A coastal pub has been named the best place to stay in the East of England by The Times and Sunday Times. The guide is split into ten regions - London, Southeast, Southwest, Central, East, North and Northeast, Northwest, Northern Ireland, Wales and Scotland. The Ship in Brancaster has been named the best place to stay in the east of England. Siobhan Peyton, who owns The Ship with her sister Caitriona, said: “We are thrilled to have been recognised by The Times, and accept this wonderful accolade. Claire Irvin, head of travel at The Times and The Sunday Times, said: “The highly anticipated unveiling of this year's Best Places To Stay awards arrives like a breath of much-needed fresh air.

Source: The Times March 10, 2026 16:06 UTC