Staff at a triple AA Rosette restaurant in Lancashire are celebrating after being confirmed for this year’s Michelin Guide.

Aven, on Camden Place close to Winckley Square in Preston, relaunched in the autumn after being known as 263 since 2019.

The restaurant joins Longridge sister-eatery Fell Bistro in the guide, with both businesses operated by restaurant director Alex Blamire and chef director Oli Martin.

Oli said: “Aven has gone from strength to strength over the past few months and to be included in this year’s Michelin’s guide is testament to the hard work and dedication the team are putting in.”

The Michelin Guide collates the best restaurants from around the globe and has been running for more than 100 years.

Alex added: “We are thrilled to have been acknowledged by such a prestigious body within our industry in this short space of time.

“Aven will continue to push the boundaries of Preston’s culinary scene with the help of head chef Sean Wrest, general manager Samantha Haigh and the rest of our amazing team.”

The Michelin Guide states that Aven has a “friendly, efficient service”, and an “open fire to greet you on arrival in the colder months”.

The guide entry in full reads: “On the ground floor of the Winckley Stays Hotel, you’ll find this sweet restaurant where an open fire greets you on arrival in the colder months.

"There’s a cosy feel to the room, which is minimally decorated but enlivened by some bright artwork on the walls. The cooking takes the form of a seasonal tasting menu, with dishes like duck leg suet pudding delivering intense flavours.

"Friendly, efficient service enhances the experience, as does the choice between two wine flights and even a beer pairing."