The Somerset Courtyard - Guidebook Spring/Summer 2024

Andrea
The Somerset Courtyard - Guidebook Spring/Summer 2024

Local Food scene

Here are some of our favourite local eateries. As most of them are small venues, please make sure you book ahead of time. For more information, please just ask.
A short drive away - This is a truly lovely village pub, serving excellent food in Barrington. Booking is essential. https://www.thebarringtonboar.co.uk/
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Barrington Boar
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A short drive away - This is a truly lovely village pub, serving excellent food in Barrington. Booking is essential. https://www.thebarringtonboar.co.uk/
An absolute favourite with us. Not far from us - A quirky cafe serving coffee, teas and delicious cakes crafted on-site in the bakeshop. The full-service restaurant creates exciting & innovative flavours inspired by their organic farm serving breakfast and lunch. All served in a refurbished 1850’s train carriage booths, double-decker bus & marquee, or beautiful garden. Focus on local, ethical & sustainability.
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Pip’s Railway Carriage Cafe
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An absolute favourite with us. Not far from us - A quirky cafe serving coffee, teas and delicious cakes crafted on-site in the bakeshop. The full-service restaurant creates exciting & innovative flavours inspired by their organic farm serving breakfast and lunch. All served in a refurbished 1850’s train carriage booths, double-decker bus & marquee, or beautiful garden. Focus on local, ethical & sustainability.
A short drive away - a lovely farm cafe. Enjoy your food at home, inside the cafe on a cloudy day or sit down by the beautiful lake and arboretum. https://www.frogmarygreenfarm.co.uk/farm-and-field-cafe/
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Farm and Field Cafe
West Street
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A short drive away - a lovely farm cafe. Enjoy your food at home, inside the cafe on a cloudy day or sit down by the beautiful lake and arboretum. https://www.frogmarygreenfarm.co.uk/farm-and-field-cafe/
The Firehouse Somerset is a Village pub that has been lovingly restored with a modern twist yet full of traditional charm. A lively, buzzy venue. Creating homemade, fresh food using the finest locally sourced ingredients. They have local ciders and real ales for you to experience in the warmth of an armchair next to one of our wood burners. Booking required
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The Firehouse Somerset
Church Street
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The Firehouse Somerset is a Village pub that has been lovingly restored with a modern twist yet full of traditional charm. A lively, buzzy venue. Creating homemade, fresh food using the finest locally sourced ingredients. They have local ciders and real ales for you to experience in the warmth of an armchair next to one of our wood burners. Booking required
A few miles away, in Langport and set on the riverside, the Bridge Bakery and Canteen is a great spot for an informal meal. They are free from plastic, free-range and locally sourced … and their food is yummy! All of their flour, eggs, milk and most other ingredients are free-range/organic and are sourced as locally as possible. Organic milk comes in churns from Bruton Dairies (so no more plastic bottles), and tea bags are plastic-free. https://www.thebridgelangport.co.uk/
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The Bridge Langport
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A few miles away, in Langport and set on the riverside, the Bridge Bakery and Canteen is a great spot for an informal meal. They are free from plastic, free-range and locally sourced … and their food is yummy! All of their flour, eggs, milk and most other ingredients are free-range/organic and are sourced as locally as possible. Organic milk comes in churns from Bruton Dairies (so no more plastic bottles), and tea bags are plastic-free. https://www.thebridgelangport.co.uk/
Located a few miles away in Hambridge...Established in 1981, this is a small family-run smokery. Master smokers Tim & Will use hot smoked & cold smoked methods to produce the finest smoked foods. Brown and Forrest is a small family-run smokery based in South Somerset. Stop by the Hambridge shop and café to sample our smoked goodies! They also stock a lovely range of cheese, bread, chutneys, biscuits, chocolate, cider, beers, wine, and much, much more. master smokers Tim & Will use hot smoked & cold smoked methods to produce the finest smoked foods. All their fish, meat and cheese is sourced from trusted local suppliers, brilliant butchers and fabulous farmers. Dogs are welcome. Please check website for latest opening times.
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Brown & Forrest Smokery Restaurant & Shop
Hambridge Road
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Located a few miles away in Hambridge...Established in 1981, this is a small family-run smokery. Master smokers Tim & Will use hot smoked & cold smoked methods to produce the finest smoked foods. Brown and Forrest is a small family-run smokery based in South Somerset. Stop by the Hambridge shop and café to sample our smoked goodies! They also stock a lovely range of cheese, bread, chutneys, biscuits, chocolate, cider, beers, wine, and much, much more. master smokers Tim & Will use hot smoked & cold smoked methods to produce the finest smoked foods. All their fish, meat and cheese is sourced from trusted local suppliers, brilliant butchers and fabulous farmers. Dogs are welcome. Please check website for latest opening times.
Based in Bower Hinton and on a working farm, the Old Dairy cafe serves street-food, inspired from around the world using fresh local ingredients! The cafe's seasonal menu changes every few weeks and offers daily specials. Vegetarian and vegan options. for more info look at their website https://www.theolddairycafe.uk
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Old Dairy Cafe
Back Lane
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Based in Bower Hinton and on a working farm, the Old Dairy cafe serves street-food, inspired from around the world using fresh local ingredients! The cafe's seasonal menu changes every few weeks and offers daily specials. Vegetarian and vegan options. for more info look at their website https://www.theolddairycafe.uk
