The Tower Bar with its leather furniture, open fire and irritable-looking trout has the air of a Victorian club.
But the conservatory’s outside terrace provides a lighter and airier space, wonderful in summertime: overlooking the lake and the tower, of course.
Be spoiled for choice, with 10 house wines to taste, a selection of gins and vodkas.
And for the connoisseur, over 25 malt whiskies, even a vertical tasting of fine armagnacs from the 40s to the present day, all served in crystal glasses.
Call 01691 870692