Bird & Carter Fonthill in Wiltshire

We had a wonderful stay at The Bird & Carter. This B&B is truly wonderful. We were looking for a nice peaceful stay away from London and that’s exactly what we got. We were greeted with fresh flapjack and milk in a thermos. Plus coffee bags and plenty of tea and fresh water which is just what you need after a long drive. The room was light and definitely big enough for a couple. The bathroom was clean and tidy with fresh clean fluffy towels big enough to wrap round you. The bed was super comfy. Availability of tv channels, Netflix etc was great. Not that we were going to spend a lot of time in the room but it’s nice for the option. A couple of walking books were available for us to look at which is great when you don’t know the area. Also the website is great for local things to go and where to eat. Our surroundings were beautiful and peaceful. A lovely couple of chairs outside our room and some benches down by the stream. Breakfast was excellent. You can have granola and also a full English, small English or veggie breakfast. We opted for the full and it was super fresh and tasty. A wide range of coffee and tea is available with alternative milk options. Great for me as I love an oat milk latte. The choice of toast between sourdough and granary as well is great. Plus fresh orange juice. Perfect. The breakfast area is quaint and cosy and Annie was the perfect host throughout our stay. Bird and Carter also have a lovely farm shop which is about a 20 min drive from their b&b. We grabbed some items to take back home with us. The quiche was delicious. We opted for a slice of the salmon and also bacon and spinach. Plus an array of salad bits including potato salad, slaw and green. Plus we couldn’t resist a sausage roll. Everything was fresh and delicious. The quiche especially was so creamy. It melted in your mouth. If we lived closed I’d be there all the time. The cafe looks lovely and there’s an abundance of other food to buy such as cheeses, wine and beer, crisps, oils, crackers and pasta. Plus much much more. Definitely worth a visit. While we were staying at the b&b we explored the surrounding area. Including 2 pubs which are about a 30-40 min walk away. We also ventured to Durdle Door which is just over an hour away if you’re looking for a seaside visit. We would definitely stay again. Thanks Annie

VERY HIGH SUSPICION OF VERY UNDER COOKED PORK SAUSAGES. The thin skins of both one inch thick sausages were medium brown as one would expect. The next 4mm being grey, synonymous with cooked pork, and the rest of both sausages distinctly pink, synonymous with very under cooked pork. No apology at the time. No apology in their reply to my written communication to them. Instead they argued that the sausages were properly cooked because the temperature probe said so. They also argued that the pinkness is due to the high salt content. If that was the case then the first 4mm would also be pink. Or alternatively the first 4mm miraculously has a lower salt content than the rest of the sausage. In my view it is a ridiculous argument and more in keeping with 'saving face'. On a previous occasion elsewhere I was assured, by an experienced chef, that some suspiciously anemic looking sausages were properly cooked because the temperature probe said so. I was later rushed to hospital with food poisoning. I will not accept another chef's over confidence in a temperature probe when my own eyes tell me something different. Consequently my advice is this: if anyone desires a pink pork sausage then I would recommend the Bird & Carter of Fonthill Bishop, but if not then avoid the Bird & Carter of Fonthill Bishop.

We’re were greeted (eventually) by unenthused staff but felt like we were a bit of an inconvenience. Cake choices are poor and no one smiles

Perfect location and wonderful to finally find a very fresh breakfast with friendly and efficient service - would definitely return and highly recommend as they were also dog friendly which is something we struggle to find.

