The Bear
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"Quintessential market town coaching inn"
Overview
This imposing white-painted inn, dating from the 15th century, has been run by the Hindmarsh family for over 40 years. The rug-strewn, antique-laden bar offers sandwiches and baguettes on top of the main menu, and Welsh real ales take the lead at the pumps. Alternatively, dine in the original D Restaurant, intimately dressed with linen and fresh cut flowers, or at a table in the restored former kitchen. Head chef Padrig Jones makes good use of local Welsh produce, as in a starter of Welsh rarebit on toasted ciabatta with watercress salad, followed by home-made faggots with onion gravy; or Cornish fish pie. For vegetarians, perhaps Melanzane di Parmigianna. Finish with sticky toffee pudding with caramel sauce and rich clotted cream.
Ratings & awards
AA Pick of the Pubs
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About the area
The largest unitary authority in Wales, Powys covers an area of approximately 2,000 square miles. Much of that is mountainous because it actually has the lowest population density of all the Welsh counties.
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- Launderette
- Ice pack facility
- Shop onsite
- Wifi available
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