High Grange
High Grange, Burrow Knap Way, Axminster, EX13 7ES
Member Overview
What is High Grange?
High Grange is an award-winning outdoor food, fire and wellbeing venue nestled in woodland on the edge of the Jurassic Coast in East Devon. Run by Luke and Sara Vandore-Mackay, High Grange specialises in fire cooking experiences, seasonal feasts, live-fire catering and wellbeing events, all inspired by nature, great food and the surrounding landscape.
Set within three acres of woodland in the Blackdown Hills, High Grange offers visitors the opportunity to reconnect with food, fire and the outdoors through unique experiences led by an expert team.
What does High Grange offer?
High Grange hosts a range of immersive outdoor experiences centred around live-fire cooking, seasonal dining and wellbeing. From hands-on Fire School courses and woodland feasts to private events and catering, every experience is designed to celebrate exceptional local ingredients and the joy of gathering around fire.
Visitors can enjoy:
- Fire School outdoor cooking courses
- Seasonal woodland feasts
- Live-fire catering
- Weddings and private celebrations
- Corporate events and team-building experiences
- Wellbeing retreats and events
- Food photography and filming location hire
- Creative collaborations and workshops
Our Specialities
High Grange is best known for:
- Fire cooking experiences
- Outdoor cooking classes
- Woodland feasting
- Seasonal dining events
- Live-fire catering
- Sustainable food experiences
- Jurassic Coast food tourism
- Wellbeing retreats
- Corporate events
- Outdoor hospitality
Why Choose High Grange?
High Grange offers a truly unique experience where food, nature and community come together. Founded by chef, food writer and fire-cooking expert Luke Vandore-Mackay, the venue combines professional culinary expertise with a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere in a stunning woodland setting.
Whether you're learning new skills at Fire School, enjoying a seasonal feast beneath the trees or hosting a special celebration, High Grange creates memorable experiences rooted in local ingredients, sustainability and a deep connection to place.
Where can you find High Grange?
High Grange is located in the Blackdown Hills National Landscape, near the village of Dalwood in East Devon, just 15 minutes from Lyme Regis and the Jurassic Coast.
The venue's secluded woodland setting offers the perfect countryside escape while remaining close to Devon's coastline, walking routes and local attractions.
Stay Nearby
While High Grange does not offer on-site accommodation, it provides recommendations for nearby places to stay, including boutique B&Bs, holiday cottages, pubs with rooms, glamping sites and luxury hotels in the surrounding area. You can find this on their website.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fire School?
Fire School is High Grange's hands-on outdoor cooking experience, where guests learn to cook over live fire using techniques such as smoking, grilling, roasting and pit cooking under expert guidance.
Do I need cooking experience to attend Fire School?
No. Fire School welcomes everyone, from complete beginners to experienced cooks looking to refine their live-fire cooking skills.
What are High Grange Feasts?
High Grange Feasts are seasonal dining experiences held in the woodland setting, showcasing locally sourced ingredients cooked over fire and shared in a relaxed communal atmosphere.
Can High Grange cater for weddings and events?
Yes. High Grange provides live-fire catering for weddings, private parties, corporate gatherings and special events
Is High Grange available for private hire?
Yes. The venue can be hired for celebrations, business events, photoshoots, filming, workshops and exclusive experiences.
Who runs High Grange?
High Grange is run by Luke and Sara Vandore-Mackay, who created the venue to combine their passions for food, hospitality, wellbeing and the outdoors
Where is High Grange located?
High Grange is situated near Dalwood in East Devon, within the Blackdown Hills and close to Lyme Regis and the Jurassic Coast.
What makes High Grange unique?
Its combination of woodland dining, outdoor fire cooking, wellbeing experiences and beautiful East Devon surroundings offers a memorable experience unlike a traditional restaurant or event venue.
Is High Grange suitable for corporate events?
Yes. High Grange hosts corporate events, team-building experiences and private group gatherings tailored to individual requirements.
What is the atmosphere like at High Grange?
Relaxed, welcoming and immersive, with experiences designed to bring people together around great food, open fire and the natural beauty of the Devon countryside.