Lord Poulett Arms in South Somerset

The food here was as wonderful as the service! We had a lovely meal, everything was cooked just perfectly. Our server was really helpful and knowledgeable, making perfect wine pairings. Overall the atmosphere was great, warm and inviting, local but welcoming. Really hope we can go back one day, and try some of the sister pubs/restaurants.

Came with the dogs who were well looked after and ordered the Pie & Mash. Absolutely delicious!! Best pie I’ve ever had, maybe. Is it? Not sure, it’s close. Yep I think it is. Yep defo

Lovely spot for dinner and drinks! Food was amazing - we recommend the burger or steak! Staff were friendly and welcoming. We will be back if we visit this area again!

My husband and I visited today Sun and chose as on the menu the Rare Roasted Rump. What we received was 3 very small thin slices of very over cooked tough almost inedible beef in a thin gruel alongside an overcooked yorkshire pudding stuffed with a beef stew - very strange and a cauli served in a thin white sauce ( I think they forgot to put the cheese in) the rest of the vegetables of red cabbage, undercooked kale and carrot & swede mash alongside roast potatoes were just acceptable. When I pointed out to the waitress that the beef was overcooked, she said it was rare until it had gravy put on it. I did make a comment to her about knowing the difference. At £23 for a 1 course Sunday lunch this is very over priced and totally unacceptable. The place needs a person who can cook and can tell the difference between Rare and over done. They then add the audacity to add 12.5% service charge which quite naturally I had removed. This is not a reflection on the serving staff who had to serve this rubbish but on the meal itself. Don't waste your money on this place with its over inflated prices on menu.

Everything about this place is simply extraordinary. The gorgeous rooms, the wonderful and attentive staff, the exquisite food and drinks—every aspect of our stay was just perfection! The hotel itself is located in the most beautiful little village surrounded by plenty of gorgeous countryside walks. A relaxing, unforgettable getaway. Thank you xx

Perfect pub roast, excellent service. Can't wait to come back

Excellent gastro pub for an evening meal. Went with a group of friends while staying nearby and the food was really excellent. As a group we highly recommend the scallops, the burrata, the steak and the burger. Decent wine list also. Same owners as The Talbot in Mells and The Beckford Bottle Shop in Bath. Expect similar quality.

What a great pub with rooms! Stayed for a night en route to the coast. Lovely room overlooking a pretty village high street with super comfortable bed. And delicious evening meal. Scallops, Venison then Cheese. High quality ingredients cooked incredibly well. Service was delightful. Thank you for a lovely evening (and for the birthday “fuss”)

Great village pub, serving good beer and very tasty food

I do aqua aerobics once a week. The class that Hannah teaches is great. The water doesn't smell of chlorine and the changing area is clean.

Just had a lovely meal here the food for lovely and fresh and service was great and always with meal me my wife and mother in law will be back again 😋

Very poor for the price that we paid .

Lovely pub. Food is a little pricey but worth every penny! Drinks very reasonable. Decor is fantastic and the atmosphere is great! Pretty beer garden to the rear. Iv never started but judging the standard of the pub and restaurant I’m sure the hotel side would be worth a stay!

Fabulously cozy rooms. This is the second inn owned by the Beckford Group we've stayed at, and we loved it. With quaint rooms, nicely decorated and a fantastic food menu, it was a wonderful stay, and rather a shame that we were only staying one night. Dinner was delicious, and they have a great selection of real ales.

A good experience , value for money. Relaxing mood in a cozy environment

It is sometimes the case that we only see the true colours of people when things a bit out of the ordinary come along. I arrived at LPA after my car had just had problems, and I was stressed whilst figuring out what to do. From the moment they met me, the whole staff understood - dinner reservation became flexi around the arrival of the AA, room checkout the next day became flexi whilst I figured out what to do with an 'undriveable' car in order to get it back to Surrey. The wrap-around care from staff was exceptional! The room was gorgeous and the food first-rate. I hope to return to enjoy it all when I am less bothered!

OK - so it was Sunday evening and it was the end of a day that celebrated their ‘boules finale 2024’ but our dinner was more than disappointing. A very restricted evening menu usually heralds excellent food. Not in this case. Cauliflower steak was dry and not fully realised according to the menu description. A chocolate fondant that was overcooked and oozed no promise at all. Choux pastry that didn’t exist. It may be a good award winning pub generally, just not on that night. And not good value for the quite pricey unremarkable dishes. The garlic chips were fantastic, but that’s just chips.

