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The Riverside at Aymestrey
Leominster, Herefordshire
Behind the Tudor black-and-white facade of this old coaching inn lies a gastropub big on sustainability, with some quirky options for an overnight stay.
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The River Lugg flows by this roadside Tudor black-and-white coaching inn, now a gastropub with sustainability at its heart. As well as bedrooms in the main building, there are quirky standalone garden lodges, all with shower, one with in-room bath, two with decked terrace. Home-baked treats and Noble Isle toiletries are complimentary. Chef-patron Andy Link uses produce from kitchen gardens, orchard and smallholding, honey from the bees, and foraged ingredients in creative dishes such as chicken, roast radish, garden herbs and onion mayo, with interesting vegan options. Everything possible is made onsite. The bar, with dog-friendly tables, has two log-burners and comfy seating. Both bar and restaurant have a relaxed, pubby ambience. When the sun shines, dine outdoors and watch for kingfishers.
Hotel Details
Address
, Aymestrey, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 9ST, England
Telephone
01568 708440
Bedroom
9. 2 junior suites in annexe, 3 in garden lodges, 1 on ground floor.
Openings
all year.
Background Music
low-level in restaurant and bar, acoustic background during service times.
Children
all ages welcome, extra bed £30, child portions, high chairs, cots.
Dogs
allowed in all rooms (£15 per stay, treats, bowl, poo bags), dog-friendly section of restaurant, designated walks in grounds.
Prices
B&B doubles from £140. À la carte £55.
Facilities
bar, snug restaurant, main restaurant (vegan menu), private dining room, in-room TV, civil wedding licence, 2 shepherds' hut spa treatment rooms, horsebox sauna, 2-acre grounds (kitchen gardens, orchards, smallholding), parking, EV charging, unsuitable for wheelchair.
