The Swan Inn

Situated in the heart of a 'chocolate-box' Suffolk village, this pretty 16th-century thatched pub is driven by culinary aspirations while remaining true to its local roots. The refurbished light modern bar area comes decked out with oak floors, beamed ceilings and an open fire, while blackboard menus confirm the kitchen's serious intent. Driven by quality local seasonal produce, the cooking's modern bistro-style approach is intelligently unfussy, allowing the main ingredient to shine. Start with a simple dish of dressed Cromer crab with lemon and mayonnaise, or perhaps pan-fried scallops with crispy sage leaves, capers and pink grapefruit. Follow with whole roast sea bass with ginger and coriander butter, and for dessert you may not be able to resist an excellent chocolate pot with a quenelle of cream.

On B1115 between Sudbury & Hadleigh
Nearest station: Sudbury/Stowmarket

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