Mark Birchall

Like many chefs, I started out washing dishes in a local pub kitchen and waiting tables. It didn’t take long to realise that I wanted to be a chef—the buzz, the teamwork, the energy—it was intoxicating. As I worked in different kitchens, I knew I wanted to learn from the best and, one day, lead a Michelin-starred restaurant. When we opened Moor Hall in March 2017, our goal was to create a world-class destination. The ambition to earn 3 MICHELIN Stars felt outrageous, but that dream has become a reality. I’m incredibly fortunate to have the support of my amazing partners, Andy & Tracey, my wife Jenn, and my family. And, of course, our unbelievably talented team—many of whom have been with us from day one. They are what makes Moor Hall what it is every single day. Thank you to @michelinguide and to everyone who has been part of this journey. ⭐️⭐️⭐️ ☘️ #MichelinGuide #MichelinStars #ThreeMichelinStars #Gastronomy #UKRestaurants #RestaurantAwards #ChefLife #Achievement #Lancashire #NorthWest

Three MICHELIN Stars ⭐⭐⭐ 🍀✅ Meet Chef @markbirchall of @restaurantmoorhall A master of flavor and precision, Chef Mark and his team have taken their craft to new heights—where every ingredient, many from the kitchen garden, is honed to perfection. Set in a beautifully restored 16th-century country house, with a Scandic-style dining room, Moor Hall offers a dining experience where simplicity and complexity exist in perfect harmony. 📍 Aughton, United Kingdom A special thank you to our partner @lafont_chr @lafont_hospitality_uk for sponsoring this video! #MICHELINGuide #MoorHall #MICHELINStar #ThreeMICHELINStars #ExceptionalCuisine #MICHELINGuideGBI #MICHELINGuide25

// STRAWBERRY SEASON // Malling Centenary Strawberries, sweet cicely and cream cheese…

9 years of the @nationalrestaurantawards top 100. Incredible work by the best! @nationalrestaurantawards

It was a real privilege to welcome @markbirchall to Essential Cuisine today. As part of the @craftguildofchefs National Chef of the Year catch-up, alongside @thomasfoodsuk and @meatandlivestockaustralia , we were proud to showcase both the Essential Cuisine and @anguspurebeef brands, sharing more about our product portfolios and passion for quality. We’re excited to build on this and look forward to collaborating more closely throughout the competition 💙

What a day celebrating the originals @theritzlondon A fantastic lunch in iconic surroundings. Thank you @johnwilliamschef for looking after us so well 🔥

Turbot, fried artichoke, mussel and herb sauce 🐟🌿 @restaurantmoorhall

The Barn at Moor Hall is the sort of place you go to when a simple meal won’t do, when the day calls for something a little more considered. Mark Birchall, the chef behind Moor Hall, a three-Michelin-star restaurant, brings a quietly assured style that is refined without being overstated and thoughtful without ever feeling forced. The menu follows the rhythm of the seasons, shaped by what is available locally at any given moment, with much of the produce drawn from their gardens or nearby growers. The cooking feels precise yet effortless, beautifully balanced, elegant and memorable. What elevates the experience further is the wine pairing, done perfectly, thoughtful, well paced and genuinely enhancing each course. It’s not just a meal, but an experience, one that unfolds from the setting to the final course, leaving a lasting impression. Set menus are available from Thursday to Saturday, priced from £52 per person for lunch and from £59 per person for dinner, and for the calibre of food and setting, it feels less like a splurge and more like something worth building a day around. 📍The Barn at Moor Hall, Prescot Rd, Aughton, Ormskirk L39 6RT @thebarnmh @restaurantmoorhall @markbirchall #manchesterfood #liverpoolfood #thebarnatmoorhall #michelinguide #ukcontentcreator

An incredible couple of days judging the 2026 @roux_scholarship Huge congratulations to the winner @harrisonbbrockington 🔥 📸 @jodihindsphotographer

Ladies Day 2026 🐎✨

MICHELIN 2026 - Three MICHELIN Stars Exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey! 🔥 #MICHELINGUIDEGBI

Reminder... there are just 2 Weeks left to enter the Master of Culinary Arts! ⏳ Recognised as the ultimate accolade across the hospitality industry, the MCA celebrates the very best in kitchen, service and pastry. Since its inception, the award has become a benchmark of excellence, with past winners representing the highest standards in their respective fields. Inspired and supported by iconic chefs Michel Bourdin and Albert and Michel Roux OBEs, the MCA was inaugurated in 1987 when it was originally known as the MeilleurOuvrier de Grande Bretagne and based on the MeilleurOuvrier de France. This year’s MCA will be overseen by an esteemed panel of honorary judges: 🌟@markbirchall , Chef Patron, @restaurantmoorhall , Honorary Judge - Kitchen 🌟 Alain Roux, @rouxwatersideinnbray and @alainrouxculinaryschoolbray , Honorary Judge - Pastry 🌟@thomas.kochs , Managing Director, @claridgeshotel , Honorary Judge - Service Entries close 31st March, so don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your talent and commitment to culinary excellence. 🔗 Find out more and submit your entry today. In association with our official Champagne partner @champagne_bollinger , our Headline Education Sponsor the @uniwestlondon and our Headline Equipment Sponsor @unoxukltd #MasterOfCulinaryArts #RACA #CulinaryExcellence #Chefs #PastryChefs #HospitalityProfessionals