Harden's survey result
Summary
A striking Georgian coaching inn overlooking this pretty destination’s surprisingly long village green. Now in the safe hands of the East Anglia-based Chestnut Group (behind the Old Bridge in Huntingdon and, most recently, The Maltings in Weybourne), this “reliable local” turns out varied grub, from hearty roasts to vegan options – and you can walk it off at one of the many stately homes nearby (of which the NT’s Melford Hall is just a hop away).
Summary
A fifteenth century inn overlooking the local green that’s ably helmed by the Chestnut Group, who run a series of characterful boozers across East Anglia; it’s praised for a “well-balanced menu” (steaks, fish, veggie options like risotto) and its handy location for visiting local stately homes, with NT property Melford Hall just a five-minute walk away.
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The Grn, Long Melford, CO10 9DN
Restaurant details
Prices
 Drinks |
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|---|---|
| Wine per bottle | £25.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £0.00 |
 Extras |
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|---|---|
| Bread | £6.00 |
| Service | 10.00% |
The Grn, Long Melford, CO10 9DN
Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6 pm‑9 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6 pm‑9 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6 pm‑9 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6 pm‑9 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6 pm‑9 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6 pm‑9 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑7 pm |
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