The Garden by Maison François at Nevill Holt Festival will be serving up style and flavour from 30 May to 22 June 2025. Set in the beautiful grounds of Nevill Holt in Leicestershire, this new French pop-up restaurant brings fine dining to festival-goers and food lovers alike.
You don’t need an opera ticket to book a table, which makes this a great summer day trip, especially for foodies looking for something special.

What to Expect from The Garden by Maison François
- 🥖 French favourites done right
Enjoy a classic brasserie-style menu. Think oeufs mayonnaise, moules marinière, ratatouille, steak frites, and those dreamy desserts Maison François is known for. - 🌸 A beautiful garden dining space
Head gardener Andy Bretherick and the team have transformed the area into a blooming, pot-filled paradise. Many of the ingredients are grown right on the estate or sourced locally. - 🎭 Dinner and a show?
Guests attending Cosi fan tutte can enjoy the special three-course ‘Summer Menu’ during the long interval. A perfect pairing of opera and cuisine.
How to Get Tickets for The Garden by Maison François
You can book in advance without a festival ticket. Walk-ins are welcome with a garden pass.
🍽 Menu highlights:
- Summer Set Menu: £65 for 3 courses
- À la carte dishes: £4.50 – £25
- Kids’ menu and bar snacks available too
Secure your table now to enjoy French elegance in a countryside setting.
— Book Your Table
Press & Reviews
This partnership between Nevill Holt Festival and Maison François is generating a real buzz — it’s one of the most exciting food collaborations to hit the UK festival scene in 2025.
🍴 Will you be dining in the garden? Let me know in the comments or tag me on socials with your favourite dish!