The Mitre

Despite its stellar location next to the river, The Mitre had become stuck in a tired and unloved cycle of short business stays and low-budget weddings. We were commissioned to draw out its natural character and reimagine the charm of this Grade-II-listed building in a way that grounded its location and history. We drew on long-standing relationships with homegrown suppliers, tradespeople and artisans to complete the project on an exacting budget and in record time ready to reopen for the summer months post pandemic. We created two very different restaurants: a formal, but fun brasserie with a lively central bar and a more relaxed space, perfect for lighter lunches and brunches. A sad event space became The Mitre’s orangery – a glamorous, plant-filled place that can accommodate any kind of gathering. An old office hidden away in the centre of the building was transformed into a library and honesty bar. Each of the 36 guest bedrooms has its own layered story of bold colours, playfully patterned wallpapers, handmade lampshades, original artworks and antiques. Both the large riverside terrace and its Whispering Angel boathouse bar became wonderful outdoor places steeped in atmosphere.