New Inn (St Owen's Cross, Nr Ross on Wye, Herefordshire) (01989) 730274. Situated on the cross roads of the A4137 and B4521 between Hereford and Abergavenny. The pub has excellent ambiance with large lounge-cum-dining area and separate dining room. Parking is easy and the pub was easy to find. The landlord/landlady and team were all very friendly including the ageing doberman! An old coaching inn of 16th century character. Beer quality and choice are reasonably good. On at the time were: Smiles Best  (4.1%) (guest ale) £1.80, Wadsworth 6X (4.3%) (guest ale) £1.80, Marston's Pedigree. Food is excellent and was even better than the beer selection. Portions to suit the healthiest apetite. The breakfast was also of note. The New Inn gives good value for bed/food and drink. There is a accommodation here Rating Only 2 letting bedrooms but very large and comfortable. One room has a 4 poster bed with additional lounge area. the bathroom however was a little cramped but as the building is 16th century allowances had to be made. The best thing was the friendly and homeliness of the New Inn. The worst was the fact that Caffrey's was on sale when there were a choice of 3 real ales; the precocious 5 year old child of landlord (but he will grow up!) This place is something special. (Bob Sharman)