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A soothing scent of smoked wood from the crackling log fire welcomes you at the Otterburn Hall Hotel, the only hotel located within the picturesque Northumberland National Park. Overlooking the glorious grounds at the hotel is the Greenchesters Restaurant, in period Victorian décor highlighted by the wooden flooring, teak furnishings and large windows.

The menu changes with the seasons, ensuring only fresh ingredients are used throughout the year. The kitchen attempts to create a range of exciting modern British dishes such as penne pasta with chorizo and prawns, grilled black pudding served with sweet chilli cous cous and risotto dressed with vegetables, peppers and parmisanno shavings. Greenchesters Restaurant is open at weekends to enjoy a sumptuous afternoon tea or a Sunday lunch or use as a base to take advantage of all the interesting events that happen in this wonderfully scenic location.

The Otterburn Tower stands tall as a silent witness to history and a visit to this 11th century fortified country house is indeed a treat for the senses and intellect, not to mention your taste buds! Their restaurant features modern British cuisine and uses only the best locally sourced produce, sometimes also from the kitchen garden, while tender lamb and beef comes from Longwitton Farm nearby.

Within the a la carte menu, look for pan seared fillet of South Coast grey mullet served with citrus fruits and coriander amongst the starters and follow it up with breast of Goosnargh corn fed duck served with turnip puree, cabbage and cherries. The rich chocolate tart with summer berry compote is a fine way to conclude and the knowledgeable staff members are ever present to help you in choosing the right tipple from their extensive wine cellar.