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FAQs

What’s included in the retreat?

Daily breakfast and lunches, all activities and meals in the itinerary at the property. Local travel included. All facilities, bikes and equipment included.

Flights are not included. Collection and return from Bordeaux, Toulouse, Agen, Bergerac and Saint Emilion are provided by us for an additional fee of £50pp each way if shared journey with other guests or £150 if private.

Can I book a room or suite with friends?

Yes! Rooms comfortably accommodate 2 friends and we can arrange for single beds to be put in the rooms if required.

Can 3 people book?

The Master Suite and one of the Deluxe rooms can accommodate 3 people. After checkout send us an email and we can arrange. A surcharge of £500 will be added for the additional guest.

Can I book by myself?

Yes. After booking the room you would like, please send us an email and indicate if you would like to have the room privately or who you would like to be in the room with if open to sharing and we will do our best to accommodate. If booking solo for a private room the total experience cost is reduced by 10%.

Where does the trip start and end?

The experience starts officially when you check in at 3pm on a Wednesday and ends when you check out at 12 noon on Sunday.

We can happily meet you at airports and arrange pick ups and dropoffs inside and outside these hours. If you are traveling by car your room will be ready 2.30pm-3pm but you’re welcome to unwind from 2pm.

Wheelchair friendly/accessible?

Our main dining room, event space and many of our terraces are fully accessible to wheelchair users. We also have one garden room with accessible shower and toilet facilities that can be converted into a bedroom for those with accessibility requirements. 

Unfortunately, due to the age and layout of the property, there are certain areas that are not fully accessible. However, we strive to be as welcoming and inclusive as possible, so please do contact us if you require any information to help plan your trip or would like a video tour of the property. We’ll help in any way we can!

Are pets allowed?

We have two beautiful farm cats helping take care of the property! As well as our cats we welcome guide dogs for the visually impaired.

Is there an age requirement?

Yes the minimum age is 18 years old.

Adults only?

For our first curated retreats the experience has been designed for adults only. For private events or if you take over the full space then we fully welcome all ages.

How do we get around the farm and local area?

We have 4 electric ebikes (high spec) and 10 hybrid road bikes that you can book (free of charge) and 2 pool cars that our team can use to organise trips to the shops and villages with you.

The nearest village is a 10 minute cycle or 4 minute drive away. The bustling town of  Lectoure and picturesque village of La Romieu are a 40 minute cycle/15 minute drive.

The cars have roof racks so feel free to cycle and be collected afterwards or vice versa.

Immediately on the farm doorstep are acres and acres of countryside with plenty of lovely walks, cycle routes and rivers to enjoy.

Is the experience fully plant based?

Yes! All the food served at the farm is vegan friendly and the two suggested restaurants in the itinerary are preparing a bespoke menu specially for our PB guests.

Cancellation Policy

If canceling a booking within 48 hours of placing your booking you will receive a full refund. Please note, the 48 hour period begins when you place your initial booking. Cancellation after this period incurs cancellation fees, depending on how far in advance you cancel:

60 days notice 100% minus deposit

45 days notice 50% minus deposit 

30 days notice 25% minus deposit 

Please email (thefarm@plates-london.com) to request cancellation.

Is a deposit required?

Yes – a deposit of £200-250 pp is taken depending on the room tier selected.

Is a payment plan available?

Yes. Payment plans are available, please contact (thefarm@plates-london) if you’d like to activate. Deposit at time of booking. The full balance is due before arrival.

Nature. Cuisine. 
Creativity.

That’s the wellbeing promise of Plates’ Farm and Retreat in the south west of France.
Be the first to experience a 4-day stay.

Grounded in nature.

The farm is nestled in the heart of the French countryside outside the spa town of Lectoure, equidistant to both Bordeaux and Toulouse Airports (transfers available).

A Perfect Time.

Our 4 night retreat offers enough time to unwind and experience, but not too much time away from life as you normally know it. There is of course also the opportunity to extend your stay in the local area, perhaps exploring regions around Bordeaux and Toulouse.

The four Night retreats run Wednesday to Sunday. Packages start from £1000 pp based on two people sharing a room.

This price includes breakfast, lunch and one evening banquet during the experience prepared by Plates’ expert team of chefs. The farm is available for group bookings and events on request (sleeping 14).

