His background started working at Pennypots Restaurant in Cornwall under Kevin Viner a 1 Michelin starred chef at the age of 16 completing his training here, After winning Young South West Chef of the Year in 1998 took up the opportunity to work in the 2 Michelin starred Gidliegh Park Hotel under Michael Caines after doing 2 years he moved back to Cornwall to work under Kevin Viner again as his Sous chef at this time Kevin won National Chef of the Year, The coveted AA chefs chef of the year title. After this took up his first head chef position in Truro Cornwall at Sevens Restaurant and Café Citron for three years then moving to Berkshire finally settling at Forbury's restaurant.

Gavin's food is about simplicity, making sure that the most simplest of dishes are cooked to a high standard without the need for needless garnishes, the food is French his food is a cross between the ‘Terroir' and modern French with the odd English classic with very original touches. The menu changes seasonally with great care taken to source the finest local ingredients.

The Team

Why not enjoy a quick lunch from our Market Menu £11.50 for 2 courses, or from the A La Carte Menu. Private room available. Canapés menu for cocktail reception from £7.95 per person. (Monday to Saturday Until 7.00pm). Secure car park evenings and at weekends But then to all discerning diners that is what an excellent restaurant is all about, enjoyment and the thought of a return visit to try those dishes delivered with such style to other tables!

Gavin Young is a Chef with an impressive background; more than that he is a Chef with a great future, of that there is no doubt. He speaks of his art with great passion, his kitchen as his stage and he has plans to attract even greater attention to Forbury's. Forbury's boasts two exciting and highly talented individuals who, as the engine room of the restaurant, provide the drive and determination to take it upwards towards the stars, but, more importantly, they are an even more effective team, with the experience and vision of Xavier, together with his knowledge of wines, complementing the artistic culinary talents of Gavin. The 'dream team' was the invention of a fertile imagination, at Forbury's they can justifiable claim to have their own, highly talented version of the 'dream team' a highly industrious midfield duo capable of challenging for top honors.