The urban guide to the countryside -
Restaurants
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Beautiful Barton Hall
I loved this hotel. Just to get it out there from the beginning. Super stylish with a great restaurant and an extensive gin menu to drink on the terrace (we tried a few)! What's not to like?
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Din dins at 185 Watling St
Garden bars and picnics under the stars...it's time to step outside for al fresco fun
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Muddy eats: Overstone Arms
With an orchard garden to lose hours in and tapas to fuel you through glorious countryside walks, The overstone Arms might just be your new go to lunch venue!
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Muddy’s Folly (food review)
It would be easy to zoom along the A5 and miss the picturesque Folly Inn, situated opposite Towcester race course. This Muddy is glad she popped in to find creative flair and great hosts awaiting
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Swanning around in Lamport
The Swan at Lamport - gorgeous countryside, family friendly and super tasty; a true Northamptonshire favourite and it's perfect location for a gentle, post Sunday lunch amble at nearby Brixworth or Pitsford
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Bravo Nuovo!
Nuovo - it's Italian for fresh, different and up to date. And it's why this Muddy has never been disappointed whenever I've visited over the past year and a half.
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Mini staycation – The Narrowboat, Weedon
Weekend breaks, secret dates, and catching up with mates. It's a step into rural Northamptonshire, but offers the cuisine most often associated with gastro cuisine.
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Our daily Bread & Pullet
Those of you Mudsters who were here at the genesis of Muddy in February last year will recall that Adam Church, Head Chef and part owner of the Bread and Pullet, was one of the first of the Northants establishment to open its doors to Muddy Stilettos and we gave the food and the ambience a glowing review. Well, we're both a year older, we're still seeing each other but are we still in love?
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What’s on until 30 March:
This week the What’s on has a distinctly maternal feel to it. It’s Mothering Sunday on 26 March, and whilst there are lots of other fun activities to be getting on with around the county, this Muddy thinks it’s time to put Mum first. A Tribute to George Michael, Kettering Park Hotel, Friday 24 March […]
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Cocktail hour darlings
Superb cocktails at half the price! The Fox and Hounds is rather classy for a pub and we took full advantage
