The Duke of York, Shepton Beauchamp

This pub is a real locals pub in the heart of the village with a very warm welcome. When we arrived the bar had a good natured buzz about it with the rugby on the TV. Even though there were quite a few customers at the bar the barman(?) took his time showing us to our room and making sure we new where everything was.
We stayed in the honeymoon suite which is fabulous - 4 poster bed and jacuzzi! immaculate in every detail from the free wireless broadband to the luxury towels.
We ate in the restaurant and the food, service and VFM was 10/10. Breakfast in the morning wasn't a disappointment either more than enough of top quality everything.
We'll be going back for sure. If you happen to visit give Purdy a tickle on the belly from us ;-)

22 Nov 2010 20:32

The Anchor Inn, Hillfarrance

We booked The Anchor at the last minute as we were let down elsewhere. OK the room wasn't 5 star but then it doesn't say anywhere that it is. The room was clean and the bed comfortable. The bathroom was also clean with the usual complimentary shower gel and shampoo. Freeview TV and the complimentary tea, coffee and bottled water were also available.

We received a very warm welcome, checked in quickly and showed to our room next to the patio area where a few locals were having something to eat and drink. I'm not a real ale fan but I can say the Thatchers Gold and Stowford Press ciders were spot on. The food was excellent, served piping hot and very quickly by staff who were very attentive and always smiling, nothing was too much trouble even though the dining room was fully booked, the atmosphere was excellent with families containing all ages out for a good evening wining and dining.

Breakfast the next morning was a joy - full english, toast, orange juice and fresh coffee and best of all served up to 10am so no need to jump out of bed for an early breakfast!

Would I recommend this pub? Yes (and not just for the sticky toffee pudding or the Thatchers Gold!)

10 Aug 2010 21:30