Our Neighbourhood
THE COURTHOUSE
Knutsford, Cheshire
A pillar of the Community…
Welcome to The Courthouse, Knutsford, a beloved pillar of our community.
For years, we have been proud to be a part of the fabric of this community, serving as a gathering place for locals and visitors alike. Our restaurant has been a staple for business lunches, romantic dinners, and special occasions, offering a cosy and elegant ambience with a menu of locally sourced ingredients prepared with care and expertise.
Our hotel is equally cherished, offering a comfortable and convenient place for travellers to stay while they explore our town and the surrounding areas. With spacious and well-appointed rooms, friendly staff, and a commitment to exceptional service, we have become a home away from home for many of our guests.
But our commitment to the community goes beyond just providing excellent dining and lodging. We are also proud supporters of local charities, non-profits, and community events, recognising the importance of giving back to the place that has given us so much.
So whether you’re looking for a delicious meal, a cosy room for the night, or simply a place to connect with your community, we invite you to join us at The Courthouse. We can’t wait to welcome you.
Knutsford itself is recognised for its boutique shops, local cafes and a strong culture of community. It is a melting pot of cultures, from Evuna which serves incredible tapas to Blossoms Boutique offering lovely womens clothing to Bath House which offers the very same botanical body washes, candles and perfumes that fragrance The Courthouse. Knutsford is a real melting pot of cultures as well as a blend of old and new, some of the shops on the high street have stood for over one hundred years to as recent as the last few years.
Knutsford neighbours the highly regarded National trust property – Tatton Park which features a 5 mile round walk of stunning parkland, a visit to the historic manor house or carefully curated gardens. Knutsford has its own train station and is a short five minute walk from the town centre, with main lines to Manchester and London within twenty minutes to two hours respectively.
The KNUTSFORD community
Suppliers & Community
If you’re a keen walker, Tatton Park offers a beautiful, scenic stroll around expansive parkland and experiencing the best of the Cheshire countryside. For a further afield adventure, it is well worth a visit to Glebe Farm located near Astbury, a petting farm where animals are free to be fed by visitors and a small farm shop attached. If adventure is more your thing, Astbury water park nearby has kayaks, canoes and small boats available to rent for a day out on the water. For the sportsperson amongst you, there are a number of local golf clubs at The Mere in Knutsford, Prestbury Golf Club and Styal Golf Club.
Integrating our hotel operations into the life of our local communities and society of our Cheshire is highly rewarding for Flat Cap and its employees. We believe that the local economic and social impact of our hotels can be managed positively and responsibly. At Flat Cap we believe our responsibility extends beyond our employees and guests but into the communities in which we operate within.
All our poultry produce is "Red Tractor Assured"
All our fish is supplied via "MSC" approved suppliers
We buy British where possible, taking into account food seasonality and quality of produce.
We check suppliers are acting ethically in sourcing and production
There are no endangered fish species used on our menus
Our People…
Our People are at the centre of all that we do. We want to celebrate our incredible team for all their hard work, from talented chefs, some of the best baristas in the business and mega mixologists, smiley servers and of course, our dedicated reception and housekeeping teams. The wonderful team at The Courthouse are here to make your experience one to remember… below are some of the friendly faces that work so hard to make your visit unforgettable.
Richard Tarran
General Manager
Richard has recently been appointed in his role as General Manager at The Courthouse and has taken this role in his stride, with a wealth of experience in the hospitality industry, Richard brings with him over twenty years of dedication to the industry, following a stint running his own pub. Richard is keenly involved in the local community and has promoted The Courthouse as a prominent venue on the high-street, supporting local businesses by hosting them for their regular meetings, whether that be the local women’s business to business circle or local shops on the high street. Richard has also focused on the overall customer experience at The Courthouse by supporting the creation of an innovative new drinks’ menu, his friendly customer facing charm is unmissable at The Courthouse and we are excited to see what Richard brings to The Courthouse in future.
Martyn Fallon
Head Chef / Exec Chef
Martyn is a tried and tested foodie with over 20 years experience in kitchens; we also think he’s coolest chef in the kitchen with an impressive collection of tattoos to boot. Martyn is passionate about crafting innovative menus using only the very best of British seasonal ingredients. Martyn is responsible for creating all of the menus across the group with his incredible, dedicated kitchen teams.
Sarah Fleury
Customer Experience Manager
Sarah joined Flat Cap Hotels in 2020 in her role as events coordinator and has quickly gauged the clientele for each venue because of her many years of experience in events and hospitality. She enjoys all aspects of her customer-faced role but most recently has championed the creation of ticketed events, from comedy nights to live music experiences which have seen great success. Sarah is particularly passionate about leading events that support women, from business-to-business support groups, to makeup masterclasses, to yoga and wellness groups designed to support women’s mental health, showcase their local businesses and much more. We look forward to seeing what events Sarah leads as she continues in her role at Flat Cap.
Brooke & Chloe
Duty Managers
Both Chloe and Brooke are incredible assets to The Courthouse and Flat Cap Hotels and they are the perfect example of two members of front of house staff who have wanted to progress keenly and quickly within the business, with the support of our Group Service Director, the People Team and Richard. Both Chloe and Brooke started at Flat Cap as servers and have rapidly progressed into the role of Duty Managers, through Flat Caps robust training program. Chloe is incredibly organized and is focused in her role on the administrative side of her role, from order placing to marketing, while Brooke is a friendly, customer focused member of the team that you will often see smiling through a busy service. Flat Cap is looking forward to seeing where the girls progress to next within the business.
Our Journal...
See the very best The Courthouse, Knutsford has to offer with our journal… keep track of key events, offers and experiences. Get to know our friendly Flat Cap team (and even some furry friends).
Ticketed Events at The Courthouse
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