The warmest of welcomes awaits everyone who steps over the threshold of this 16th century Coaching Inn.

Only 14 miles from Taunton, and the M5, but a million miles from the stresses of modern life. Situated high in the beautiful Brendon Hills in the Exmoor National Park, the Inn has stunning views across Exmoor Down to the Bristol Channel, and on a clear day, to Wales.

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We have 17 en-suite rooms all with colour television, hospitality tray and direct dial phones with internet modem.

Room tariff from : single room £30.00 ~ double room £55.00 ~ family room £70.00.

For more details of seasonal breaks see our web-site.

If you are planning a wedding or party, our function room will seat up to 180 guests comfortably, or for a more intimate dinner party the conservatory will seat 25 diners.

Meals are served in the bar or in the Coachmans Restaurant, a family dining area is also available. As well as our daily specials board we also boast an extensive menu of freshly prepared starters and a wide choice of main courses, including our popular Farmer's Carvery.

Directions : From J25 of the M5 follow the signs to Minehead (A358). Approx 1 mile after the sign for Bishops Lydeard, turn left along the B3224 for 8 miles, the Hotel is on the left, very much on its own.

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Once an old coaching house, The Rest and Be Thankful, with a reputation for good home-cooked food, real ales, wines and local cider for you to try. You can relax with a drink and enjoy a light snack or bar meal in front of a log fire, the Sunday lunchtime carvery is always popular.

Our five bedrooms are all en-suite with tea / coffee facilities, mini bar, colour TV, telephone, hairdryer, trouser press, towels and bath robes. There are three double rooms, one twin, and one family room. Some of the bedrooms have views to Dunkery Beacon - the highest point in Somerset.

The Friendly Spirit is a family run, picturesque village Inn which is situated in Cannington, just off the A39 Bridgewater / Minehead road, at the gateway to the Quantock Hills.

All eight rooms are en-suite and include colour TV and tea / coffee facilities.

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The renowned restaurant has an extensive menu created by an award winning chef.

Outside there is a large car park, and a beer garden alongside a babbling country country brook.

This creates a beautiful setting for all the family to enjoy, and a childrens play area to give Mum and Dad the rest they deserve.

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Set in the enchanting Somerset village of Mells, the historic Talbot Inn offers beautiful en-suite rooms, an award-winning restaurant and all the charm of a traditional English Inn. The Inn itself has been welcoming travellers since the 15th Century, when it was built as a rest stop for coaches running the London to Wells road.
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Close to the Mendip Hills, and some of the country's most popular attractions, i.e.Bristol, Cenre Parcs, Bath, Longleat, Cheddar and Wells, the Talbot Inn is the perfect base for exploring this charming corner of England.

An informal oak beamed restaurant offers an award winning menu of traditional English food with a delicate French influence. The specials menu is changed daily.

There is also a beautiful garden and cobbled courtyard in which to dine al fresco and enjoy sunny days. The old Tythe barn has been tastefully restored to its former glory and now houses the Inn's public bar.

The Talbot was listed in the Independent's "Essential Guide to Going Out" as one of the 50 best pubs in the country.

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The George Hotel, situated in the heart of Crewkerne, has provided travellers with a warm welcome, a comfortable bed and much needed refreshment for over 400 years. The current owner, Frank Joyce, purchased the Hotel in 1994, and proudly continues the tradition whilst improving facilities to meet the requirements of the modern traveller.

Whatever your reason for staying at The George, you can be sure of a friendly welcome, excellent service and good value for money.

The cosy lounge is ideal to pop in for tea or coffee. The George Bar has a wide range of real ales, beers, spirits and liqueurs. The Lamplighters bar is ideal for small functions or meetings.

Our local chef makes all the home cooked food especially her mouth-watering sweets, using local produce where possible.

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Although separate from the nearby Anchor Hotel they are both run together. Located close to the harbour, about 7 miles west of Minehead, on the B3225, on the Exmoor coastline. This uniquely situated 16th century Inn and 3 Star Hotel offers everything for a quiet retreat.

A choice of bed and breakfast or half board, with table d'hote menu and an excellent wine cellar, gives our clients a choice of options to suit. The dining room and drawing room both overlook the harbour and the Bristol Channel, and together with a large reception area and cocktail bar offer an ideal setting for small functions or special occasions, including weddings.

The Ship Inn and Mariners Bar offers traditional Pub fayre and locally brewed ales in an atmosphere of olde worlde charm. Located in the oldest part of The Ship Inn a tearoom serves Cream Teas with homemade scones and cakes.

Our team of professional staff will endeavour to make your stay comfortable, enjoyable and unforgettable.

Come and stay at The Blue Anchor Hotel, a traditional country Inn with cliff top views across the sea, in a relaxing part of the world.

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Situated in The Quantock Hills, England's first designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Carew Arms has been the centre of village life in Crowcombe for over 400 years.

Originally known as The Three Lions, the Pub owes its name and signboard to the Carew family who became lords of the manor in the reign of Queen Elizabeth I.

Crowcombe is a quiet un-spoilt medieval village on the western side of the Quantock Hills in West Somerset. It is easy to access being just off the A358 Taunton-Minehead road. Taunton, the County Town of Somerset, is about 8 miles east. Here you will find a number of interesting museums. The town is also home to the County Cricket Team.

Some of the nearby places of interest are : Exmoor National Park 15 minutes - Dunkery and Selworthy Beacon - Dunster Castle and Mill (National Trust) - Knightshays Court (National Trust) - Coleridge Cottage (National Trust) - Combe Sydenham Hall - Exeter and Wells Cathedral - West Somerset Steam Railway.