The Vine Restaurant

Located in the historic part of the hotel this cosy table is a wonderful place to sample the delights from Head Chef Martin Bishop's kitchen

Room 17 - four poster bed

On the wall in this bedroom is a small window showing the original 13th Century "daub and wattle"

On this is an example of 18th century wallpaper

Also on wall by the window is a signature or graffiti saying I E A Robert July 1683 was this a builder or guest ?

Room 27 - Suite with views over the Court Yard

This room runs the length of one side of the Court Yard commanding wonderful views over to the front door

Room 52 - individually designed bedrooms

All our bedrooms are individually designed by our Director, with most of the soft furnishings made in our sewing room located in the hotel

The First view of the Court Yard from Milford Street

As you turn the corner from Milford Street into the hotel arch, the sight of peace and tranquility which is the oasis of the Court Yard greets you

The romantic setting of the Court Yard in Summer

The Court Yard is the perfect situation to host your wedding reception in, from photos and pre reception drinks to an al fresco reception

The Vine Restaurant

The Vine Restaurant is a beautifully proportioned room, allowing for intimate dining or larger dinner parties. The Vine Restaurant also has on display a fine collection of blue and white china.

Room 55 - Four poster bed

The BEST WESTERN Red Lion has 3 beautifully appointed four poster bed rooms, ideal for the honeymoon night or just a romantic night away

Summer in the Court Yard

The Court Yard originally the area where the stage coaches pulled into the hotel to deliver the post on the London to Bristol or London to Exeter, now an oasis of tranquility where one can relax enjoy a light meal or drink

Summer flowers in the Court Yard

The Court Yard is a wonderful sun trap and an ideal place to meet friends for a drink or al fresco dining in a little oasis in the middle of a busy city

The Grandfather clock in the Reception

This organ skeleton clock is rare enough, but the case is carved by prisoners of war from the Spanish armada