What’s new in the kitchens at our HF Country Houses this summer?
Summer has arrived at our HF Country Houses, and with it comes a menu designed for long, sunny days and relaxed evenings around the table.
This season, expect lighter, brighter dishes that make the most of fresh summer produce, alongside much-loved favourites with a few creative twists. From vibrant ingredients to simple, satisfying flavours, every plate is inspired by the best of summer.
We’re celebrating the season with classics such as prawn cocktail, smoked salmon, and beautifully braised beef, as well as colourful salads including burrata, heritage tomato, and Caesar salad. And for those with a sweet tooth, there’s plenty to look forward to too, from pavlova and cheesecake, to refreshing ice creams.
Also, you can continue to enjoy our 'A taste of…' menus, served on arrival days and inspired by the food heritage of each region. These special menus shine a spotlight on local flavours, traditional dishes, and regional produce, giving every stay its own distinctive dining experience. Thoughtfully created by our Development Chefs, they’re designed to bring the stories and tastes of each house destination to life, sparking conversation around the dinner table.
Seasonal and regional inspiration for our new summer menus
HF Holidays Development Chef, Simon Douglas, and our talented Food & Beverage team have been working hard to develop new dishes shaped by the season.
“Our new summer menu brings together lighter dishes, colourful summer ingredients, and a few much-loved favourites, with new ideas that make the most of the season. After a full day of walking in the summer sunshine, there’s nothing better than sitting down to a meal that feels fresh, generous, and full of seasonal flavour.”
Burrata Salad
Braised Blade of Beef
Summer Strawberry Pavlova
Here are some highlights from our summer 'A taste of...' menus
Starters
Caramelised Pear & Roasted Walnut Salad, Holnicote House Summer Menu
With Wookey Hole cheddar, baby gem, and ranch dressing, this salad combines regional artisan cheese with sweet pears and crunchy walnuts
Pressed Chicken & Ham Terrine, Monk Coniston Summer Menu
Served with pickles and Cumberland sauce, this classic terrine paired with Cumberland sauce is a regional favourite dating back centuries
Caramelised Pear & Roasted Walnut Salad
Pressed Chicken & Ham Terrine
Mains
Roast Chicken, Dolserau Hall Summer Menu
Served with herby mash potato and elevated with a cheese sauce made from Snowdonia’s famous Black Bomber cheddar
Roast Hake and Shellfish Risotto, Freshwater Bay House Summer Menu
Luxurious seafood dish showcasing the island’s coastal abundance, served with crispy samphire and dill oil
Roast Chicken
Roast Hake and Shellfish Risotto
Desserts
Regional Cheese Plate, Larpool Hall Summer Menu
Yorkshire produces exceptional cheeses celebrated for their artisanal quality. Enjoy a Yorkshire Blue cheese plate served with celery and apple salad, chutney, and biscuits.
Steamed Bara Brith-Inspired Sponge Pudding, Nythfa House Summer Menu
Served with warm crème anglaise, this is a sweet homage to Bara Brith, Wales’ famous tea loaf, transformed into a comforting pudding
Steamed Bara Brith-Inspired Sponge Pudding
Regional Cheese Plate
Ready to try something new? The summer menu will be served from mid June 2026 across all HF Holidays country houses
