Category: Pub of the Month

From the moment you step through the Edwardian revolving doors at The Bell in Sandwich, a delightful, traditional hotel greets you, brimming with character and a touch of chic, modern magic.

Set in an enviable spot overlooking the River Stour, The Bell has been welcoming guests to Kent since Tudor times, and despite extensive refurbishment in recent years, the hotel has retained many of its charming period features. 

The result is some of the finest accommodation in Sandwich, promising a relaxing break that will leave you feeling refreshed and revitalised – but you don’t have to stay the night to enjoy the atmosphere of the place.

Indeed, the hotel boasts a beautiful pub, restaurant and terrace with some of the town’s finest food and drink – and also offers the opportunity to savour special occasions with a host of stunning function spaces.

The Old Manse Hotel is a Cotswold-stone country inn that dates from 1748. Brimming with character and charm, it is set in the picture-postcard village of Bourton-on-the-Water. Regularly voted one of the prettiest villages in England. With its fabulous setting, lovely terrace and views of the gentle River Windrush, The Old Manse is a truly lovely place to get away from it all. There are 15 comfy en-suite bedrooms, all with up-to-date décor and everything you need for a relaxing stay. After a long day sight-seeing you’ll find cosy beds, fluffy towels and crisp linen ready to welcome you for a good night’s sleep.

Welcome to Yorkshire’s Favourite Pub 2019.

Drive or walk across our stone bridge and leave the every day far behind. Arrive and you’ll feel like your holiday has really begun. We are surrounded by spellbinding scenery in the stunning Yorkshire Dales.

From challenging climbs to more leisurely hikes, we have hills and walking trails in abundance. There are some spectacular cycle routes too. Leisurely peddling through picturesque villages or high adrenalin action up steep slopes. We are genuine dog lovers and even make our own biscuit treats for your four-legged friends when they come to stay.

Fancy a lovely break in the Lakes? Check out the amazing lake views from the new terrace at The Crown, Pooley Bridge. With a unique setting, lovely accommodation, delicious food and drink, there is something for everyone at The Crown.

With its river towpath and pleasant river-side views there are delightful strolls along the river to be had from The Bridge. There’s also a boat mooring facility and the Cam Sailing Club close by. The Bridge is the perfect venue for walking, cycling and boating enthusiasts. Along with its warm welcome The Bridge has a large riverside beer garden and serves traditional pub food tasty Sunday roasts and a wide range of wines and cask ales. We pride ourselves on classic pub food cooked with care. Whether it’s hand-battered cod & chips, the gourmet burger or the ever-popular ‘Brewer’s Chicken’ now is the time to rediscover your old favourites. Make sure you try our traditional Sunday roasts with a huge a Yorkshire pudding and unlimited gravy. The team at the Bridge are passionate about our food menu so you can relax and enjoy our quality dishes and great service at this fantastic venue.

The Cricketers in Horsell near Woking delivers fantastic food and great friendly service. The menu offers light bites through to full 3 course meals complimented with a great wine list from around the world.

The beautiful Garden Room, with its own bar area and private patio, is available to hire for private parties and events. With capacity for 22 guests for a seated meal and 40 guests for a buffet style standing event, up to a maximum of 60 guests if you are also using the patio, this is the ideal location whatever your event.

Visit our Pub Hotel of the Month – The Rothley Court Hotel.

Stately, refined and steeped in history, the impressive Rothley Court Hotel welcomes you with a sweeping driveway. This outstanding property is the perfect place to enjoy the beautiful Leicestershire countryside.  Everything about the 16th century Rothley Court is elegantly English. Set in 10 acres of fabulous grounds and boasting it’s own medieval chapel, it offers a warm welcome, friendly staff, and 30 characterful bedrooms. The rooms each have their own individual style and features that all offer a restful night’s sleep in our comfy beds. At The Rothley Court Hotel nothing is too much trouble.