Danesfield House Announces Exclusive Guest Chef Night with Paul Welburn

An evening of modern British fine dining in collaboration with Executive Chef Matthew Edmonds.

After a successful collaboration with 2025 Great British Menu Champion of Champions, Chef Amber Francis, Danesfield House Hotel & Spa is delighted to welcome Michelin-starred chef Paul Welburn for the next highly anticipated Guest Chef Night on Friday 15th August 2025 — an exclusive evening of culinary creativity presented in collaboration with Danesfield’s own Executive Chef, Matthew Edmonds.

Paul Welburn, known for his gently nostalgic British cuisine with a modern twist, brings an exceptional pedigree to the table. Trained by industry icons including Gary Rhodes, Richard Corrigan, and Andrew Pern, Paul has held Michelin Stars and 3 AA Rosettes at two different restaurants — first at London’s Rhodes W1 at just 26 years old and again at The Oxford Kitchen in 2018, earning Oxford’s first star in over 30 years.

With a career shaped under the guidance of culinary legends such as Gary Rhodes, Richard Corrigan, and Andrew Pern, Paul Welburn has built a reputation for dishes that are both nostalgic and modern — rooted in his North Yorkshire upbringing and shaped by years of experience in London’s most prestigious kitchens.

Guests will enjoy an exquisite six-course tasting menu, inspired by the upcoming season and showcasing Paul’s signature style: elevated, sustainable and deeply seasonal British cooking. Diners can expect a creative journey through foraged and farmed British produce, all thoughtfully paired with Roebuck Estates English Sparkling Wine, proudly produced in Petworth, Sussex.

In addition to the culinary experience, guests will have the opportunity to purchase signed copies of Paul’s debut cookbook, Evolve — which is a two‑year labour of love that showcases the culinary growth of a Michelin‑starred chef now based in Cornwall. It’s not just a collection of recipes, but a rich narrative: paying tribute to the mentors who’ve shaped his style, the top‑quality suppliers behind his dishes, and the nostalgic memories and travels that inform his cooking.

Paul Welburn first gained national recognition on the Great British Menu in 2014, where his “Blackout Beef” main course earned a perfect 10/10 from veteran judge Phil Howard, setting the tone for a career built on bold yet thoughtful cooking.

Whether you’re a devoted foodie or looking to experience a night of outstanding gastronomy in the elegant surroundings of Danesfield House, this is an evening not to be missed.