Itinerary

Wednesday
Join us from midmorning, familiarise yourself with the farm and join us for lunch.  In the evening a simple ‘grazing’ menu will be served in our communal setting.

Thursday
Start the day with (optional) guided meditation before breakfast. Join Keeley for an afternoon creative workshop, the themes of which change weekly. In the evening we have arranged transport and a curated meal at one of Kirk and Keeley’s favourite restaurants in Lectoure. For those who want to fire up their appetite, e-bikes are available.

Friday
Breakfast and lunch will be served on the farm. These can be complemented by massages and guided meditation on site, or should you wish to explore further afield, we have suggested walks and bike routes. The evening is up to you. Cook here, alongside our chefs, or head to another of our recommended local restaurants.

Saturday
Accompany Plates’ chefs of their weekly trip to the morning farmers market in Lectoure and enjoy some local delicacies for lunch.
In the evening, enjoy a unique Plates tasting menu banquet at the main barn from 8pm.

Sunday
One last beautiful morning and breakfast before check out at 11am.

Working farm. 
Luxury retreat.

Balance is at the heart of everything ‘Plates’, and perhaps no more so than on our farm and retreat.

Our unique offering balances a deeper connection to food with the deep relaxation and escapism that only nature can offer.

From foraging with our chefs or sampling the new dishes out of our test kitchen, to saunas, ice baths and yoga. That’s balance.

Food

Food is central to any farm, of course.
But here the connection is even deeper.

The farm is also home to a communal cooking space, where guests can can cook, learn and experiment alongside Kirk’s development kitchen. (Samples, anyone?)

All rates include breakfast, lunch and one evening banquet during the experience prepared by Plates’ expert team of chefs.

On the other evenings, we offer curated experiences at Kirk and Keeley’s favourite local restaurants, though you are of course free to dine as you please.

Our chefs will also be available to escort guests on local farmers market trips and work alongside other guests to create their own dishes.

Stay.

The farm has seven luxury en-suite rooms. The two large kitchens, several drawing rooms, pool and gym are shared spaces to make your own. If solitude is the order of the day, there are acres of land to wander, cosy nooks and private spaces to find it in.
The whole place is for you to enjoy.

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Events

Plates has a strong and innovative 
history of collaborating with brands. 
We view the farm as an opportunity to to take these experiences to another level.
If you have an idea for an event you’d like the farm to host, we are open to discuss and collaborate.

Plates & Partners

The farm will host a series of special events and festivals curated by and in collaboration with some of our incredible partners and friends.

Situated in the heart of the southwestern French countryside.

32 km north of Auch, 30 km south of Agen and approximately 76 km northwest of Toulouse.

We offer convenient, chauffeured airport transfer services for both arrivals and departures. Additionally, we provide collection services from Agen train station, connecting with the high-speed TGV trains from Paris, Bordeaux, and Toulouse.

The Eurostar will be connecting London 
to Bordeaux from 2026

The best of the region

Bordeaux

1hr by train every 30 mins 1.5hr Car Shuttle available 

Bordeaux, a city where historic charm meets avant-garde elegance, offers a captivating blend of world-class wine, chic boutiques, and riverside allure.

Toulouse 


1hr by train every 20 mins 1.30 
Car – Shuttle available


Toulouse, the ‘Pink City,’ radiates warmth with its terracotta hues, vibrant arts scene, and effortlessly cool café culture along the Garonne.

Lectoure


10 mins by car or 30 by bike

Perched on a sun-kissed hilltop, Lectoure enchants with its timeless stone streets, thermal springs, and the laid-back allure of French countryside chic.

Nérac

20 mins by car 1hr by bike

Nérac, a hidden gem along the Baïse River, whispers of Gascony’s royal past with its medieval charm, enchanting châteaux, and serene riverside allure.

Agen


20 mins by car, 8 mins by bike

Agen, famed for its plump prunes and rich history, blends riverside tranquility with a vibrant market culture that captures the essence of southwestern France.

Saint Émilion

1hr 20 by car

Saint-Émilion, a fairy-tale village surrounded by legendary vineyards, beckons with its cobbled streets, medieval charm, and world-renowned wine heritage.

La Romieu

20 mins by car 1hr by bike

La Romieu, a storybook village wrapped by sunflowers and beautiful botanical herb gardens, captivates with its towering abbey and a tranquil ambiance that feels lost in time.