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vintage bric-a-brac, old posters, pub signs, and the like, and the real ales, and friendly
and attentive staff, round out the experience.
147 Etruria Rd., Etruria, Stoke-on-Trent.
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01782/269445.
Reservations recommended. Main courses
£15-£38. MC, V. Daily 11:30am-11pm.
Premier Inn Stoke (Trentham Gardens)
It's hard to beat this chain hotel
for convenience, style, and overall comfort. The property is a generic modern block,
geared to business travelers and motorists, but it's got all the amenities, offers a filling
breakfast (extra), and is easy to find, just off the M6 junction 15. Online deals make
this a real bargain.
Stone Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire ST4 8JG. www.premierinn.com.
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0871/5279050.
Fax
0871/5279051. 119 units. £57-£67 double. AE, DC, MC, V. Free parking.
Amenities:
Restaurant; bar.
In room:
A/C, TV, hair dryer, Wi-Fi (free).
The Upper House
If you are looking for something with a little more character,
consider this inviting B&B, a grand country house built in 1845 for Josiah Wedg-
wood's grandson. Rooms are fittingly decked out in a clean period style, with frilly
drapes and wooden beds. The
restaurant
serves an excellent afternoon tea daily 3 to
5pm (from £5.50), and Thai food on Wednesday nights. Lunch is served daily noon
to 2pm, while dinner is served from Monday to Saturday from 6pm.
The Green, Barlaston, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire ST12 9AE. www.theupperhouse.com.
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01782/
373790.
Fax 01782/374027. 24 units. £110 double. Rates include breakfast. MC, V. Free parking.
Ameni-
ties:
Restaurant; bar and lounge.
In room:
TV, hair dryer, Wi-Fi (free).
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