This summer, Fortnum & Mason is heading to the picturesque Cornish coast, introducing a trio of their renowned ‘Eau de Nil’ coloured beach huts, now available for public bookings on the stunning cliffs of Watergate Bay, Cornwall. Collaborating with the esteemed chef, author, and restaurateur, Emily Scott, Fortnum’s extends an inviting call to holidaymakers for the ultimate summer experience at the beach.
Embracing the nostalgia of past summers spent along the British coastline, the iconic retailer offers this unique and joyful experience for a limited time, catering to those eager to relish the UK summer, especially with a significant number of Brits opting for staycations this year.
Within the comfort of these exquisite beach huts, adorned with handpicked homeware, including cosy rugs and blankets for cooler summer days, visitors can savour a chef-curated picnic menu crafted by Emily Scott Food. This delightful menu combines the finest, freshest dishes from local Cornish suppliers with the store’s signature picnic products.
Two picnic options are available, specially designed for two or four people. First, the “Seaside Picnic” presents crab sandwiches with summer tomatoes paired with shallots & basil, complemented by an array of delectable treats like fig leaf soft serve ice cream, Cornish Cheddar Truckle, and Fortnum’s Honey & Sauternes Savour, all accompanied by the refreshing Fortnum & Mason Sparkling Tea.
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For those seeking a more indulgent experience, the “Seaside Feast” offers an appetising array of delights, including Smoked Cornish trout, Exmoor caviar, and ale-infused treacle bread, alongside Coronation crab sandwiches, succulent local lobster, Scotch eggs, and a host of other delightful accompaniments.
The Fortnum & Mason beach huts, specially crafted by the retailer, will be open for bookings from the 17th of July until the 10th of September, operating between Tuesday and Saturday. Four-time slots per day are available: 12-2.30 pm, 2.45-5.15 pm, 5.30-8.15 pm, and 8.30 pm until sunset.
Each beach hut can be booked for two and a half hours, when a hamper is purchased.
Note that the beach huts will be closed from the 7th to the 14th of August.
For more information, visit www.fortnumandmason.com, or to make a booking, visit: www.emilyscottfood.com
