Ep 9. The New Inn

Four in a Bed is a British reality series that follows four B&B owners who take turns to stay at each other's establishments and pay what they believe their stay was worth. In season 5, episode 9, the contestants stay at The New Inn, a traditional pub with rooms located in the market town of Lechlade in Gloucestershire.

The episode starts off with the contestants arriving at The New Inn, where they are greeted by the owners, Linda and John Edwards. Linda and John bought the pub in 2008 and spent a year renovating it before opening it as a B&B. They have three rooms for guests, all of which have been recently refurbished.

The contestants are given a tour of the inn and shown their respective rooms. They all seem impressed with the accommodations, which are spacious, clean and well-appointed. The inn is also located in a picturesque part of town, with the River Thames just a short walk away.

On the first day, the contestants are treated to a full English breakfast that includes locally-sourced ingredients such as sausages, bacon and eggs. The breakfast is served in the inn's cosy dining area, which has a traditional fireplace and plenty of character.

After breakfast, the contestants head out to explore the town and take part in various activities. Some go for a walk along the river, while others take a boat trip. In the evening, they return to The New Inn for dinner, which consists of traditional pub fare such as fish and chips, burgers and steak. The contestants are impressed with the quality of the food, which is described as tasty and filling.

The second day sees the contestants taking part in a cooking challenge, where they are divided into teams and tasked with making their own afternoon tea. The teams are given a budget and access to local ingredients, and they must come up with a menu that will impress the judges.

The afternoon tea challenge turns out to be a bit of a disaster, with several of the contestants struggling to come up with something that is both tasty and visually appealing. There are a few moments of tension as the judges critique the dishes, but overall it's a light-hearted affair.

On the final day, the contestants settle their bills and give their verdicts on The New Inn. They praise the rooms, the food and the location, although there are a few minor criticisms about the lack of storage space in some of the rooms and the slightly cramped dining area.

The episode ends with the contestants saying goodbye to Linda and John and heading off to the next B&B on their itinerary. Overall, The New Inn is portrayed as a warm and welcoming establishment with plenty of charm and character. The cooking challenge adds a fun element to the show, although it's clear that not all of the contestants are confident chefs.