A fine dining restaurant with rooms in Montgomery, Powys, has been named the best in Wales at the recent AA B&B Awards 2024.
The Checkers - located on Broad Street in Montgomery (SY15 6PN) - was one of three Welsh establishments recognised in the national awards claiming the AA Restaurant with Rooms of the Year title for Wales.
Introducing the awards, AA said: "The AA B&B awards celebrate the very best of Britain's B&Bs.
"Congratulations to all of the winners on their fantastic achievements."
Why The Checkers in Montgomery was named AA Restaurant with Rooms of the Year for Wales
The Checkers has a five-star rating on AA and the inspector said customers are treated like "honoured guests" at this 17th-century coaching inn.
The AA inspector continued: "Expect modern British cuisine served in an intimate and relaxed environment, with a focus on carefully sourced seasonal ingredients and fine wines.
"The Checkers is a fine dining restaurant with rooms in the heart of Montgomery, a picturesque Welsh borders town close to the Offa’s Dyke path, River Severn and Shropshire Hills.
"Superb food and great wines at accessible prices.
"A relaxed atmosphere and a chance to get away from it all are promised at this 17th-century coaching inn brimming with character.
"Bedrooms are available from Wednesday to Saturday and rates include the tasting menu. Lunches are also available."
Visitors to The Checkers seem to agree with the high praise of the Powys-based restaurant with it boasting a five out of five rating from 576 reviews on Tripadvisor.
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One guest said: "Just want to stay... Again... And again.
"Absolutely spot on, from the rooms to the five-star food and the personal attention from both the chef and Rachel, a wonderful find in this part of the country.
"Nothing overlooked, and the little details in the way the food is served is deserving of the Michelin star...... And more."
For more information or to book a visit to The Checkers, visit the restaurants' website (a link to which can be found above).
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