Really gorgeous food…fresh innovative and so tasty. Casual boho setting…very clever…stylish and fun. Very nice helpful relaxed staff. Have eaten here several times and always excellent.

Absolutely beautiful Sunday lunch for a birthday treat. We had the vegetarian starter, main and dessert. It was all faultless and the food has a lot of flavour and is presented beautifully. Generous portions and the staff were very attentive. Would definitely recommend. The gardens are also very nice

Last night was the second time we’ve eaten here and we were not disappointed. The ambience is spot on, the staff are attentive and friendly, the location is wonderful and the food I absolutely delicious. We can’t recommend this place enough and will definitely be back. I only wish I’d taken photos of our food to share with you how beautifully presented it was. We love it that the chef pops out for a chat with diners and the manager is so lovely and communicative with all.

I popped in for a tea because if it comes to ordering food, a prior reservation is required. The pub has beautiful little garden on the back with place to play lawn bowls. The staff is friendly and professional. I will definitely try food served here.

We enjoyed a delightful few days in this beautiful corner of somerset. The pub/hotel is situated in the very picturesque village of Hinton St. George. Rooms are elegantly furnished. Drinks can be taken in the italianate garden which is strung with fairy lights. Meals are taken in the pub but which also has an area just for drinkers. The food was absolutely delicious. Top marks to the chef. Stunning food. Finally we mustn’t forget the great hospitality of john who runs the pub. We had a fab few days away

Fantastic Sunday lunch with family . Great service and ambience

We stopped by for a coffee and tea during a walk around the area - delightful old pub, tastefully decorated and such friendly staff. The manager overheard me asking if they had any sweetener rather than sugar, and he popped out to the local shop to get some for me which was above-and-beyond service! Everything beautifully served in proper cups and pots etc and we enjoyed our cuppa out in the peaceful garden. Only wish we had time to stay for lunch...

Just visited for lunch with my son and his friend for lunch. Monk fish on the menu for the first time today apparently, it was absolutely gorgeous. Beautiful flavours, the sauce was amazing and fish cooked to perfection. Highly recommended, I wish I had taken a photo because the presentation looked like art! Highly recommended, I have never been disappointed when eating here so if you are nearby or even not so nearby, it's definitely well worth a visit for a bite to eat. The chef came out to introduce himself and to ask for my feedback which was a really lovely touch. Hang on to him Lord Poulett, he's a treasure :) thank you for a lovely meal.

Just visited for lunch with my son and his friend for lunch. Monk fish on the menu for the first time today apparently, it was absolutely gorgeous. Beautiful flavours, the sauce was amazing and fish cooked to perfection. Highly recommended, I wish I had taken a photo because the presentation looked like art! Highly recommended, I have never been disappointed when eating here so if you are nearby or even not so nearby, it's definitely well worth a visit for a bite to eat. The chef came out to introduce himself and to ask for my feedback which was a really lovely touch. Hang on to him Lord Poulett, he's a treasure :) thank you for a lovely meal.

Very cute restaurant in a no less charming village. The dishes were really very good, we ate in the garden but the inside looked just as pretty. A very good moment.

A beautiful and well kept hotel in a stunning village. The staff were friendly and helpful. Our stay here was short but blissful. Highly recommend room 5

Went on a Wednesday evening hadn't booked and quite busy, had fish platter,small bun with some prawns in it,salty smoked salmon, over seasoned fish cakes and salty crisps, disappointed

Stunning village, lovely pub and garden. Covered area outside. Lovely staff and great room. Some of the food was 5 star, some was 3 or 4 star. Overall had a brill time though. Avoid the deep fried rice balls.

Disappointed. Lovely venue but greasy fish and dry burger. No garnish, no salad. Service a bit cold. Our anniversary, so a real shame.

