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Michael Caines' Lympstone Manor To Join The Stafford Collection
Following the recent appointment of Michael Caines MBE as Culinary Strategist at The Stafford London, the Stafford Collection is delighted to announce that Lympstone Manor—Caines' acclaimed hotel, restaurant, and vineyard in Devon, and a member of Relais & Châteaux—will be joining the group as an associate member. Lympstone Manor will now sit proudly alongside The Stafford London and Norma, further enriching the Collection's esteemed portfolio with its award-winning hospitality and culinary excellence.
We are delighted to welcome Lympstone Manor to the collection. Michael and his exceptional team embody the same commitment to excellence, individuality, and warm hospitality that defines our collection, especially The Stafford London. This partnership marks an exciting chapter, and I look forward to future collaborations built on shared expertise and a mutual passion for exceptional hospitality. John McLean, Managing Director of the Stafford Collection
Michael Caines' 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 Michael's renowned cuisine, personality and embody the spirit of the Stafford. Launching this autumn, the menu will showcase signature dishes from Michael Caines, 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.
Michael Caines, one of Britain's most celebrated and acclaimed Michelin-starred chefs, comments, Joining The Stafford Collection as an associate member is an exciting new Chapter for 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. 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.
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 new offer invites guests to travel from the heart of London St James's to the beautiful Devon coastline, with quality food exploration at the heart of the bookable experience.
This partnership marks a major milestone for both the Stafford Collection and Lympstone Manor, combining their commitment to excellence and innovation. Together, this collaboration brings a fresh perspective to London's dining scene and offers guests a seamless blend of city sophistication and coastal charm.
About The Stafford London
Tucked away in historic St James's, The Stafford London has been a haven of curated luxury since 1912. Combining historic charm with modern elegance, the hotel features 106 uniquely designed bedrooms and suites across the Main House, the all-suite modern Mews building, and the historic Carriage House. Dining options at The Stafford include four elegant private dining rooms, unique 400-year-old Wine Cellar, The Game Bird restaurant with a la carte options and award-winning afternoon tea, and The American Bar, famed for its eclectic décor and cocktails.
The Stafford London is steeped in history and character, from the 400-year-old working Wine Cellars with underground corridors to St James's Palace, to the beautiful, restored, country-chic Carriage House rooms and suites, once serving as stables to 18th century nobility. Over the hotel's long and storied history, it has hosted a collection of colorful characters from Nancy Wake, a former spy and rebellious heroine of the French Resistance, to the Queen Mother herself. The Stafford London is a residence like no other, welcoming guests looking for a luxurious London experience that is truly original.
Most recently, The Stafford London received a 4-star rating in the 2025 and 2024 Forbes Travel Guide Star Award. The Stafford London has also been recognized in the Conde Nast Traveller UK Readers' Choice Awards 2024, as one of the top 25 hotels in London, and in the 2024 Afternoon Tea Awards where they gained an 'Award of Excellence'.
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About Lympstone Manor Hotel
Lympstone Manor above all is the vision of Chef Owner Michael Caines MBE and a realization of a long-awaited dream. Through his inspiration and drive, the Grade II listed Georgian manor house has been imaginatively restored into a luxury country house hotel for the 21st Century. The hotel first opened its doors in 2017, on the foreshore of the tranquil Exe Estuary. Today the hotel has 21 individually designed bedrooms and suites and six woodland-setting Shepherd Huts, accompanied by a Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant serving Michael's renowned cuisine. There is also a casual dining restaurant at the Pool House, alongside an outdoor heated swimming pool and tennis court. The vineyard sits within the heart of the grounds with 17,500 vines and produces award winning single vineyard status wines. Lympstone Manor holds Two Keys, in the Michelin Hotel Awards, a Michelin star and 5 AA Rosettes.
About the Stafford Collection
The Stafford Collection is an independently owned portfolio of luxury properties in the UK, each offering exceptional hospitality and unparalleled experiences. The portfolio includes The Stafford London, one of the finest luxury hotels in the capital; Lympstone Manor, a luxury country house hotel for the 21st Century, on the foreshore of the tranquil Exe Estuary; and Norma, a contemporary and vibrant restaurant which is inspired by the food and culture of Sicily.
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