An Invitation To The Table

Some places leave an indelible mark on the heart. Retford Park is one such place for me—a sanctuary of art, beautiful gardens and the quiet companionship of loyal dogs and family. In this memoir, I share the stories behind the tables we set, the lunches and dinners prepared and the years spent alongside James Fairfax, whose love of art and beauty touched every corner of the estate. Amid laughter and loss, behind polished silver and beneath the grandeur of Retford Park, this is a story of generations, of hard work, of quiet rituals and of the enduring moments that make a house a home. Join me at the table and step into a world where hospitality, artistry and companionship meet in harmony.