Shibden Mill Inn in Halifax, West Yorkshire The historic 17th-century Inn has a long history; it was first used as a grain and spinning mill before being purchased by Halifax brewers the "Websters" in 1890 and converted into a public house. After many years, the mill's purpose has altered, but it is still humming [...]

The Boar’s Head near Harrogate, North Yorkshire The Ingilby family has lived in Ripley Castle for more than 700 years, and they still own and run The Boar's Head. In fact, a large portion of the furnishings and a large number of the pictures are family heirlooms. All locals are welcome to take advantage [...]

The King’s Head Inn in Bledington, Oxfordshire The lovely 16th-century Cotswolds pub, which was named Pub of the Year 2018, Inn of the Year 2020, and Inn of the Year 2021 by the Good Pub Guide, is ideally positioned on the charming village green in Bledington. This stunning bar, which The Sunday Times called [...]

The Inn at Whitewell, Forest of Bowland, Lancashire The Bowman family owns and operates the inn; Charles Bowman is the third generation to get involved with the inn's development. The old structure was largely restored by his father Richard, a former Lancashire cricketer and brewer. On the inn's seven-mile stretch of the river, guests [...]

The Hundred House, Severn Valley, Shropshire The Hundred House, a delightful, family-run hotel in Norton, near Shifnal, is only 10 minutes' drive from Ironbridge Gorge and its numerous museums. It is located in rolling countryside adjacent to Shropshire's lovely Severn Valley. The Phillips family runs a charming, family-owned Georgian coaching inn known for its [...]

Small, historic hotel: The Peacock in Derbyshire The Peacock, which dates back to 1652, is a small, luxurious, historic hotel at Rowsley. It is decorated with antiques and is situated in lovely gardens that descend to the banks of the River Derwent, where you could enjoy a spot of trout fishing. From the 1830s, [...]

The Rose & Crown The Robinson family, who have farmed in Teesdale for four generations, is the proprietors of The Rose & Crown. Together with a fantastic group of local personnel, Thomas Robinson and especially his wife Cheryl actively participate in the day-to-day operations of the Rose & Crown, which is known for its [...]

The White Horse & Griffin in Whitby, North Yorkshire One of the most recognizable and alluring buildings on Whitby's historic East side is the White Horse & Griffin Hotel and Restaurant, which brilliantly encapsulates the history, ambiance, and character of this adored seaside community. The White Horse & Griffin, which was first built in [...]

The Selkirk Arms in Kirkcudbright, Scotland The Selkirk Arms in Scotland is the perfect starting point from which to experience Scotland's stunning south west coast because it is situated in the center of Kirkcudbright and is tucked between rocky coastlines and dramatic heather-covered hills. The historic townhouse hotel, which dates back to 1777, is [...]

Adriatik Hotel in Durres, Albania Located right on the sandy beach in the 3,000 years old coastal city of Durres, the Luxury Adriatik Hotel is Albania’s first 5-star hotel. The iconic hotel was opened in 1957 during the communist regime, and for 40 years the hotel was only open to serve foreign diplomats, politicians [...]