My husband and I recently bought a new tent and decided to use it one more time before it got too cold, we stayed in a fantastic friendly campsite in Wiltshire. As we were packing away our tent we decided it would be nice to stay another night somewhere and go home the following day. My mother had mentioned Bird and Carter having seen an article in one of the Sunday papers BnB's under £100 so we gave them a call to see if they had a room available. We were at the time standing in a camping field with a limited phone/internet signal. After 3 attempts at calling we were about to give up and someone answered the phone at around 11.30am. When we arrived at the BnB the room felt really cold the windows were open, steamed up and dripping with water. We were really hungry so decided rather than driving to one of the nearby pubs we would have Sunday lunch in their cafe. We were showed to a table and given a menu they were serving an all day breakfast. We should have at that point left but didn't want to appear rude. So my husband ordered eggs royale after about 15 minutes we were told that they had run out of this so he ordered the Haddock kedgeree around 5 mins later they returned and said they had run out of this too. He eventually had eggs benedict £10.95 and I had the veggie breakfast £12.50. The food was fine although eating breakfast at 2pm on a Sunday was a mistake we should have gone somewhere else for a lovely Sunday lunch but we had had enough of driving and we were hungry. After brunch we drove to a very pretty pub/hotel for a drink/coffee. We returned to the BnB. Our room was extremely small you could just about walk down the side of the bed to get into bed but once the curtains were closed there really wasn't room to do that. The windows stayed dripping wet the entire time we were there whether the windows were open or closed. I tried to have a wash in the basin but the hot water was only luke warm, I think the hot water was struggling with the heating being on in our room. The loo flush didn't work properly you had to flush it 3 or 4 times to make it work which was really annoying especially in the middle of the night! There was only one chair in the room I had to get into bed as there was no where else to sit. By around 7pm we were really hungry but didn't want to get back in the car to go out for supper and we were too tired so we stayed hungry until breakfast the following morning. We had our dog with us which made the room feel even smaller it really was a tiny room which cost £125.00 for the night with our dog this is in our opinion very over priced especially considering the issues we had in the room. We stay in hotels and B&B's quite a bit and so we do know about these things. We received an email from Bird and Carter asking us to leave a review on their website, I emailed them instead with our feedback and said I don't wish to leave a bad review on your website but wanted to give you our feedback. I received a very aggressive phone call from the owner who just talked at me and over me and was quite rude and arrogant and told me there was nothing wrong with the hot water so was basically telling me I was lying. I am afraid I gave up trying to talk to her and eventually put the phone down as she was just not in least bit interested in what I was saying and just continued justifying how wonderful her BnB was and how everyone loved it. A very disappointing experience and I don't appreciate being spoken down to in that fashion to by the owner. The waitress who served us in the cafe was very pleasant.

Stopped off here for lunch after reading about it in The Extra Mile book. Did not disappoint - great setting with lovely menu and friendly professional staff. Really enjoyed it.

Had a great stay when attending a wedding. Great accommodation with plenty of parking and friendly staff. Hi light was the superb cooked breakfast in a very welcoming setting.

Wonderful casual restaurant by a stream. Plenty if indoor and outdoor tables. Great food and drinks from a limited choice menu. Good service. Ample parking.

‘Nice’ but disappointing Stopped for lunch en route to a weekend away in Somerset Had to ask how to get into the cafe from the car park - it’s not obvious Waited whilst ignored to be seated Menu looked very good Smoked haddock kedgeree was extremely disappointing - very dry - just like a packet of microwave rice sprinkled with curry powder plus a hard boiled egg and some vacuum packed smoked haddock flakes - couldn’t finish it - far too dry and inauthentic Pulled pork bap and chips was fine Service at lunchtime disorganised and slow We couldn’t wait any longer for dessert Everyone was very ‘nice’ but the overall experience was disappointing

Really nice menu and food, particularly enjoyed the Kedgeree. Let down by the tardy service. Everyone was very nice, the restaurant wasn’t busy but I waited half an hour between courses. We will try again, but maybe the Monday lunch team isn’t the most efficient.

