There are a few places to eat and drink in Malborough, here are two of the very best.

Churchills Bistro
The popular Churchills Bistro Bar serves evening meals and Sunday lunches using the finest of local produce from the farms and shores of the South Hams including Cornish and Devon cheeses.

A varied wine list is available. Exciting cocktails, aperitifs, digestifs and liquor coffees and bottled beers are served in the comfortable bar.

Children are welcome in both the bistro and chargrill; you can either choose a smaller portion from one of the main menus or from the separate children's menu.

Parties, functions and wedding receptions are welcome.

- Churchills Bistro, The Lodge Hotel, Malborough, Devon, TQ7 3RN. Tel: 01548 561405, web: www.lodge-churchills.co.uk

The Old Inn
Having been completely refurbished, The Old Inn offers a mix between old and new, serving local ales and traditional pub lunches, to fine cuisine, a good selection of wines, cocktails and champagne.

The restaurant is the ideal place for a romantic dinner, special celebrations, or just dining in style, where you will be served at your table by one of the friendly waiters/waitresses.

- The Old Inn, Higher Town, Malborough, Devon, TQ7 3RL. Tel: 01548 854064.