The Bull

The white-painted Bull was a favourite of the flyers from nearby airfields in World War II, and there are bits and pieces of memorabilia from that time dotted around the place to this day. The building still has plenty of character - think wooden floors, beamed ceilings and inglenook fireplaces - while the wooden tables in the small restaurant are adorned with candles and posies of fresh flowers. You can eat in the bar, too, if you wish; in fact, it's easy come, easy go here with a relaxed warm welcome, comfy sofas to encourage lingering in said bar, and a proprietor keen to share his knowledge and offer advice on the extensive, French-influenced wine list. The cooking is broadly modern British with local suppliers proudly name-checked. Pollock fillet might come Thai-style with lime and lemongrass sauce, followed by Hartley Bottom rack of lamb with dauphinoise, spring greens and mint gravy.