Holcombe Inn

Award-winning 17th-century inn with stunning Somerset valley views and a restaurant that grows its own produce

Rooms & Grounds

Rooms at The Holcombe overlook the rolling Somerset hills and Downside Abbey, with many featuring freestanding baths positioned to take in the view. The Holcombe Inn has a kitchen garden that supplies salad, vegetables, and fruit for the restaurant, and guests can take a guided tour with chef Alan. The property also has a terrace garden with seating and views across the valley, plus a bee hive that produces honey used in the kitchen.

Dining

The Holcombe's restaurant holds an award for its contemporary British cuisine, with a three-course set menu offered at £35. Ingredients come primarily from the kitchen garden and local producers, including homemade breads, jams, and cured fish prepared in-house. The kitchen accommodates gluten-free, dairy-free, and other dietary restrictions, and the chef prepares separate dishes for guests with allergies.

Location & Activities

Holcombe Inn sits in the Somerset countryside, 30 minutes from the City of Bath, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and close to Bristol, Wells, and Cheddar Gorge. Guests can walk directly from the hotel to the Cotswold Way or drive 10 minutes to Farrington Park Golf Club. Longleat House and Safari Park is a 30-minute drive, and Shepton Mallet Prison is 10 minutes away.

Family-Friendly Features

The Holcombe offers family rooms and Kids' meals on the menu, with high chairs and a children's menu available in the restaurant. Adults can use separate relaxation spaces while children are supervised, and the garden provides space for play. For families with babies, the hotel allows free use of a cot upon request and accommodates dairy-free diets at breakfast.

Additional Amenities

The property has free parking on site and a bar stocked with local beers and home-infused gin. A daily housekeeping service includes replenishing homemade cookies and fresh milk in each room. The Holcombe Inn also offers an airport shuttle and luggage storage for guests arriving early or departing late.

• Location: Somerset countryside, 30 min from Bath, close to Cheddar Gorge and Wells
• Rooms: 17th-century rooms overlooking Mendip Hills with freestanding baths
• Dining: Award-winning restaurant with kitchen garden produce and £35 three-course menu
• Family: Family rooms, Kids' meals, and adult-only relaxation spaces
• Garden: Kitchen garden tours with chef, bee hives, and terrace seating