Chef Proprietor Jane Bond takes the best local produce that Somerset and the West Country can supply, creating mouth-watering dishes for you to enjoy in the restaurant. Jane’s passion is cooking, all the dishes at New Farm Restaurant are freshly prepared and cooked to order ensuring that your meal reaches your table at its best. The menu is changed regularly to reflect the seasons and to make the best use of Somerset’s produce throughout the year. https://www.newfarmrestaurant.co.uk/dine/the-restaurant-and-kitchen
New Farm Restaurant
Chef Proprietor Jane Bond takes the best local produce that Somerset and the West Country can supply, creating mouth-watering dishes for you to enjoy in the restaurant. Jane’s passion is cooking, all the dishes at New Farm Restaurant are freshly prepared and cooked to order ensuring that your meal reaches your table at its best. The menu is changed regularly to reflect the seasons and to make the best use of Somerset’s produce throughout the year. https://www.newfarmrestaurant.co.uk/dine/the-restaurant-and-kitchen
Bonners of Ilminster is an award-winning butcher. They are more than happy to share their knowledge, imparting cooking tips and recipe advice to help make your family tea or dinner party a meal never to be forgotten. https://www.bonnersthebutchers.co.uk/
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Bonners
37 Silver St
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Bonners of Ilminster is an award-winning butcher. They are more than happy to share their knowledge, imparting cooking tips and recipe advice to help make your family tea or dinner party a meal never to be forgotten. https://www.bonnersthebutchers.co.uk/
Located on the A372 between Langport and Podimore, we are a 17th-century cider house converted into a traditional country pub and restaurant with breathtaking views over the Somerset Levels. https://butcombe.com/the-lime-kiln-inn-somerset
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The Lime Kiln Inn
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Located on the A372 between Langport and Podimore, we are a 17th-century cider house converted into a traditional country pub and restaurant with breathtaking views over the Somerset Levels. https://butcombe.com/the-lime-kiln-inn-somerset
A lovely gastro pub in Long Sutton - booking essential. https://www.thedevonshirearms.com/
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The Devonshire Arms Hotel
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A lovely gastro pub in Long Sutton - booking essential. https://www.thedevonshirearms.com/
Between Glastonbury and Wells, you will find this lively pub - good music and food. Booking required. See website for details https://thesheppey.co.uk/
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The Sheppey
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Between Glastonbury and Wells, you will find this lively pub - good music and food. Booking required. See website for details https://thesheppey.co.uk/
This lovely pub is hosted by Adam and Cinzia who have a wealth of experience in some of the UK's most respected hotels and restaurants. They have made food a key part of the Kingsdon's appeal. The food is delicious - always a treat. Booking essential. https://www.kingsdoninn.co.uk
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Kingsdon Inn
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This lovely pub is hosted by Adam and Cinzia who have a wealth of experience in some of the UK's most respected hotels and restaurants. They have made food a key part of the Kingsdon's appeal. The food is delicious - always a treat. Booking essential. https://www.kingsdoninn.co.uk
Set on a working farm in the heart of South Somerset countryside, a stone's throw away from the A303 Their menu is made to order, from local, sustainable ingredients, including fruit and vegetables grown on the farm. https://www.theolddairycafe.uk/
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Old Dairy Cafe
Back Lane
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Set on a working farm in the heart of South Somerset countryside, a stone's throw away from the A303 Their menu is made to order, from local, sustainable ingredients, including fruit and vegetables grown on the farm. https://www.theolddairycafe.uk/
At Kitchen at The Wharf in Langport, freshly made, simple tasty food and great coffee are served in a welcoming informal atmosphere with a mix of tables, chairs & bar stools as well as a sofa & easy chairs in a chill out area. Relax on the riverside terrace or in the light-filled surroundings of this historic wharf building. We offer cooked breakfasts, brunch, soup, sandwiches, burgers, quiche, pies, tasty salads and a great selection of cakes, pastries and cream tea’s all made on site. Our seasonal menu is refreshed regularly to use the best quality local seasonal ingredients available. Children, dogs and cyclists are all welcome.
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Kitchen at the Wharf
Great Bow Yard
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At Kitchen at The Wharf in Langport, freshly made, simple tasty food and great coffee are served in a welcoming informal atmosphere with a mix of tables, chairs & bar stools as well as a sofa & easy chairs in a chill out area. Relax on the riverside terrace or in the light-filled surroundings of this historic wharf building. We offer cooked breakfasts, brunch, soup, sandwiches, burgers, quiche, pies, tasty salads and a great selection of cakes, pastries and cream tea’s all made on site. Our seasonal menu is refreshed regularly to use the best quality local seasonal ingredients available. Children, dogs and cyclists are all welcome.
You will find this West Country Inn in Langport a few miles away. The Black Swan dates back to the 16th Century when Ale was served to travellers passing through to Devon and Cornwall or up country to London. This family-run pub offers something for everyone, with a great range of well-kept ales and ciders, plus a selection of world wines, all of which accompany the traditional home-cooked food served daily, as well as the unique speciality burger menu. On Sundays, booking is recommended for the pub's fantastic Sunday roast. The Black Swan 2 North St, Langport Ta10 9RQ
Black Swan
2 North Street
You will find this West Country Inn in Langport a few miles away. The Black Swan dates back to the 16th Century when Ale was served to travellers passing through to Devon and Cornwall or up country to London. This family-run pub offers something for everyone, with a great range of well-kept ales and ciders, plus a selection of world wines, all of which accompany the traditional home-cooked food served daily, as well as the unique speciality burger menu. On Sundays, booking is recommended for the pub's fantastic Sunday roast. The Black Swan 2 North St, Langport Ta10 9RQ
