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.

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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?

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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.

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Reef Knot Restaurant at The Idle Rocks

New era at the Rocks

Harbourside, St Mawes, Cornwall, TR2 5AN

Chef(s) Guy Owen

St Enodoc asparagus with seaweed butter and lemon is a must in spring

Chef Guy Owen returned to The Idle Rocks in 2025, after five years away from the Reef Knot kitchen.

A sharpened commitment to trusted Cornish suppliers sees Guy and team working closely with dayboat fishermen, small-scale growers and specialist producers.

As a result, the menus showcase the breadth of the region’s produce: Guy’s Seafood Tasting Menu highlights the daily catch, while a refreshed à la carte balances clean flavours with meticulous technique.

Standout dishes spotlight key Cornish ingredients, such as in the monkfish wellington with courgette and fino sherry sauce, and red mullet escabeche with red pepper and mussels.

A concise set-lunch menu and snack selection open up further opportunities to sample the restaurant’s seasonal cooking. The team have also expanded the wine list.

The Idle Rocks offers numerous indulgences, from watching harbour life as you soak in the tub of a Grand Seaview room to enjoying cocktails on the terrace and reviving in the SEVAN Spa.