The Griffin
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"Modern dishes in historic building."
Overview
A 17th-century, former coaching inn, The Griffin is a bistro and club located in the beautiful village of Old Amersham. Original features have been retained and matched with contemporary fixtures and fittings. The modern British cooking sticks to the seasons and the wine list has plenty of interesting options.
Ratings & awards
2 Rosette Award for Culinary Excellence
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Location: - On the High Street, and only a short walk from the public carpark.
Menu: - Seasonal menus, with the lunch menu offering very good value for money.
History: - This historical building has a long and interesting history spanning centuries.
Co-Working Club: - The top floor rooms are available for people to meet, work and collaborate.
Events: - Parties, Private Dining & bespoke gatherings are catered for.
About the area
Buckinghamshire is a land of glorious beech trees, wide views and imposing country houses, such as Stowe and Waddesdon Manor, set amid sumptuous gardens and dignified parkland. The Vale of Aylesbury is a vast playground for leisure seekers, and rising above it are the Chiltern Hills, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty where you can also find the woodland rides of Burnham Beeches
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