The Hardwicke Arms Hotel is set in the rural village of Arrington, just a few miles north of Royston. Once a coaching inn, and later part of the Wimpole estate, the building dates back to the thirteenth century, although there is little remaining evidence of that time. An on-going refurbishment programme has succeeded in bringing the hotel into the 21st century, whilst maintaining the character and beautiful old features.www.hardwickearms.co.uk96 Ermine Way Arrington, SG8 0AH

The Coach House Hotel, primarily built of local flint and previously known as the Coach and Horses Inn, has maintained its old world charm and offers a warm friendly welcome to all our guests. After major refurbishment by the new management it now has all modern facilities. Nestled amongst plush farmland, this pretty old coaching inn situated on the A505 and just minutes from J10 of the M11 is easily accessible from the A10 and A11www.coachhousehotel.co.ukFlintcross/Newmarket Rd Heydon, SG8 7PN