nanstallon · near bodmin
Seasonal cooking in the Cornish countryside
Thoughtful food, relaxed hospitality, and the best of what's around us. Set in a quiet farm in North Cornwall.
In the heart of North Cornwall
welcome to fern
Where thoughtful cooking and relaxed hospitality come together.
local produce · seasonal thinking · flavour first
Fern is a countryside restaurant near Bodmin, led by the seasons and built around the best produce we can get our hands on from Cornwall and across the UK.
The menus bring together trusted suppliers, fresh seafood, Cornish spirits and gently nostalgic British cooking with a modern touch.
Relaxed, generous and thoughtful. Food that feels special without feeling formal.
the kitchen
Rooted in the seasons.
from Cornwall, and beyond
The kitchen at Fern follows the seasons naturally, using ingredients at their best and building menus around what excites the team at that moment.
We work closely with growers, fishermen, farmers and producers from Cornwall and across the UK, creating dishes with depth, balance and real attention to flavour.
The result is cooking that feels distinctly Fern. Creative, confident and full of character, while always rooted in enjoyment.
seasonal moments
A few moments from the room.
Quiet afternoons, busy services, the produce that arrived this morning - small glimpses of a week at Fern.
the menus
Best of the season.
Our most loved dishes & drinks - crafted for every quiet, generous moment at Fern.
Fern Fried Chicken
12 spice buttermilk fried chicken, hot honey, crispy chilli & garlic, kohlrabi & fennel salad, herb ranch.
Aral farm beets
Cornish yarg custard, orange and walnut
Baked Cod
Fowey mussels, curry sauce, sea fennel
Mushroom rice
Spenwood, pickled onion, stout caramel
Roasted and glazed Aral farm carrots
chick pea , dukkah
Crispy pigs
burnt apple and leek
BBQ Octopus
ponzu dressing, furikake , kohlrabi
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À la Carte
Seasonal dishes led by local produce, fresh seafood and modern British cooking.
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Chef's Selection
Seasonal dishes led by local produce, fresh seafood and modern British cooking.
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Wine
Seasonal dishes led by local produce, fresh seafood and modern British cooking.
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Cocktails & Beers
Seasonal dishes led by local produce, fresh seafood and modern British cooking.
the chef
From kitchens across Britain to the heart of Cornwall.
Michelin-level experience, relaxed Cornish hospitality
At the helm of Fern is Paul Welburn, a chef whose cooking is rooted in British seasons, local produce and years spent at the highest level.
Paul’s approach is simple: respect the ingredient, avoid waste, and let the produce lead the dish.
His food is gently nostalgic, carefully balanced and deeply connected to its surroundings.
the bar
A bar with the same care as the kitchen.
The bar at Fern follows the same thinking as the food: good ingredients, proper attention to detail, and a strong connection to Cornwall.
Expect Cornish spirits, local beers, seasonal cocktails and wines from independent producers.
Whether you’re stopping in for a drink or settling in for the evening – the bar is part of the Fern experience.
Find us
Pendewey Farm, Stoney Lane, Nanstallon, Nr Bodmin, PL31 2QX
visit
Tucked away, worth the journey.
rooted in Cornwall
Fern sits in the village of Nanstallon, just outside Bodmin and close to the Camel Trail.
The kind of place to discover during a walk, a ride, or an afternoon exploring North Cornwall – somewhere to stop for a drink on the terrace, settle in for lunch, or spend the evening over dinner and cocktails.
— kind words
WHAT OUR GUESTS SAY…
F P
Local guide · 14 reviews
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Beautiful little restaurant in a nice, calming location. The lunch menu is excellent and reasonably priced in my opinion for how good the food was - the lamb was especially fantastic. And their desserts were exquisite. Wine selection is great and the service was friendly and attentive. Absolutely returning.
May 22, 2026
Nathan
Local guide · 14 reviews
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Best new restaurant in the area, highly recommend. It’s good having an option inland as opposed to the touristy coastal hotspots. Very reasonable prices at the moment, I hope it stays this way.\n\nOur server Jonathan was very good. Welcoming, attentive and talkative. He gave us some great travel tips which was appreciated.
January 26, 2026
Zoe Bongard
Local guide · 14 reviews
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Absolutely sublime - one of the best meals we’ve ever had, the food was exquisite, drinks delicious, the staff wonderful, the setting stunning and dog friendly to boot, only disappointed we aren’t local, but I’ll be basing my next holiday on coming back here and I’ll visit more than once 👌
February 14, 2026
on the map
How to find Fern.
Free parking on site. A short drive from Bodmin, Wadebridge and the A30 — and walkable from the Camel Trail.
Address
Pendewey Farm,
Stoney Lane,
Nanstallon,
Nr Bodmin, PL31 2QX
By car
5 min from the A30 · Free parking
By bike / foot
On the Camel Trail near Nanstallon