The Crown Hotel

Thoroughfare, Woodbridge, Suffolk

The charming market town of Woodbridge, with its marina and host of independent boutiques is a great place to visit for a cosy weekend. Leaving the traditional twee pinks of Suffolk behind, 16th-century The Crown is much more ‘Farrow and Ball chic’ and modern in style. A soft, nautical theme flows quietly throughout – pleasingly it is more Edward Hopper than Jack Sparrow.

Head chef Luke Bailey brings Suffolk fare to the fore with a rustic yet refined menu that includes foraged ingredients and an emphasis on what’s in season. Championing the highest-quality ingredients the area has to offer, opt for Deben Spinney Creek oysters with Adnams vodka bloody Mary dressing, followed by prosciutto-wrapped Sutton Hoo chicken with Suffolk ham hock and mushroom terrine. When you’ve exhausted the bustle of the dining room, relax in the crisp white linens of the ten bedrooms. BG. Doubles from £100 (thecrownatwoodbridge.co.uk)