The Duncombe Arms is a gorgeous, multi award winning pub dating from 1850. This relaxed, inviting and completely refurbished country gem serves modern British cuisine and also has ten luxurious bedrooms to choose from, either in the adjacent Walnut House, or the pub’s two self catering, cosy cottages. They sit in the pretty village of Ellastone on the Staffordshire/Derbyshire border.
Pub Activity: Romantic Break
The Crown & Castle
The Crown & Castle is a gorgeous, dog friendly pub set in the tranquil village of Orford on the Suffolk coast, south of Aldeburgh. There are 21 boutique bedrooms to choose from and their award winning restaurant delivers a classy, fun take on fine dining. Orford is a true historical gem and one of the prettiest villages on the Suffolk Coast.
The Rising Sun
The Rising Sun is a wonderful, inviting riverside pub with a charismatic restaurant and four new, luxurious en-suite bedrooms. Coltishall is regarded as “The Gateway to the Broads” and is located in the Bure Valley, a panoramic stretch of countryside that follows the River Bure from Aylsham to Wroxham.
The Ostrich Inn
The Ostrich Inn is a traditional Norfolk village pub which has been an integral part of South Creake since the mid 1800’s. There are eight beautiful en-suite bedrooms to choose from, together with a cosy, inviting two bedroom cottage. South Creake is a picturesque village near Fakenham, with a lovely village green through which runs the River Burn.
The Gin Trap Inn
The Gin Trap Inn is a historic, dog friendly pub, situated just a stone’s throw from the scenic North Norfolk coast. There are 13 bedrooms to choose from, each coming with antique furnishings, fine textiles and an unmatched attention to detail. Set in the heart of Ringstead, this charismatic country pub has been welcoming guests since 1668.
The Kings Head
The Kings Head is an award-winning gastropub who received the accolade “Pub of the Year 2023” at the Norfolk Food & Drink Awards. The pub has six boutique en-suite bedrooms and two self-catering apartments. The picturesque village of Bawburgh which has its own golf course, is five miles from Norwich city centre, with good access to the University of East Anglia and the Norfolk Showground.
The Brisley Bell
The Brisley Bell is a stylish country pub nestled between the North Norfolk coast and the city of Norwich. Critically acclaimed, the pub has won a host of accolades including one of the “Best Places to Stay” by The Sunday Times, and one of the “Best Pub with Rooms” by The Telegraph. Choose from six boutique en-suite bedrooms, enjoy award-winning food, and relax and unwind in an idyllic setting.
Beadnell Towers
Beadnell Towers is a historic Grade II listed pub and hotel dating back to the 18th century, who have in the recent past been named by The Sunday Times as one of the “Top 100 Best Places To Stay” in Britain. This dog friendly gem has 18 boutique bedrooms and they are just a short stroll from local, golden beaches. Beadnell is about 6 miles south east of the coastal village of Bamburgh.
The Wateredge Inn
The Wateredge Inn is a dog and family friendly pub perched on the banks of Lake Windermere, with breathtaking views and a waterfront terrace. Their en-suite bedrooms include good options for guests requiring a single, twin, family, or dog friendly room. The pub is surrounded by majestic Lakeland fells and is just a short stroll from Ambleside town centre. For the ultimate luxury book a suite.