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In the reign of Queen Victoria someone hit on the rather original notion of joining two half-timbered cottages dating from the 1500's, adding a bell-tower and a mews. The result, renovated in 2000, is moated Langshott Manor, only eight minutes drive from Gatwick. Insulated from some of the grosser sounds of 21st century living you relax into a past age as the cares of the day are dined away by a cuisine which relies heavily on local produce and offers such delights as smoked bacon soup, pan-fried Cornish red mullet and creme brulee such as you dream about. A somewhat expensive wine list is about the only cloud on the horizon, with house wine at £17.

Judging by the number of couples deciding to exchange vows in this pretty manor house located in Horley, the Stanhill Court Hotel indeed seems like a most romantic place. This elegant venue offers a number of different options for weddings as well as other occasions although guests could simply enjoy visiting there just to soak up the serene ambience and sample some of the wonderful food in Restaurant 1881, their in house dining destination.

Serving an international cuisine with British and Mediterranean influences, this two AA rosette winning restaurant offers roast boneless quail with pancetta, Savoy cabbage, port glazed pear and hazel nut dressing for starters. This could be followed up with cannon of monkfish loin wrapped in Highland smoked salmon, sweet potato purée, spinach, chorizo and basil gnocchi. For dessert, there is the Belgium chocolate and cointreau truffled tart with tangerine sorbet and fine wines from the 200 bin list only add to the pleasure of dining.

Proximity to Gatwick Airport makes the Russ Hill Hotel a most convenient stopover before or after flying and the excellent service combined with the comfort element brings a good level of recommendation. Brimming with character, this three star hotel with its 19th century architecture possesses all modern amenities and yet the countryside location is  definite balm to the senses. The bedrooms are well appointed and conference facilities make this hotel the ideal spot for conventions and meetings.

Ruspers Restaurant is an elegant dining space in the hotel where guests can dine on some delicious British cuisine. The carvery meals, with prices that will gladden your heart include roasted meats accompanied by fresh vegetables and the restaurant is open till ten p.m. every night. Fine wines and delectable desserts complete the meal and you can enjoy the intimate atmosphere and the fabulous execution of traditional dishes to round off your trip to the hotel.

Specializing in cuisine from the state of West Bengal, where politics and football share the stage with seafood and aloo pushto, New Curry Bengal is a welcome change to the dining scenario in Horley. A vibrant interior that showcases traditional artifacts and curios provides a good atmosphere in which to enjoy the food. Cosy booths are available for those with a romantic dinner in mind and a simple well stocked bar serves a range of beer, wines and cocktails.

Among dhansak and pathia dishes you can choose chicken and lamb tikka. Tandoori king prawn, duck kebab and butter chicken stand out among masala dishes. Curries include meat rogon and mixed vegetable preparations. A range of Indian breads and rice options such as biryani and pulao are available to complement your selections from the menu.