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COOKERY SCHOOL

COOKERY SCHOOL

Inspired by what’s in season and growing on our organic farm, join our team of passionate cookery tutors in our beautiful school for an unforgettable day of delicious food, culinary insights and plenty of fun.
BOOK COURSE

COOKERY SCHOOL

Inspired by what’s in season and growing on our organic farm, join our team of passionate cookery tutors in our beautiful school for an unforgettable day of delicious food, culinary insights and plenty of fun.
BOOK COURSE

COOKERY SCHOOL

Inspired by what’s in season and growing on our organic farm, join our team of passionate cookery tutors in our beautiful school for an unforgettable day of delicious food, culinary insights and plenty of fun.
BOOK A COURSE
CHANGE THE WAY
YOU COOK
Master seasonal rhythms with artisan techniques that will inspire your cooking at home with our imaginative courses and in-depth masterclasses.
SCHOOL CALENDAR
PRIVATE GROUPS
& BOOKINGS
Intimate Chef’s Table Suppers and bespoke courses for team away-days or special milestones in our beautiful Cookery School.
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OUR ORGANIC
PHILOSOPHY
Discover why our B-Corp certification is at the heart of everything we grow and cook, ensuring a sustainable future.
OUR MISSION

“Setting up a Cookery School at the farm was a way of giving visitors the opportunity to share our ingredients – the heart of everything we do at Daylesford – and to reconnect with them; to use and engage with produce while also learning about it and understanding how it journeys from field to fork.”
OUR FOUNDER OUR FOUNDER

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CHANGE THE WAY YOU COOK

CHANGE THE WAY YOU COOK

Let our Tutors teach you how to cook in tune with the seasons, whether you are a beginner wanting to learn new skills or a confident cook, our imaginative courses and in-depth masterclasses will inspire your cooking at home as you learn valuable skills, new recipes and artisan techniques.
COOKERY COURSE CALENDAR

PRIVATE GROUPS & BOOKINGS

Our Cookery School is the perfect setting for team away-days, memorable weekends with friends, celebrating special birthdays or marking important milestones. From private cookery courses to intimate Chef's Table Suppers, contact us to find out how we can create you a bespoke experience at our Cookery School.
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MEET OUR TUTORS

MATT WEEDON

MATT WEEDON

Matt has earned multiple accolades including Michelin stars at two of the restaurants he headed. Matt's French-inflected style of cooking has inspired our new course Classic French Cooking which includes many of his favourite tried and tested dishes.

JAMES DEVONSHIRE

JAMES DEVONSHIRE

Yorkshire-born James believes that you’re never too young to appreciate good, simple food and never too old to start learning to cook it! Our ever popular Italian Kitchen and Pizza From Scratch courses were born from James' passion for Italian cuisine where he shares inspiring recipes along with his knowledge from years of experience working in some of the best restaurants in the Cotswolds!

STEVE BULMER

STEVE BULMER

Steve’s cookery skills were developed at Michelin-starred restaurants in the UK, France and the USA, most significantly at Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons. Steve has an abundance of culinary knowledge and has a love for all things wild, you'll often find him foraging for rare herbs and ingredients around Daylesford which he'll transform into incredible dishes and drinks across our courses and his renowned Chef's Table Suppers.
MATT WEEDON

Matt has earned multiple accolades including Michelin stars at two of the restaurants he headed. Matt's French-inflected style of cooking has inspired our new course Classic French Cooking which includes many of his favourite tried and tested dishes.

JAMES DEVONSHIRE

Yorkshire-born James believes that you’re never too young to appreciate good, simple food and never too old to start learning to cook it! Our ever popular Italian Kitchen and Pizza From Scratch courses were born from James' passion for Italian cuisine where he shares inspiring recipes along with his knowledge from years of experience working in some of the best restaurants in the Cotswolds!

STEVE BULMER

Steve’s cookery skills were developed at Michelin-starred restaurants in the UK, France and the USA, most significantly at Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons. Steve has an abundance of culinary knowledge and has a love for all things wild, you'll often find him foraging for rare herbs and ingredients around Daylesford which he'll transform into incredible dishes and drinks across our courses and his renowned Chef's Table Suppers.

★★★★★

"The BEST day spent under the expert guidance of Steve Bulmer. I came away exhilarated and ready to cook! The French cookery course is an absolute must."

Jonathan Verified Experience
★★★★★

"A fantastic 4-course meal in a beautiful setting. Steve and Charles entertained us with great tips and stories. An unforgettable experience."

Birthday Guest Verified Experience
★★★★★

"Amazing time last weekend. Couldn't give it a bigger recommendation—from the brilliant chefs to the incredible food and setting."

Culinary Student Verified Experience
★★★★★

"The best culinary experience I have had for many many years. Not just the food, but the personalities and the entertainment too. Superb."

Matt & Steve Verified Experience
★★★★★

"The BEST day spent under the expert guidance of Steve Bulmer. I came away exhilarated and ready to cook! The French cookery course is an absolute must."

Jonathan Verified Experience
★★★★★

"A fantastic 4-course meal in a beautiful setting. Steve and Charles entertained us with great tips and stories. An unforgettable experience."

Birthday Guest Verified Experience
★★★★★

"Amazing time last weekend. Couldn't give it a bigger recommendation—from the brilliant chefs to the incredible food and setting."

Culinary Student Verified Experience
★★★★★

"The best culinary experience I have had for many many years. Not just the food, but the personalities and the entertainment too. Superb."

Matt & Steve Verified Experience

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COOKERY SCHOOL GIFT CARDS

COOKERY SCHOOL GIFT CARDS

The tutors at the Cookery School are passionate about transforming the way you cook, sharing practical skills, expert knowledge and inspiring tips through demonstrations and hands-on courses covering a variety of different cuisines. Gift cards to the Cookery School are a thoughtful, experiential gift like no other and valid for 1-year. All courses are available to book with these gift cards.
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COOKERY SCHOOL

COOKERY SCHOOL

Inspired by what’s in season and growing on our organic farm, join our team of passionate cookery tutors in our beautiful school for an unforgettable day of delicious food, culinary insights and plenty of fun.
BOOK A COURSE

COOKERY SCHOOL

Inspired by what’s in season and growing on our organic farm, join our team of passionate cookery tutors in our beautiful school for an unforgettable day of delicious food, culinary insights and plenty of fun.
BOOK A COURSE

MATT WEEDON

MATT WEEDON

Matt has earned multiple accolades including Michelin stars at two of the restaurants he headed. Matt's French-inflected style of cooking has inspired our new course Classic French Cooking which includes many of his favourite tried and tested dishes.

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Soil Association

For nearly 25 years, we have partnered with the Soil Association, to uphold the highest standards of organic and sustainable practices.

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Green Michelin Star

We are proud to retain our Green Michelin star for the fourth year running in The Trough at Daylesford.

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B Corp

Daylesford Organic, Daylesford Farm & Bamford have proudly been a B-corps since 2023.

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