The White Hart
Pub with rooms in Somerton, Somerset
From £75 per night
Curator's notes:
- Revamped inn with a contemporary vibe
- Stylish rustic-chic décor
- Cracking bar - local cider and real ales
- River Cottage chefs cook up a storm
Room from
Doubles and twins: £75
Good to know
- Amex not accepted, Visa / Mastercard / Maestro all accepted
- Disabled access
- Parking available
- Alfresco dining
Family
favourite
Children are
welcome in the bar and two of the bedrooms where cots and Z beds
can be provided.
Town and
city
The White Hart has held court on Somerton's Market Square for 500
years - it's the perfect place from which to enjoy this rural
town.
A touch of
culture
With Wells close by and plenty of National Trust properties to
choose from, culture and history lovers are spoilt for choice in
this part of the world.
Rooms
On the first floor above the pub, a number of the eight bedrooms have views over the market square and 13th-century church, whilst others the more pastoral view towards the rolling hills at the back of the pub. All are hugely individual with eclectic decor combining contemporary neutrality with thoughtful touches such as hand-painted wallpaper and generously sized beds. The pick of the bunch is room three with its roll-top bath, with a stunning mosaic vintage tile splash-back.
Restaurant & bar
Having started at River Cottage, The White Hart's head chef brings a passion for provenance and seasonal flavours to the table. Whilst the bar prioritises sharing plates, with options focusing on meat, fish or vegetables, the restaurant area continues the same easy-going vibe with the addition of table service. This is a kitchen that makes as much as possible in-house, including bread, cakes and even burger buns. The wood-fired oven brings a smoky flavour to a number of dishes, including Sunday lunch and breakfast options.
The pub's main beer supplier is the excellent Meantime Brewing Company based in South East London, but that's not to say there's any lack of a local stuff on offer - Bath Ales' Gem and Cheddar Ales' Potholer are regulars flying the flag for the South West. When it comes to cider, there's Orchard Pig's Reveller and a couple more straight from the producer served in boxes by the bar, including something from Harry's Cider Company down the road.
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