Information about the hotel
Traveller's advice circa 1790 'Sleep where the food is good, the wine plentiful and the beds comfortable.' Experience our luxury en suite rooms after enjoying a delicious meal with fine wine in one of Somerset's best "eateries".
The Thatched Cottage is a beautiful Grade 11 restaurant and Inn with eight luxury ensuite bedrooms rooms. It lies at the heart of the Mendips and has been extensively refurbished and re-thatched to bring the buildings and the facilities up to the very highest standards.
We also have a conference/meeting room for 28 - 45, perfect for wedding receptions and private parties.
Overall we have gone for a cleaner, lighter and more open look than you might expect to find in a thatched cottage. I think our designers did well and I like the results. I feel comfortable here and I hope you do to.
This is all complemented by our staff; friendly, helpful and enthusiastic, they add that old fashioned service which makes your stay here that little bit more enjoyable.
The hotel is rated 4-stars by the English Tourist Council and by the AA. In addition the AA have awarded us a Rosette for the quality of the food we offer.
The Thatched Cottage is an old inn and, as you would expect, sits alongside a road, the A361. In fact on the end of the grounds sits Turnpike Cottage, another listed building, which extracted fees from traffic using the road to and from Frome in the 18th century. Today it is staff accommodation. We have double glazed all the rooms and the vast majority of our guests are not disturbed by the muted traffic noise. If you think this might be an issue please request a rear facing room and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Part of the hotel, the area under the thatched roof and done in the traditional way using wheat reed by local craftsman, is over 340 years old and originally consisted of four cottages. The second half was added some 35 years ago when the building’s use changed from restaurant to Inn. Many of the original features have been retained in the rooms. However the limitations imposed by our Grade II listing prohibit provision for wheelchairs.
From the outside the building is deceptive both in size and character. It has been likened to a Tardis. We have eight rooms, all en suite, a two level restaurant, a function conference room that takes 36 and our bar area. The contemporary open plan bar is elegant and light with its oak beams/wall paneling, wooden flooring and luxurious cream walls. Paintings were created for the design by Andrew Hennan, a well known local artist. The striking features continue through to the restaurant, seating 52, with two open fireplaces; an adult dining experience not to be missed. With a selection of 40ish different wines and champagnes to choose from, you will probably find something delicious to complement your meal. Using local produce Fabrice and Madan are creating dishes that are a pleasure to behold and a joy to eat.
The superior rooms have separate double showers.
Key cards are provided to enable use of the rear entrance at your convenience for business or pleasure.
Checkout time is on or before 11.00am
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Bedroom information
Superior Double
The bathroom has a slate floor, bath, separate double shower and double washbasins. We only use Molton Brown products in our bathrooms. The bed room is oak floor and has a large double bed, large tv and armchairs. more info
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Twin
Oak floors in the bedrooms, slate floors in the bathrooms, tastefully redecorated and furnished with luxury soft fabrics, bath and shower with Molton brown products. Haven overlooks two fishing lakes set in a beautifully renovated high tech business park. more info
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Double
Oak floors in the bedrooms, slate floors in the bathrooms, tastefully redecorated and furnished with luxury soft fabrics, bath and shower with Molton brown products. Doulting and Forde overlook a river connecting two lakes, frequently used by local fishermen. more info
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Aldhelm Suite
The bathroom has a slate floor, bath, separate double shower and double washbasins. We only use Molton Brown products in our bathrooms. The bed room is oak floor and has a large double bed, large tv, armchairs or 3 piece suite and walk in wardrobe. more info
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Restaurants and Bars
Local Attractions
- Royal Bath & West Show Ground (2 miles) - The premier showground in the West Country featuring Antiques Fairs, National Flower Shows, all types of vehicle shows, Pop concerts, World Boxing matches, religious revival festivals
- Glastonbury Festival (6 miles) - The largest open air 3 day pop concert in Europe. Usually held in July the festival is now over 30 years old and get attracts the best bands.
