45 minutes drive from my home but my goodness it was worth the trip . A beautiful setting and when you enter the pub its decor is warm and clean ,the fire was lit and we were welcomed by very friendly staff . Our drinks were served and we were shown to our table to look at the menu . We were a party of 10 and it was a special birthday celebration so we had high expectations . From the freshly baked bread to the dessert every course was fab ,every person in the party had a great starter and main course ,not one thing could be faulted ,which in my experience is unusual. My rib eye steak was cooked to perfection and tasted delicious .We were so full but couldn't resist the assiette of desserts which was served with 10 spoons !!! I cannot recommend the Carpenters Arms highly enough , a very special place .