12 Jun 2025
Mark Birchall Named Chef of the Year at The National Restaurant Awards 2025
— Moor Hall Ranks Second in UK’s Top 100 Restaurants —
We are proud to share some incredible news from this year’s National Restaurant Awards:
Our Chef Patron, Mark Birchall, has been honoured as Chef of the Year 2025.
This prestigious recognition celebrates Mark’s exceptional talent, creativity, and quiet leadership—values that shape every part of the Moor Hall experience. His dedication to provenance, precision, and progressive British cooking continues to elevate our team and inspire our guests.
In addition to Mark’s individual accolade, we are thrilled to announce that Moor Hall was ranked second in the UK’s Top 100 Restaurants, solidifying our position as one of the country’s most celebrated dining destinations.
A Milestone Moment for Moor Hall
2025 has already been a landmark year. Following the award of our third Michelin star, this latest recognition from The National Restaurant Awards is a powerful affirmation of our continued pursuit of excellence. From our kitchen garden and fermentation rooms to the artisan producers we work closely with, every element of Moor Hall is driven by a shared vision of sustainability, seasonality, and sincerity.
To see these efforts recognised on such a national platform is deeply rewarding.
