The hotel is privately owned, part of a small group of hotels which share similar characteristics and values. The Royal Oak began life in the 1700's as a coaching inn, a welcome stop on the long journey between London and Wales. It now wears many different 'hats"; comfortable hotel; cosy bar with open fires; high quality restaurant, internet cafe, wine bar, fully serviced venue for weddings and corporate events.www.theroyaloakhotel.netSouth St, HR6 8JA

The farm has been in the Williams family since 1939. Juliet and family offer a relaxing, stress-free rural visit. The high standard of service and accommodation caters for all individual visitors needs. Established in l998, the Bed and Breakfast holds the Tourist Council Four Diamonds and has won the prestigious Gold Award since 2000. Now 'Gold Award Winner for B&B of the year at the Heart of England Excellence in Tourism Awards 2006 '.www.lowe-farm.co.ukLowe Farm Pembridge, HR6 9JD