Esseborne, is a Victorian country house sitting high on the hill above the lovely Bourne Valley, and was for 80 years a private country retreat. Now it is a hotel and restaurant that manages to retain the homely feel whilst offering luxurious accommodation and first-class food.

Dining at Esseborne is a real treat to be savoured over a full evening. You may wish to start with an aperitif and canapés in the bar while you mull over the choice of menus and wine list.

The elegant dining room provides the right setting for the head chef’s imaginative presentations, all prepared from local produce delivered daily. For dinner you can choose from the dinner menu or the menu du vin, which is a set menu with up to four courses each accompanied by a specially selected glass of wine.

The basement holds a fine selection of over 150 different wines from around the world all chosen and provided by top London wine importers.