UPDATE - THE PUB IS CURRENTLY UNDERGOING SOME INTERNAL RENOVATIONS - PLEASE CHECK FIRST THAT IT IS OPEN - THANK YOU. A few miles from the Courtyard, you will find the Drayton Crown, a Grade 2 listed public house, which has recently undergone sympathetic and extensive restoration. With traditional yet contemporary décor, it offers a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere that locals and visitors alike enjoy. The bar offers a wide selection of local draught beers, guest ales, lagers, ciders, fine wines and spirits. Open throughout the day for morning coffee, lunches and evening meals, with a comprehensive menu of freshly-prepared dishes, including lighter bites and specials, made from fresh, locally-sourced produce.
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The Drayton Crown
Church Street
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UPDATE - THE PUB IS CURRENTLY UNDERGOING SOME INTERNAL RENOVATIONS - PLEASE CHECK FIRST THAT IT IS OPEN - THANK YOU. A few miles from the Courtyard, you will find the Drayton Crown, a Grade 2 listed public house, which has recently undergone sympathetic and extensive restoration. With traditional yet contemporary décor, it offers a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere that locals and visitors alike enjoy. The bar offers a wide selection of local draught beers, guest ales, lagers, ciders, fine wines and spirits. Open throughout the day for morning coffee, lunches and evening meals, with a comprehensive menu of freshly-prepared dishes, including lighter bites and specials, made from fresh, locally-sourced produce.
If you are fond of British cuisine, come to this bar. Order perfectly cooked roast beef, smoked haddock and rump steaks at Lord Poulett Arms. Delicious draft beer, house wine or scotch are waiting for you. Booking required. High St, Hinton Saint George, England,
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Lord Poulett Arms
High Street
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If you are fond of British cuisine, come to this bar. Order perfectly cooked roast beef, smoked haddock and rump steaks at Lord Poulett Arms. Delicious draft beer, house wine or scotch are waiting for you. Booking required. High St, Hinton Saint George, England,
The Devonshire Arms is a former hunting lodge and now a modern bar, with good food. There is a great garden at the rear. The Arms sits on a quintessential village green. The Devonshire Arms Hotel, Long Sutton, Langport, Somerset TA10 9LP
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The Devonshire Arms Hotel
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The Devonshire Arms is a former hunting lodge and now a modern bar, with good food. There is a great garden at the rear. The Arms sits on a quintessential village green. The Devonshire Arms Hotel, Long Sutton, Langport, Somerset TA10 9LP
For a fabulous gastronomic meal in Lyme Regis... Robin Wylde. Booking essential. The tasting menu is an extensive celebration and snapshot of the finest local produce. It is full of surprises and wild ithe ngredients. Harriet and team will greet you to this intimate 18 cover restaurant. This experience lasts the entire evening. Arrive at 6 pm and and if booking a taxi for after the tasting menu, 9.30 / 10 pm is advisable Robin Wylde 63A Silver Street, Lyme Regis DT7 3HR
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Robin Wylde
Silver Street
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For a fabulous gastronomic meal in Lyme Regis... Robin Wylde. Booking essential. The tasting menu is an extensive celebration and snapshot of the finest local produce. It is full of surprises and wild ithe ngredients. Harriet and team will greet you to this intimate 18 cover restaurant. This experience lasts the entire evening. Arrive at 6 pm and and if booking a taxi for after the tasting menu, 9.30 / 10 pm is advisable Robin Wylde 63A Silver Street, Lyme Regis DT7 3HR
Beautiful Somerset country pub serving the highest quality food from an ever-changing menu of local produce. An extensive wine list, a gin bar with over 40 gins from local to international, and local ales and ciders always on tap. Very easy to find just off the A303 in Bishopswood - TA20 3RS The Candlelight Inn Bishopswood, Chard Somerset, ENG TA20 3RS
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Candlelight Inn
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Beautiful Somerset country pub serving the highest quality food from an ever-changing menu of local produce. An extensive wine list, a gin bar with over 40 gins from local to international, and local ales and ciders always on tap. Very easy to find just off the A303 in Bishopswood - TA20 3RS The Candlelight Inn Bishopswood, Chard Somerset, ENG TA20 3RS
A traditional country pub near Ilminster. Family-owned and run freehold. The Bell at Broadway has sat within in the village of Broadway, Somerset, since 1640. In 2018 it was lovingly restored. A stone's throw from the A358 and the A303 and just fifteen minutes from Taunton J25 M5, The Bell at Broadway is the perfect place for a few days in the countryside, a family meal, a business trip stop-over, a proper Sunday roast, or a Saturday night beer with mates. The Bell, Broadway Road, Broadway, Ilminster, Somerset TA19 9RG
The Bell at Broadway
A traditional country pub near Ilminster. Family-owned and run freehold. The Bell at Broadway has sat within in the village of Broadway, Somerset, since 1640. In 2018 it was lovingly restored. A stone's throw from the A358 and the A303 and just fifteen minutes from Taunton J25 M5, The Bell at Broadway is the perfect place for a few days in the countryside, a family meal, a business trip stop-over, a proper Sunday roast, or a Saturday night beer with mates. The Bell, Broadway Road, Broadway, Ilminster, Somerset TA19 9RG
One of our favourite pubs, and a local institution. Do take a look at their website and the many events that are held in the pub. From a good old pint of cider to a food coop, to beer yoga or a live music event, you will find plenty to keep you entertained.
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The Rose & Crown Inn
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One of our favourite pubs, and a local institution. Do take a look at their website and the many events that are held in the pub. From a good old pint of cider to a food coop, to beer yoga or a live music event, you will find plenty to keep you entertained.
Think of somewhere you can relax and gaze across stunning views of the beautiful rolling Somerset countryside, enjoy great food, and decompress with a drink alfresco on a sun trap patio. Welcome to The Trough ​We have not been to The Trough yet, but several of our guests have enjoyed it. The concept is bold and simple, modern & vibrant in design, the restaurant serves freshly made dishes using produce from local suppliers, where possible, whilst the cafe serves artisan coffee & a selection of home made cakes. There is precision and passion in everything we do so you can expect a warm welcome from their dedicated team.
