Eat Sleep Live Herefordshire
UPDATE: Open on July 15th 2020. Fully booked until w/c 20th July. Bookings being taken now. Awarded Michelin star in 2019 ‘Pensons Restaurant is Lee Westcott’s new restaurant that opened at the end of January 2019 on the beautiful Netherwood Estate on the Herefordshire-Worcestershire border and encapsulates Lee’s love and respect for quality, seasonal, local produce. The only Michelin Star restaurant in Hereford it is already making its mark! The team spend eighteen months transforming a range of derelict farm-buildings into a fantastic re-imagined space that retains all the heritage of its past combined, with the new and contemporary. The perfect venue for Lee’s modern and imaginative, yet unpretentious cooking. Pensons provides Lee and his team with the opportunity to farm, forage and grow some of the ingredients from the Estate, as well as showcasing the amazing produce from the local area, bringing to life his ethos of eating locally, seasonally and sustainably.. With its own kitchen garden, bee hives, animals, game and endless foraging opportunities in the woods, they source any increasing amount of produce from the Estate, as well as other carefully selected local suppliers. Lee is very excited about the provenance and quality of the ingredients he will […]
UPDATE: Open on July 4th 2020. Restricted days and times so please check their Facebook page for latest information. Set in the tranquil hamlet of Carey in south east Herefordshire the Cottage of Content is a long established country restaurant, pub and accommodation and certainly lives up to its fairy-tale name, with its picture book beamed building, wrapped with roses. The Pub Enjoyed by locals and visitors alike, the popular bar is a regular stop for ramblers, cyclists, dog walkers and anglers has just been awarded the Good Pub Guide’s prestigious Best Country Pub of the Year 2017. Looking over the quiet road that is more frequented by cyclists than cars, the pretty beer garden is often abuzz with visitors from near and far, all attracted by this quintessential English pub with an enviable reputation from its hospitable owners. The Restaurant Quite the foodie destination, The Cottage of Content’s contemporary cuisine is the work of owner and chef Richard. Fine ingredients sourced from around the area and seasonal dishes ensure there are always regular favourites and a range of specials. Open for lunch and dinner, booking is certainly advisable all year round, especially for their Sunday Lunch. Rooms With a […]
UPDATE: Castle House will be opening on Monday, 6th July. From this date, they will be welcoming B & B guests to stay in their townhouse, Number 25, only. The hope and aim is to fully re-open Castle House, offering their usual services, very soon. Included in the 20 of the most charming UK city hotels by The Good Hotel Guide 2017 Castle House Hotel is a family-owned boutique hotel in the heart of the city of Hereford just a two-minute walk from the medieval Hereford Cathedral. A classic Georgian villa, the hotel has 24 individually designed luxury suites and bedrooms including 8 in its more contemporary townhouse, Number 25, just a few yards away. It’s pretty, terraced garden beside the old Hereford Castle moat is a perfect place for al fresco dining. Castle House is the perfect base from which to explore the surrounding countryside and Wye Valley as well as the historic city of Hereford, with its magnificent cathedral, the world-famous Mappa Mundi and Chain Library and the beautiful river Wye running through. Castle House Hotel has been chosen as one of The Sunday Telegraph’s Hotel Guru Fiona Duncan’s top 10 UK hotels for 2016 for her ”most memorable stay” […]
Elegant Georgian hotel set on the edge of the beautiful city of Hereford. Aylestone Court is a beautiful home-from-home where guests can retreat and relax in comfort to enjoy good food and great hospitality. Originally a grand family home, Aylestone Court has been lovingly restored to the hotel it is today, offering 6 en suite guest bedrooms, 2 dining rooms, a licensed bar and guests’ sitting room. The Grade II listed property has retained many original features such as the pretty shuttered windows, marble fireplaces, sparkling chandeliers and some period antiques. It is discreetly elegant throughout while retaining a cosy homely air. The bedrooms are all en suite, some fitted with baths and all with showers, with modern features including televisions, irons and free Wi-Fi. The restaurant offers a daily evening menu for guests using locally sourced produce wherever possible and breakfast is equally delicious with buffet options of fruit, cereals and yoghurts followed by traditional cooked dishes. Private parking is provided for all guests and the train and bus stations are less than 5 minutes on foot. The historic city centre is a 10 minute walk, as is the Old Market which houses a range of shops and restaurants. Book […]
