James’s Guidebook
Food scene
Great bar and restaurant with first class food and newly listed in the 2021 Michelin Guide. If you get the chance, try one of the many events that take place each month.
104 locals recommend
Roth Bar & Grill
Dropping LaneGreat bar and restaurant with first class food and newly listed in the 2021 Michelin Guide. If you get the chance, try one of the many events that take place each month.
The Clockspire Restaurant
GainsboroughNewly opened but gaining rave reviews already.
An old favourite of ours that never disappoints, give it a try for a great Sunday lunch.
21 locals recommend
The Green
3 The GreenAn old favourite of ours that never disappoints, give it a try for a great Sunday lunch.
Really good food and well established. It is only a few miles from both Hill House and Mill Street cottages and a regular pick for us.
31 locals recommend
The Kings Arms
Really good food and well established. It is only a few miles from both Hill House and Mill Street cottages and a regular pick for us.
The Old Inn
Holton StreetGood food at reasonable price
Our local cafe that serves amazing lunches, they make and bake all their breads and cakes on site too. Good offering of Gluten Free options available.
Jasmine and Bay
2 High StOur local cafe that serves amazing lunches, they make and bake all their breads and cakes on site too. Good offering of Gluten Free options available.
We just love this place because there is a great circular walk of Corton Hill to undertake first with the most amazing 360 views. You will definitely then have an appetite for the really good food that is on offer in the pub. Good choice of local beers and ciders too!
35 locals recommend
The Queens Arms
We just love this place because there is a great circular walk of Corton Hill to undertake first with the most amazing 360 views. You will definitely then have an appetite for the really good food that is on offer in the pub. Good choice of local beers and ciders too!
A 40 minute drive but well worth going to.
Great food in a lovely setting, sit in the garden if the weather is good. Perfect for lunch or afternoon tea on the way back from Stonehenge or Salisbury.
71 locals recommend
Pythouse Kitchen Garden
A 40 minute drive but well worth going to.
Great food in a lovely setting, sit in the garden if the weather is good. Perfect for lunch or afternoon tea on the way back from Stonehenge or Salisbury.
The Lovington Bakery
1 Market PlNumber Sixteen
16 High StThe Montague Inn
Great Food and good pub that is near Wincanton, not far from Mill Street Cottage.
12 locals recommend
The Bell & Crown
New RoadGreat Food and good pub that is near Wincanton, not far from Mill Street Cottage.
If you are staying at our Sherborne cottage, this place is just a short walk away at the bottom of Cheap Street. Really good contemporary food in a traditional pub setting.
10 locals recommend
Plume Of Feathers
Half Moon StreetIf you are staying at our Sherborne cottage, this place is just a short walk away at the bottom of Cheap Street. Really good contemporary food in a traditional pub setting.
Not too far from Hill House Cottage in Templecombe. They offer a good pub meal at reasonable prices.
Virginia Ash
Sherborne RoadNot too far from Hill House Cottage in Templecombe. They offer a good pub meal at reasonable prices.
This pub has a great reputation for really good food, especially the Sunday Roast! Just a 10 minute drive from Hill House Cottage in Templecombe.
13 locals recommend
The Stapleton Arms
Church HillThis pub has a great reputation for really good food, especially the Sunday Roast! Just a 10 minute drive from Hill House Cottage in Templecombe.
You will not be disappointed if you book here for dinner, check the menu and reviews out- best Pizza for miles around.
175 locals recommend
At The Chapel
28 High StYou will not be disappointed if you book here for dinner, check the menu and reviews out- best Pizza for miles around.
Sightseeing
National Trust Gardens designed by Capability Brown, well worth a visit.
276 locals recommend
Stourhead
National Trust Gardens designed by Capability Brown, well worth a visit.
See both the Old Castle ruins (home of Sir Walter Raleigh) and newer grandiose Castle, currently home of the Digby family.
55 locals recommend
Sherborne Castle
New RoadSee both the Old Castle ruins (home of Sir Walter Raleigh) and newer grandiose Castle, currently home of the Digby family.
Amazing collection of historical cars, a great place to visit for the whole family.
101 locals recommend
Haynes International Motor Museum
Amazing collection of historical cars, a great place to visit for the whole family.
Stonehenge
A must visit place that is on everyones wish list.
Cheddar Gorge
Abbotsbury Swannery
New Barn RoadGlastonbury Tor
This is a must for all steam enthusiasts and children, a really charming experience.
30 locals recommend
East Somerset Railway
Railway StationThis is a must for all steam enthusiasts and children, a really charming experience.
Wells may be the smallest city in England but has a lot to offer. A tour of the remarkable Cathedral and Bishops Palace is well worth doing. There is fantastic shopping to be had with many independent and interesting shops, restaurants and coffee shops .
295 locals recommend
Wells
Wells may be the smallest city in England but has a lot to offer. A tour of the remarkable Cathedral and Bishops Palace is well worth doing. There is fantastic shopping to be had with many independent and interesting shops, restaurants and coffee shops .
Family Day Out
Great places to go for families with children
Wookey Hole
A great family day out.
A really exciting day out if you have any interest in Aircraft.
63 locals recommend
Fleet Air Arm Museum
A really exciting day out if you have any interest in Aircraft.
Only open a few weekends a year but if you have young children this is worth a visit.
Gartell Light Railway
Common LaneOnly open a few weekends a year but if you have young children this is worth a visit.
Wincanton Racecourse
Arts & Culture
Hauser & Wirth Somerset
Dropping LaneFarm Shops
Stourhead Farm Shop
High Street