Dormy House Hotel

Dormy House, Willersey Hill, Broadway, Worcester

Exposed Cotswold stone walls in distinctively mellow, cinder toffee hues; deep, rich, oak-panelled rooms evocative of a regal age; and undulating countryside extending across the Worcestershire plains – arriving at Dormy House Hotel is a life-affirming experience. Rooms are cosy and comfortably appointed, with delightful views to thrill the senses. The real draw, however, is the inventive and precise cuisine of head chef Andrew Troughton. His is a Michelin-starred restaurant waiting to happen. Elegant starters and mains are presented in Picasso-esque pictorial fashion, making them almost too pretty to eat. Sensational desserts – such as lemon tart with absurdly good raspberry ice cream – are the real highlights.

Foodie diversion Broadway Deli on the high street is food paradise, with Cotswold Gold rapeseed oil, Bramley & Gage gins and Gorsehill Abbey cheese.

Come here for gourmandising in a setting of pure serenity.

Details Doubles from £170, including breakfast. Dinner around £35.