If you find yourself near here drop in, if not find the time. Great historic pub with rooms, in fact a proper inn. Clean styling, great staff, walls of interesting stuff. Food was great, "Frickles" as a starter, and "treats" to have with tea. Go there hungry as a snack and starter filled me up all for £13. You can see and speak to the busy kitchen staff as they slave away for your delight. You will be delighted . Chips are very good, but don't take my word try it yourself. I didn't stay but a friend said the rooms are 5 *

Great staff, great food and atmosphere. Lovely lunch in a lovely pub!

Incredible hospitality by John and his team, makes a world of difference when someone passionate like him runs a place like this. Food was really good too!

What a wonderful place! Recommended by some friends, we parked easily outside in the pretty village. It was Sunday lunchtime and the pub was buzzing. Welcomed by Jon, the landlord, King of cool shirts! What a great guy, always smiling and nothing too much trouble. Fantastic lunch, great team of chefs and waiting staff, efficient and friendly. Room was immaculate with lovely finishing touches, a little goodie bag for our dog, some nice toiletries and homemade biscuits. Bramley products to use, really nice. Thank you to the lovely housekeeping lady, so beautifully done. Breakfast was delicious and plentiful. Loved this place, best food and room we have stayed in for a long time. Will definitely return without a doubt. Thank you so much.

I had a beautiful holiday in Somerset with one of my friend and we stayed for a night at the Lord Poulett Arms they had a good accomodation with an excellent service. The room was cozy and comfortable and I really like the vintage interior as well and we had a dinner and breakfast at the pub and the food was super delicious. Highly recommended

We had a wedding anniversary meal at The Lord Poulett. My wife's Fish & Chips were very good along with my daughter's Rump steak. Unfortunately I had the Rib eye steak - probably the worst steak I have had.

Superb staff lovely room and great dinner and huge breakfast. I loved the garden for a second cup of proper coffee.

Absolutely super stay. We were there for one night to break up the journey from London to Cornwall and experienced: - Very easy parking right outside - An incredibly friendly and warm welcome - Superb food, genuinely the best I’ve ever had in a pub, this was 1 star Michelin quality at tied pub prices. - Excellent selection of drinks, including the pub’s own ale and lots of local specialties like cider brandy. - A large, beautiful pub garden. - A fantastic after breakfast walk right from the front door, taking in some lovely countryside and apparently England’s widest oak tree. (Muddy - take boots or wellies!) - A great night’s sleep in a lovely room with a great free standing roll top bath. Don’t bother with Cornwall, stay in Somerset. Stay here.

Gorgeous pub. Lovely food. Great staff.

Fantastic pub for food and rest. We stayed a night in a very comfy, clean and well decorated room, and had an incredible dinner that night too. The atmosphere here is perfect; warm and welcoming, attentive without being fussy. John, the landlord, is ace - he very kindly drove us to the station when we had cab trouble on our way back. 10/10 - would strongly recommend

We had a fantastic BBQ , the food was first rate and the atmosphere was brilliant, John and his team are an example of how a pub should be run and were the perfect hosts.

Love this place. It’s one of 4 in the same group and they are all very good. We had a comfortable bed with a roll top bath in the room. No mini fridge but they give you a little flask of milk to have your tea or coffee in the room. The village is lovely, good for a stroll around. They have two types of food on the dinner menu, one is typical pub fare, the other a bit more experimental. The menu is not that big as you get in some places, but we like that. We found both dinner and breakfast to be very good.

We are locals but stayed at the LPA as the result of a birthday gift. Honestly, we couldn't fault a thing. The food, as always was wonderful - we had a superb evening meal, and THE most delicious breakfast. The staff are knowledgeable, caring and attentive and our welcome by John, the GM, was really lovely. Our exemplary stay has prompted us to book a couple of nights away at another Beckford owned hotel - we couldn't have asked for more.

What an amazing stay! Outstanding value considering the quality of the rooms and the food. Countryside luxury. :) There was a slight hiccup with the food order but it got corrected right away.

Fantastic pub with great rooms, friendly staff and excellent food. We took a visit to Durdle Door and decided this would be the ideal spot to stay over before heading home. Couldn't be happier with the decision!! My ribeye steak was simply the best I've ever had. There's a lovely back garden area too.

We came to the pub for lunch on a bank holiday Saturday - the service was great and the food was absolutely incredible. It's not cheap, but for the portion size and the taste we found it very good value for money. I would 10/10 recommend to those in the area. There is also a lovely courtyard garden if you go during (rare) warm UK weather!

