HOTEL OF THE WEEK
Llandrillo, Denbighshire
WHERE AND WHY:
Tucked away in the beautiful North Wales countryside, Tyddyn Llan, run by Bryan and Susan Webb, is set within beautiful manicured grounds with spectacular views.
Food takes centre stage at the welcoming hotel’s Michelin-listed restaurant and comfortable, cosy rooms are decorated with four-poster beds and Welsh furniture.
There’s no mobile signal, but that’s not likely to trouble you when you’re sipping a gin and tonic on the sunny terrace.
ON THE MENU:
Afternoon tea is accompanied by Welsh cakes or Bara brith (traditional tea bread). A range of tasty hors d’oeuvre, including Scotch eggs and salmon rillettes, are served in the cosy sitting room before dinner.
The maître d’ is almost evangelical about the delightful selection of dishes, which celebrate local produce and change depending on availability.
We are treated to a nutty, savoury artichoke soup and griddled scallops with cauliflower purée, pancetta, caper and raisin dressing.
Coffee and petits fours can be enjoyed in the sitting room.
In the morning, enjoy a full Welsh breakfast, with laverbread the star of the show.
WHILE YOU’RE THERE:
The glorious green rolling hills of the Dee Valley offer plenty of routes for seasoned walkers and those who prefer a gentle stroll.
Tyddyn Llan is also well placed to explore Snowdonia National Park. Fishing, watersports and golf are all within easy reach. Chester is an hour away by car.
WAKE UP CALL:
Dinner, B&B from £160 per person, based on two sharing.
A two-night walking break, including packed lunch, is priced from £295 per person, based on two sharing. tyddynllan.co.uk