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Trough Farmshop & Cafe
Stone Lane
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Think of somewhere you can relax and gaze across stunning views of the beautiful rolling Somerset countryside, enjoy great food, and decompress with a drink alfresco on a sun trap patio. Welcome to The Trough ​We have not been to The Trough yet, but several of our guests have enjoyed it. The concept is bold and simple, modern & vibrant in design, the restaurant serves freshly made dishes using produce from local suppliers, where possible, whilst the cafe serves artisan coffee & a selection of home made cakes. There is precision and passion in everything we do so you can expect a warm welcome from their dedicated team.
In Somerton on the main square, you will find Alfredos, with its handmade sharing pasta's, gourmet pizza's produced by Enrico, beautiful Sunday lunches, a bar filled with chilled Italian whites, bold Italian reds and so much more. Booking required
Alfredos
In Somerton on the main square, you will find Alfredos, with its handmade sharing pasta's, gourmet pizza's produced by Enrico, beautiful Sunday lunches, a bar filled with chilled Italian whites, bold Italian reds and so much more. Booking required
We are huge fans of Mel and her team of bakers. Their sourdough bread and yeasted breads are to die for and everything is made daily and onsite. The Little Bakery in Langport is a family-owned and family-run Artisan bakery that supplies local residents and businesses in the South West with our lovingly hand-crafted, baked produce. They use the highest quality, locally sourced, and ethically produced ingredients and the care and attention that we fold, stir, and mix into every bake is evident in each bite. Preorder to avoid disappointment.
Kitchen
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We are huge fans of Mel and her team of bakers. Their sourdough bread and yeasted breads are to die for and everything is made daily and onsite. The Little Bakery in Langport is a family-owned and family-run Artisan bakery that supplies local residents and businesses in the South West with our lovingly hand-crafted, baked produce. They use the highest quality, locally sourced, and ethically produced ingredients and the care and attention that we fold, stir, and mix into every bake is evident in each bite. Preorder to avoid disappointment.
We love what Clare and her team have been up to at the Bridge. As well as baking, they provide a great venue for live music and performances. So take a look at their website for the delicious baked goods, sourdough loaves & pastries. Everything is cooked fresh, every morning and they are open for breakfast, lunch and tea. Everything is made freshly with local, mostly organic ingredients right in front of you.
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The Bridge Langport
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We love what Clare and her team have been up to at the Bridge. As well as baking, they provide a great venue for live music and performances. So take a look at their website for the delicious baked goods, sourdough loaves & pastries. Everything is cooked fresh, every morning and they are open for breakfast, lunch and tea. Everything is made freshly with local, mostly organic ingredients right in front of you.
The Lamb and Lion Inn is a beautifully restored village pub in Hambridge - it is the nearest pub from the barn, it is a 20-minute walk away. Great roof terrace for sundowners in the summer
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Lamb & Lion
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The Lamb and Lion Inn is a beautifully restored village pub in Hambridge - it is the nearest pub from the barn, it is a 20-minute walk away. Great roof terrace for sundowners in the summer
If you like Middle Eastern food, this is the place for you. Step into Queen of Cups, a charming 17th-century coaching inn transformed into a contemporary Middle Eastern culinary haven. Led by the visionary Executive Chef and co-founder, Ayesha Kalaji, the restaurant offers an exquisite array of thoughtfully crafted sharing plates, each a testament to her skill and creativity. Distinguished with a prestigious Michelin Bib Gourmand and nominated for ‘best newcomer’ at the esteemed Estrella Damm Top 100 Gastropubs 2023, Queen of Cups is celebrated for its culinary excellence. Ayesha herself was the winner of the Middle Eastern Food of the Year category at the esteemed BIH Spotlight Awards 2022, further solidifying the restaurant's stellar reputation. The name "Queen of Cups" draws inspiration from the mystical art of Tarot Card reading, paying homage to Glastonbury's rich spiritual heritage. Symbolizing feminine energy, emotional depth, and compassion, this moniker encapsulates the very essence of the restaurant, where each dish is imbued with heart and soul. Booking essential.
Queen of Cups
If you like Middle Eastern food, this is the place for you. Step into Queen of Cups, a charming 17th-century coaching inn transformed into a contemporary Middle Eastern culinary haven. Led by the visionary Executive Chef and co-founder, Ayesha Kalaji, the restaurant offers an exquisite array of thoughtfully crafted sharing plates, each a testament to her skill and creativity. Distinguished with a prestigious Michelin Bib Gourmand and nominated for ‘best newcomer’ at the esteemed Estrella Damm Top 100 Gastropubs 2023, Queen of Cups is celebrated for its culinary excellence. Ayesha herself was the winner of the Middle Eastern Food of the Year category at the esteemed BIH Spotlight Awards 2022, further solidifying the restaurant's stellar reputation. The name "Queen of Cups" draws inspiration from the mystical art of Tarot Card reading, paying homage to Glastonbury's rich spiritual heritage. Symbolizing feminine energy, emotional depth, and compassion, this moniker encapsulates the very essence of the restaurant, where each dish is imbued with heart and soul. Booking essential.
This traditional Somerset pub has been mentioned in the The Times best countryside pubs and it promises real ale, local cider and honest homemade pub food.
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The Halfway House
Pitney Hill
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This traditional Somerset pub has been mentioned in the The Times best countryside pubs and it promises real ale, local cider and honest homemade pub food.

