aubin, Alejandro, Luca, Gianluca, Nuno, and the entire team, it’s a proud moment to share. It marks the start of an incredible journey for everyone at The Stafford London and acknowledges the time and commitment invested so far, motivating us all to keep evolving in this exciting new chapter.”
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