Hoste Arms

Transformed over the years into that rare combo of stylish pub, restaurant & classy hotel by owner Paul Whittome, this handsome 17th-century inn overlooks the green in a smart village close to the north Norfolk coast. There’s no food served in the rustic, unpretentious bar, but the various contemporary styled dining areas are popular with locals, celebs & weekending Londoners. A lengthy brasserie-style menu focuses on fresh Norfolk produce (there’s a policy of sourcing ingredients from a 20-mile radius, notably fish & seafood). Tuck into hot Burnham Creek oysters with tomato chutney & Emmental, or home-smoked Gressingham duck breast with celeriac puree, watercress & chestnuts, then move on to mixed seafood chowder or honey-glazed ham hock with Dijon mustard & orange mash, caper, thyme & gherkin dressing. There are grill, salad & pasta options, with the likes of glazed passion fruit tart or dark chocolate fondant for pud.