An announcement from Loch Bay
We have some news to share.
After ten wonderful years we have made the decision to close Loch Bay.
When we opened Loch Bay in 2016, we wanted to create a restaurant that reflected our passion for hospitality and gave the warmest of welcomes to guests visiting from all over the world.
Since then, the success of our restaurant has been a result of the combined assistance from our incredible team of staff, suppliers and the local community. We would like to give thanks and appreciation to everyone who has aided and supported the business.
Special gratitude goes to Graeme, Isabel and Brennan. From the very beginning their loyalty, skills and dedication helped us achieve and consistently maintain the highest standards, recognised most notably by earning and retaining a Michelin star since 2017.
Our final service will coincide with the last day of another successful season on the 31 October 2026. We have always hoped to end in the most positive way and feel this is the right time for us to do so.
As our Loch Bay story comes to a close, Stein remains our home and we both look forward to beginning new chapters in our personal and professional lives.
We will always be immensely grateful to all our customers and staff for the opportunity and privilege of creating so many happy moments and memories that will stay with us forever.
Thank you so much for being part of our story.
Michael and Laurence
Frequently asked questions
When is Loch Bay closing?
Loch Bay will continue to welcome guests until our final service on 31 October.
I have a booking. What happens now?
If your booking is on or before 31 October, it is not affected and there is nothing you need to do. If you have a booking beyond 31 October, we will contact you directly.
Can I still make a booking?
Yes. We’ll continue to welcome guests until 31 October, subject to availability.
Why are you closing?
Our final service will coincide with the last day of another successful season on the 31 October 2026. We have always hoped to end in the most positive way and feel this is the right time for us to do so.
Is Loch Bay closing because the business is struggling?
No. In fact, we’ve taken this decision following what has been our strongest year. We simply feel this is the right time to bring our Loch Bay journey to a close.
Is the restaurant for sale?
No. Loch Bay has always been part of our home, and there has never been a plan for someone else to take it on.
I have a gift voucher. Can I still use it?
Yes. Gift vouchers can be redeemed until 31 October.
I have a gift voucher but haven’t booked yet. What should I do?
Please get in touch with us as soon as possible, and we’ll be delighted to help you arrange your visit before our last service on 31 October.
What happens if I can’t use my gift voucher before 31 October?
If you think you may have difficulty redeeming your gift voucher before 31 October, please contact us as soon as possible, and we’ll be happy to discuss your options.
Can I still buy a gift voucher?
No. Gift vouchers are no longer available to purchase.
What happens next?
While our Loch Bay chapter is coming to a close, a new chapter will begin. We’ll look forward to sharing more about that in due course.
How can I contact you?
Email: info@lochbay-restaurant.co.uk
Telephone: 01470 592 235