The Walnut Tree Inn
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Inspector comments
"Intelligent seasonal cooking in rural location."
Overview
At this iconic restaurant, it is revered chef Shaun Hill who is still at the helm. The inn is immaculately presented, with a tiny bar and a spacious dining room split into two. It’s light and airy, with bare tables, and large modern paintings on the walls. The atmosphere is informal but professional and the daily-changing menu is rooted in the classics.
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Ratings & awards
3 Rosette Award for Culinary Excellence
AA Notable Wine List
Our inspector loves...
Famous Destination Inn - Now with Shaun Hill maintaining the legacy
Timeless Cooking - A great a la carte menu using the very best ingredients
Beautiful Surroundings - In the Welsh countryside and with its own herb and vegetable garden
Attentive Service - From the professional and knowledgeable team
Notable Wine List - A carefully curated list with bags of appeal with bins from around the globe
Features
- Facilities
- Seats: 70
- Private dining available
- On-site parking available
- Food and Drink
- Wines under £30: 40
About the area
In their bid to control the borderlands of Monmouthshire – also known as the Marches – the Normans built a triangle of castles: Grosmont, Skenfrith and White. At first, they were simple wooden structures strengthened by earthworks, but when the lively Welsh refused to stop attacking them, it was decided more permanent fortresses were needed
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