Llanthony Priory Hotel

A tiny and remarkable bar situated in the one-time cellars of the abbot of this substantial, but ultimately doomed monastery. Deserted by the monks even before the Dissolution, the ruins dominate the valley floor between two towering and beautiful ridges. These days few live in the tiny hamlet, or indeed in the whole valley, walkers and treckers outnumbering locals at weekends and holidays. Take care, between October and Easter the bar opens only at weekends, best check before setting out. (Winter 6-11 Fri; 11-11 Sat; 11-5 Sun)