Perfectly cooked food, top quality ingredients, friendly staff, great wine list. Excellent cheese board. Dog friendly.

Booked lunch at short notice. Food was good, freindly staff and good service.

Gorgeous setting, amazing roast and the nicest staff. 10/10

Whilst this hotel had very good reviews I’m not sure we’ll stay here again. Everything was ok - but that’s it, not stunning just ok. The service was very good, we had a nice bedroom which was clean and the food was ‘ok’. Drinks were on the pricey side and whilst our room was big the bathroom needed a bit of an upgrade.

What a wonderful welcome we had from Jon & his team. He went over & above to make our stay so comfortable & stress free. We had planned to only stay on Saturday for our daughters wedding but needed to also stay on Friday Jon organised this for us. Nothing was too much trouble. The rooms were beautiful, with super comfy beds, delightful toiletries & good quality tea & coffee. We enjoyed a delicious evening meal and breakfast. We would highly recommend this hidden gem. We will be back.

What a wonderful experience. Arrived on bikes, pre booked, for a big birthday lunch. The host and his staff were welcoming, good natured and totally unfazed by multiple orders of this and that. The very best fish and chips (gluten free) so not overfaced before the next 50k. Absolutely recommend.

Recently visited had a Sunday lunch and a nights stay. Had a lovely time, food was delicious and the breakfast was amazing. Service was perfect all the staff exceptionally friendly and pub quiz was fun! Room was lovely comfortable bed and a bath in the room.. Would highly recommend for a night away!

Walking distance from where we stayed, the Lord Poulett was simply brilliant. The team were all lovely and welcoming, even personalising my ‘birthday menu’ which was a lovely touch. The menu was great, and not crammed full; a handful of choices which all sounded divine. The tuna tartare with egg yolk was sublime and as for the lamb rump . . . delicious! We will definitely be back on our next visit to Somerset. Thank you all for making the perfect evening.

Great inn with roaring fire and fine menu accomodating well behaved "ankle biters" Food and service amazing from all staff but special mention for Rosie. Frighteningly, I'm sure we will be back Alex and family for belated Mother's Day!!!

Probably my favourite Pub. Amazing friendly staff who always went the extra mile. Clean, smart rooms. Great Food. Dog 🐕 friendly.

Great lunch. We love the Bath Arms and Beckford Arms, wanted to try this place out as we were in Dorset. John and his team did not disappoint. Super food so a Fantastic lunch all round. Cheers guys.

We just came back from an amazing weekend staying at the Lord Poulett Arms. The landlord Jon and his team especially Judy were so welcoming and friendly. Our room, the family room, was absolutely perfect and they really put us at ease with the children - offering to help with high chairs, cots and lots of colouring in at mealtimes. The food was terrific - highly recommend both the lamb & the Sea Bream. We will be back very soon!

We popped in for lunch after visiting previously and having a wonderful time. Jon served us on this occasion and we had a superb afternoon with fabulous food yet again. Everything about the Lord Poulette Arms is fantastic and we can’t wait to visit again.

Lovely evening today, great food and great staff!! Really cosy and intimate dining! Will definitely have to book again

What a wonderful countryside pub and fantastic landlord, food and atmosphere. We were welcomed immediately. The Sunday roast was outstanding (and I do not write that sentence lightly) and overall, if we didn’t live hundreds of miles away, we would be regulars. Thank you for a peaceful, delicious meal.

Sunday roast to die for! So delicious! Did not know that they had rooms, but now I do, so next time might just drive in on Saturday, stay over, roll out of bed and feast on Sunday Roast then check out. 🤤

Lovely characterful building. Alas the food was not as good as it used to be - the menu was very restricted and unimaginative, there were no specials, the pork loin was tough and expensive (and partnered with a blob of mash and limp tenderstem broccoli) and the "homemade sourdough" was suspiciously uniform in shape, looked like sliced bread and in taste bore no resemblance to any sourdough I've ever had or made. The prices remain high for indifferent and lacklustre pub dining. I won't be recommending it or going back any time soon.

