Rockliffe Hall marks the addition of another resort destination in the north of England with all the trappings of five star comforts, a championship golf course and one of the largest spas in the country. Post tee-off it's time to don those smart casuals and head to The Clubhouse for a meal.

Traditional British cooking is their forte but well aimed shafts of innovation bring welcome relief to jaded palates; think smoked haddock with crisp hen's egg and homemade potted seafood pie with garden vegetables and new potatoes. You'd also notice some robust flavouring coming through main courses such as rare breed pork loin with apple mash, root vegetables, black pudding and Muscat raisin jus. For dessert a combination of white chocolate and raspberry is truly sharp and indulgent and what better way to enjoy this tart than with spoonfuls of coconut ice cream.

Rockliffe Hall hopes to add a further selection of eight meeting rooms to the existing two suites in a bid to woo more business visitors who can then mingle commerce and pleasure within its pleasant, convivial setting.