Before posting, each Tripadvisor review goes through an automated tracking system, which collects information, answering the following questions: how, what, where and when. Driftwood candlesticks and milk-churn bins look a bit hokey; as for the corrugated wall and hay-bale seats… it's no surprise about the slate and the plank, really. A 1 Star Rating is only used to let us know Stopovers no longer accepted and we can update the listing. The wood oven uses local chestnut, and whether from boat, field, farm, herd of flock – it says – almost everything on the plate comes from nearby.

Rooted deep in Lord of the Rings folklore, The Bell Inn has a large map of Middle Earth adorning the wall above the cosy dining area. The black pudding Scotch egg has a lovely crisp crumb and briskly seasoned meat; the accompanying apple chutney is really terrific slathered on a slab of crackling, while fish goujons off the daily menu have the odds'n' sods shapes that prove they're made up of the catch, not out of the freezer.Moreton-in-Marsh Railway Station is a popular area in Moreton-in-Marsh and there are many inns closeby.

Landlord plays guitar and the piped music is eclectic to say the least (it is played quietly though). The beer is superb, of course, as is the West Country cider, and they have facilities for darts, live sports and pool, as well as rooms for the night. Our (disad)vantage point near the back of the bar means we're near an open fire – it's blowing a gale out on the marshes – but we get a fair bit of the clatter and banter coming out of the kitchen. Bar as you enter, with a nice carpeted range hearth fireplace (was unlit - should have been as it was a chilly, windy day), plenty of brasses and framed bird prints.

The rooms are tastefully decorated and equipped with all the modern amenities to ensure a comfortable stay.

A converted barn area behind, stuffed with various wickerwork knick-knacks and an old dresser with various objects d’art.The interior design is quirky and charming, with vinyl records adorning the walls and a toasty warm fire to keep patrons comfortable during the colder months. Moreton in Marsh is well connected to Cheltenham and there are good transport routes to Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick, and Oxford.

The publican was a friendly old rocker who played some good vinyls while we ate our meal in the dining room. Please use the form below to submit feedback or updates directly to the CAMRA branch for consideration.

Diane – the coeliac – is in clover; the menu features grilled Dover sole, a favourite, and there's gluten-free bread on offer. Great British food and beverages keeps diners coming back for more at The Swan Inn - Moreton in Marsh. Checkout the opening hours first and bear in mind that if you reserve ahead, you won't have to wait in line.