An equestrian theme runs through this Georgian former coaching inn, part of the Grosvenor group (see Wild Thyme and Honey, Cirencester). Spread across four buildings, the characterful, on-trend bedrooms have a rainfall shower, an espresso machine, sloe gin, Bramley toiletries. Two suites have a super king-size bed and in-room copper bath. The bar is a contemporary take on a traditional local, with log burner, larky artworks. The horse theme continues in the restaurant, where menus include appealing dishes such as Devon crabcake, poached egg, lobster velouté, spiced seaweed crumb; and steaks from the Robato grill. You can even dine alfresco in the rose garden.