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Find Private Chefs in the Cotswolds
Cottages, barns and country houses from Cirencester to Chipping Campden: a chef who comes to you, wherever you're staying.
The Cotswolds is a natural fit for a private chef, because so many occasions here happen in houses rather than restaurants: a big birthday in a rented barn, a family reunion in a country house, an anniversary weekend in a cottage with friends. A chef turns the dining table into the centre of the weekend.
Holiday lets come with kitchens you've never seen. Before you book, ask the property for a list of the oven, hob, fridge space, crockery and glassware, and share it with the chef. Many chefs prepare elements in advance and bring the equipment they rely on.
The Cotswolds spans several counties, mainly Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire, with parts of Wiltshire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire and Somerset. Distances between villages can be long and the lanes narrow, so agree travel and timings in advance, especially for multi-day bookings.
Private Chef Finder is a directory. Browse the chefs below, contact the ones you like directly, and agree the menu, price and details with them.
What to look for in a chef here
- Experience cooking in holiday lets with unfamiliar kitchens.
- Multi-day options: a supper on arrival, a celebration dinner and a brunch.
- Clear travel terms across a large, rural area.
- Help with crockery, glassware and staff for bigger groups.
Areas covered
Private chefs work across the Cotswolds, including the places below. Each chef sets their own travel area, so check the areas on their profile or ask them.
- Cirencester
- Tetbury
- Malmesbury
- Stow-on-the-Wold
- Bourton-on-the-Water
- Moreton-in-Marsh
- Chipping Campden
- Broadway
- Burford
- Bibury
- Painswick
- Chipping Norton
Private chefs in the Cotswolds
Planning your evening
Chef at home
What a chef does in your kitchen, what they bring and what to expect on the day.
Read moreDinner party chefs
Menus, guest numbers, serving and clearing up for a dinner party at home.
Read moreWhat a private chef costs
Published UK prices by guest numbers, and what to check in a quote.
Read moreFrequently Asked Questions
Can a private chef cook in a Cotswold holiday cottage?
Yes. Check that the property allows outside caterers, then share the kitchen details with the chef so they can plan the menu and bring anything that's missing.
Can I book a private chef for a whole weekend in the Cotswolds?
Some chefs offer weekend bookings covering several meals. Ask how they price it and what's included, such as breakfast supplies, staff or clearing up after each meal.
How far ahead should I book a chef for a Cotswolds weekend?
As soon as you've confirmed the property. Popular summer weekends and the run-up to Christmas fill quickly for both houses and chefs.
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