Du Fermier

Trentham's undisputed heavyweight champion of cuisine du terroir. Forget stiff, white-tablecloth pretense—this is Annie Smithers' domain, an unhurried, fire-lit dining room that feels exactly like crashing an elegant countryside dinner party. Those who make the pilgrimage out here know the drill: a masterful four-course set menu dictated entirely by the seasons and whatever crates of hyper-local produce just arrived from her own farm. Gastronomes routinely block out their entire afternoon for these hearty, generous plates. Think impossibly rich beef bourguignon, expertly executed soufflés, and slow-roasted lamb shoulder paired with flawless matched pours. It’s rustic French farmhouse cooking executed with absolute chef-hatted finesse. With unparalleled front-of-house warmth keeping your glass full, scoring a table here isn't just a lunch—it's a masterclass in restorative hospitality.