Lake View Barn Guidebook
Food scene
The Bell & Crown
New Road A traditional style gastro pub
A charming country pub very near Stourhead gardens national trust.
8 locals raden deze aan
The White Lion Inn
High Street A charming country pub very near Stourhead gardens national trust.
A quitensessiatly British potting shed with glass exterior, rustique furniture and groovy art deco!
71 locals raden deze aan
Pythouse Kitchen Garden
A quitensessiatly British potting shed with glass exterior, rustique furniture and groovy art deco!
Situated within the historic cobbled grounds of the Duchy of Somerset estate, this one’s a proper rare pub find!
17 locals raden deze aan
The Bradley Hare
Church StreetSituated within the historic cobbled grounds of the Duchy of Somerset estate, this one’s a proper rare pub find!
A charming deli, restaurant and wine bar, with an ever evolving offering of delicious food and drink in the heart of Bruton.
13 locals raden deze aan
The Old Pharmacy
3 High StA charming deli, restaurant and wine bar, with an ever evolving offering of delicious food and drink in the heart of Bruton.
A super trendy art gallery that has an impressive glass fronted salt room for curing their meat and a dynamic restaurant.
104 locals raden deze aan
Roth Bar & Grill
Dropping Lane A super trendy art gallery that has an impressive glass fronted salt room for curing their meat and a dynamic restaurant.
This is a total hidden gem on Bruton’s buzzing High Street. A secret weapon of a dining experience!
31 locals raden deze aan
Matt's Kitchen
51 High StThis is a total hidden gem on Bruton’s buzzing High Street. A secret weapon of a dining experience!
This is the place to be during the hazy summer days or nights - festival style location.
7 locals raden deze aan
Marston Park
Tuckmarsh LaneThis is the place to be during the hazy summer days or nights - festival style location.
A trendy Australian influenced café serving Breakfast treats, Acai smoothie bowls, cold pressed fresh juices, buddha and poke bowls
13 locals raden deze aan
NOOK
14 King StA trendy Australian influenced café serving Breakfast treats, Acai smoothie bowls, cold pressed fresh juices, buddha and poke bowls
Lunch is served in this goldmine of a location all days- they boast an a eclectic menu catering for all dietary needs.
Fonthill Bishop
Lunch is served in this goldmine of a location all days- they boast an a eclectic menu catering for all dietary needs.
Pencil in a tranquil stroll around the well renowned Fonthill Lakes before pit stopping off at this iconic country pub.
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The Beckford Arms
Pencil in a tranquil stroll around the well renowned Fonthill Lakes before pit stopping off at this iconic country pub.
Kings Arms Inn East Stour
Common Lane An all rounder pub, ideally located within lots of popular walking routes.
The Compasses Inn
A charming thatched english pub set in the Neddar Valley
A one Michelin star, teeny tiny, farm-to-table restaurant where you watch the chefs cook the food for you.
51 locals raden deze aan
Osip restaurant
1 High StA one Michelin star, teeny tiny, farm-to-table restaurant where you watch the chefs cook the food for you.
An all-day restaurant that uses the best West Country produce and brings a relaxed Mediterranean approach to British food.
175 locals raden deze aan
At The Chapel
28 High StAn all-day restaurant that uses the best West Country produce and brings a relaxed Mediterranean approach to British food.
A countryside estate set within acres of land with over four dining choices.
158 locals raden deze aan
The Pilgrims Restaurant
A countryside estate set within acres of land with over four dining choices.
Set within an old church, always a buzzy atmosphere whether your feeling snacky, breakfasty or lunchy this spot covers it all.
43 locals raden deze aan
Rye Bakery
Whittox Lane Set within an old church, always a buzzy atmosphere whether your feeling snacky, breakfasty or lunchy this spot covers it all.
A super trendy mexican inspired burrito bar joint, where you can get all sorts of tasty treats from sharing nachos, mac n cheese balls and sumptuous churros.
Burrito Boi
A super trendy mexican inspired burrito bar joint, where you can get all sorts of tasty treats from sharing nachos, mac n cheese balls and sumptuous churros.
A trendy space where downstairs there is a fab selection of fresh salads, local food and drinks. Interesting food workshops, art exhibitions and pop up events
17 locals raden deze aan
Compton McRae
A trendy space where downstairs there is a fab selection of fresh salads, local food and drinks. Interesting food workshops, art exhibitions and pop up events
Membership needed - relax in their cow shed product spa, state of the art gym, tennis court as well as the luxury dining experience overlooking the ducks on the river – it’s stunning.