Cider, Brandy, Gin and Wine

Harry’s Cider is an award-winning artisan cider made from 100% juice, crafted by cidermakers Harry Fry and son Toby on their family farm in Long Sutton, just outside Langport .https://www.harryscidercompany.co.uk/
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Harry's Cider Company
Littlefield Lane
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Harry’s Cider is an award-winning artisan cider made from 100% juice, crafted by cidermakers Harry Fry and son Toby on their family farm in Long Sutton, just outside Langport .https://www.harryscidercompany.co.uk/
Bere Cider Company is a craft cidermakers company, trading from their working farm just outside of Langport. You will be made most welcome at our cider shed (aka "The Shack") where you will be able to sample and buy cider (Gold Rush Cider) or new bottled slightly sparkling cider (5 Acres), and apple juice. There is also a tea room serving food. http://www.berecidercompany.com/
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Bere Cider Company
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Bere Cider Company is a craft cidermakers company, trading from their working farm just outside of Langport. You will be made most welcome at our cider shed (aka "The Shack") where you will be able to sample and buy cider (Gold Rush Cider) or new bottled slightly sparkling cider (5 Acres), and apple juice. There is also a tea room serving food. http://www.berecidercompany.com/
Guy Smith and Laura Evans are wine merchants and makers of award-winning sparkling wines from the heart of the Somerset Levels, overlooking Langport. They also produce Langport Gin. https://www.smithandevans.co.uk/
Smith and Evans Wine
Guy Smith and Laura Evans are wine merchants and makers of award-winning sparkling wines from the heart of the Somerset Levels, overlooking Langport. They also produce Langport Gin. https://www.smithandevans.co.uk/
Deep in the heart of Somerset, Wraxall is one of the oldest vineyards in the South West. The breathtaking, panoramic views of the Somerset Levels and distant Dorset hills provide the perfect backdrop for wine tastings and vineyard tours. https://wraxallvineyard.co.uk/
Wraxall Vineyard
Wraxall Road
Deep in the heart of Somerset, Wraxall is one of the oldest vineyards in the South West. The breathtaking, panoramic views of the Somerset Levels and distant Dorset hills provide the perfect backdrop for wine tastings and vineyard tours. https://wraxallvineyard.co.uk/
The farm is the company's heart, where all the apples are grown, pressed, fermented, matured and packaged. Drop by and check them out. Their tradition of cider-making is evident in many beautiful orchards that pepper the landscape. Visit the small museum housed in the original 16th-century thatched cider barn, taste, and treat yourself to the award-winning ciders and relax in the tea room and superb on-site local farm shop. Perry’s Somerset Cider & Rural Museum The Cider Mills, Dowlish Wake, Ilminster, TA19 0NY
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Perry's Cider Mills
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The farm is the company's heart, where all the apples are grown, pressed, fermented, matured and packaged. Drop by and check them out. Their tradition of cider-making is evident in many beautiful orchards that pepper the landscape. Visit the small museum housed in the original 16th-century thatched cider barn, taste, and treat yourself to the award-winning ciders and relax in the tea room and superb on-site local farm shop. Perry’s Somerset Cider & Rural Museum The Cider Mills, Dowlish Wake, Ilminster, TA19 0NY
You are welcome to visit the farm every day 9am to 5pm except Sunday. There is no need to book unless you would like a tour.
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Burrow Hill Cider Farm
Burrow Way
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You are welcome to visit the farm every day 9am to 5pm except Sunday. There is no need to book unless you would like a tour.
For over thirty years, Julian Temperley and The Somerset Cider Brandy Company have been reviving the ancient art of Cider Brandy production in the UK. In 1989 his pioneering spirit led to HM customs granting the UK’s first ever full cider-distilling license. This is a great place to visit, and sample the brandy and the cider in their shop. Always a fun place to visit and look out for their many events too.
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Somerset Cider Brandy Co
Burrow Hill Burrow Way
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For over thirty years, Julian Temperley and The Somerset Cider Brandy Company have been reviving the ancient art of Cider Brandy production in the UK. In 1989 his pioneering spirit led to HM customs granting the UK’s first ever full cider-distilling license. This is a great place to visit, and sample the brandy and the cider in their shop. Always a fun place to visit and look out for their many events too.

