Last November the Abbey Inn at Byland Abbey, near Thirsk, was judged to provide the Best Sunday Roast in Britain by The Good Food Guide.

A good pub is like a beloved best friend. They’re always there for you. You still like them even when they’re a bit smelly.

At least not in roasted cauliflower soup, garlic bread, brussels sprouts Caesar salad and Eric Kim’s braised chicken with 20 ...