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Great Food Club guides you to excellent independent restaurants, pubs, farm shops and delis in Leicestershire, Rutland, Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, Derbyshire, Northamptonshire and Cambridgeshire. Browse our recommendations HERE.

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Hammer & Pincers

The Hammer & Pincers in Wymeswold, Leicestershire, impresses with its attention to detail, professional service and excellent cooking…
DINING – ALL TYPES & Pub in Rutland

The King’s Arms

This 17-century country pub and smokehouse is situated between Oakham and Uppingham in pretty Rutland. It’s a little bit special…
Butcher & Farm shop & SHOPPING – ALL TYPES in Lincolnshire

Fen Farm Venison

At Fen Farm near Sleaford, the deer are free range, well cared for and fed on Fenland grass. The result is outstanding venison…
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The School of Artisan Food

The School of Artisan Food is the learning hub for Britain’s artisan food revival, offering superb tutors and equipment…
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Hambleton Hall

Hambleton Hall on the banks of Rutland Water is one of the most special places to eat and stay in Britain, combining luxury with Michelin-starred cooking…
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The Olive Branch Clipsham

A past Good Pub Guide choice for overall UK Pub of the Year, the relaxed yet polished Olive Branch in Clipsham, Rutland, is consistently excellent…
DINING – ALL TYPES in Derbyshire

The Prince of Wales

Rowley’s at The Prince of Wales in Baslow, Derbyshire, serves simple, seasonal, local ingredients cooked with skill in a laid-back restaurant…
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Redhill Farm Free Range Pork

Redhill Farm of Lincolnshire raises what could well be the United Kingdom’s best pork – it is the winner of a raft of awards, including Great Food Club Producer of the Year..

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The East Midlands’ No. 1 Food & Drink Guide

Find special food independents near you...

Hammer & Pincers

The King’s Arms

Fen Farm Venison

The School of Artisan Food

Hambleton Hall

The Olive Branch Clipsham

The Prince of Wales

Redhill Farm Free Range Pork

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