Nature

The Avalon Marshes is part of Somerset’s Levels and Moors, one of the largest lowland wetlands in Britain. It is internationally important for wildlife. See murmurations of starlings; listen to booming bitterns; be enchanted by colourful meadows; watch butterflies and dragonflies; and if you are very lucky glimpse otters at play. The Starling Murmurations appear every year between October and February when starlings flock together over the Levels to create amazing murmurations. More information can be found at https://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves-and-events/reserves-a-z/ham-wall/ and http://avalonmarshes.org/
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Avalon Marshes Centre
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The Avalon Marshes is part of Somerset’s Levels and Moors, one of the largest lowland wetlands in Britain. It is internationally important for wildlife. See murmurations of starlings; listen to booming bitterns; be enchanted by colourful meadows; watch butterflies and dragonflies; and if you are very lucky glimpse otters at play. The Starling Murmurations appear every year between October and February when starlings flock together over the Levels to create amazing murmurations. More information can be found at https://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves-and-events/reserves-a-z/ham-wall/ and http://avalonmarshes.org/
The Great Crane Project aimed to secure the future of the crane in the UK. With the 5 yr reintroduction completed in 2015, the UK crane population is now at an all-time high. At least 200 birds are resident in the UK with around 60 pairs breeding annually. http://www.thegreatcraneproject.org.uk/
Curry Rivel
The Great Crane Project aimed to secure the future of the crane in the UK. With the 5 yr reintroduction completed in 2015, the UK crane population is now at an all-time high. At least 200 birds are resident in the UK with around 60 pairs breeding annually. http://www.thegreatcraneproject.org.uk/
Ham Hill is a stunning wildlife haven centred around an Iron Age hillfort, offering fantastic opportunities for scenic dog walks, walking, running, playing and wildlife watching with far-reaching views across Somerset. Superb accessible walking route with great views. The geology supports a wide range of fauna including mammals, birds, invertebrates, reptiles and amphibians living on lichens, fungi, ferns and flowering plants. https://www.visitsouthsomerset.com/listings/countryside-nature-and-wildlife/ham-hill-country-park.htm
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Ham Hill Country Park
Ham Hill Road
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Ham Hill is a stunning wildlife haven centred around an Iron Age hillfort, offering fantastic opportunities for scenic dog walks, walking, running, playing and wildlife watching with far-reaching views across Somerset. Superb accessible walking route with great views. The geology supports a wide range of fauna including mammals, birds, invertebrates, reptiles and amphibians living on lichens, fungi, ferns and flowering plants. https://www.visitsouthsomerset.com/listings/countryside-nature-and-wildlife/ham-hill-country-park.htm
Located in the heart of the Somerset Levels and Moors, Greylake is the perfect place to get closer to nature. Thanks to all the water, you can see lapwing, redshank and snipe nesting in the spring and vast flocks of ducks and waders, being hunted by birds of prey in the winter. https://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves-and-events/reserves-a-z/greylake
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RSPB Greylake
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Located in the heart of the Somerset Levels and Moors, Greylake is the perfect place to get closer to nature. Thanks to all the water, you can see lapwing, redshank and snipe nesting in the spring and vast flocks of ducks and waders, being hunted by birds of prey in the winter. https://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves-and-events/reserves-a-z/greylake
Drive along the A378 westwards from Langport past Curry Rivel until you reach RSPB Swell Wood TA3 6PX, home to the largest colony of breeding grey herons in south-west England - more than 100 pairs, together with a small number of little egrets. March to June is the best time to come and see the spectacle. At other times of the year, enjoy walking along the two nature trails, with some of the best views over the Somerset Levels. You may even be lucky enough to see a dormouse in the woods! Look out for the remarkable common cranes now living on the Levels. Standing 1-2m, they are Britain’s tallest breeding bird with an incredible 2.4m wingspan. Sadly the species was wiped out as a breeding bird species in the British Isles over 400 years ago – a result of hunting and widespread wetland drainage. Since 2009 The Great Crane Project has been working to create new suitable crane breeding habitats across the levels and moors and aims to achieve a target of 20 breeding pairs by 2025. The ancient oaks of Swell Wood are part of a strip of woodland extending 10 miles along the ridge from Langport to the Blackdown Hills. Come to find nesting herons and little egrets between March and June, while nuthatches and woodpeckers feed at the car park bird feeders in winter. RSPB Swell Wood Nature Reserve A378, Taunton, TA3 6PX
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RSPB Swell Wood Nature Reserve
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Drive along the A378 westwards from Langport past Curry Rivel until you reach RSPB Swell Wood TA3 6PX, home to the largest colony of breeding grey herons in south-west England - more than 100 pairs, together with a small number of little egrets. March to June is the best time to come and see the spectacle. At other times of the year, enjoy walking along the two nature trails, with some of the best views over the Somerset Levels. You may even be lucky enough to see a dormouse in the woods! Look out for the remarkable common cranes now living on the Levels. Standing 1-2m, they are Britain’s tallest breeding bird with an incredible 2.4m wingspan. Sadly the species was wiped out as a breeding bird species in the British Isles over 400 years ago – a result of hunting and widespread wetland drainage. Since 2009 The Great Crane Project has been working to create new suitable crane breeding habitats across the levels and moors and aims to achieve a target of 20 breeding pairs by 2025. The ancient oaks of Swell Wood are part of a strip of woodland extending 10 miles along the ridge from Langport to the Blackdown Hills. Come to find nesting herons and little egrets between March and June, while nuthatches and woodpeckers feed at the car park bird feeders in winter. RSPB Swell Wood Nature Reserve A378, Taunton, TA3 6PX
Peaceful countryside site of 88 acres - orchid meadows, native woodlands and excellent bird watching on open water from hide. Well-surfaced pathways. Green Flag award winner. Chard Reservoir Local Nature Reserve (SSDC) Car Park situated at the end of Oaklands Avenue, Chard, TA20 1HR
Chard Reservoir viewing hide
Peaceful countryside site of 88 acres - orchid meadows, native woodlands and excellent bird watching on open water from hide. Well-surfaced pathways. Green Flag award winner. Chard Reservoir Local Nature Reserve (SSDC) Car Park situated at the end of Oaklands Avenue, Chard, TA20 1HR

