Welcome to ten ideal and charming venues from which to explore this complex and fascinating region of England. Choose canal side walks in quaint country villages or leisurely strolls through nature parks and leafy woodlands. Plus, you're never far from the wild beauty of the west coast that has so shaped life here.

If history is your thing, then there are many ancient manor houses from which to choose, while urban life revolves around acclaimed zoos, first class city centre shopping, lively museums and art galleries. However you choose to spend your leisure, each Vintage Inn will offer you a full menu of British favourites and blackboard specials, plus surroundings of great charm and character in which to enjoy them.

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If the day is cold we've got roaring log fires, piping hot dishes, rich red wines and hearty ales to warm your heart, and when the weather is fine we have refreshing drinks and delightful light snacks to put a spring in your step.