41 locals raden deze aan
Babington House
Charity LaneMembership needed - relax in their cow shed product spa, state of the art gym, tennis court as well as the luxury dining experience overlooking the ducks on the river – it’s stunning.
City/town information
A sleepy village full of delightful wicked independent shops, galleries, restaurants/pub!
Two Antiques Emporium’s (Station Rd) | Compton Macray | The Travel Book Company | Messums Gallery | The Bennett Arms...and much more!
6 locals raden deze aan
Semley
A sleepy village full of delightful wicked independent shops, galleries, restaurants/pub!
Two Antiques Emporium’s (Station Rd) | Compton Macray | The Travel Book Company | Messums Gallery | The Bennett Arms...and much more!
One of the most talked about towns in the south west of England! A delightful market town, with enchanting cobbled streets and full of interesting and quirky shops! Also home to the famous Frome Independent Market that takes place on the first sunday of each month covering the whole of the town. Offering up vintage clothing gems, retro art and amazing food from all over the country! From 9am-3pm this is an event not to miss!
Also Walled Garden at Mells | Babbington House | The Cheese and Grain | Black Swann Arts | Westway Cinema
179 locals raden deze aan
Frome
One of the most talked about towns in the south west of England! A delightful market town, with enchanting cobbled streets and full of interesting and quirky shops! Also home to the famous Frome Independent Market that takes place on the first sunday of each month covering the whole of the town. Offering up vintage clothing gems, retro art and amazing food from all over the country! From 9am-3pm this is an event not to miss!
Also Walled Garden at Mells | Babbington House | The Cheese and Grain | Black Swann Arts | Westway Cinema
The most groovy and happening spot at the moment in the south west, there is so much to do in this buzzy little town. Charming little shops and great sights to see, below is just an idea of all the fun excursions you can get up to!
Godminster Shop (food) | Caro (clothing) | Hauser & Wirth Art Gallery | On The Brook (cafe) | Bliss Works (sauna) | Rose and Lyons (gift shop) | Cabbages and Roses (clothing/homeware) | The Bruton Dovecot (walk)
85 locals raden deze aan
Bruton
The most groovy and happening spot at the moment in the south west, there is so much to do in this buzzy little town. Charming little shops and great sights to see, below is just an idea of all the fun excursions you can get up to!
Godminster Shop (food) | Caro (clothing) | Hauser & Wirth Art Gallery | On The Brook (cafe) | Bliss Works (sauna) | Rose and Lyons (gift shop) | Cabbages and Roses (clothing/homeware) | The Bruton Dovecot (walk)
A sleepy English country town with lots of useful supermarket shops. From Aldi to Waitrose Gillingham has it all covered.
You must visit the Neal's Yard Remedies shop - the actual factory sits perfectly located just at the bottom of the hill, practically perched on Lake View’s door step. This is well worth a visit because they constantly have SALE items on all their amazing products - very convenient.
Udder Farm Shop | Stourhead Farmshop | Orchard Park Garden Centre | Fish and Chips | Chans Chinese Takeaway
Gillingham
A sleepy English country town with lots of useful supermarket shops. From Aldi to Waitrose Gillingham has it all covered.
You must visit the Neal's Yard Remedies shop - the actual factory sits perfectly located just at the bottom of the hill, practically perched on Lake View’s door step. This is well worth a visit because they constantly have SALE items on all their amazing products - very convenient.
Udder Farm Shop | Stourhead Farmshop | Orchard Park Garden Centre | Fish and Chips | Chans Chinese Takeaway
In the heart of Mere there is the fantastic Hillbrush Museum. Visit this unbelievable brush and cleaning equipment museum that has been carried on by four generations of family members. Eat in their gourmet cafe, shop in the enticing gift shop and discover this hugely interactive museum - this one is definitely worth a peep and great for children too!
Sprout & Flower | The and That (gifts) | Fish & Chips | Yapp Brothers (booze) | Stourhead National Trust Garden | King Alfreds Tower | White Sheet Hill |
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Mere
In the heart of Mere there is the fantastic Hillbrush Museum. Visit this unbelievable brush and cleaning equipment museum that has been carried on by four generations of family members. Eat in their gourmet cafe, shop in the enticing gift shop and discover this hugely interactive museum - this one is definitely worth a peep and great for children too!
Sprout & Flower | The and That (gifts) | Fish & Chips | Yapp Brothers (booze) | Stourhead National Trust Garden | King Alfreds Tower | White Sheet Hill |
Sightseeing
A fantastic place to go with the family to visit the caves of Wookey Hole, play endless games and have the best day out!
