TOWNFIELDS restaurant has opened its doors at the Best Western Cresta Court hotel in Altrincham.

Chef Simon Hardman-Taylor joined the Best Western Cresta Court hotel team recently, bringing with him more than 20 years of experience from roles such as at the five-star Lowry Hotel, Copthorne Hotel Salford Quays, 3 AA Rosette winning Nunsmere Hall in Cheshire and Gary Rhodes’ Rhodes Restaurant.

The hotel firm has invested £175 000 in creating the 100-seat restaurant, which is located at the front of the hotel. Seating is in a range of round booths as well as traditional chairs and tables.