UPDATE: Our shopping village is opening its doors back up today, 12 weeks after lock down was announced. We are looking forward to seeing you all! New Opening Times: Tuesday- Saturday 10am- 5pm Sunday 11am – 3pm Monday CLOSED To keep our customers and staff safe, we will be adhering to Government guidelines at all times! Please follow the signs & staff instructions whilst on site PLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately our restaurant will remain closed until Government guidelines permit us to re-open A vast amazing and unique collection of independent shops The Hop Pocket shopping village offers a welcome change to characterless out-of-town locations and an alternative to the High Street. Set on a large site at the base of Fromes Hill on the Herefordshire/Worcestershire border, it is a real year-round destination where you will always find a huge range of great gifts and cards, clothing and footwear, art, craft, toys, garden centre, home-ware, furniture, antiques, food and drink, and lots more. The extensive restaurant and tearooms offers delicious homemade cakes, lunches and afternoon teas, while the large childrens’ outdoor play area makes it a destination for all the family. The perfect venue for meeting friends, a family day out or simply […]
The Angel is a 4 Silver Star property, located in the centre of Abergavenny and has been named ‘Welsh Hotel of The Year 2020’ by The Good Hotel Guide. Situated between 7 hills on the Welsh/English border, Abergavenny is often referred to as ‘The Gateway to Wales’. The Angel is in the centre of Abergavenny and is a two minute walk from Abergavenny Castle and the beautiful Linda Vista Gardens. The hotel is within walking distance of Abergavenny Train Station and there is plenty of parking available nearby (either on site or across the street in the public car park). The Oak Room Restaurant strives for culinary excellence and exquisite service. Chefs Paul Brown and Wesley Hammond lead The Angel’s talented culinary team to provide guests an inviting, approachable and valuable dining experience. The Angel aims to provide simple, good quality food with an approach that involves choosing the freshest and finest ingredients, paired with inspired culinary creations and live entertainment on weekends. Also see The Angel Hotel
The Trumpet Inn is a 16th century black and white pub in Ledbury Perfectly situated for visiting the beautiful Herefordshire countryside The Trumpet Inn is perfect for visiting the beautiful Herefordshire countryside and with a large beer garden to enjoy. Close to popular tourist destinations such as Eastnor Castle, the market towns of Ledbury, Hereford, Ludlow, The Malvern Hills and much more. With its Oak beams The Trumpet Inn is a comfortable blend of old and new and offers a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Gaining a reputation for exceptionally well kept cask ales as well as fine home cooked food. All ingredients are sourced locally wherever possible, supporting local suppliers and maintaining a high level of quality at all times. So time next you are passing, pop in and enjoy a long cool pint and maybe some lunch. The Staff look forward to meeting you. See also Trumpet Inn Campsite.
UPDATE – Open from July 4th 2020 with social distancing measures in place. At The Crown Inn, Charismatic landlord, Matt Slocombe, ensures a warm, convivial atmosphere in country style surroundings, with room for larger parties as well as cosy tables for two. The Crown is so much more than a local village pub sitting at the heart of its community, it is a destination for visitors who enjoy good local ales, an excellent range of Herefordshire’s regional ciders and a hearty seasonal menu that includes pub classics as well as modern restaurant dishes. Ideally located for walkers in the area who just want to whet their whistle, or a family lunch or supper to enjoy fresh locally sourced produce whenever possible. This is a place where you don’t have to stand on ceremony but where a special occasion will also be just that. Look out for their themed curry nights, seasonal tasting menus and Sunday Lunch cooked as it should be – the Herefordshire way.