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Wookey Hole
A fantastic place to go with the family to visit the caves of Wookey Hole, play endless games and have the best day out!
If you are into cars, this place is absolutely awesome. Vintage cars galore, they have massive displays, a delicious cafe and even go karting available.
101 locals raden deze aan
Haynes International Motor Museum
If you are into cars, this place is absolutely awesome. Vintage cars galore, they have massive displays, a delicious cafe and even go karting available.
The mess has light bites,fresh salads, bakery bits available during lunch, pursue the ever rotating and exciting art exhibitions at the gallery.
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Messums Wiltshire
Court StreetThe mess has light bites,fresh salads, bakery bits available during lunch, pursue the ever rotating and exciting art exhibitions at the gallery.
If you like art - I would definitely recommend making time for a trip here.
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Hauser & Wirth Somerset
Dropping LaneIf you like art - I would definitely recommend making time for a trip here.
The actual factory sits perfectly located just at the bottom of the hill, practically perched on Lake View’s door step.
Neal's Yard Remedies
The actual factory sits perfectly located just at the bottom of the hill, practically perched on Lake View’s door step.
A stunning forrary of gardens set in the midst of the countryside - it is magical here.
109 locals raden deze aan
Stourhead House The National Trust
High StreetA stunning forrary of gardens set in the midst of the countryside - it is magical here.
A stunning circular walk around the Fonthill Estate, joins the River Nadder at Tisbury
8 locals raden deze aan
Fonthill Lake
A stunning circular walk around the Fonthill Estate, joins the River Nadder at Tisbury
The Travel Book Company
If you love books, ‘my oh my’ you won’t be able to resist a nosey here.
A tranquil outdoor café, a perfect spot to sit with a pot of tea and tune into the sounds of nature whilst enjoying the beauty of this little walled garden.
37 locals raden deze aan
The Walled Garden at Mells
Selwood StreetA tranquil outdoor café, a perfect spot to sit with a pot of tea and tune into the sounds of nature whilst enjoying the beauty of this little walled garden.
A proper iconic cinematic experience where all tickets are just £4.
28 locals raden deze aan
Westway Cinema
Cork StreetA proper iconic cinematic experience where all tickets are just £4.
There is always something exciting going on here, from installation and art exhibitions, workshops, talks, carboot sales - a perfect place to stop.
31 locals raden deze aan
Black Swan Arts
2 Bridge StThere is always something exciting going on here, from installation and art exhibitions, workshops, talks, carboot sales - a perfect place to stop.
Stroll through this tranquil garden estate, glimpsing the deer and buffalo as you go. Explore the ancient woodland, go on a bee safari, see the cider press factory or go on guided tours.
158 locals raden deze aan
The Pilgrims Restaurant
Stroll through this tranquil garden estate, glimpsing the deer and buffalo as you go. Explore the ancient woodland, go on a bee safari, see the cider press factory or go on guided tours.
This is a very interesting venue, with a range of live music and events throughout the year, they host some incredible acts such as the Fillers, Jo Wiley and Dom Jolly.
49 locals raden deze aan
Cheese & Grain
Justice LaneThis is a very interesting venue, with a range of live music and events throughout the year, they host some incredible acts such as the Fillers, Jo Wiley and Dom Jolly.
A fabulous artisanal shop located in buzzy Bruton! Cheese, cheese, cheese and goodies - definitely worth a visit!
6 locals raden deze aan
The Godminster Shop
A fabulous artisanal shop located in buzzy Bruton! Cheese, cheese, cheese and goodies - definitely worth a visit!
Cabbages & Roses
3 West EndA beautiful boutique homeware and clothing shop! Very groovy indeed!
A wonderful private sauna space to go and unwind, relax and refresh in! This is a zen spot that we LOVE!
Blissworks
A wonderful private sauna space to go and unwind, relax and refresh in! This is a zen spot that we LOVE!
The monument of Bruton, climb the little rambling hill to the top and relish in the stunning views from the top! This is a bliss spot!
15 locals raden deze aan
Bruton Dovecote
Park WallThe monument of Bruton, climb the little rambling hill to the top and relish in the stunning views from the top! This is a bliss spot!
ANTIQUE SHOP - and farm shop, very very cool and worth a sneak peak here!
6 locals raden deze aan
Kimbers' Farm Shop
ANTIQUE SHOP - and farm shop, very very cool and worth a sneak peak here!
Visit this unbelievable brush and cleaning equipment museum that has been carried on by four generations of family members.
Hillbrush
Castle StreetVisit this unbelievable brush and cleaning equipment museum that has been carried on by four generations of family members.