This is one of the most historic hostelries in the town. The standard is set from the outset with the entrance from the front being through a classic revolving door. The building is a Grade 1 listed 16th century coaching inn and hotel, with 57 rooms and 3 function suites, although most of the visible architecture is early Georgian. The former public bar, the Oak Bar (by the entrance), ceased being used as a functioning bar in 2019 with the removal of the handpumps and other bar paraphernalia. The main hotel lounge bar is the Tudor Bar, opposite the reception. This is a large beamed room with a high-ceiling, furnished with comfortable seating, and a fine fireplace. It is only open to residents of the hotel.