The Royal Oak

With quiz nights, a jukebox, a well-patronised bar and a choice of dining spaces, the 18th-century Royal Oak has a lively community feel where both locals and visitors feel welcome. Bedrooms, quietly tucked away across the courtyard in a converted outbuilding, have a modern rustic look of stripped-wood floors, neat wooden furniture and breezy blues and greys. Some are on the cosy side, three are dog-friendly, two have seating areas, one of which is a striking affair with open rafters, mezzanine and in-room bath. Sample one of the local real ales or maybe a signature cocktail before dining, either in the courtyard, the convivial bar with its upcycled furniture or in the upstairs restaurant below the rafters. (Dogs are welcome in the bar and outside.) Modern European dishes with an American flavour include harissa pulled lamb, fried halloumi with chilli jam, and one-pot stews, plus a strong selection of vegan dishes such as the popular superfood burger. In summer, world street food is dispensed from a silver Airstream trailer. Breakfast includes bread from a nearby artisan bakery and eggs Benedict.