Simon Rogan’s L’Enclume restaurant in Cartmel, Cumbria, has been awarded its third Michelin star –making it the first restaurant in the north of England to achieve this distinction.

L’Enclume earned its first Michelin star in 2005 and its second in 2015.

“Great cooking starts with great produce – and when a restaurant has its own farm then you can be sure the ingredients are going to be exemplary,” said the Michelin Guide.

“Fruits, vegetables and herbs, as well as chickens, ducks, pigs and cattle all come from Simon’s 12-acre farm – and it is this reliable source of top quality, seasonal ingredients that drives its menu.

“Simon Rogan has never been a chef to stand still.

“What has elevated his flagship restaurant to achieving the ultimate award is his constant striving for improvement and his desire to enhance his guests’ experience with a little refinement here and a tweak there.

“The result is that L’Enclume has matured into a proud and highly accomplished restaurant.

“There is now quite an extraordinary level of finesse in every dish.

“Flavours linger long in the memory. The kitchen is practiced and focussed. Techniques are clever and, combinations, inventive and original.

“But however clever the construction, nothing gets in the way of allowing the ingredients to shine.

“The young, professional service team work with obvious pride and have a clear understanding of what makes a great restaurant.

“The atmosphere is warm, welcoming and inclusive; there isn’t a hint of arrogance or complacency; and every guest leaves feeling that they have been treated to something truly special.