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The Bell Inn, Essex
The Pier Hotel, Essex
The Victoria Inn, Norfolk
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The King’s Head, Oxfordshire
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Castle House Hotel, Herefordshire
The Hundred House Hotel, Shropshire
The Peacock, Derbyshire
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Ye Olde Bull’s Head, Anglesey
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The Inn at Whitewell, Lancashire
Shibden Mill Inn, West Yorkshire
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The Boar’s Head, North Yorkshire
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The Yorke Arms, North Yorkshire
The Blue Lion, North Yorkshire
The Wild Boar Inn, Windermere
The Pheasant, Cumbria
The Rose & Crown, County Durham
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The Bell Inn
Honrdon-on-the-hill, essex
Renowned as the ‘social centre of village life’, The
Bell Inn has a wonderfully welcoming atmosphere
where old and new faces can be found enjoying the
wide selection of well-kept real ales and fantastic
wines in the oak-panelled bar.
27 fabulous rooms and suites, including those in the
newly renovated High House, are complemented by
the award-winning a la carte restaurant.
High Road, Horndon-on-the-Hill,
Essex, SS17 8LD
T 01375 642 463
E info@bell-inn.co.uk
27 Bedrooms
The Pier Hotel
harwich, essex
The Pier is located in the heart of Harwich old town
in an enviable position overlooking the picturesque
quay and Ha’penny Pier. The Ha’penny Bistro
and fine dining restaurant with 2 AA Rosettes are
renowned for their seafood, much of which is landed
in the harbour opposite.
Many of the 14 beautiful bedrooms look out to sea
and the harbour – a stay in The Mayflower suite,
complete with telescope, is a must!
The Quay, Harwich,
Essex, CO12 3HH
T 01255 241 212
E pier@milsomhotels.com
14 Bedrooms
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The King’s Head Inn
Bledington, the cotswolds
Lying deep in the heart of the Cotswolds, The King’s
Head Inn dates back to the 16th century when it was
originally built as a cider house.
Cotswold stone walls, old oak beams an inglenook
fireplace and flagstone floors create a stunning
interior, whilst glorious views of the village green,
outstanding food and 12 gorgeous bedrooms
complete this perfect Cotswolds bolthole.
The Green, Bledington,
Oxfordshire, OX7 6XQ
T 01608 658 365
E info@kingsheadinn.net
12 Bedrooms
Castle House Hotel
Hereford, Herefordshire
Castle House Hotel is a beautifully-restored Grade
II listed Georgian townhouse just moments from the
ancient Cathedral in the heart of historic Hereford.
Choose from 24 rooms and suites all individually
decorated and with antique furnishings, including eight
superb rooms and suites at No25, a townhouse just a
few steps from the main hotel. Castle House Restaurant
is well known throughout the region for its fine food,
with a firm focus on delicious local ingredients.
Castle Street, Hereford,
HR1 2NW
T 01423 356 321
E info@castlehse.co.uk
24 Bedrooms
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The Hundred House Hotel
Norton, Shropshire
The Hundred House is a charming, family-run hotel
with nine extravagant en-suite rooms featuring a mix
of antique furnishings, fabulous four poster beds,
chandeliers and even swings! Mellow brick, stained
glass and Jacobean wood panelling abound in the
cosy bar and restaurant.
Owner and head chef, Stuart Phillips, creates
imaginative menus for the 2AA Rosette restaurant,
featuring fresh herbs from the award-winning garden.
Bridgnorth Road (A442), Norton, Nr Ironbridge,
Telford, Shropshire, TF11 9EE
T 01952 580 240
E reservations@hundredhouse.co.uk
9 Bedrooms
The Victoria Inn
Holkham, Norfolk
Standing at the gateway to Holkham Park and the
National Nature Reserve, ‘The Vic’ is close to Holkham
beach on the north Norfolk coast.
The Victoria’s ten bedrooms are all individually
decorated with an emphasis on style, comfort and
quality. Dogs are welcome in some rooms and kennels
are also available. The cooking is simple and elegant,
using lots of produce grown and raised on the estate,
which is complemented by the freshest local seafood.
The Victoria, Park Road, Holkham,
Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, NR23 1RG
T 01328 711 008
E victoria@holkham.co.uk
10 Bedrooms
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The Peacock
rowsley, derbyshire
The Peacock at Rowsley is a small luxury hotel set
amidst the Derbyshire countryside. Guests can
choose from 15 luxurious bedrooms or the superbly
appointed new suite with its beamed bedroom and
sitting room plus sumptuous bathroom.
The 3 AA Rosette restaurant offers fine dining using
locally sourced ingredients, complemented by a wide
range of wines or hand-pulled barrel ales.
Rowsley, Matlock,
Derbyshire, DE4 2EB
T 01629 733 518
E reception@thepeacockatrowsley.com
15 Bedrooms
Ye Olde Bull’s Head
beaumaris, isle of anglesey
A coaching Inn for over five centuries, today’s
guests are tempted by The Bull’s oak-beamed bar,
beautiful en-suite bedrooms dressed with fine fabrics
and antiques and the new Town House, offering
contemporary, colour-inspired boutique rooms.
