General William Lygon acquired it in the early 19th century, and it was first referred to as 'The Lygon Arms' in 1841. At the turn of the 20th century, the Russell family set about restoring and extending the famous old buildings. When The Lygon Arms joined The Savoy Group in 1986, its unique sense of history and tradition were assured. Rooms of Distinct Character Of the 65 rooms and suites around half are in the original buildings and half in the more recent award winning Garden and Orchard wings. Every suite and room at The Inn has its own distinct character and is individually decorated and furnished in traditional country house style - many with fine antiques hundreds of years old.
All rooms have their own ample bathrooms.
There are the most modern telephone systems with personal voice mail facilities, and guests who wish to work also have the convenience of in room fax and modem points. The Great Hall is the main dining room. A grand open fireplace is the centrepiece and the room lives up to its name with an imposing barrel-vaulted ceiling, 17th century Minstrels Gallery, heraldic frieze, armour and polished oak panelling. The menu offers imaginative interpretations of authentic British dishes prepared with great verve and style using classical French techniques. The Inns own gardens supply fresh herbs and fruit for the kitchens to supplement the buying of local produce.