The George and Dragon★★★★
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"Gorgeous animal-themed bedrooms in a charming English inn."
Overview
The George and Dragon is a quintessentially English village pub, with an interior that is best described as 'snug country pub with an industrial twist'. Public areas combine the old with the new; minimalist, moody colours, metal accents, retained original features, exposed brickwork/low ceilings. The downstairs includes a welcoming bar/sitting room completed with cosy armchairs, intimate restaurant space and a cosy snug. 6 guest bedrooms; 3 above the inn and further 3 garden rooms to the rear.
Ratings & awards
AA 4 Star Inn
2-Rosette restaurant
Our inspector loves...
Location - In the heart of picturesque Rutland, the UK's smallest county
Character - A quintessentially English country pub, with a laid-back modern vibe
Bedrooms - 6 individually themed rooms; 3 above the inn & 3 ground-floor garden rooms
Seasonal menus - Focus on fresh local produce, from local lamb to game birds from the local shoot
Drink & dine al fresco - Enclosed courtyard seating area to the rear, lovely spot for the warmer months
Features
- Opening Times
- Open all year
- Rooms
- Rooms 7
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About the area
Measuring less than 20 miles (32. 4 km) across, Rutland has a resident population of around 37,000, and apart from Oakham and Uppingham most of its inhabitants live in tiny villages and hamlets like Exton.
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