EXPLORE SOMERSET, DEVON & DORSET
FOOD & DRINK
THE COTLEY INN
Award-winning pub with incredible food.
Nestled on the Cotley estate, on the side of a hill at the foot of the Blackdown hills, you’ll find the Cotley Inn buried among some of the best views around.
Our relaxed pub is the perfect place for long lunches, sumptuous suppers and proper beers. Find a sunny corner on our south west facing terrace and relax with a G&T, or put your feet up next to the fire after a long walk in the woods.
Whatever the season, our award-winning food will ensure no one goes hungry. Treat yourself to a lavish three course meal or enjoy some proper pub favourites.
Dogs, well-behaved owners and muddy boots always welcome.
4 miles away – 10 minute drive
THE CANDLELIGHT
The Candlelight Inn has been lovingly revived by the team behind the multi award-winning Cotley Inn.
From January 14th 2026, they’ll be rolling out a full menu, packed with hearty British pub classics, tasty daily specials, and fresh seafood.
Whatever the season, our award-winning food will ensure no one goes hungry. Treat yourself to a lavish three course meal or enjoy some proper pub favourites.
Dogs, well-behaved owners and muddy boots always welcome.
2.7 miles away – 5 minute drive
PIPS RAILWAY CARRIAGE
A wonderful quirky cafe serving outstanding coffee, teas and delicious cakes crafted on-site in their bakeshop.
The full service restaurant creates exciting & innovative flavours inspired by our organic farm serving breakfast and lunch.
All served in our refurbished 1850’s train carriage booths, double-decker bus & marquee, or beautiful garden with a laser focus on local, ethical & sustainability.
13 miles away – 25 minute drive
HORRELL & HORRELL
A visit to Horrell & Horrell is like going to a friends house for dinner, where you bring a bottle, enjoy great food, and let the conversation flow – whilst they take care of everything else. Guests are welcomed with an arrival drinks, before dining at a long sharing table in the old cow barn.
They are open on Thursday, Friday and Saturday for dinner, and on Sundays for lunch.
27 miles away – 30 minute drive
HOLM
Holm is the West Country outpost from the team behind former Brixton institution, Salon and successful South London bistro, Levan.
Holm is inspired by nature and our surroundings in the beautiful South West of England. We are driven by provenance, sustainability and warm hospitality. Our aim is to serve delicious food and drinks in a casual yet refined environment.
13.5 miles away – 19 minute drive
THE NEWT
The Newt in Somerset dates back to 1687. The grounds are beautiful and there is a choice of three restaurants, including the Farmyard Kitchen, which makes effective use of produce from the estate’s gardens.
30.8 miles away – 37 minute drive
THE PIG at Combe
A relaxed panelled restaurant is packed with character, overlooking the surrounding Devonshire hills. Every dish on the menu champions simple, flavoursome Kitchen Garden food and local flavours true to the micro seasons.
17.3 miles away – 28 minute drive
OTTER VALLEY FIELD KITCHEN
Incredible home-made ice cream, delicious pizza and salads in a beautiful glass barn just down the A303.
10 miles away – 16 minute drive
HIVE BEACH CAFE
Enjoy the stunning views of Hive Beach from our indoor and outdoor seating, welcoming both guests and their four-legged friends.
The café also offers a takeaway window, perfect for beach walkers who want a quick coffee for their stroll, or for picnickers who wish to take a delicious bowl of our dishes to enjoy while watching the sunset over Hive Beach.
Conveniently, there is a National Trust car park and public toilets located right beside the café.
25.8 miles away – 45 minute drive
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