Estate to plate
Produce used throughout all kitchens on the Swinton Estate is taken from farms across the estate, where possible, or from the four-acre Walled Garden at Swinton Park Hotel. Produce we are unable to source from the estate is sourced as locally as possible to reduce food miles and create sustainable businesses in our local area.
The Walled Garden is a working kitchen garden growing substantial quantities of fruits, herbs and vegetables (over 60 varieties) as the seasons dictate. The Walled Garden is a hive of activity at certain times of the growing calendar and you’ll often see our chefs wandering out to collect ingredients for the day.
Using organic principles, many innovative methods are used to ensure that any insecticides are kept to an absolute minimum.
Grounds & Gardens Manager
Joe Lofthouse MHort (RHS) MCIHort began his horticultural career at a young age and has been associated with the Swinton Estate since 2008, alongside formal training at Askham Bryan College and a prestigious studentship at RHS Garden Harlow Carr. He progressed to Team Leader in Edibles and Nursery at Harlow Carr, completed the RHS Master of Horticulture with distinction, and developed particular expertise in heritage fruits, research and large-scale garden projects.
His achievements include multiple national awards, contributions to print, radio and television, and delivering specialist talks and demonstrations across the UK. He is a member of the RHS Fruit, Vegetable and Herb Expert Group and is now looking forward to leading the Grounds and Gardens team on the Swinton Estate.
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