COOKING WITH FIRE - SOMERSET - 31/05/26
COOKING WITH FIRE - SOMERSET - 31/05/26
Join us for a unique wood-fired cooking experience on the Somerset Levels. This hands-on event includes a guided foraging walk, a fire cooking workshop and a sit-down outdoor dinner. You’ll be introduced to some traditional fire-cooking techniques and seasonal wild ingredients gathered from the land.
This event takes place at the award-winning Craftsman’s Cabin, a handcrafted rural retreat set amongst acres of wildflower meadows, ancient hedgerows, apple orchards and wide, open skies. It’s a beautiful, relaxed setting where we’ll spend the day outdoors, soaking up Somerset as spring begins to reach it’s peak.
Mark will be joined by Bruce, friend and fellow fire-cooking expert who lives locally and knows the area very well. They’ll be working together throughout the day, sharing approaches and techniques shaped by experience, place and season.
The experience culminates in a sit-down Sunday feast. The menu, designed and prepared by Mark and Bruce, will feature dishes inspired by the landscape, the season and the wild ingredients gathered from the land, with all food cooked over fire and served with thoughtfully paired wines, cider and wild cocktails.
Reconnect with wild food, fire and traditional skills in a beautiful outdoor setting. Craftsman’s Cabin is around an hour from Bristol, with Bruton and Frome nearby. Further details and FAQS can be found below.
The day begins with a foraging walk through the surrounding landscape where we’ll introduce you to some of the edible fungi, wild herbs, fruits and berries around our site to gather ingredients for the day ahead, before a simple fire-cooked lunch.
We’ll teach you the basics - wood selection, axe skills and temperature control - and how to manage and maintain a fire for cooking. Learn how to prepare game birds, fish or locally harvested wild meat ready for cooking over the fire.
The event starts at 11am and finishes at 4pm. Participants will need to make their own way to the meeting point (car park). Free onsite parking is provided. The full address and travel advice will be provided after booking. Not suitable for under 18s.
FAQ
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Your ticket includes the full experience as described on this page:
a guided foraging walk
a hands-on fire cooking workshop
butchery and preparation of meat and fish
all food prepared and served during the event
all drinks and refreshments, including wine and cocktails
hosting and guidance throughout the day
There is nothing additional to purchase on the day.
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No. This event involves butchery and the preparation of meat and fish over open fire and is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans. Please only book if you are comfortable with this.
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Due to the nature of open-fire cooking, shared preparation areas, and the use of wild and seasonal ingredients, we cannot safely cater for serious food allergies.
If you have a dietary concern, please contact us before booking so we can advise.
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No. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are provided. You are very welcome to opt out of alcohol.
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This is an outdoor event, taking place in a woodland environment.
Please wear:
weather-appropriate outdoor clothing
warm layers
sturdy footwear suitable for uneven ground
Dress for the conditions rather than the occasion.
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Events run in most weather conditions.
Wet-weather contingencies such as shelter or tarps will be in place.If conditions are unsafe, we will contact you directly with next steps.
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You will be on your feet for much of the day, moving around open fires and working outdoors.
The pace is relaxed, but this may not be suitable for everyone.If you have any concerns, please get in touch before booking.
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No.
Due to open fires, tools and the nature of the content, this event is for adults only. -
Tickets are non-refundable and cannot be rescheduled, but may be transferred to a friend or family member.
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In extreme weather conditions we will always try to relocate the event to a suitable indoor location before we consider cancelling.
If we have no choice but to cancel — including due to changes in government guidance or public health restrictions— guests will be offered a gift voucher for the full value of the original booking, valid for 12 months and redeemable against future events (not shop products).