As the nights draw in what could be better than a romantic getaway with the one you love? Here’s a selection of small hotels and inns that are ideal for the occasion.
Picture the scene: a roaring log fire, a pint or glass of something rich and flavourful, and the company of the one you love. We can’t think of a better way of spending some quality time together over the autumn months than at a traditional inn combining a snug and cosy bar with some characterful, comfortable bedrooms.
Whether it’s an anniversary, a special occasion or just a midweek treat, there’s something magical about being able to enjoy a few drinks and a lovely meal knowing that your evening’s commute involves nothing more taxing than negotiating a set of stairs.
Call us old romantics, but it’s yet another reason why we love pubs.
Scalby, Scarborough, YO13
The Plough is situated in the pretty village of Scalby, just outside Scarborough on the North Yorkshire coast and is the perfect gateway to the North York Moors National Park
Evershot, Dorchester, DT2
Set in the picturesque West Dorset village of Evershot, this lovely old stone-built Inn boasts worthy history. Originally known as The Kings Arms, it once brewed its own ales with water drawn from the source of the River Frome.
East Witton, Leyburn, DL8
Surrounded by the splendour of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and nestled in the heart of iconic Wensleydale the historic 18th century Blue Lion Inn encapsulates the finest elements of traditional rural England.
Chieveley, Berkshire, RG20
The Crab & Boar is a newly renovated rustic pub-meets-boutique bolthole featuring stylish décor, impeccable food and elegant rooms
Horstead, Norwich, NR12
The Recruiting Sergeant is an award winning pub and restaurant situated in the village of Horstead, near Coltishall, in Norfolk.
Shipton-under-Wychwood, Chipping Norton, OX7
Frome, Somerset, BA11
If you like your country boltholes to be a mix of old and new, then our artfully restored Somerset inn in the picturesque market town of Frome will tick all the boxes.
Tollard Royal, Salisbury, SP5
Our refurbished Victorian inn, surrounded by the thatched cottages and flower gardens of Wiltshire’s picturesque Tollard Royal, strikes the ideal balance between rustic hideaway and relaxing village pub.
Didmarton, Gloucestershire, GL9
When it comes to a quintessentially English countryside setting, the rural splendour of the Cotswolds is the classic choice and our stylish 17th century coaching inn is right at the heart of it all.
Thornham, Hunstanton, PE36
Tucked along a hidden lane behind Thornham's All Saints Church you'll discover an oasis of calm in an unrivalled location with nothing between us and the salt marsh, sand and sea just beyond.