UPDATE: Open from Wednesday 8th July. Opening Hours Wednesday to Sunday Lunch, hours 12 – 3pm & 6.30 – 10.30pm. Food orders for lunch will be 12 – 1.30pm & dinner 6.30 – 8pm. Social distance measures will be in place. Just a few miles outside Ross in the Wye Valley, set in beautiful rural Herefordshire, The Loughpool at Sellack seeks to combine the hospitality of a traditional country pub with a restaurant that features high quality local produce. The Loughpool offers a pretty, enticing garden where you can enjoy a relaxed summertime drink or meal and in the winter big fires will keep you warm and cosy. Since re-opening in February 2015, current owners Paul & Svenia Franklin have sympathetically refurbished the buildings’ interior to a tasteful traditional public house. Black and white timbered cottage surrounded by bridleways and walks, simple bars with beams and standing timbers, flagstones, rustic furniture & a wood burner all add to the atmosphere. The Loughpool is one of the county’s strongest venues for great food, cooked using locally sourced produce and all at a reasonable price with a wide range of local ales and cider and a specially selected wine list. Set in […]
Convivial casual dining with designs on top The perfect combination of fine food and unique shopping finds under one roof tucked away in picturesque peacefulness The Restaurant Easy to miss in its courtyard, but well worth seeking out, The Malthouse has become a firm destination on Ledbury’s foodie map with locals and visitors alike. With a long reputation for quality dining, the original husband and wife team Jim and Tracy reclaimed it in 2017 to resurrect a varied menu packed with flavour and ingredients for diners looking for something a little different. Think sandwiches from regional produce and artisan breads, rich chowders instead of soup, an evening menu with a European influence and you’ll know this is far from basic fayre. Bare wood furniture and the café style atmosphere makes this a relaxed venue for daily breakfast, lunch and evening suppers or the a cosy coffee and delicious cake stop mid morning and afternoon. Dine al fresco in the pretty courtyard knowing you have a secret spot in the very heart of this bustling market town. The Gallery Upstairs above the restaurant you’ll find the business’s accompanying gallery. Rustic chic home and garden pieces, fun ornaments, gorgeous gifts and humorous […]
UPDATE: Open with social distancing measures in place, two people per household/vehicle. Berries Restaurant & Coffee Shop open from July 4th 2020. Your Country department store – Oakchurch near Hereford. Offering a food hall, fashion & footwear, homeware, toys, gifts, jewellery and a wonderful garden centre, Oakchurch really offers you everything under one roof for a great day out. Berries restaurant offers breakfast, morning coffee, lunch or afternoon tea with roasts served every Wednesday & Saturday. The Food Hall at Oakchurch really is the ‘Harrods of Herefordshire.’ It stocks a wide range of local and national foods, beautifully displayed. A must try, among the gourmet feast on offer, is the highly commended range of homemade food where bread is freshly baked daily and if you visit during the summer months, there are also their famous strawberries plus many other fruits and vegetables picked daily, fresh from the farm. There is a fine selection of wines, spirits and ciders from local brewers and a long established traditional butcher. When only the finest will do, Oakchurch presents a selection of beautiful jewellery, watches and handbags. In the showroom you’ll find pieces from over 50 different designers. You’ll find everything you need in […]
The Harp at Old Radnor is a lovely old Welsh longhouse inn perched on a hilltop overlooking the beautiful Radnor Valley, close to the Powys/Herefordshire border. Independently owned and run by Chris and Angela Ireland, The Harp is a real pub, with ancient slate floors, oak beams, antique settles and a huge open log fire. A lovely place to visit for good food, good beer, comfortable rooms and friendly service. The cosy bar offers cask-conditioned real ales, local cider and perry, and a wide range of good wines and soft drinks. The menu comprises home-cooked and mainly locally-sourced food and offers simple pub classics like home-cooked ham with free-range eggs and proper chips alongside imaginative modern dishes and of course a traditional roast lunch on Sundays. See the menu. Also see The Harp at Old Radnor accommodation.