The Brasserie and Hayloft fine dining restaurant
serve British and Welsh dishes prepared with flair
and a brilliant modern twist; The Bull was deservedly
named the AA Wales Restaurant of the Year for 2013.
Castle Street, Beaumaris,
Isle of Anglesey, LL58 8AP
T 01248 810 329
E info@bullsheadinn.co.uk
26 Bedrooms
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Shibden Mill Inn
Shibden, west yorkshire
Nestling in the fold of the picturesque Shibden Valley,
beside Red Beck, the 17th century Shibden Mill Inn is
steeped in history. The individually styled bedrooms
are luxurious and supremely comfortable and the
Bower Suite is a truly indulgent haven.
Enjoy a drink, lunch or dinner in the cosy bar, or choose
the oak beamed, candlelit restaurant for romantic
dining. The lovely beer garden, overlooking Red Beck,
is the perfect spot for summer drinks or meals.
Shibden Mill Fold, Shibden, Halifax,
West Yorkshire, HX3 7UL
T 01422 365 840
E enquiries@shibdenmillinn.com
11 Bedrooms
The Inn at Whitewell
forest of bowland, lancashire
The Inn at Whitewell nestles on the banks of the
River Hodder and is brimming with character. The 23
en-suite bedrooms have been individually designed
with antique furnishings, paintings and prints. Many
of the rooms have open peat fires and some overlook
the river and surrounding countryside.
Wholesome, delicious menus bursting with local
and seasonal produce are served in the bar and
dining room.
Forest of Bowland, Near Clitheroe,
Lancashire, BB7 3AT
T 01200 448 222
E reception@innatwhitewell.com
23 Bedrooms
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The Boar’s Head
Ripley, north yorkshire
The Boar’s Head is superbly located right in the
centre of the Ripley Village Conservation Area,
150m from Ripley Castle’s impressive 15th century
Medieval gate house.
The setting may sound formal, but the Inn is
anything but, skilfully balancing the best of British
hospitality with friendly, efficient staff and menus
that make excellent use of an impressive array of
local products.
Ripley, Near Harrogate,
North Yorkshire, HG3 3AY
T 01423 771 888
E reservations@boarsheadripley.co.uk
25 Bedrooms
The Yorke Arms
Ramsgill, north yorkshire
The Yorke Arms is nestled in the Yorkshire Dale’s
picturesque Nidderdale Valley and has 15 individually
designed and furnished en-suite bedrooms, some
with feature sitting areas.
Owner and Michelin-star chef, Frances Atkins, creates
menus based on seasonal produce from Yorkshire’s
abundant larder and an array of specialist suppliers –
making the dining rooms overlooking the village green,
the perfect place for a little summer indulgence!
Ramsgill-in-Nidderdale, Pately Bridge,
Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 5RL
T 01423 755243
E enquiries@yorke-arms.co.uk
15 Bedrooms
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The Blue Lion
Wensleydale, north yorkshire
Named Inn of the Year 2014 by The Good Pub Guide,
the Blue Lion in Wensleydale has been welcoming
travellers for hundreds of years as they journey
through the stunning North Yorkshire countryside
Recognised as one of Yorkshire’s leading country
inns, The Blue Lion’s traditional bar, with its welcoming
log fire and flagstone floor is complemented by the
charming candlelit restaurant and 15 cosy rooms.
East Witton, Near Leyburn,
North Yorkshire, DL8 4SN
T 01969 624 273
E enquiries@thebluelion.co.uk
15 Bedrooms
The Wild Boar Inn
windermere, cumbria
Set in the ancient Gilpin Valley, surrounded by 72
acres of woodland and a beautiful tarn, The Wild
Boar has 33 individually designed rooms and offers
the warmest of welcomes.
The Inn has taken local provenance and its classic British
menus to a new level with an on-site smokehouse and
microbrewery. Events include smoking courses and
whisky club evenings and there’s clay pigeon shooting
and bush craft in the private woods!
Crook Road, Windermere,
Cumbria, LA23 3NF
T 015394 45225 or 08458 504 604
E wildboar@englishlakes.co.uk
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The Pheasant
Bassenthwaite, Cumbria
This charming old coaching inn is nestled in a peaceful
setting close to Bassenthwaite Lake and is one of the
last remaining traditional Cumbrian hostelries.
The Pheasant’s excellent restaurant boasts an AA
Rosette and menus range from local Cumbrian
specialities to fine dining choices. The 15 individually
decorated bedrooms and suites combine understated
luxury with all modern comforts.
Bassenthwaite Lake, Near Cockermouth,
Cumbria, CA13 9YE
T 01768 776 234
E info@the-pheasant.co.uk
15 Bedrooms
The Rose and Crown
romaldkirk, county durham
This charming inn dates back to 1733 and stands
next to the Saxon church overlooking the green of
this picturesque village in rural Teesdale.
Selected as an AA ‘Inspectors Choice’ hotel the
bedrooms combine period features with contemporary
touches and luxurious fabrics. Guests can enjoy the 2
AA Rosette food in either the delightful oak panelled
restaurant or the characterful bar.
Romaldkirk, Barnard Castle,
County Durham, DL12 9EB
T 01833 650 213
E hotel@rose-and-crown.co.uk
14 Bedrooms
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