Salvage and vintage

A well-established yard in the heart of Somerset specialising in the supply of quality reclaimed building materials, architectural salvage and country furniture. Their ever-changing stock is competitively priced, making us a great resource for Builders, Architects, Designers and Homeowners. http://www.glastonburyreclamation.co.uk/
Glastonbury Reclamation
A well-established yard in the heart of Somerset specialising in the supply of quality reclaimed building materials, architectural salvage and country furniture. Their ever-changing stock is competitively priced, making us a great resource for Builders, Architects, Designers and Homeowners. http://www.glastonburyreclamation.co.uk/
Wells Reclamation Company is one of the oldest reclamation yards in the UK. Set over five and a half acres, it is one of the largest sources of architectural antiques and salvage in the country. It is a family run business established in 1985, and is situated in the beautiful county of Somerset, between Wells and Glastonbury on the A39. "Wells Reclamation provides for Architects, developers, interior designers, garden designers, local councils, conservation trusts and for those of us who simply need something for the home." https://www.wellsreclamation.com/
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Wells Reclamation Co
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Wells Reclamation Company is one of the oldest reclamation yards in the UK. Set over five and a half acres, it is one of the largest sources of architectural antiques and salvage in the country. It is a family run business established in 1985, and is situated in the beautiful county of Somerset, between Wells and Glastonbury on the A39. "Wells Reclamation provides for Architects, developers, interior designers, garden designers, local councils, conservation trusts and for those of us who simply need something for the home." https://www.wellsreclamation.com/
The regions specialist in Architectural Salvage, Natural Stone Fireplaces and 16th & 17th Century reproduction furniture and Replica Flagstones. https://www.wellsreclamation.com
Castle Reclamation
The regions specialist in Architectural Salvage, Natural Stone Fireplaces and 16th & 17th Century reproduction furniture and Replica Flagstones. https://www.wellsreclamation.com
Busby’s Reclamation is a family run business based near Ilminster, Somerset. George’s reclamation yard has something different every week and can supply most of the things you need for a restoration or new build in beautiful old materials. https://busbysreclamation.com/
Busbys Reclamation
Busby’s Reclamation is a family run business based near Ilminster, Somerset. George’s reclamation yard has something different every week and can supply most of the things you need for a restoration or new build in beautiful old materials. https://busbysreclamation.com/
If you’re looking for a flea market near you and you live in Somerset or surrounding areas, you have found the perfect website. The Langport Vintage Market offers an eclectic vintage market in the centre of Langport, located in the shade of the trees at the entrance to Cocklemoor Car Park. Working in conjunction with Langport Town Council, the market started in August 2017 and is steadily growing again following the setbacks of COVID. There’s a friendly atmosphere with a French Brocante feel. Please see the website for dates .https://langportvintagemarket.co.uk/
Langport Vintage Market
Bow Street
If you’re looking for a flea market near you and you live in Somerset or surrounding areas, you have found the perfect website. The Langport Vintage Market offers an eclectic vintage market in the centre of Langport, located in the shade of the trees at the entrance to Cocklemoor Car Park. Working in conjunction with Langport Town Council, the market started in August 2017 and is steadily growing again following the setbacks of COVID. There’s a friendly atmosphere with a French Brocante feel. Please see the website for dates .https://langportvintagemarket.co.uk/

Sport, walking and cycling

Bike Hire in Langport Parrett Trail Bikes is a family-run business providing cycle hire for all the family. All our bikes are fully serviced and in top condition. If you're in Langport then get in touch for the best deals on hire bikes https://www.parretttrailbikes.co.uk/
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Parrett Trail Bikes
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Bike Hire in Langport Parrett Trail Bikes is a family-run business providing cycle hire for all the family. All our bikes are fully serviced and in top condition. If you're in Langport then get in touch for the best deals on hire bikes https://www.parretttrailbikes.co.uk/
There is over 6100 km of public rights of way in Somerset. They are footpaths, bridleways, restricted byways and a few byways open to all traffic. Several of these paths are promoted as part of popular regional or national trails, such as the England Coast Path, the Coleridge Way, River Parrett Trail, South West Coast Path and West Somerset Coast Path. Take a look at Somerset District website for suggested walks and cycles: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/waste-planning-and-land/walks-and-trails-in-somerset/
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River Parrett
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There is over 6100 km of public rights of way in Somerset. They are footpaths, bridleways, restricted byways and a few byways open to all traffic. Several of these paths are promoted as part of popular regional or national trails, such as the England Coast Path, the Coleridge Way, River Parrett Trail, South West Coast Path and West Somerset Coast Path. Take a look at Somerset District website for suggested walks and cycles: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/waste-planning-and-land/walks-and-trails-in-somerset/
Whatever your fitness level, age or ability, Lifestyle Fitness in Langport has some great facilities designed to help you achieve your personal health and fitness goals, with qualified staff available to support you every step of the way. Their friendly, personal approach makes fitness club membership a really positive commitment. Day passes are available for the gym and there is a lovely indoor swimming pool available too.
Lifestyle Fitness Langport
Whatever your fitness level, age or ability, Lifestyle Fitness in Langport has some great facilities designed to help you achieve your personal health and fitness goals, with qualified staff available to support you every step of the way. Their friendly, personal approach makes fitness club membership a really positive commitment. Day passes are available for the gym and there is a lovely indoor swimming pool available too.

