Feathers Hotel

Dating back to at least 1564, Feathers - originally called the Plume of Feathers - is a fine example of Tudor architecture. The original character of the heavily timbered building shines through, complemented by antique furniture and all mod-cons in the bedrooms. Fuggles Brasserie takes its name from the variety of hops, so it is only fitting that they are used as decoration, hanging from the beamed ceiling. The modern menu focuses on British flavours alongside familiar European preparations, making good use of fresh, local ingredients. Start perhaps with Monmouthshire chicken leg and roasted sweet pepper terrine with plum tomato and basil concasse, before pan-fried calves' liver with apple and bacon champ, spring greens and red onion, or a Herefordshire steak from the grill. The more formal Quills restaurant is open at weekends and for functions.