The Butchers Arms

Dating from the 16th century, this picturesque, half-timbered black and white inn was once a butcher's shop that also brewed beer and baked the village's bread. Set by a stream in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty at the foot of the sublime Marcle Ridge, it's in the heart of cider country - so expect several local ciders at the bar as well as a decent selection of local cask ales. There's also a well-considered wine list to match the accessible menu created by the renowned chef-patron Stephen Bull. Awarded two AA rosettes for quality, typical dishes include haggis fritters with beetroot relish followed by fillet of Cornish gilt head bream with brown shrimps, new potatoes and tomato and herb butter sauce. Bull's famous puddings include chargrilled pineapple with lime and chilli syrup and vanilla ice cream; and a chocolate brownie with chocolate and orange tart and coffee cream.