UPDATE: Opening from July 6th 2020 with four en suite letting rooms on a bed and breakfast basis only. Taking bookings now. The Kilpeck Inn is located in the historic village of Kilpeck, in the heart of rural Herefordshire. Open for divine takeaway food only from their menu inc Sunday Lunch during the Covid period. Kilpeck is renowned for its beautiful Romanesque church just a minutes walk from the inn. The inn was extensively refurbished in 2009 to extend the dining room and add accommodation, whilst retaining its special character. We offer a warm welcome, friendly service and top quality food sourced from local suppliers, all prepared by award winning head chef Ross Williams. The Kilpeck Inn is recommended in the Michelin Guide, as well as the Good Pub Guide, the AA Pub Guide and Alastair Sawday’s Special Places. The Inn recently won both ‘Best Country Inn – Herefordshire’ and the Location Award for Best Local History in the Lux 2016 Hospitality Awards. Come and sit by the fireside and enjoy a pint of local ale; have a delicious meal in the bar or in our restaurant, or stay the night in one of our four luxurious en-suite bedrooms. Open […]
UPDATE: Re-opening Tuesday July 7th 2020 for dine in customers. They will have limited bookable tables inside and some bookable tables undercover outside. They will also be extending their outside area to accommodate more walk ins, these seats will however be weather dependent. Every precaution to make sure both their staff and customers are as safe as possible will be taken. The Beefy Boys understand that not all of their customers will yet feel ready to venture out and eat in the restaurant so they will be continuing to offer collections and deliveries for those who would still rather dine at home. The new measures and systems in place will be a challenge for the team and they expect the measures and style of service to evolve and improve as they go. They ask that in these first few tentative days and weeks of finding their feet that people show their staff as much support, kindness, and understanding as possible-this is going to be very strange and new to everyone but they will do their very best to make it a great experience for everyone! Beefy Boys – A modern fun and relaxed restaurant with a fantastic outdoor space serving gourmet […]
UPDATE: The Green Dragon will be re-opening on Saturday 1st August. The re-opening of the hotel will see the team at the Green Dragon Hotel welcome guests to their safe and spacious areas, including The Hereford, Garrick Lounge, Offa Bar, Orange Bar, and bedrooms, for those who are staying. They are committed to ensuring the hotel continues to be a safe place to work, visit and stay in, and can assure you that the health, safety, and wellbeing of all of their employees, guests, and third-party visitors is, as always, their utmost priority. You can find out more about their Covid-19 safety measures over on our website. In order to ensure the safety of their team and guests, each outlet will have a limited capacity so reserving a table in The Hereford and The Offa Bar is recommended. The Offa Bar is the go-to nightspot in Hereford town, but soon to be is their famous Ballroom. Book your table now to enjoy expertly crafted cocktails in a safe and ambient setting. Head to their website to find further information on reopening, including opening times and how to book your table. Iconic hotel in City centre location With a full refurbishment underway […]
UPDATE: Open from July 4th 2020. Please email to reserve a room or table, booking essential, initially we will be operating different opening hours, we will post our exciting new menus shortly on our website. The Riverside Inn’s pretty black and white premises has it all Set in the picturesque village of Aymestry, near the Herefordshire/Shropshire border, The Riverside Inn has an award-winning restaurant, wonderful walks, a nature-lovers haven and well-appointed rooms. Food at The Riverside is made and cooked freshly on site; from the garden honey, oat and yogurt soda bread to the delectable lemon verbena ice cream. Sustainability and ethical sourcing is important to us for mussels and sea fish. Always scoring well regarding food miles for British produce and Fair Trade sources for imports. The kitchen garden is an important ingredient in the creation of menus and Andy and his team prepare the ground, sow and reap the seasonal vegetables and fruits. There are designated “dog tables” in the bar should you wish to take your four-legged friend to dine with you. The river and its banks are full of wildlife; dragonflies, dippers, otters, kingfishers, brown trout and grayling all live here. Fly fishing is available for guests on […]
The Blue Room Restaurant at Longworth Hall offers a new concept in Fine Dining & Traditional Afternoon Tea. With arched alcoves, open log fire and antique paintings and prints, the restaurant is the perfect setting for Afternoon Tea, romantic dinners, or any excuse to eat fine food. Longworth Hall Hotel is a tastefully refurbished Georgian mansion set in beautiful Countryside in Lugwardine in Herefordshire. The restaurant serves fresh and creative dishes with a modern european flavour using locally sourced ingredients where possible. The chef specialises in an exciting take on matching meats, fish, and vegetarian dishes along with fresh hand made filled raviolis, tortellinis and gnocchi In some dishes, the protein becomes the side element with the pasta being the star. At the heart of the kitchen is the philosophy of keeping cookery traditional, food delicious and served in a modern way. Fine dining in a comfortable and relaxed Georgian home. Afternoon tea is available for parties of 2 or more and must be booked in advance. Tea is taken either in the restaurant, in the lounge or in the gardens, the choice is yours. Opening Hours Afternoon Tea – Daily from 12pm until 5pm – Reservations only Lunch – Friday […]
