The Bull

In a quiet country location, this attractive three-storey building can be traced to 1385; it was first licensed under Henry VII in 1495. More recently, World War II pilots relaxed here; stamps on the restaurant ceiling mark downed German planes, and dozens of pictures of Spitfires decorate the place. Ales from the award-winning Dark Star micro-brewery are supported by a 70-bottle wine list. Food follows classic lines, but as much as possible is sourced from local growers and suppliers: Hartley Bottom lamb and prune pie, and Woods Farm egg and cheese omelette are just two examples. Why not stay over in one of the refurbished bedrooms and try the circular walk from the pub?