Following the recent appointment of Michael Caines MBE as Culinary Strategist at The Stafford London, the Stafford Collection has announced that Lympstone Manor will be joining the group as an associate member.

Caines’ acclaimed hotel, restaurant and vineyard in Devon, and a member of Relais & Châteaux, Lympstone Manor will now sit alongside The Stafford London and Norma.

The chef’s new venture as Culinary Strategist, overseeing all food and beverage across The Stafford London, marks his very first venture into London.

The Game Bird restaurant within the hotel is set to adopt a new name and identity that will reflect Caines’ cuisine and personality. Launching this autumn, the menu will showcase his signature dishes, reflecting his passion for terroir cuisine that celebrates the finest ingredients from across the British Isles. Championing seasonality, sustainability and biodiversity, each dish is designed to evolve with the rhythm of the land.

This collaboration will also see the launch of a new City to Coast accommodation package where guests can enjoy a stay at both The Stafford London and Lympstone Manor.

“This partnership opens the door for our guests to enjoy a journey from coast to city, discovering exceptional dining and hospitality along the way,” Caines comments. “I’m particularly excited about the new direction for the restaurant at the Stafford, which will embrace a refreshed concept inspired by London’s dynamic culinary scene. Expect a more defined dining experience that reflects the terroir-driven philosophy at the heart of all my cooking.”

“Michael and his exceptional team embody the same commitment to excellence, individuality, and warm hospitality that defines our collection, especially The Stafford London,” concludes

John McLean, Managing Director of the Stafford Collection. “This partnership marks an exciting chapter, and I look forward to future collaborations built on shared expertise and a mutual passion for exceptional hospitality.”