Best roast dinner we've had for a long time. Booked a table, whixh was lucky ad it was very busy. Despite it being busy we were welcomed by the anagment and as we were early, were able to sit and have a drink in the bar first. It was a busy but friendly atmosphere. Our dog got lots of attention from staff and patrons alike . We were shown to our table on time, and service was attentive and timely. We both had roast pork, and it was absolutely spot on , so tender and the veg and roasties were delicious. Would definitely recommend. It wasn't the cheapest, but then I'd rather pay and have quality.

5th time eating here and had a wonderful lunch, with great food and warm service. Particularly enjoyed a lovely sole dish along with a cracking choux desert.

Omg the food here is amazing. I have had food in top london restaurants that doesn't come up to these standards. Excellent pub too. Well done.

This is still an attractive building in an attractive village. Alas, though the food used to be very good this is no longer the case. The menu is now very restricted, compared to how it was until recently, so I assume a change of chef or management. Fish and chips was dreadful - a bit of hake encased in a coffin of hard batter which felt as if it had been drying out in the oven for some time, and chips that were far too salty. 'Scampi' was another bit of hake in an even harder batter - crustaceans nowhere to be seen.

Always a pleasure visiting here. This time I had the best pork I think I've had in my life! We are always made to feel so welcome and wish we were more local than we are, but we make the 40 minute trip whenever we can because it's so special! And Jon is a delight! Highly recommend!

We stayed at The Lord Poulett Arms last weekend and loved it. The staff were all friendly and helpful, especially Rosie who greeted us on Friday night and showed us to room and the two women working at breakfast. The room (number 6) was lovely and cosy with a roll-top bath and the food in the restaurant was excellent. I stupidly left my laptop behind in the bedside drawers, but it was found by Julie in housekeeping and kept safe until I collected it earlier today. I'd recommend The Lord Poulett Arms if you're looking for a welcoming base to explore Somerset. We'll definitely return (but I'll leave my laptop at home next time!)

We stayed at The Lord Poulett Arms last weekend and loved it. The staff were all friendly and helpful, especially Rosie who greeted us on Friday night and showed us to room and the two women working at breakfast. The room (number 6) was lovely and cosy with a roll-top bath and the food in the restaurant was excellent. I stupidly left my laptop behind in the bedside drawers, but it was found by Julie in housekeeping and kept safe until I collected it earlier today. I'd recommend The Lord Poulett Arms if you're looking for a welcoming base to explore Somerset. We'll definitely return (but I'll leave my laptop at home next time!)

Excellent Sunday roast in beautiful location

Unbelievable food, drinks and service. The price was absolutely fine for the quality of everything during our experience. Will 100% be back!

Great food, beautiful friendly pub.

-Food: All absolutely delicious, and presented very nicely. It was clear from the first bite that the produce used is of very high quality. Would highly recommend the Scotch egg!!! -Staff: Very friendly and attentive, made us feel very welcome and looked after. Food arrived in good time considering it was a full house. -Atmosphere: Restaurant was very cosy and nicely decorated, it was the perfect place to go for lunch on a cold winters’ day.

A truly outstanding pub. Great drinks, amazing food, welcoming atmosphere and the loveliest staff.

Had a lovely meal here, but when it came to dessert it took 30minutes for a menu to arrive, by which point we had to start heading off. No facilities for changing babies or disabled loos even.

Recently had a meal here to celebrate my 30th, on arrival there was a sign wishing me a happy birthday! (Thought this was a touch of class!) then to be taken to our table where there was a card from the staff to wish a happy birthday!! This was very thoughtful and genuinely very much appreciated. The staff were prompt, kind and very accommodation for myself my wife and my daughter, making us all feel very welcome. The chef (Connor) came out and made such an effort with our daughter that he even made up a plate of broccoli for her … to us this meant so much! Now on to the FOOD!! Nothing shy of incredible! Honestly I would put it down to be one of the best meals I have ever had the pleasure of tasting. Value for money I would say it hits the nail on the head for an all around experience. If I could rate it more than 5 I would!!

Just one of our favourite country pubs ever - the village is gorgeous, as is this pub. Have had four fantastic meals here. Amazing Sunday roast

We have stayed here many times and it is still as good as ever! Very friendly and helpful staff and the dinner was fantastic, thoroughly recommend the cookie dessert! Despite being very busy indeed with quiz night, we were made to feel very welcome and John as quiz master was hilarious ! Keep up the good work !!

