Looking for somewhere to celebrate a special occasion? Nestled in the beautiful Woburn Estate Deer Park, Paris House offers an exceptional private dining experience in a unique setting. This historic Tudor-style manor, originally built for the Rue des Nations in Paris in 1878, was transported piece by piece to its current home in Bedfordshire by the 9th Duke of Bedford. Today, it combines period charm with elegant, contemporary dining.
Surrounded by countryside views and stylish interiors, the space features leaded windows, chandelier lighting, dark grey walls, green velvet seating and leather banquettes, creating a refined yet inviting atmosphere. The intimate private dining room accommodates 10 to 14 guests, making it perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, family reunions or business dinners. Larger parties can hire the entire restaurant for lunch, dinner, or an all-day celebration, seating up to 34 guests in the main dining room.
Executive chef Phil Fanning crafts menus rooted in seasonal British produce, designed around natural flavour pairings. The six-course tasting menu might include mackerel with compressed cucumber, burnt leek and buttermilk dressing, Waldorf salad with pickled walnut and poached grapes, sea bass with tomato and aubergine terrine, barbecue heritage beef, and Basque cheesecake. A four-course menu offers a slightly pared-down version, while a carefully considered wine pairing is also available.
Afternoon tea here is reimagined with creative, gourmet flair. Savouries include Lincolnshire smoked poacher and ham brioche toasty or crispy blue cheese with smoked paprika, followed by inventive sweets such as carrot cake with spiced carrot gel and strawberry coconut and Thai basil macaron.
For an unforgettable extra, guests can book a private horse-drawn carriage ride through the estate before enjoying a sumptuous tasting menu. With its remarkable history, serene setting, exceptional service and inventive cuisine, Paris House offers a private dining experience designed to make your celebration truly unforgettable.