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Mariners Rock refurbishment

Rating: 0

February 2nd 2012

The Mariners Rock, near Rock has had a lovely refurbishment.

Reader review: Walton Hall Hotel, Warwickshire

February 1st 2012

Christmas at Walton Hall Hotel proved to be the perfect break for Josie Kemp and her family

Katie Jarvis reviews Forest Green Rovers’ new meat-free menu

February 1st 2012

Football is one of a distinguished range of subjects about which Katie Jarvis knows nothing. Who better to send, therefore, to report on a Forest Green Rovers match, and to review the club’s new meat-free menu..

Eating out in Surrey - restaurant reviews

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January 31st 2012

Whether you're looking for fine dining, pub grub or exotic dishes, eating out in Surrey has something for everyone. Here's our guide to some of the best restaurants in Surrey

Martellos Kitchen, Abinger Hammer, Surrey RH5 6SA - restaurant review

January 31st 2012

When news reached Surrey Life that previous Michelin star, Drakes on the Pond at Abinger Hammer, had been resurrected as a posh pizza and pasta eatery, Martellos Kitchen, we couldn’t wait to check it out. Tinx Newton gives her verdict

Reisser Ltd's Charles Ledigo - My Favourite 5

Rating: 3

January 30th 2012

Charles Ledigo is chairman of Reisser Ltd, a distributor of fixings and power tool accessories, based at Hazel Grove. He lives in Wilmslow with his wife, Dianne, is an art collector and an avid follower of MUFC.

Dining out: The Cavendish Hotel, Baslow

Rating: 3

January 28th 2012

Quality and a passion for fine food are highlights of dining at this county hotel

Restaurant review: L'Olivo in Wheathampstead

Rating: 3

January 27th 2012

A real Italian job hits the spot for food and drink editor Richard Cawthorne

North Yorkshire restaurant guide - Brace Restaurant & Grill, Raithwaite Hall, Whitby

Rating: 3

January 27th 2012

Newly opened Raithwaite Hall, near Whitby, specialises in fabulous cuts of meat and exceptional service as Tony Greenway discovers

Your favourite Surrey restaurants and foodie pubs - win Denbies tours, plus wine

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January 24th 2012

Each month’s star review scribe wins four vouchers for Denbies indoor sparkling wine experience tours (valued at £12 per person) and a bottle of their award-winning Whitedowns Sparkling Cuvée, £14.99

Meatballs at The Quality Chop House, Restaurant Review, Farringdon

Rating: 3

January 24th 2012

92-94 Farringdon Road, EC1R 3EA 020 3490 6228

KIN, Restaurant Review, Clerkenwell

Rating: 3

January 24th 2012

88 Leather Lane, EC1N 7TT 020 7430 0880

Richard Phillips’ at Chapel Down, Tenterden

Rating: 4

January 19th 2012

Entering its fourth year based at the home of English wine, would celebrity chef Richard Phillips’ eponymous restaurant at Chapel Down still live up to its early promise? Kent Life went to find out

Richard Phillips’ at Chapel Down, Tenterden

Rating: 2

January 19th 2012

Entering its fourth year based at the home of English wine, would celebrity chef Richard Phillips’ eponymous restaurant at Chapel Down still live up to its early promise? Kent Life went to find out

Medieval farmhouse being given new life as restaurant

Rating: 2

January 17th 2012

A new restaurant and boutique guest house will open in the Spring in a rare medieval building on Exmoor, thanks to a £500,000 investment by the National Trust.

Restaurant reviews - Aiden Byrne British Grill, Ledsham and Chetwode Arms, Lower Whitley

Rating: 2

January 17th 2012

Lymm-based chef Aiden Byrne has been one to watch for some time. Now he’s also in charge of the kitchen at a Wirral hotel. Our reviewer went to investigate REVIEW BY RAY KING PHOTOGRAPHY BY MATTHEW OLLERHEAD

Trade is up at the Walnut Tree Hotel

Rating: 2

January 16th 2012

North Petherton’s Walnut Tree Hotel is celebrating having enjoyed a busy few months.

The Grumpy Mole, Brockham, Surrey RH3 7JS – restaurant review

January 6th 2012

What better way to test the party potential of one Surrey diner than a low-key Surrey Life lunch? Matthew Williams was joined by a few familiar faces to feast on the food and cheer of The Grumpy Mole in Brockham

Review: The Barceló Buxton Palace Hotel

Rating: 3

January 5th 2012

Our reviewer enjoys delicious produce and high quality cuisine at this majestic hotel

North Yorkshire restaurant guide - The Waterside, Downcliffe House Hotel, Filey

Rating: 2

January 4th 2012

The restaurant at the Downcliffe House Hotel in Filey is now known as The Waterside. Tony Greenway talks to owner Darren Booth to find out what’s in a name