The Talbot
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"Modern cooking in historic inn"
Overview
Steeped in history, this Grade I listed 16th-century coaching inn is reputed to house the staircase that Mary, Queen of Scots walked down to her execution in 1587. The hotel offers an open-plan eatery for relaxed dining and the menu combines pub favourites with seasonal dishes like seared sea bream and warm Israeli couscous, and slow-braised beef short rib with turnip, carrot, leek, celery and cider casserole.
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About the area
Northamptonshire is a mainly rural county of gentle beauty, with farmland, forest and great country estates. Rivers, canals and meadows are all part of the tranquil scene, providing a haven for wildlife.
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