- Cheddar Gorge (15 miles) - A huge natural gorge with large underground caves suitable for visitors.
- Bath (25 miles) - Roman baths, restored at vast expense, Georgian buildings, a premier Rugby club, shopping. A must see.
Getting there
Location:
The Thatched Cottage can be found at the junction of Fosse Lane and Charlton Road in the busy agricultural town of Shepton Mallet, in the heart of the Mendips.
Directions by road:
From the East:
A1, M25, M3 and A303, exit Wincanton.
At roundabout turn left on the A371 to Castle Carey.
Follow the A371 towards Shepton Mallett and at roundabout take the A37.
After a mile take the first right into Fosse Lane.
Continue to the Charlton Road junction and you will see the Thatched Cottage straight ahead.
From the North:
M5, exit junction 20.
Take the second exit on the roundabout (the Ettlingen Way (B3133).
Take the second exit on the roundabout (the Central Way).
Take the first exit on the roundabout (the Kenn Road (B3133).
After 200 yards, turn right on the Kenn Road (B3133).
After 2.6 miles, take the first exit on the roundabout (on the North End (B3133).
After 2.1 miles turn right to enter the Bristol Road (A370).
After 300 yards, turn left to enter the High Street (B3133).
Turn left after 2.6 miles.
After 0.4 miles, turn left to enter the Langford Road.
After 0.7 miles, turn left to enter A38.
After 35yds right to enter the Langford Lane.
After 0.8 miles, right to enter the Rushway (A368).
After 50 yards, turn left to enter The Combe (B3134).
After 6.8 miles, turn left to enter B3135.
After 2.5 miles right to enter the A39.
After 12 yards, turn left to enter the B3135.
Turn right after 2.2 miles.
After 0.4 miles, turn left to enter the Old Frome Road.
After 1.2 miles right to enter the Old Bristol Road.
After 2.1 miles, turn left to enter the Charlton Road (A361).
The Thatched Cottage is promptly situated at the Fosse Lane junction.
From the South/West:
Depart in northerly direction.
After 250 yards, take the third exit on the roundabout (the A39).
After 1.4 miles turn left to enter the Bath Road (A39).
After 9.7 miles, take the second exit on the roundabout (on the Westway (A39).
After 1 mile, take the first exit on the roundabout (the Causeway (A39).
After 0.3 miles, turn right to enter the Roman Way.
After 0.6 miles, bear left to enter the Hill Head.
After 0.7 miles, right to enter the Chilkwell Street (A361).
After 5.9 miles, turn right on the Whitstone Hill (A361).
After 0.8 miles, bear left to enter the B3136.
After 1.7 miles, take the first exit on the roundabout (the Old Market Road (A371).
After 300 yards, right to enter the Commercial Road (A361) leading into Charlton Road.
The Thatched Cottage is prominently situated at the Fosse Lane junction.
- Nearest Motorway or Main Road: A371 - km
- Airport Name: BRS - 30km km
- Airport Name: CWL - 80 km
- Airport Name: LHR - 200 km
- Nearest Port / Ferrycrossing: Weymouth - 60 km
- Local Taxi Company: Wright Cars - 8 km
- Tel No. of Taxi Company: 01749 345151 - 8 km
- Nearest Major Train Station: Castle Cary - 8 km
- Nearest Local Train Station: Castle Cary - 8 km
*Directions included in email booking confirmation
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Hotel facilities
Parking & Transportation
Concierge Services
Hospitality
Business Facilities
- Meeting Facilities
- Internet access
- Email access
- Microsoft Office
- Scanning
- Black & White photocopying
- Fax service
- Flip Charts
Hotel Policies
Children
- Children over the age of 0 are charged as adults.
Check In / Check Out
- You may check in from 14:00 hours onwards.
- You must check out by 11:00 hours.
Cancellations
- In the event of a no show or a cancellation with less than day
notice prior to the date of arrival, an amount equivalent to % of the
total booking value will be charged.
Payment - We accept
- American Express
- Master Card
- Visa
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