• Guests enjoying live acoustic music and seasonal cocktails on the Chapter One all-weather terrace during our August Bank Holiday celebration.

    A Taste of Summer at Chapter One

    Hosted by Chef Patron Andrew McLeish in our award-winning Locksbottom dining room, ‘A Taste of Summer’ is an exclusive Bank Holiday fine dining event on Sunday, 24th August. Guests will enjoy a spectacular six-course modern European tasting menu celebrating seasonal Kentish produce, complete with live acoustic music and curated wine pairings.

    An Exclusive Summer Celebration


    24th August 2025

    Please note that the dishes below represent a sample tasting menu; to discover Chef Patron Andrew McLeish’s latest seasonal creations showcasing trusted local suppliers, we invite you to view our current fine dining menus.

    Experience ‘A Taste of Summer’ on Sunday, 24th August, as we celebrate the season’s finest flavours with an exclusive Bank Holiday gastronomic event.

    As the golden days of late summer draw near, we invite you to savour a specially curated modern European tasting menu. Expertly crafted by Chef Patron Andrew McLeish, each dish bursts with the freshest seasonal Kentish produce sourced from trusted regional growers.

    Expect vibrant, masterfully prepared dishes paired with our signature Locksbottom hospitality in a sophisticated fine dining atmosphere. Whether you are celebrating a romantic evening or gathering with close friends, this curated culinary experience is the perfect way to elevate your long Bank Holiday weekend.

    From 7:00 pm – Begin your evening with delicate appetisers, freshly shucked Maldon Rock oysters, and a glass of Champagne on our stylish all-weather terrace, accompanied by live acoustic music.

    Dinner is served from 7:45 pm – A spectacular six-course summer tasting menu follows, beautifully paired with an exclusive wine flight selected from our AA Notable Wine List by our expert sommelier partners.

    Relax with us and enjoy Live Music until 11:30 pm.

    • Crystal Champagne flutes poured for guests arriving at our exclusive Taste of Summer fine dining event in Locksbottom.

      Our Bank Holiday Weekend Tasting Menu


      MENU

      Sample menu only, view current menus.

      Hot and cold canapés with a live oyster station on the Terrace

      Velouté of curried mussels

      Pressed tomato terrine, basil pesto and Cantabrian anchovy

      Ravioli of chicken and Scottish girolles with cavolo nero and girolles sauce

      Lake District Farmers roasted beef fillet, caramelised Jerusalem artichoke, roasted foie gras and black truffle jus

      Sainte Maure goats cheese, French black figs and Chapter One honey

      Iced Valrhona white chocolate parfait, poached brambles, and blackberry sorbet

      Petits fours

      Spaces are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment.

      • Lake District Farmers roasted beef fillet paired with caramelised Jerusalem artichoke, demonstrating the award-winning culinary excellence of Chef Andrew McLeish.
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        CHAPTER ONE RESTAURANT LTD.
        Farnborough Common
        Locksbottom, Orpington
        Kent BR6 8NF

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        RESERVATION HOURS
        LUNCH
        Wednesday to Thursday
        12:00 - 2:00pm

        Friday to Saturday
        12.00 - 2:30pm

        Sunday
        12:00 - 3:00pm

        DINNER
        Wednesday to Thursday
        6:00pm - 9:00pm

        Friday to Saturday
        6:00pm - 9:30pm

        Restaurant Closed
        Monday and Tuesday