The Duke of Cumberland

"In spring the Duke looks divine, its brick and stone  cottage walls engulfed by wisteria," says David. "Rescued from closure by a local a few  years back, it has Simon Goodman as chef-landlord  and the show-stopping new dining room serves popular daily menus of fresh local produce."

Details: Henley, Midhurst, West Sussex GU27 3HQ (01428 652280; dukeofcumberland.com)