Dine

Our triple-height Great Barn restaurant offers a fabulous foodie experience at the heart of Suffolk. Our Kitchen Garden produce, combined with the best of East Anglian artisan food producers, allows our team to create seasonal menus that reflect our organic bounty. We are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. Come and join us for some delicious produce created by our talented team.

Christmas Day Dining 2024

Join us for a fabulous celebration in The Great Barn this Christmas Day. Enjoy a chilled glass of fizz on arrival followed by a six course lunch.

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Wine & Cocktails

Enjoy a cocktail or two as you watch the sun go down over the idyllic Suffolk countryside on our south-facing terrace. We also have a fantastic selection of wines available from crisp whites to full bodied reds and fruity rosés.

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Dinner

The Great Barn is a spectacular venue to dine in the Suffolk countryside and tranquillity of Retreat East. With its seasonal menu created in our kitchen, our team would be delighted to host for you a romantic meal for two, or a get-together between family and friends. Dining in The Great Barn is Monday - Saturday from 6.00 pm to 8.30 pm.

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Breakfast

Available every day from 8.30 am to 10.30 am in The Great Barn, our guests can enjoy a range of breakfast dishes including a selection of English Muffins, fluffy pancakes and a full Suffolk breakfast. The Retreat East breakfast menu is the perfect accompaniment to your time with us whether you are staying with us or are visiting and looking for a hearty breakfast in Suffolk.

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All Day Dining

We believe in the healing power of food, with wellbeing at the very heart of why we created Retreat East. This is represented in the ethos around our menu with simple, seasonal, healthy dishes. Join us for a delicious feast at our restaurant in Suffolk.

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New years eve

Ring in the New Year in style at Retreat East! Begin the evening with a sparkling welcome at 6.15pm and toast to new beginnings. Indulge in a delicious five-course dinner at 7pm in The Great Barn restaurant. Enjoy live music from our resident musician Peter Hepworth, during your feast before dancing the night away to our DJ. Price per person: £110

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Festive Afternoon Tea

If you are looking for an indulgent Afternoon Tea in Suffolk, try a selection of delicious sweet & savoury delights from our new Afternoon Tea menu. From freshly baked scones with clotted cream & strawberry jam to homemade cakes, pastries, sandwiches, and Dingley Dell sausage rolls. Whether you are looking to treat someone special or want to treat yourself to a little luxury, you’ll enjoy the Retreat East Afternoon Tea experience. Our afternoon tea is £30.00 per person with an option to upgrade to our Sparkling Afternoon Tea, which includes a glass of bubbly for £36.00 per person. Please note, our Festive Afternoon Tea will be served from 25th November.

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Festive Feasting - A La Carte

Join us this December for a Festive Feasting in The Great Barn restaurant. Ideal for your work Christmas parties, intimate gatherings, or simply cherishing moments with your nearest and dearest.

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Sunday Dining

There is no better way to spend a Sunday than with a decadent roast dinner followed by a stroll in the English countryside. At Retreat East, you can have the best of both with our traditional roast and idyllic location. Join us for Sunday dining from 12pm-7.30pm.

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Kitchen Garden

Our organic farm garden sits at the top of the site next to our wild flower meadow.

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