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PURE FIRE COOKING PLEASURE

Cooking Mini Break with Charlie Oven – A Fire-Cooking Retreat in Cornwall

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    🔥 Join Our Popular Fire-Cooking Retreat in Cornwall

    Following the incredible success of last year’s retreat, we’re thrilled to return for our second year at the stunning Tresillian House in Cornwall! This immersive food-filled weekend is perfect for passionate food lovers and fire-cooking enthusiasts eager to learn new skills and enjoy unforgettable feasts.

    Led by Charlie and a lineup of regional guest chefs, you'll explore a variety of cooking techniques using the Charlie Oven while savoring delicious dishes in a relaxed, countryside setting.

    🍽️ What to Expect at the Cornwall Cooking Retreat

    • Hands-on Cooking Classes with expert chefs
    • Delicious Seasonal Feasts cooked over fire
    • Luxury Accommodation at Tresillian House
    • Relaxing Activities like optional morning swims and countryside walks

    Check out our video from last year's retreat. 

    🗓️ Foodie Weekend Itinerary: 9–12 October 2025

    Thursday, 9th OctoberArrival & Welcome

    🕓 4:00 PM – Arrival & Welcome Cream Tea
    🍸 7:00 PM – Cocktails & Relaxed Welcome Dinner with Drinks

    Friday, 10th OctoberBread, Pizza & Seafood

    🌅 8:00 AM – Optional Early Swim or Walk
    🍳 9:00 AM – Hearty Breakfast at Tresillian
    🍕 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Pizza & Bread-Making Class
    🐟 4:00 PM – Mediterranean Fish & Seafood Feast
    🍷 7:30 PM – Dinner with Drinks

    Saturday, 11th OctoberBrunch & Meat Feast

    🍳 9:00 AM – Brunch Cooking Class
    🥩 Evening – Autumnal Meat Feast with Seasonal Vegetables

    Sunday, 12th OctoberFarewell Breakfast

    🌊 Optional Early Swim or Walk
    🍳 Big Cooked Breakfast & Farewell

     

    🏡 Luxury Accommodation at Tresillian House

    Relax in one of Tresillian House’s beautiful ensuite rooms:
    🛏️ Twin, Double, or Deluxe Double options available.

    Prices are per person (based on two sharing). For single occupancy rates, please contact us directly.

     

    🍷 What’s Included in the Cooking Mini Break

    ✔️ All expert-led cooking classes and workshops
    ✔️ All meals, snacks, and drinks throughout the weekend
    ✔️ Luxury ensuite accommodation
    ✔️ Optional countryside walks and morning swims

     

    📢 Book Your Spot for the Cornwall Cooking Retreat 2025

    Spaces are limited, and this event sold out last year!

    [Reserve Your Spot Now] and experience why this retreat is a must for every food lover!


     

    What's included

    Breakfasts and cooking feasts with wine and beer and cocktails with the meals.
    Honesty bar available after dinner.
    Massage (optional extra fee)
    Mackerel fishing (optional extra fee).

    Your Hosts

    Jonny and Alan, both ex-Londoners with a rich hospitality background, will be your hosts. Jonny has opened restaurants for Mark Hix, managed The Groucho Club restaurants, and opened Tapas Brindisa in Borough Market. Together, they bring their vast experience to create a memorable weekend.

    Directions

    Getting Here
    By Air: Newquay Airport (a 15-minute drive)
    By Train: Bodmin Parkway Station (a 25-minute drive)
    By Car: Detailed directions provided upon booking

    Foodie Weekend Retreat, 9 to 12 October 2025 - Charlie Oven
    Foodie Weekend Retreat, 9 to 12 October 2025 - Charlie Oven
    Foodie Weekend Retreat, 9 to 12 October 2025 - Charlie Oven
    Foodie Weekend Retreat, 9 to 12 October 2025 - Charlie Oven
    Foodie Weekend Retreat, 9 to 12 October 2025 - Charlie Oven
    Foodie Weekend Retreat, 9 to 12 October 2025 - Charlie Oven
    Foodie Weekend Retreat, 9 to 12 October 2025 - Charlie Oven
    Foodie Weekend Retreat, 9 to 12 October 2025 - Charlie Oven
    Foodie Weekend Retreat, 9 to 12 October 2025 - Charlie Oven

    Previous Masterclasses

    Tresillian Foodie Retreat 2024

    Testimonials

    We had such a fun time, and learnt lots of tips from Andrew. Owning a Charlie is to be a member of a special community of outdoor cooks, sharing recipes and ideas and meeting up. Long may it continue. Thank you Tara and Neil. You are amazing!

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    Fantastic weekend at Tresillion House in Newquay Cornwall. Very well organised hands on event with guest chef Andrew Clark showing us new cooking techniques and food combinations with some amazing top quality ingredients. Thank you Charlie Ovens for organising this event, I would go back tomorrow and highly recommend this to anyone else looking to improve there outdoor cooking skills. Lots of fun and laughter was had by all in a fantastic location. Thank you again regards Chris

    Chris, Trustpilot

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    A brilliant weekend. Thanks to all involved. Andrew is a superb chef but is also inspiring. It will help us be more adventurous with our Charlie cooking. Venue and hospitality all great. We would certainly go to another Charlie masterclass.

    Rosemary and David, Trustpilot

    Excellent weekend at Tresillian house. Johnny’s a great host and super cooking from Andrew.

    Hugh, Trustpilot