THE GREAT BUSTARD

The Woodford Valley
Salisbury

Located in the Woodford Valley near Salisbury, The Great Bustard is known for its produce-led menu and strong connection to the surrounding Wiltshire countryside.

I was commissioned to photograph a selection of dishes from the kitchen, focusing on the natural textures, colour and presentation of the food. Working with available light, the aim was to create a series of images that feel honest, appetising and reflective of the relaxed yet refined approach to cooking that defines The Great Bustard.

Client: The Great Bustard
Photography: Robin Quarrelle

Appetizer tray with smoked salmon, crackers, herb-seasoned salmon fillet, fresh greens, sour cream with chives, salmon roe, and caviar on a rustic wooden table
A dinner table with a metal roasting pan of cooked chicken drumsticks, a bowl of mashed potatoes with chopped chives, a glass of red wine, and various bowls of food, all on a rustic wooden table.
A man in a white shirt with a duck embroidered on the sleeve is serving food onto a plate at a wooden dining table. The table has a glass of red wine, a glass of water, and several dishes, including a bowl of what appears to be a savory dish. There is a small potted plant with green leaves on a windowsill, and the background includes a brick wall.
A dining table with various dishes and drinks, including a glass of beer, a glass of red wine, bowls of food, and utensils, set in a dimly lit restaurant with a wooden chair and a potted plant in the background.
Plate with fried chicken, mixed vegetables, and pasta on a wooden table.
A person pouring dark beer from a can into a glass labeled "The Great Bustard" at a dining table with a plate of food, a fork, knife, empty glasses, and a vase of red roses.
A white plate with fried chicken, garnished with green herbs and red chili slices, served over a bed of pasta salad with shredded vegetables, on a wooden table.
A white bowl filled with roasted vegetables, including beets and other root vegetables, garnished with microgreens and edible flowers, sitting on a wooden table with a glass of red wine nearby.
A wooden dining table set with three bowls of food, a glass of red wine, and a glass of what appears to be an orange drink. The background includes a dark wall with a window or door covered by a curtain, and a potted plant with variegated leaves placed on a shelf.
A white bowl containing cooked lentils, topped with a roasted lamb shank, surrounded by assorted garnishes and microgreens, on a wooden table.