The Exmoor Forest inn sits in the very heart of Exmoor, in the remote and breathtakingly unspoilt village of Simonsbath. Beautifully refurbished in 2022, this dog friendly pub has ten gorgeous double bedrooms and a family suite. Their acclaimed restaurant serves sustainable, local, and delicious food. The pub lies in a sheltered valley surrounded by imposing hills and unspoilt moorland.
The Bull Inn is a Grade II listed timber-framed pub, situated in the village of Sonning, a short drive from Reading. The pub has seven en-suite bedrooms, and is close to Henley-on-Thames, home of the Henley Royal Regatta. George and Amal Clooney are village residents. The pub featured in “Three Men in a Boat” with Jerome describing The Bull as the “Veritable Picture of an Old Country Inn”.
The Cow & Calf by Innkeeper’s Collection sits opposite the iconic Cow & Calf Rocks, has awe-inspiring views, and is the picture-perfect base from which to explore Ilkley Moor and the Yorkshire Dales. The pub has 15 charming en-suite bedrooms, including great options for guests requiring a twin, single or family room. Ilkley is an idyllic spa town with some of the finest tea rooms in Yorkshire.
The Kings Arms is a charming 500 year old former coaching inn, built from Cotswold stone and situated on the corner of Stow-on-the-Wold’s historic Market Square. They boast all the charm you’d expect from a Cotswold hotel and pub, with oodles of quirky character thrown in.
The Lion is a beautifully refurbished pub situated in the village of West Pennard, a short drive from historical Glastonbury. The pub has a collection of 12 inviting en-suite bedrooms, each of which fuses the period architecture of the building with a contemporary feel. Wells, Shepton Mallet, and the iconic Glastonbury Festival are nearby, with Bristol and Bath about an hour away by car.
The Shireburn Arms sits in the picturesque village of Hurst Green, about four miles from the ancient market town of Clitheroe. They have 21 beautiful bedrooms, each of which comes with original architectural features, bold decor, wonderful wallpapers and contemporary fabrics. Their rooms include good options for families and those guests looking to book a dog friendly stay.
The Abel Heywood is a pub and stylish hotel located in the Northern Quarter, Manchester’s former industrial turned shopping, art, and entertainment district. There are good bedroom options for guests travelling on business or pleasure. The pub is a short stroll from the Manchester Arena, Apollo, Academy, and close to the tram stations taking you to all of Manchester’s famous sporting arenas.
The Percy Arms is an elegant country pub and grillhouse, nestled in the picturesque village of Chilworth. Situated in the centre of Surrey, within easy reach of both Heathrow and Gatwick Airports, they have five sumptuous bedrooms, each oozing luxurious comfort and colonial charm. Chilworth is located in the Tillingbourne valley, about three miles south east of Guildford.
The Brace of Pheasants is an award-winning thatched pub tucked away in the tranquil Dorset countryside. The pub has eight luxurious en-suite bedrooms and is the picture-perfect base from which to explore Dorset’s lovely villages, the Jurassic coastline, and many landmarks nearby, such as the famous chalk giant at Cerne Abbas. The idyllic hamlet of Plush is eight miles north of Dorchester.