The Team

We are immensely proud of our team at The Idle Rocks. Professional yet un-stuffy, dedicated & dependable, their priority is to make your stay the best it can possibly be. From the Head Chef and Restaurant staff, to Housekeeping and Management, all will greet you as a friend, with a smile.

David and Karen Richards - Owners of The Idle Rocks

David & Karen Richards

In July 2013, David Richards and his wife Karen opened The Idle Rocks in Cornwall to coincide with its centenary,...

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To make a lunch or dinner reservation, book online, call 01326 270 270 or email: reservations@stmawes.com

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