Greenwoods Hotel and Spa

Greenwoods Hotel and Spa, Stock, Essex, CM4 9BE.

Set in its own large gardens just a few miles outside Chelmsford, this restored 17th century manor house now boasts a spa with indoor pool, gym, steam rooms and saunas. Greenwoods bistro restaurant serves English dishes with a Mediterranean influence.

  • 17th Century

Dun Cow Inn

Sedgefield, Co. Durham, TS21 3AT.

Serving English and French Prime Ministers alike, as well as American Presidents, The Dun Cow still offers a vast and varied choice of freshly prepared dishes. The six guest bedrooms are traditionally decorated to reflect the country charm of the inn.

  • 19th Century

Saracens Head Hotel

Saracens Head Hotel, Towcester, Northamptonshire, NN12 6BX.

As mentioned in Charles Dickens’ first novel, The Pickwick Papers, this 400 year-old inn has been recently refurbished and now offers excellent standards of comfort and service. Set on the Roman Watling Street, just a short walk from Towcester Racecourse.

  • 17th Century

The Old Court Hotel

The Old Court Hotel, Symonds Yat West, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 6DA.

Build in the sixteenth century, the Old Court Hotel retains many of its original features including exposed beams and original leaded windows. Free Wi-Fi.

  • 16th Century

The Horn Of Plenty

The Horn Of Plenty, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 8JD.

With its award winning restaurant and elegant, luxurious rooms, this privately owned, beautiful country house enjoys panoramic views over the Tamar Valley. Rich in historic character and original charm, it offers a warm and friendly personalised service.

  • 19th Century

The Star

West Leake, Nottinghamshire, LE12 5RQ.

Nestling on the edge of West Leake in the south Nottinghamshire countryside, The Star is an authentic pub with a contemporary feel. Each of the spacious guest bedrooms has been furnished to the highest standards with comfortable double beds and luxury bedding.

  • 18th Century

The Ryebeck Hotel

Ryebeck Country House, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria.

Set in five acres of grounds, the charming Ryebeck Hotel features 35 individually styled rooms and an award winning restaurant. The spacious bedrooms have been elegantly decorated and furnished, with some enjoying splendid views of Lake Windemere.

  • 19th Century