The Cholmondeley Arms is a multi-award-winning pub situated near to the market town of Malpas. Formerly a Victorian school, the “Chum” is adjacent to the Cholmondeley Castle Gardens Estate and surrounded by panoramic countryside. Expect quintessentially English food and over 350 gins on the bar. Book a stay in one of six characterful bedrooms housed in the historic old headmaster’s house.
Pub Activity: Country Escapes
The Lime Tree Inn
The Lime Tree Inn is situated in Great Ouseburn, a beautiful rural village nestled midway between the Yorkshire Dales and Moors. This multi-award-winning North Yorkshire gem is family-run and about half-an-hour drive from York. Choose from seven gorgeous bedrooms, each inspired by nature to reflect the character of the tree they are named after. Book a stay and enjoy seriously good food.
Redesdale Arms Hotel
The Redesdale Arms is a historic coaching inn situated in the heart of Moreton-in-Marsh in the Evenlode Valley. Dating back to 1650 expect historic charm, mellow Cotswold stone, oak beams, and bucketfuls of modern comfort. Choose from 35 en-suite bedrooms across several comfortable room types. Book a relaxing stay in the Cotswolds and enjoy delicious food and award-winning Brakspear beers.
South Causey Inn
The South Causey Inn is a critically acclaimed, family owned pub, restaurant, and cocktail bar nestled in 100 acres of Beamish Valley countryside. The pub was named “Best Pub of the Year” at the Destination North East England Tourism Awards 2025. Choose from a collection of cosy en-suite double bedrooms and individually themed deluxe hot tub suites, including a fabulous 1960s double-decker bus!
The Temperance Inn
The Temperance Inn sits in the heart of Ambleside, the walking capital of the Lake District. The pub has a collection of comfortable single, double, twin, family, and dog friendly en-suite bedrooms. Book a stay and enjoy breathtaking lakeside strolls, challenging climbs to the summit of famous peaks, or a steamer trip across Windermere lake, the largest natural lake in England.
The Ambleside Inn
The Ambleside Inn is a dog friendly pub situated in the heart of Ambleside in the breathtakingly beautiful Lake District. The pub has 30 comfortable single, double, double/twin, and family en-suite bedrooms with additional bunk beds. Book a stay and enjoy water sports and boating on Windermere, blissful fell walks, and retail therapy in the quirky shops dotted around the town.
The Swallow Falls Inn
Swallow Falls is a traditional dog and family friendly coaching inn situated a short drive from the Alpineesque village of Betws-y-coed in the Conwy Valley. The pub re-opened in spring 2025 after a fantastic refurbishment. Choose from 39 comfortable en-suite bedrooms and a 30-pitch campsite. Book a stay in North Wales and experience dramatic landscapes and breathtaking countryside.
The Swan
The Swan is a historic coaching inn tucked beneath dramatic fells in the pretty village of Grasmere. Dating back to 1650, this beautifully refurbished pub sits in one of the most breathtaking spots in the Lakes. Choose from 46 comfortable bedrooms, including good options for families, walkers and guests bringing a dog. Book a stay and enjoy delicious food and al fresco drinks in the beer garden.
The Blind Bull
The Blind Bull inhabits the site of Britain’s fifth oldest public house. The pub sits in the village of Little Hucklow, a 20-minute drive from Buxton. Beautifully refurbished, this 12th century gastro pub is a finalist at the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2025. The Old Piggery houses five lovely bedrooms and a characterful cottage. Book a stay and explore the Peak District National Park.