Eat Well, Sleep Deep: A Perfect Evening at Chequers in Montgomery

One of our favourite things about staying at Black Rhadley Cabin? You can spend your day immersed in birdsong, wildflower meadows, woodland... and still be seated at a white-linen table, sipping something lovely and deciding between venison or halibut by evening. Because while Shropshire is full of peace and nature, it’s also full of seriously good food — and Chequers in Montgomery is one of the best.

If you're a fellow foodie planning your Shropshire cabin getaway, you’re in luck. We’ve quietly built our stay around nature, but also around what we love — and that includes great food, crafted with care and served in beautiful surroundings. And Chequers fits that perfectly.

Elegant Dining in a Storybook Setting

Located just a short, scenic drive (around 25 minutes) from the cabin, Chequers Montgomery sits in one of the prettiest towns on the Welsh border. The restaurant is housed in a handsome Georgian building right on Montgomery’s quiet main street — full of character, calm, and warm hospitality.

Inside, it’s everything you want from an à la carte-style dining experience: relaxed but refined, with thoughtful lighting, polished service, and an ever-changing seasonal menu that shows off the best local produce. It’s the kind of place where the bread is fresh-baked and the butter is whipped to perfection — small details, beautifully done.

The Food? Just Say Yes

Expect modern British cooking with confident flair. Taster menus, everything is cooked with intention and creativity.

It’s the kind of place you want to savour slowly — ideal for couples on a romantic weekend break in Shropshire, celebrating something special or just enjoying time together over excellent food and wine.

From the Table to the Trees

After dinner, it’s an easy drive back to the cabin — full bellies, happy hearts, and maybe the faint sound of tawny owls as you arrive. Swap the wine list for herbal tea, the buzz of the restaurant for rustling leaves, and settle into your own little hideaway in the woods.

Because that’s the joy of staying here — you don’t have to choose between wild and indulgent. You can have both.

More Great Places to Eat in Shropshire
This blog is part of our new “Eat Well in Shropshire” series — personal picks and foodie favourites we’ve tried, loved, and think you’ll enjoy during your stay at Black Rhadley Cabin. Whether it’s pubs with roaring fires, cosy cafés or fine dining gems like Chequers, we’ve got plenty of delicious spots to share.