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It was my 50th birthday and the first week after the end of lockdown. We arrived at 6pm and were expected, which was lovely. The gardens are beautiful, and the scene was set for a really special meal. There was a fire pit with comfy chairs and a small marquee lit with fairy lights and furnished to feel really special; cushions, rugs, tea lights, and a really effective heater! I sat with the sun on my face and watched the sun set behind the Lodge, with chickens clucking around me, then tucked into the most delicious food. I had goats cheese and beetroot to start then venison, which was like butter. The ingredients are local and the portions very good for such excellent cuisine. More than that though, the flavours and the composition of the dishes was excellent. All in all, just a perfect night. Perfect scenery, perfect food, perfect hosts.