A Moment Worth Recognising

We’re pleased to share that Chestnut has been named Best Accommodation Operator at The Publican Awards 2026.

It’s a moment that reflects how our rooms have become part of the wider experience across the collection. From our first rooms to where we are today, we're a group of places where food, drink and a good night’s sleep sit comfortably alongside one another.

The Feathers in Holt, The Weeping Willow near Bury St Edmunds, and The Maltings, Weybourne

Our rooms welcome guests from across the country. Many travel to us deliberately, choosing to stay a little longer, to settle in, and to make more of their time here. Accommodation is no longer an addition to the experience - it’s part of what brings people in the first place.

Behind each stay is a great deal of care. Rooms are prepared, checked and looked after by teams who take pride in what they do. It’s work that often goes unseen, but it shapes how a stay feels - comfortable, straightforward, and considered. That consistency is what brings guests back.

As the role of accommodation continues to evolve within hospitality, it has become an important part of how we build resilience and long-term value.

The same applies across the business. From housekeeping and maintenance to our drinks partners, every detail contributes to the overall experience. Nothing is there for show. It’s about making sure everything works as it should, and feels as it should.

The Crown Inn, Stoke-by-Nayland

Our approach to rooms is grounded in the same principles that guide everything we do. Places should feel like they belong. Guests should feel at ease. Quality should be delivered without fuss, but with confidence.

As the role of accommodation continues to evolve within hospitality, it has become an important part of how we build resilience and long-term value. It allows us to welcome guests for longer, to create more meaningful stays, and to strengthen the connection between our properties and the people who visit them.

This recognition matters, but what matters more is how it’s earned - through the work of our teams, day in and day out, and the trust our guests place in us when they choose to stay.

To take a look at our collection of bedrooms, click here.