Guidebook
Pub/places to eat
A short drive up the hill from the centre of the village, The Castle of Comfort is a cosy pub and has a lovely beer garden, and a reliably good place to have a reasonably priced meal. Booking advisable.
Castle Of Comfort
A short drive up the hill from the centre of the village, The Castle of Comfort is a cosy pub and has a lovely beer garden, and a reliably good place to have a reasonably priced meal. Booking advisable.
Just a 5 minute stroll down the road, the Waldegrave Arms has a lovely enclosed beer garden and a menu to please everyone.
14 yerel halk öneriyor
Waldegrave Arms East Harptree
Church LaneJust a 5 minute stroll down the road, the Waldegrave Arms has a lovely enclosed beer garden and a menu to please everyone.
Approximately 15 minutes drive from East Harptree, The Litton is a modern and stylish pub with a menu for refined appetites! A little on the pricey side but lovely food and atmosphere.
33 yerel halk öneriyor
The Litton
Approximately 15 minutes drive from East Harptree, The Litton is a modern and stylish pub with a menu for refined appetites! A little on the pricey side but lovely food and atmosphere.
The Queen Vic is a traditional Mendip pub about 20 minutes drive away from the Hut. Lovely cosy atmosphere in a beautiful location. Meals are reasonably priced and hearty!
Queen Victoria Inn
Pelting DroveThe Queen Vic is a traditional Mendip pub about 20 minutes drive away from the Hut. Lovely cosy atmosphere in a beautiful location. Meals are reasonably priced and hearty!
Set next to the beautiful Chew Valley lake, this is a beautiful spot to be if you are in the mood for fish and chips! Takeaway or eat in available but advisable to book first if eating in the restaurant.
43 yerel halk öneriyor
Salt and Malt Chew Valley
Wally LaneSet next to the beautiful Chew Valley lake, this is a beautiful spot to be if you are in the mood for fish and chips! Takeaway or eat in available but advisable to book first if eating in the restaurant.
Situated between East Harptree village and the Chew Valley, the Blue Bowl is a modern take on a traditional 18th century inn serving delicious, moderately priced meals.
13 yerel halk öneriyor
The Blue Bowl Inn
Bristol RoadSituated between East Harptree village and the Chew Valley, the Blue Bowl is a modern take on a traditional 18th century inn serving delicious, moderately priced meals.
The Stoke Inn encompasses a traditional pub, Indian takeaway (Chew Valley Raj) and pizza takeaway (Reggie's). Please see their website or Facebook page to check various takeaway opening days/hours.
Stoke Inn
Bristol RoadThe Stoke Inn encompasses a traditional pub, Indian takeaway (Chew Valley Raj) and pizza takeaway (Reggie's). Please see their website or Facebook page to check various takeaway opening days/hours.
Located on the high street in Chew Magna, this is a popular and cosy seafood restaurant serving upmarket dishes. A little on the expensive side but a lovely treat!
17 yerel halk öneriyor
Lazy Lobster chew magna
5d S ParadeLocated on the high street in Chew Magna, this is a popular and cosy seafood restaurant serving upmarket dishes. A little on the expensive side but a lovely treat!
A short drive away from the Hut is New Manor farm shop and tea rooms. Perfect if you want to top up on your groceries with some local produce, and enjoy a cream tea or slice of Victoria sponge in gorgeous surroundings.
12 yerel halk öneriyor
New Manor Farm Shop
A short drive away from the Hut is New Manor farm shop and tea rooms. Perfect if you want to top up on your groceries with some local produce, and enjoy a cream tea or slice of Victoria sponge in gorgeous surroundings.
Sightseeing & activities
A geological spectacle! Cheddar Gorge and show caves are a must-see spot of natural beauty, and the village of Cheddar is a laid back and quirky place to wander.
497 yerel halk öneriyor
Cheddar Kanyonu
A geological spectacle! Cheddar Gorge and show caves are a must-see spot of natural beauty, and the village of Cheddar is a laid back and quirky place to wander.
England's smallest city! Wells is a microcosm of culture, history and beauty. Places of interest include the cathedral, Bishop's Palace and moat, Vicar's Close, and museum of Mendip history. There is a large and eclectic selection of cafes and restaurants, and there is a wonderful market every Wednesday and Saturday (weather dependent).
295 yerel halk öneriyor
Wells
England's smallest city! Wells is a microcosm of culture, history and beauty. Places of interest include the cathedral, Bishop's Palace and moat, Vicar's Close, and museum of Mendip history. There is a large and eclectic selection of cafes and restaurants, and there is a wonderful market every Wednesday and Saturday (weather dependent).
Wookey Hole is certainly not like any other place you've been to. A very old and quirky village hosts the famous caves which can be walked around with a tour guide. The cave is said to be the home of the historic Witch of Wookey, and is also where truckles of the renowned cheddar matures in the special vault!
164 yerel halk öneriyor
Wookey Hole Mağaraları
High StreetWookey Hole is certainly not like any other place you've been to. A very old and quirky village hosts the famous caves which can be walked around with a tour guide. The cave is said to be the home of the historic Witch of Wookey, and is also where truckles of the renowned cheddar matures in the special vault!
Chew Valley Lake is a man-made natural beauty spot, managed by Bristol Water. There are some easy and accessible wildlife trails around the lake as well as bird hides. It also an excellent spot for fly fishing - permits can be purchased from Woodford Lodge.
