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Lady Carnarvon welcomes Friends into the Castle kitchen, recipes inspired by Highclere’s history, the seasons of the estate, and the traditions of English country house cooking. Gardening episodes coming soon.

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Asparagus Tart, Lady Carnarvon
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Latest recipe  ·  Spring 2026

Asparagus Tart

A classic springtime tart from the Castle kitchen, Lady Carnarvon uses Highclere’s own asparagus from the walled garden, paired with a rich Cheddar filling and a buttery shortcrust pastry.

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Serves 4
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35 mins
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180°C
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Gardening with
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Highclere’s walled kitchen garden and grounds have supplied the Castle’s table for over a century. Lady Carnarvon will be sharing the secrets of the estate’s gardens, seasonal planting, heritage varieties, and the beauty of growing your own.

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The walled kitchen garden at Highclere, coming to Friends this year
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