Expect Georgian good looks and plenty of quirky touches at this award winning coaching inn nestled in the foothills of Speen in Newbury, West Berkshire. The Hare & Hounds’ boutique bedrooms are individually designed with playful touches and nods to the area’s racing history and equestrian roots. In striking distance of Newbury racecourse, Donnington Castle and Downtown Abbey’s Highclere Castle, there’s plenty to explore before settling down to an expertly crafted cocktail or glass of wine next to a roaring fire. The pub and restaurant are home to sumptuous seasonal menus of elevated British classics and contemporary dishes inspired by flavours from global cuisine.