71 yerel halk öneriyor
Chew Valley Lake
Chew Valley Lake is a man-made natural beauty spot, managed by Bristol Water. There are some easy and accessible wildlife trails around the lake as well as bird hides. It also an excellent spot for fly fishing - permits can be purchased from Woodford Lodge.
A vibrant and quirky town for those interested in spiritual and alternative culture! Home of the Tor, Glastonbury Abbey and many incense-laden fairy shops!
229 yerel halk öneriyor
Glastonbury
A vibrant and quirky town for those interested in spiritual and alternative culture! Home of the Tor, Glastonbury Abbey and many incense-laden fairy shops!
The beautiful city of Bath is approximately 30-40 minutes drive from East Harptree. Stunning Georgian architecture surrounds a city of delights: the Roman Baths and Pump Rooms, Bath Abbey, museums and art galleries galore, independent shops, elegant public gardens, and a fantastic array of cuisines. It is easy to spend a whole day here!
721 yerel halk öneriyor
Bath
The beautiful city of Bath is approximately 30-40 minutes drive from East Harptree. Stunning Georgian architecture surrounds a city of delights: the Roman Baths and Pump Rooms, Bath Abbey, museums and art galleries galore, independent shops, elegant public gardens, and a fantastic array of cuisines. It is easy to spend a whole day here!
Based on the Somerset Levels, this is a wonderful spot to wander along some wildlife trails, do some birdwatching, or just simply enjoy peace and quiet by the water's edge...
58 yerel halk öneriyor
RSPB Ham Wall
Based on the Somerset Levels, this is a wonderful spot to wander along some wildlife trails, do some birdwatching, or just simply enjoy peace and quiet by the water's edge...
Mendip Activity Centre offers a huge range of activities for all abilities, including watersports, abseiling, and bushcraft. Check the website for a full list of activities, directions and prices.
Mendip Activity Centre Watersports Site, Hewish
Wick RoadMendip Activity Centre offers a huge range of activities for all abilities, including watersports, abseiling, and bushcraft. Check the website for a full list of activities, directions and prices.
Next door neighbour to Wookey Hole is Ebbor Gorge, a national nature reserve and SSSI. There are several trails around the gorge depending on ability, but each one rewards you with spectacular scenery!
37 yerel halk öneriyor
Ebbor Gorge National Nature Reserve
DeerleapNext door neighbour to Wookey Hole is Ebbor Gorge, a national nature reserve and SSSI. There are several trails around the gorge depending on ability, but each one rewards you with spectacular scenery!
Shops and amenities
A 5 minute drive away (or a mile walk across the fields if you're feeling active) Bowden's is open from 7am - 6pm daily (closing at 2pm on Sunday).
SPAR West Harptree
3 The CourtyardA 5 minute drive away (or a mile walk across the fields if you're feeling active) Bowden's is open from 7am - 6pm daily (closing at 2pm on Sunday).
Run by volunteers, this small village shop by the village clock has the basics if you've run out of milk or bread. Open most mornings until midday.
East Harptree Community Shop
Whitecross RoadRun by volunteers, this small village shop by the village clock has the basics if you've run out of milk or bread. Open most mornings until midday.
SPAR in Bishop Sutton has a good selection of basics and groceries if you need a little top up. Open daily from 7am-8pm.
SPAR Wick Road
Wick RoadSPAR in Bishop Sutton has a good selection of basics and groceries if you need a little top up. Open daily from 7am-8pm.
The Co-OP in Chew Magna is open later than most shops in the area and has a wide selection of groceries. Open daily from 7am-10pm.
Radstock Co-operative - Chew Magna
15 Harford SquareThe Co-OP in Chew Magna is open later than most shops in the area and has a wide selection of groceries. Open daily from 7am-10pm.
The Chew Valley's Community Farm has their Veg Shed open to the public on Saturdays 10am-2pm. They sell local organic produce, most of which is grown on their own farm. Card payments accepted.
The Community Farm
Denny LaneThe Chew Valley's Community Farm has their Veg Shed open to the public on Saturdays 10am-2pm. They sell local organic produce, most of which is grown on their own farm. Card payments accepted.
Farrington's farm shop stocks a large selection of local and tasty goods. The cafe offers a delicious range of breakfasts and lunches, and there are lots of activities for children such as the Playbarn. Please check website as opening times vary depending on which part of the Farm park you want to visit.
32 yerel halk öneriyor
Farrington Farm Shop
Main StreetFarrington's farm shop stocks a large selection of local and tasty goods. The cafe offers a delicious range of breakfasts and lunches, and there are lots of activities for children such as the Playbarn. Please check website as opening times vary depending on which part of the Farm park you want to visit.
A lovely little bakery and delicatessen with a few basic groceries on the side, the Pantry situated in Chewton Mendip is a great place to pop in for a few bits or sit in and have a coffee and croissant.
The Mendip Pantry
High StreetA lovely little bakery and delicatessen with a few basic groceries on the side, the Pantry situated in Chewton Mendip is a great place to pop in for a few bits or sit in and have a coffee and croissant.
As there are no laundry facilities in the Hut, the nearest place to do washing is in Wells (St Cuthbert street). Please note the machines are operated by £1 coins only. It is currently £5 for a 7kg wash. Open daily 7am-5pm.
Wells Launderette
39 Saint Cuthbert StreetAs there are no laundry facilities in the Hut, the nearest place to do washing is in Wells (St Cuthbert street). Please note the machines are operated by £1 coins only. It is currently £5 for a 7kg wash. Open daily 7am-5pm.