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Cookery Courses at Eckington Manor

Whether you're a beginner cook or a professional chef, Eckington Manor Cookery School in Worcestershire offers a range of cookery courses in state-of-the-art Aga kitchens to suit all levels of experience and know-how...
  
At a glance: Eckington Manor Cookery School

  • owned by Judy Garner (founder of Garner Foods)
  • head of cookery is Michelin-star chef, Martyn Pearn
  • classes take place in ten individual, state-of-the art kitchens
  • accommodation is all en-suite in a modernised historic farmhouse


    • School facilities - what are they like?

    Eckington Manor Cookery School boasts a state-of-the art classroom with ten individual kitchens, each equipped with:

  • Aga, Rayburn, Falcon or Rangemaster oven
  • fully stocked fridge
  • drawers with Aga-style doors for utensils




    There is also a commercial kitchen for professional courses and product development featuring a:

  • Falcon infinity fryer
  • Eloma combination oven
  • Dominator oven
  • Mono bakery
  • Williams cold room
  • Walk-in Williams freezer


    • Courses - What's available?
    Regular courses at Eckington Manor Cookery School include:  Beginners' Basics; Great British Classics; Easy Entertainment; Italian; Stocks and Sauces; Seasonal Specials; Summer Entertaining; Bread Making; Vegetarian; Exclusively Men; Wine and Food.

    To find out more about each course visit:  http://www.eckingtonmanorcookeryschool.co.uk/

    About Martyn Pearn - head of cookery
    Michelin-starred chef Martyn Pearn heads the cookery team.  Martyn's CV includes:

  • member of the Academy of Culinary Arts
  • executive chef at the Connaught Hotel
  • head chef at La Reserve, Bordeaux
  • chef at Buckland Manor, Cotswolds


    • Martyn says...
    "We tailor courses here, so if several people contact us to say they want an upmarket dinner party menu, for instance, we can tailor the course structure to suit everyone.

    "The biggest thing for me is getting everyone around the demonstration table, leaning in and asking questions, before making everything themselves.  We offer professional courses too, with tuition and training that addresses the client's specific needs and requirements.  We also rely heavily on local producers - for example buying asparagus from one supplier because he's the best and our soft fruits from another."

    What's the accommodation like?
    Located in an historic farmhouse (one of the oldest houses in the county with parts dating back to the 12th century), the accommodation offers modern facilities, tasteful decor throughout and oodles of original charm and character.

    Your accommodation comprises:

  • kitchen with Aga oven and fridge
  • living/bedroom with TV and wireless broadband
  • luxury bathroom fitted with Fired Earth products


    • Things to look out for
    Not everything at Eckington Manor is supplied by the Aga Rangemaster Group.  The chaise longue on the farmhouse landing is from Buckingham Palace, and the magnificent statue of Pan gracing the immaculate gardens is by Paul Richardson, a renowned Suffolk sculptor.

    Quality meat on your doorstep
    Award-winning Highland and Aberdeen Angus cattle are bred for the school at the nearby 260-acre Manor Farm.  Head stockman is Ian Anderson, winner of the prestigious Burke Trophy on two consecutive occasions.

    About Judy Garner, founder
    The founser of the cookery school is Judy Garner.  Judy's experience in the food industry includes founding and running the highly successful Garner's Foods (the pickly and dressing company), and opening and running a restaurant in Pershore.  

    For more information visit http://www.eckingtonmanorcookeryschool.co.uk/
     

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