Three Acres Inn & Restaurant (Shortlist*)

Review

Smart old roadside drovers' inn (busy morning traffic) in Pennine countryside, 5 miles SE of centre. Owned by Neil Truelove and Brian Orme: at its heart is modern British regional food from chef Jason Littlewood. 'The place is packed.' Seafood Bar, 2 dining rooms; background music. Small function/private dining facilities. Terraced garden; decked dining terrace. Children welcomed. 20 bedrooms (1 suitable for [di]; 6 in adjacent cottages). B&B £60--£125 per person. Dinner from £37.95