King's Arms

Southeast Wales


Abergavenny's most appealing pub dates from the 16th century and has a cosy bar area with low ceilings and a fabulously incongruous oil painting of Martin Scorsese. The neighbouring dining room takes pub food to the next level of sophistication, while still keeping a rustic edge. Upstairs there are 11 comfortable en suite rooms.


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