Somerset Market Towns

This ancient market town lies at the heart of the Somerset Levels, strategically placed at a crossing point over the River Parrett. Its central location makes Langport both a thriving hub for the neighbouring villages, and an ideal base to explore, by car, on foot or by bike, the surrounding nearby towns such as Yeovil, Taunton, Bridgwater, Street and Glastonbury, and the flora and fauna of the Somerset Levels, one of England's most unchanged landscapes. https://www.visitsomerset.co.uk/discover-somerset/towns-villages/south-somerset/market-towns-in-south-somerset/south-somerset-(1)/langport-(1)
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Langport
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This ancient market town lies at the heart of the Somerset Levels, strategically placed at a crossing point over the River Parrett. Its central location makes Langport both a thriving hub for the neighbouring villages, and an ideal base to explore, by car, on foot or by bike, the surrounding nearby towns such as Yeovil, Taunton, Bridgwater, Street and Glastonbury, and the flora and fauna of the Somerset Levels, one of England's most unchanged landscapes. https://www.visitsomerset.co.uk/discover-somerset/towns-villages/south-somerset/market-towns-in-south-somerset/south-somerset-(1)/langport-(1)
Martock is a thriving village and one of the largest parishes in Somerset. Amongst Martock’s attractions are The National Trust’s Treasurer’s House, which is one of the oldest domestic dwellings in England, as well as an outstanding 13th-century parish church with one of the finest carved tie-beam roofs in Somerset. https://www.martock.org.uk/
Martock
Martock is a thriving village and one of the largest parishes in Somerset. Amongst Martock’s attractions are The National Trust’s Treasurer’s House, which is one of the oldest domestic dwellings in England, as well as an outstanding 13th-century parish church with one of the finest carved tie-beam roofs in Somerset. https://www.martock.org.uk/
Ilminster is a diverse and friendly town, with a variety of different shops in East Street, Silver Street, Ditton Street, Swan Precinct, North Street, West Street and Station Road, you will be hard-pressed not to find what you are looking for. Ilminster also has the Ilminster Arts Centre in East Street, and The Warehouse Theatre, in Brewery Lane. https://www.visitilminster.town/
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Ilminster
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Ilminster is a diverse and friendly town, with a variety of different shops in East Street, Silver Street, Ditton Street, Swan Precinct, North Street, West Street and Station Road, you will be hard-pressed not to find what you are looking for. Ilminster also has the Ilminster Arts Centre in East Street, and The Warehouse Theatre, in Brewery Lane. https://www.visitilminster.town/

Shopping

Based in Street, Clarks Village is located within the green heart of Somerset, offering over 90 coveted brands with up to 60% off RRP every day, as well as landscaped gardens, an outdoor adventure play park, delicious diversions with restaurants, cafés and grab and go kiosks; and an unbeatable atmosphere. https://clarksvillage.co.uk/your-visit
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Clarks Village
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Based in Street, Clarks Village is located within the green heart of Somerset, offering over 90 coveted brands with up to 60% off RRP every day, as well as landscaped gardens, an outdoor adventure play park, delicious diversions with restaurants, cafés and grab and go kiosks; and an unbeatable atmosphere. https://clarksvillage.co.uk/your-visit
Well worth a visit - Shakspeare Glass & Arts gallery sits just on the bank of the River Parrett and stocks an eclectic, quality range of British made Art & Crafts. There's free parking outside the gallery and all throughout the town, and plenty of great places to walk through the Levels. There is a changing selection of British craft only available in the gallery. https://shakspeareglass.co.uk/pages/langport-gallery
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Shakspeare Glass & Arts
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Well worth a visit - Shakspeare Glass & Arts gallery sits just on the bank of the River Parrett and stocks an eclectic, quality range of British made Art & Crafts. There's free parking outside the gallery and all throughout the town, and plenty of great places to walk through the Levels. There is a changing selection of British craft only available in the gallery. https://shakspeareglass.co.uk/pages/langport-gallery
Set in Phoenix Studios, in the main square of the picturesque town of Ilminster, the 22,000 square foot Victorian building is a multi-purpose headquarters housing the brand’s design atelier as well as a training workshop, a store offering both current collections and archive pieces. The store offers by-appointment personal shopping appointments, home delivery, consignments and bespoke appointments.
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Temperley Somerset
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Set in Phoenix Studios, in the main square of the picturesque town of Ilminster, the 22,000 square foot Victorian building is a multi-purpose headquarters housing the brand’s design atelier as well as a training workshop, a store offering both current collections and archive pieces. The store offers by-appointment personal shopping appointments, home delivery, consignments and bespoke appointments.
Ilminster Arts Centre at The Meeting House - Arts Centre with vibrant programme of exhibitions, music events and workshops. Craft shop displaying works of local craftmakers. Box Office open 10am to 2pm Tuesday to Saturday, (closed Sundays & Mondays)
Meeting House Arts Centre
35 East St
Ilminster Arts Centre at The Meeting House - Arts Centre with vibrant programme of exhibitions, music events and workshops. Craft shop displaying works of local craftmakers. Box Office open 10am to 2pm Tuesday to Saturday, (closed Sundays & Mondays)