What is Trencherman’s Guide?

Trencherman’s Guide is the definitive guide to the South West’s most exceptional restaurants, inns and dining experiences, curated by industry experts.

Which restaurants are featured in the guide?

Each edition features over 100 hand-picked restaurants across Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, Bristol, Bath, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire, all chosen for their outstanding food and hospitality.

What is included in the guide?

The guide showcases detailed write-ups of exceptional restaurants, inns and dining destinations, with insider recommendations, chef profiles and expert insights into the South West food scene.

Which regions does the guide cover?

The guide covers Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, Bristol, Bath, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire.

How much does Trencherman’s Guide cost?

The guide is available for £12.99 plus delivery. UK delivery is charged at £3.95 per copy, with international shipping available at additional cost.

How much does delivery cost?

UK delivery is charged at £3.95 per copy. International delivery is available at additional cost depending on destination.

How long does delivery take?

Orders are dispatched within 2 working days. UK delivery usually takes 3–5 days, while international delivery can take 2–3 weeks depending on destination.

Is there a digital version of Trencherman’s Guide?

The guide is currently available only as a beautifully printed book. A digital or PDF version is not available.

Can I buy past editions of Trencherman’s Guide?

A limited number of past editions are sometimes available. Availability may vary, so please check the shop for current stock.

Gourmet takeaway directory

Restaurateurs across the South West have pivoted their businesses to offer gourmet takeaway services. Find out which Trencherman's Guide members are offering delivery and collection services

Getting a takeaway doesn’t have to mean settling for fast food.

Food to-go has had a complete makeover, thanks to Trencherman’s-level restaurants packaging up their elegant offerings so discerning foodies can feast at home during lockdown. Help support your local independent restaurateurs and chefs and eat extremely well at the same time – and if the weather’s good enough to dine alfresco, who needs Tuscany? Find out which Trencherman’s restaurants are taking part …

Cornwall

2 Fore Street, Mousehole – browse the menu
Hooked! Restaurant and Bar, Truro
The Longstore, Charlestown – browse the menu

Devon

Rock Salt Cafe, Plymouth – browse the menu
Rodean Restaurant, Kenton – browse the menu
The Angel – Taste of Devon, Dartmouth – browse the menu
The Fig Tree @ 36, Plymouth
The Horse, Dartmoor – browse the menu
Pyne Arms, East Down
The Royal George, Appledore – browse the menu
The Sardine Factory, Looe – browse the menu
Tytherleigh Arms, Axminster

Somerset

Goodfellows, Wells – browse the menu
New Farm Restaurant, South Petherton – browse the menu
Puro, Clevedon – browse the menu
The Mint Room, Bath – browse the menu

Dorset

Restaurant Roots, Bournemouth – browse the menu
Rick Stein, Sandbanks, Poole – browse the menu

Wiltshire

The Bell at Ramsbury, near Malborough – browse the menu
The Bunch of Grapes, Bradford-on-Avon – browse the menu
Three Tuns Freehouse, Great Bedwyn – browse the menu

Gloucestershire

GL50, Cheltenham – browse the menu
The Bell Inn, Stroud – browse the menu
Wild Garlic, Nailsworth

Have we missed any restaurants off the list? Let us know. Please note that these establishments offered gourmet food to-go at time of publication (August 2020). However, while we endeavour to keep the information as up-to-date as possible, in the current environment things are changing all the time. Please check their website or call to confirm.