It is when you stop and finally smell the proverbial roses you realise how fast life is zipping by and it takes a visit to the country before you can slow down, rejuvenate your tired senses and enjoy every moment. At The Mill Inn, Coulter, there is such a refuge where you can breathe in the clean air, sit down to a warm, satisfying meal and sip your favourite beer.

A full-fledged Scottish menu is yours for the asking, so expect to find cullen skink, a traditional haddock soup or Mc Sween's Haggis topped with whisky cream and served with oatcakes. For mains, you could try breaded scampi or rack of Border lamb with a Drambuie and mint glaze. The chef's specials vary as far as desserts are concerned, and a Scottish cheese board is also recommended as an apt way to end your meal.