Crown Inn, Craven Arms to host Masterchef's Georgia Davies

The event will feature Georgia Davies, who reached the final five of MasterChef: The Professionals 2026. It is due to take place on Wednesday November 25, subject to final confirmation.

Davies lives in London and grew up in Surrey, having spent much of her childhood in Normandy, France. She trained in Italy and specialises in seasonal food inspired by Mediterranean cuisine.

“From growing up in France and training in Italy, to my journey on Masterchef: The Professionals - every step has shaped the way I cook today,” Mrs Davies said.

Her menu has not yet been announced. The Crown is taking bookings while it waits for final confirmation from Davies.

The event follows a previous MasterChef-themed evening at the pub, when Luke Emmess served a menu based on dishes from the programme. Mr Emmess reached the final three of the competition.

His menu included cider-cured salmon, mustard-glazed salmon belly, burnt cauliflower and pickled walnut puree, crème fraîche and lovage sauce, crispy celery and apple, and toasted pumpkin seeds.

"It was a sell out it was great," said Sue Hayward.

The pub reported that it sold 20 out of 30 available tickets on the first day the event was advertised. 

“Last time the bar was completely full," said Mrs Hayward.

“It brought in a broader range of people from outside. Our restaurant is always busy so the local base is covered. It was about bringing the pub to a wider audience really."

The previous evening was held in the pub’s dining restaurant, with the bar also busy.

Rooms at The Crown are already booked for the November event. The pub has information about local bed and breakfasts and holiday accommodation, as well as details for the taxi company next door.

MasterChef: The Professionals 2026 aired from February to March and was won by Gareth Baty from Carlisle.

Further details, including the final menu and ticket arrangements, will be announced once Davies has confirmed the event.