The restaurant’s new look has been designed in partnership with interior designer Nicola Harding and overseen by Lady Burlington, taking inspiration from Chatsworth art and interiors.
The refurbishment has also seen the addition of a large outdoor dining terrace with extensive views of the Chatsworth landscape, extending the restaurant’s capacity to 80.
Adam Harper, executive chef at the Cavendish Hotel, said: “A lot of hard work has gone into the sourcing and development of the new menu at The Garden Room to make sure it does justice to our outstanding location. We’re incredibly proud to be offering the very best produce all year round whilst supporting local producers.
“It’s been great to finally reopen our doors and we’re looking forward to welcoming back visitors – old and new – in the coming weeks.”
The new Garden Room menu features starters such as smoked Ladybower trout and home-cured beef bresaola, mains including lamb, venison and beef from local farms, and plant-based dishes made from vegetables grown in the Chatsworth Kitchen Garden.
A range of sandwiches and speciality coffee will also be available.
There is also a new kitchen table, where guests can watch chefs prepare a bespoke five-course tasting menu.
The restaurant’s new look is phase one of planned extensive refurbishments to The Cavendish Hotel, with further investment planned for early next year in revamping its reception, lounge area, Gallery restaurant and 28 bedrooms.
Lady Burlington said: “It’s been great to see The Garden Room take shape over the past four months and it promises to be a great place to lunch or enjoy drinks and dinner as summer finally approaches. With lots of natural light and views across the estate, it provides the perfect space to bring people together whilst showcasing products and produce that are from the local area.”
The Cavendish Hotel was acquired by the Chatsworth Estate in 1830, from the Duke of Rutland. The hotel comprises 28 bedrooms, 3 AA Rosette restaurant The Gallery and The Garden Room.
The Devonshire Group brings together the charities, businesses and estates in the care of the Devonshire family, including Chatsworth in Derbyshire, the Bolton Abbey Estate in North Yorkshire, the Lismore Estate in County Waterford, and the Compton Estate in Sussex.
Adam Harper joined The Cavendish Hotel in October 2018.