We stumbled across this gem on our travels back from Cornwall and it was the perfect place to break the journey. The setting is beautiful and the welcome warm. The menu is beyond the expectations of a rural eatery with things such as bang bang cauliflower which was incredible and Padron peppers but there were still the firm family favourites, such as the scampi in a basket, light and fluffy just as you would want. Well worth a visit!

the food here was absolutely amazing, my pulled pork bap was absolutely divine, service was quick, staff were lovely and catered all our needs will definitely be back

Wonderful 2 night stay with my sister & close family for her sons wedding. . Our stay at Bird and Carter was fantastic, from the Friday night evening meal for 14 people which due to bad weather was moved inside but they still managed to get us all sat on one large table. The food and service was great. We booked all their B&B rooms & no one was disappointed the rooms were clean and comfortable & tastefully decorated.On the Saturday a number of additional people arrived prior to the wedding and they provided a sandwich /snack platter which was gratefully received. A huge thank you to the staff present on the Friday and Saturday in particular Eliza who went above and beyond doing everything she could to make our stay special even chasing down an Amazon parcel that had been ordered to be sent to Bird & Carter but was delivered to a neighbouring resident. We had a great stay and would definitely return

Disgusting place should be closed down !! Rough around the edges, service abominable and to top it all no manager/owner on premises. We had an emergency during the night (a wasp nest in our room) I am disabled and was frantic. Tried the mobile number of owner - no signal , when we eventually got through it went to answer machine. We left at 3am and the owner eventually phoned us at 7am when we arrived home. He was extremely rude and said he would call back. Mrs. Bird called back at 9am admitting there was a wasps nest in our room and we would be refunded!! The point being NOBODY was contactable in an emergency. Health and Safety should be notified.

We stopped here for a coffee heading home from ferry in Portsmouth. Ended up having a delicious bacon sandwich. Lovely friendly staff, great looking meal, coffee fab. Definitely worth a second visit.

Venue was perfect for overnight stay with dog .room although small was very clean and modern .garden worked well and breakfast was excellent

Everything about Bird and Carter was fantastic, the room was compact but well designed and extremely comfortable, with toiletries, bottles of water, fresh milk etc all provided. It had its own private decking area with seating , overlooking the beautiful garden. The breakfast were amazing , freshly cooked with a wide range of choices and quality ingredients. The icing on the cake was the staff,Caroline and Alice in front of house made us feel very welcome and nothing was too much trouble . We had a great stay and look forward to returning soon.

Honestly the best meal ever!! It was perfect from start the finish. The best steak!!! Lovely and helpful staff, gorgeous menu and gorgeous deserts. All in all it was the perfect birthday treat. Thank you

Absolute gem of a B&B. Lovely staff, fantastic food, beautiful scenery. Value for money was amazing. Would recommend to anyone in the area.

Great value for money b&b. Friendly staff, comfy bed and great breakfast. Very good quality food for breakfast . Highly recommend and will visit again.

Came here for lunch on Monday afternoon. Was greeted by the friendly staff (Eliza, Polly and Hattie). Was seated inside by the welcoming fire. Very dog friendly with lots of treats to hand. Had the gnocchi which was lovely and clearly made fresh. Food came...

A lovely place to spend some time either inside or under a huge sparkly lit tented area with sheepskin rugs to sit on for comfort. Lovely food and ambiance!

Booked the Sunday all day brunch as the venue was half way down to Devon. The M25 was surprisingly placid so arrived very early but no problems there. The first Sunday in October was cool but no heat in the "tent" but just about ok....

We were walking locally and came upon this pub after watching the funeral of The Queen. We’d had a cooked breakfast earlier but decided to sample some of the food. My son has a beer and bread with olives etc. I sampled the pudding which...

I'm going to use the hidden gem cliche as found this delightful place whilst looking for a last minute night-stop to break-up our long-haul journey from Surrey to Cornwall. Literally a hop, skip, jump, from the A303, the property and grounds are picturesque idyllic (the...

Lovely location. Room was very nice and comfortable. Breakfast was lovely. Weather was rubbish but can’t blame them for that!

Found by chance. Perfect oasis off the A303. Varied menu, lovely setting with covered outdoor seating and stream-side garden. A shady spot for a delicious lunch just a few minutes off the A303. Look out for the cafe and b&b sign off the A303, it’s...

I expected something really special from the advertising, but it did not meet my expectations. Service was very good and the premises were querky and in some respects artistic. My room had most facilities but for me as an 84 year old with arthitis it...

