The wild table
The Wild Table is an immersive dining experience born from a shared love for slow living, nature, and exceptional food. Chef Mel Brown, from The Laundry, provides the multi-course feast and the stories behind every ingredient; the Browning brothers provide a woodland sanctuary entirely free from outside distractions.
Our woodland restaurant only pops up twice a year. Next dates: 18 – 20 September
the journey
A walk through the trees, passing organic sculptures handmade by Archie and Lucy Browning.
Canapés and a seasonal welcome drink crafted with local spirits and wild ingredients.
02/ the glade
01/ the arrival
03/ the restaurant
Open-air communal dining set deep beneath the forest canopy.
04/ the feast
A multi-course seasonal menu by Mel Brown, cooked over fire, often with a few surprises.
05/ the night
06/ the morning
Wake up to a fire-cooked campfire breakfast before heading back to reality.
An optional stay. Skip the drive home and retreat to our luxury glamping tents, just a short walk away.
AS SEEN IN
Part Kiwi, Part British, Part Bistro.
Meet The Laundry
The Laundry is a Brixton-based bistro and wine shop led by New Zealand-born chef and sommelier Melanie Brown. Known for its ingredient-led dishes, seasonal cooking, and relaxed atmosphere, the restaurant has become a South London favourite for good reason.
Mel brings years of experience in both kitchens and wine cellars, with a background that spans high-end hospitality and a deep knowledge of food provenance. Her food is big on flavour, low on fuss, and always rooted in what’s fresh, local, and best in season.
For this event, she’s stepping away from the pass and cooking over fire in the woods. You’ll taste the same passion and precision you’d find at her Brixton restaurant - just with a few more trees and a lot more stars.
Where to find us
Teybrook Orchard
Brook Rd, Essex
CO6 1JE
Train: Marks Tey station (direct from Liverpool Street/Stratford) - Browning Bros. is a 5- 10-minute drive.
Driving: Parking is available on-site.
Taxis:
Simple Taxis: 01376 422423
Five Eights: 01206 588888
Five Sevens: 01206 577777
Uber is also available