Cross Keys

This cosy pub is prominently situated in the pretty village of Upton, commanding fine views across the verdant Trent Valley from its garden terrace. On entering, you'll notice decorative keys hung above a rustic red brick fireplace and chequered tile flooring. Attention to detail is key here and this is evident throughout, from the food and service to the decor - which features a dark wooden bar with gorgeous designs carved into its sides. You'll find yourself bathed in a warm glow courtesy of candlelit tables at the Cross Keys, while you dine comfortably beneath charming low-beamed ceilings.

The Cross Keys is steadily gaining an excellent reputation in the locale for its fine choice of ales, so you might find yourself sipping Blue Monkey, Castle Rock Harvest Pale or a pint of Fuller's London Pride. Choose your nook for the evening and settle down to enjoy some delicious home-cooked fare. Choose from a good range of traditional classics, and finish your meal with the ultimate indulgence in the form of sticky toffee pudding or perhaps orange rice pudding. There's also a sublime cheese and biscuit selection for those who favour the savoury.

Boasting a function room for special events, welcoming children and dogs and even hosting live folk music to keep you entertained - next time you're riding through Robin Hood country, make sure to stop off at the Cross Keys.