Stopped off on journey from Hertfordshire to Dorset for breakfast. Really welcoming and delicious coffee. We had the full breakfasts, a bacon sandwich and the granola all very yummy. Dog friendly!

Kids wanted to go out for breakfast, we knew the perfect place on a sunny Saturday morning, pleasant, relaxed with friendly service and great food, lots of care taken to source quality ingredients. Portion size is spot on for adults and children, kids then had...

2 minutes from the A303 in a lovely village. Excellent menu using produce from the Fonthill estate. A lean goes down to the river and there is a delicatessen and B&B in the traditional stone built buildings. Friendly staff and great location. Why would you...

The menu is not large but the food was really good. The only negative was we were seated in the outdoor space so it was quite chilly after being sat there a while. Would definitely return.

First time here, and what a fabulous venue with a great menu (the asparagus risotto was superb). To call it a pub doesn't do it justice & to call somewhere a gastro-pub has become an easy cliché ... this place is foodie heaven ... but...

Fully booked when we arrived on spec, we were seated, made very welcome and given the first available table. The service was excellent as was the food. The decor and ambience all contributed to a very relaxed couple of hours. Having driven past for many...

Brunch booked for 11:15 on 4th December. When making the booking we were not informed that we would be sat in their partial enclosed area. As a result: 1) My feet were so cold I lost the feeling in my feet. They do have heaters...

I've never written a trip advisor review so it must be good. My partner and I stayed here for 2 nights. We both have to travel a fair distance to see one another due to work commitments. Because of this my partner was going to...

We've eaten here a few times now as a lunch stop on the way from Kent to the West Country. We've also had afternoon tea too when down in Salisbury In our opinion Bird & Carter have got it just right. A simple yet 'should...

Really impressed with @birdandcarter #Fonthill for their friendly service & food today. My sister had the pork chop , I had gnocchi then both had Blackberry Cobbler. Tea in good size CHINA! Cups. Superb autumn menu #food #chef #menu

I am sure the coffee and food are good here but we didn't get chance to try it. Upon arrival there was confusion on where we should stand and wait, we were ignored a couple of times and then eventually asked what we wanted? We...

Stylish, cosy and welcoming B and B. Lovely hosts and really comfy bedrooms. Highly recommended. Definitely will return.

Had booked a table at the Bird & Carter as it was approximately 10 miles into cycle route 4 and ideally positioned for lunch. Really nice scenery, great food, good service in a really nice setting. We were really happy with everything.

Absolutely sick & tired of the hellish traffic on this part of the A303, we spotted a way to by-pass some of it, and came upon this little gem near Fonthill and stopped for a cup of tea and a bite to eat..... Very pleasant...

So the car broke down! Found this place 5 mins from A303 and limped our way there to wait for recovery. WOW! What a hidden gem! Great food, beer garden by stream, nice walk for dog and superb service! Would spend the same amount at...

We got off the A303 to find a spot of breakfast. Great little find, friendly happy staff, delicious food and catered happily for my gluten free. Great coffee too.

Perfect room, warm welcome, delicious food Thankyou With the added bonus of a flatcoat puppy I didn’t really want to write more but trip advisor seemed to want 100 words

Usually my favourite but visit with visiting family for brunch was very slow service although not apparently that busy. Food great and generous portion for a full meal price. Great coffee. Had to sit outside which was a bit draughty even though there are fleece...

We had such a lovely lunch here today, very kindly fitted in by the staff on what was a very busy lunch time! Despite the rush, the staff were attentive and charming, our waitress gave us excellent recommendations for walks and gave us 5 star...

We popped in for breakfast - what a treat!! Friendly staff and delicious food! The bacon sandwich was delicious, coffee fantastic, and the chocolate guinness cake was sublime! I will definitely be back soon.

Arrived on Sunday morning at opening time 10 am, quite a large car park and on looking at the outside seating which looks attractive we went to a welcome area, We were shown our table, menu cutlery and two glasses provided, we soon ordered our...

