Anchor Inn's objective is to bring back the excitement and exhilaration of a bygone era and the well-appointed bedrooms and suites filled with books and photographs bear eloquent testimony to this. The cooking may seem formula British pub fare but being attuned to the seasons and local sourcing play a key role in elevating it to a higher level.

The menu kicks off with starters of chicken liver and foie gras parfait with shallot marmalade and sourdough toast, and devilled whitebait with tartare sauce, followed by Glamorgan sausages with tomato relish, Barnsley chop with crushed peas and mint sauce, or The Anchor steak sandwiches. Comforting British classics of spotted dick with custard feature in the dessert section alongside treacle tart with clotted cream and rhubarb crumble with vanilla ice cream.

Outdoor enthusiasts could try fly fishing on a number of rivers within a short drive from the Inn or a variety of country sports.