Not having been since the previous owners had it I wasn’t sure what I would find. The man with the colourful shirt had great personality , welcoming, thoughtful ( providing crayons/colouring for the children without being asked) we had the Freckles! Chilli chicken , amazing scotch eggs for starters - followed by chicken roast, tender chicken amazing roast potatoes , tasty bouncy Yorkshire puds great veg, one of us had lamb - again perfectly cooked. We forced down desserts and managed after champagne and sav blanc to get out the door! Great place with friendly staff fab food we will be back soon!

The lunch menu rather limited, struggled to find something to choose, not as good as it used to be

More of a rasto than a pub these days. Quality of the food not quite consistent with the price.

We came here for a special occasion and it was fantastic! The service was wonderful and the food was amazing.We both had fish dishes and couldn’t fault them. So looking forward to visiting again soon.

A “walk in” for Friday lunch. Food was excellent, staff and service were super friendly and efficient and the atmosphere was warm and friendly. Would definitely recommend.

Disappointed. There were two dishes unavailable from the menu, which does not offer a lot of choice anyhow. It was not very busy, but the service was very slow.( over half an hour for mains to appear....) And it was very cold , no central heating and the central fire is useless. My fish was definitely frozen, so it was watery and tasteless. Far too many chips.The only positive was that the girls were helpful and charming. My colleagues like to meet here because it's convenient. We have been coming for years. But I'm afraid it's no longer the place it was. It now lackd that personal touch, and has become corporate.

We were staying in the area and booked a table for Saturday night dinner. Arriving on Friday we did an early visit for drinks and found a busy ,welcoming pub. Saturday night dinner did not disappoint. The tables looked inviting with candles, and place settings....

Came in for a lunch date with my friend last Wednesday! The pub itself was so warm and welcoming. I had travelled from Devon to meet an old friend and was greeted with the most pleasant staff. We had Alex serving us for lunch and...

From start to finish this was an amazing stay. Jon contacted us before we arrived to chat about arrangements for our son, and when we arrived we received such a warm welcome- Jon and the team made an effort to learn our names and doted...

We stayed here for three nights with a friend. Where to start; beautiful village, Provençal type garden, fortunately matched by incredible weather, delightful staff, Grace, Rosie, the chef, Sue and a great manager with the clever ability to remember all our names and who looked...

Came here today for lunch with my husband for his birthday. WOW…. This place never disappoints. A truly first class lunch, that was plentiful and immense flavours. Staff all really happy and helpful. Best fish n chips we’ve ever had 👌.

We had dinner as part of an overnight stay. We took our Labrador with us as the pub is advertised on sites as dog friendly. Wow! Are they. Water bowl in the room, water bowl by our table in the restaurant for dinner, and again...

We have just arrived home from a two night stay at The Lord Poulett Arms. This is a truly superb establishment, that welcomes guests with professionalism and care as well as looking after their locals. It was so nice to see that the staff were...

We have b em here when on holiday several times. We will not be back. My monkfish main course was very small 3 pieces of fish and some spralixed carrot. Not worth the money. Staff were lovely but doesn’t make up for the food

We had a great lunch today - very relaxed, great food and wine. Lovely atmosphere Great service Thank you !

Booked for a few nights, two rooms for a wedding. We struck so lucky. A fantastic place to stay, full of charm and character, rooms were large, and clean with plenty of features. The attention to detail was amazing. Eating in the restaurant was a...

Just returned from our second stay at the Lord Poullet. The service and food is excellent- we planned a surprise andJohn and his team made our stay special. We can’t thank them enough for doing this for us.

I can't recommend the Lord Poulett Arms enough. We went for lunch and I had salad niçoise followed by chilled coconut rice pudding. The tuna for the salad was cooked perfectly, not easy to do. And the rice pudding was the best I've tasted in...

So very disappointed with the food but especially with management. We took friends there for dinner having been there several times before, albeit before it was taken over. The girls front of house were lovely. The char roasted pork tasted great, but it was nearly...

Wow… living just down the road in South Petherton I can’t believe we’ve never been to the LP before! Booked in for a Sunday lunch, and even that was a pleasant experience, I was asked if it was a special occasion, or just for a...