Beaufort Arms, Raglan

Former coaching inn diagonally opposite the large parish church. The hotel is family-owned and imposing without losing its cosy feel. While many of the original features have been retained there has out of necessity been some some bowing to modernity to bring the premises up to today's customer expectations. Knowledgeable staff make visitors feel welcome. Good quality accommodation and a wide choice of tasty meals using locally sourced produce, when possible, to produce familiar favourites alongside a list of dishes with a Mediterranean twist. Breakfast is served from 7-10am. The Castle Country Bar has an atmosphere of its own with many items to catch the eye such as a cabinet with a stuffed fox and rabbit, other similar exhibits are a Mirror Carp and a Pike, no doubt both prize catches in their day. There is a bit of a fishing theme with many fishing flies displayed. From the past is an original supporting beam (no longer in use) while in the present a large flat screen TV, used for sporting events, seems to merge in with its antiquated surroundings. The lounge is much larger and provides a very comfortable area for relaxation. The elegant Brasserie is modern and stylish but not at odds with the old fabric of the building. An ancient chapel is now the ballroom/function room. Tradition has it that there is a long lost tunnel connecting the hotel to nearby Raglan Castle. It's worth noting that at least one beer from the local Untapped Brewery is usually on sale in the bar.