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Situated at the base of the Blackdown Hills, in the small village of Trull, The Winchester Arms is proud to offer its visitors a true West Country inn experience. The bar and lounge area gives you a warm hug on a chilly winter night, while the pub's gardens are a great place to eat alfresco on a warm summer's day. The proprietors a...
View full reviewTaunton boasts many historical pubs, but The Vivary Arms has pipped everyone else to the post at over 300 years old - the oldest recorded in the town. The pub is only five minutes' walk from the main shopping centre and near to the golf course, providing an ideal stop-off when exploring the town. The rural characteristics of the inn...
View full reviewThe Rumwell Inn is situated near the beautiful Blackdown Hills and is certainly worth seeking out. Outside, the pretty beer garden offers fantastic views of the local area, while the interior offers a maze of nooks and crannies for discreet dining, with larger areas for groups and parties. To start I enjoyed the prawn gateau - the...
View full reviewAt the Wine & Sausage Restaurant, they are passionate about real food - the great and simple British dishes that we all grew up with. Ingredients are carefully sourced and wherever possible they use local and regional farmers, growers, fishermen, brewers and even winemakers. Expect traditional dishes with a modern twist - and mu...
View full reviewThis charming and friendly bistro-style establishment offers a cosy, relaxed environment in which to sit back and savour the simple, well-executed snacks on offer. I popped in for lunch with a friend and enjoyed a cup of steaming black coffee - full of flavour - while my partner plumped for creamy hot chocolate, although we could eq...
View full reviewTucked away off Fore Street, The Planet is a fantastic family-run eatery serving fresh, tasty and imaginative dishes. Inside you’ll find plenty of satisfied foodies enjoying the relaxed, friendly ambience and top-notch fare. The team prides itself on the quality of the food – everything is cooked fresh on-site and the menu is ...
View full reviewCosy Clubs can be found in stylish locations across the South West, including Bath, Taunton and Salisbury. The sites embrace Cosy Club’s unique cosy-chic style, which combines grandeur with comfort. The central Bath site has a stunning balcony and terrace overlooking SouthGate Place, making it the place to be for al fresco dinin...
View full reviewOnce part of a 12th-century Norman fortress, The Castle at Taunton has been welcoming travellers for centuries. Now a renowned foodie destination, this Grade I and II listed hotel steeped in history boasts two fine eateries on-site – the popular contemporary brasserie Brazz, and the elegant Castle Bow restaurant, which is locate...
View full reviewConveniently situated in the heart of Taunton, this stunningly beautiful hotel offers an oasis of tranquillity away from the town's hustle and bustle. The Castle has been welcoming visitors for the best part of 800 years and, for the last 60 years, the Chapman family have been steadily elevating standards of comfort, service and gast...
View full reviewBRAZZ was first conceived a little over a decade ago, evolving the classic concept of the French brasserie; out went the gingham tablecloths and candles in wine bottles, in came cool contemporary decor and food that speaks for itself. It was an instant hit, and has since turned into a local institution. The key to BRAZZ's success i...
View full reviewLocated on Magdalene Square, this beautiful Zizzi Italian restaurant in Taunton is situated within an old Tudor school house opposite St Mary's Church. The restaurant retains all of its original features, with high vaulted ceilings and arched windows over two floors. If al fresco dining is your thing, enjoy the courtyard garden area...
View full reviewA cornucopia of American-inspired street food, the Taunton branch of Hubbox is the go-to spot for gourmet fast food. Think crispy buttermilk-fried chicken and succulent 21-day dry-aged beefburgers slathered with your choice of cheese, chilli, bacon and barbecue pulled pork. The options don’t end here – why not check out the su...
View full reviewLocated just a stone's throw from Taunton's main shopping street, The Old Mexican enjoys a central, vibrant location. The restaurant has stood on Lower Middle Street for over 20 years and has rightly become one of the most popular restaurants in the area. All dishes are freshly prepared on the premises and taste honest and delic...
View full reviewAfter 25 years in hospitality, restaurant manager Cedric Chirossel and chef Richard Guest finally decided to do what they both originally set out to do - open a small and informal bistro-style restaurant. The restaurant is named after food-loving Augustus Gloop from Roald Dahl's renowned children's book Charlie and the Chocolate Fac...
View full reviewThe Ring of Bells is located just across the road from Taunton’s Brewhouse Theatre and a short walk from Somerset County Cricket Ground. Upon entering, my guest and I were greeted by the pleasant sound of chattering locals, the mouth-watering smell of freshly prepared food and a polite and genuinely helpful team of staff. The co...
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