This cafe / diner is set in the beautiful location of Fonthill Bishop. Had a lovely lunch sitting undercover but outdoors. Lovely service and lunch. Very easy recommend if you are anywhere in the vicinity. They also do evening meals, I believe.

Our room was small but perfectly appointed for a brief stay. Perhaps a trifle claustrophobic if staying longer and in the rain, but we enjoyed the aspect onto the garden and river with our own deck in the sunshine. Breakfast was served under a large...

We booked two nights at the end of a weeks road trip around the South West. Our room, Ebble, was absolutely stunning and the attention to detail in the decor really wowed us. Joff who owns the place greeted us in a warm and relaxed...

Just stopped at this lovely little cafe and had to recommend it. Tranquil river gardens, friendly staff, and a top notch breakfast (with good selection of choices) - and good coffees too! Londoners catered for with a decaf oat cappuccino :)

Stopped off on our way from London to Devon & were pleasantly welcomed by the lovely staff. The food was delicious (the quiche in particular was amazing, perfect pastry) and the garden is beautifully decorated. Perfect way to start our holiday! 😊

Stopped by for morning coffee and cake en route to Tisbury ; good choice and excellent service delivery. However a prolonged fiasco when we asked for the bill and the toilet cleanliness and appearance left a lot to be desired. Always wonder about kitchen hygiene...

The Bird & Carter has an excellent Friday night dining concept: a straightforward two choice menu (carnivore or vegetarian) all of which is well cooked and served by friendly and efficient staff. The wine list is well-chosen and, like everything else, reasonably priced. The only...

Beautiful location and wonderful food. We had the pulled pork bun with sauté potatoes and salad. The meal was beautifully presented and filling. We sat outside under cover, the heaters kept us warm.

Bird & Carter in Fonthill Bishop provide the perfect venue for an outdoor family luncheon under their tented extension, as we all feel our way out of lockdown. The food is excellent and the atmosphere is relaxed. We loved it and will be back!

Thank you Bird and Carter for a delicious and heart warming experience. We had such a lovely time here, so uplifting to step out after being restricted for so long - to your very well attended, yummy and super friendly establishment. We'll be back!

Customers mean nothing there’s plenty more attitude , Young couldn’t care less staff God knows when they’re fully open , and not takeaway ,there was only me and my wife and a scottish couple of ladies , the owner was too busy using his drill...

We went for lunch, mains were £13. and you didn’t get much for your money. My tartiflette was nice and warm but sadly the potato was rather undercooked. The side salad was very small, I’d call it a garnish rather than a salad. It was...

Just had a fabulous, socially distanced, mid morning breakfast with a friend. I arrived in the drizzle on my motorbike to be offered a space in their car port out of the weather. Once in their heated gazebo the staff were friendly and efficient and...

As a customer of this restaurant when it was previously known as the Riverbarn I am delighted that the restaurant is now open again in a very different guise and serving a very different style of food. To cope with Covid restrictions the garden has...

A bit of a disappointment, after taking quite some time to be seated at our table (which was booked and reserved) we were then waiting 20 minutes for just our hot drinks. Menu choice wasn't the best which is understandable during this time. That being...

This is a real gem. Lovely food with plenty of non meat choices. Friendly and helpful staff. Great spot. Large outdoor undercover dining area. What's not to like. Plan to make this a regular haunt.

In beautiful surroundings of Fonthill a charming little cafe for brunch (bacon was proper) Relaxed, good food and charming enthusiastic staff. Good all rounder!

We (3 x adults, 1 x child and 1 x baby) visited for lunch today and it was fantastic! The menu isn’t huge there were around 3 or 4 choices but all were delicious! My Mother and I shared the ploughmans and the quiche -...

I can’t believe there is only one review of this place! Perhaps it’s new? It. Is. Amazing. I stopped in for a bite to eat (and picked the place completely at random after turning off the 303 because I was hungry) and my lord what...

Recently re-opened by a well known local team of food experts, this lovely little place is set to do well. Called in during a country lockdown walk and so lucky to be able to have tasty and filling lunch with cold cider as takeaways in...