A MELROSE hotel has been named amongst the best in the Britain.

Burts lifted the County Dining Pub of the Year award in the 2015 Good Pub Awards.

The much loved Borders landmark is the only establishment in the whole of Scotland to be given the prestigious award which recognises their winning combination of wonderful food and welcoming Bistro Bar.

The Henderson family, who have owned and run the hotel for more than 40 years, are passionate supporters of local food and drink and menus always feature dishes made from top quality ingredients such as local game, Scotch beef and fresh local fish.

Owner of Burts Nick Henderson said: “We are absolutely delighted to that the Good Pub Guide has recognised Burts as County Dining Pub of the Year.

“This highly prestigious award recognises the fact that every dish featured on our menus is home-made.

“Our dedication to using quality local produce that is prepared with infinite care and attention is absolutely the hallmark of Burts.

“The whole team is very proud that our service and food have been awarded by such an esteemed publication as the Good Pub Guide.”