The Dinton Hermit at Ford is a beautifully positioned pub with contemporary en-suite rooms and a kitchen of real quality, named for the regicide John Bigg who retreated into hermitage here after the execution of Charles I. The food draws enthusiastic visitors — a 5-star stay described as the perfect post-walk overnight — and the kitchen’s handling of everything from the roast to the desserts earns specific praise. The setting is quiet and beautiful, the service warm and professional.
A remarkable pub combining genuine historical character with comfortable accommodation and a kitchen that earns its reputation. The story of the Dinton Hermit alone makes it worth visiting.
