The Camelot in South Somerset

Lovely evening great food good atmosphere excellent service highly recommended

Good food good service and good atmosphere and they got a dartboard

A most friendly atmosphere and welcoming pub, favoured much by the locals as well as visitors. The mixed grill is a real delight, cooked to perfection with the best onion rings I've ever tasted... Great range of beer, ciders and friendly helpful staff. Onevtoo add to the 'Must Return' list...

Edit: The pub has since changed hands since this review. I’ve not had a chance to visit under new ownership. We called in on our way home from Yorkshire. Finding the Camelot serving food all day, on a Monday was a huge surprise. The welcome was very warm and the food was excellent. They accommodated my partners food allergy requirements without a qualm and even have a separate frier for gluten free chips. The chips were the biggest and best pub chips I’ve had, crispy on the outside and fluffy in the middle. Talking of fluffy, Mr Fluffy balls the ginger cat was very attentive and was keen to ensure the food had been prepared to his satisfaction. He enjoyed the wild boar burger and captain Morgan sauce almost as much as I did. I would highly recommend this pub and will definitely return when I’m in the area.

I don’t like writing negative reviews but honestly our experience wasn’t great. The food looked great (and was priced accordingly) but really wasn’t that great once you got beyond the presentation. Fish-and-Chips was particularly disappointing. Tomato Soup was very ordinary. Platter had wow factor on delivery but failed to impress. No wood on the fire despite asking - and this was a cold day. In many ways it’s a lovely old pub but it’s got to the point that I reckon the whole place needs a complete refurb. Old wooded table collapsed whilst we were all eating! Apologies if we just picked the wrong Friday lunchtime to be there!

We just had a lovely Sunday roast here, food was tasty, well cooked and plentiful. Service was fantastic and enjoyable talking with the team. Very dog friendly, our lucky boy had a nice lamb bone too! I also suffer with a bad back and was delighted to have a comfortable seat. Lovely ambiance - 100% all round. Thank you.

Food and beer good, landlord friendly, bigger than you think with original features, history of Cadbury fort and artifacts inside, best visited following a walk around the tops.

Great traditional pub. Warm welcome, cosy fires, good selection of cider, decent food. Lovely ambience.

On our journey back from Cornwall to Essex on 29 Dec, we found this pub on Google for our lunch. Basically a good pub and food was good, but could be made so much better! It was quite cold in there so kept our coats on.🥶 The large fireplace was in need of a good clean up if it was going to be used, which it clearly wasn't. There was a lovely layer of dust on an unused table. Ladies toilet was in need of a good clean, bin was overflowing and clearly hadn't been emptied for a while.🤦‍♀️ Lots of interesting stuff on the walls of the passageway, but couldn't read them as it was too dark. Definitely room for improvement at this lovely pub.

: planned more as a stopover, I really like it as a newcomer to England. Be curious about the history of the village. I'd love to spend a beer evening here... But another time!

Lovely old proper pub, with fireplaces and wood burners. Lots of interesting historical information about the area adorn the walls. The menu was varied and reasonably priced, and the food was delicious. The landlord was very welcoming, as was his beautiful dog! We will definitely return for a visit....not just for the food and welcoming atmosphere...but also to see the dog again 😁

Lovely rustic pub. Great meal with seconds if desired. V reasonably priced and service - ace. Dessert lovely. Just up road on right is trackway to one of the finest hillforts is UK. Very historical - iron age but refortified during 5th century AD so of Dark Age interest and regularly connected to 'Arthurian' sagas. If visiting hillfort wear stout shoes - trackway stony and this time of year muddy. Recommend a visit to pub andd hill. Latter sports exceptional views of countryside for miles around.

Cheerful, comfortable and warm - and a happy smile accompanied by genuinely kind service. Good food too!

Traditional pub now gastrified. Great location and range of drinks. Food good, but could be improved.

Great place and I loved the historical information dotted around. We sat next to the Woodburner and was made to feel very welcome and comfortable. We had fish and chips and beef stew, both meals were excellent.

Fab afternoon with an amazing Sunday lunch.

Paul the manager is a really nice chap. The pub is lovely. Lots of history about the castle. Food is good. Smaller menu but sensible and tastes lovely. Will go visit this pub again.

Gluten free Sunday lunch!!! Wuhooo!! Very nice lunch with friends. I had the beef, chicken and lamb also available. My friends had the beef & lamb roast, comes on a sharing platter. Well seasoned veg, tasty beef, potatoes and gravy. Would definitely return to have this again.

We had a very enjoyable evening at The Camelot, 2 pensioner couples. We had a very warm and friendly welcome and seated quickly. We were not rushed to order which was nice as we hadn't seen our friends for 3 years. The service was excellent as was the food, all the meals were well prepared and presented. It was a limited but very nice menu. The only gripe is that it was not terribly warm in the room. Thank you. Recommended.

Lovely little stop off on the way home from Cornwall. Family and dog friendly; good food too.

Muy buena atención en todos los aspectos

Really nice food, good service. We really enjoyed the amazing Vegetarian Roast. Dogs are welcome.

Exceptional food at fair prices. Lovely, friendly and helpful staff, although seemingly a little understaffed. Obviously working really hard to give outstanding service. Lovely garden and dog friendly inside and out. Would definitely visit again for the tapas board and chips alone.

Great pub food would go there again for Sunday lunch very local.

Best pub I've been to in a long time

Ollie was awesome, great service and lovely bloke.

Ale by the yard, great staff - splendid food. Top stuff

Just go and have Sunday lunch here!! Delicious,rustic, comfy and no frills. I say that in a good way!!! The food was absolutely amazing and it was so chilled. Home from home. If you want microwave food and plastic menus stay home!!! We need more pubs like this one!

Friendly people, beautiful food , brilliant service and really wonderful value. Will definitely go back again. Its well worth the one hour travel time

Fantastic food. One of the most delightful pubs we visited on our week long hike through Wessex area. I ordered a vegetarian platter and it was presented so well! All of us liked our food. The proprietor was delightful!

Stopped for lunch during our countryside hike and enjoyed a fantastic lunch! It was truly one of our best meals during our 7 day visit in the area. Lunch boards were amazing, fish and chips delicious, and 5 bean chili a group favorite. Definitely recommend to anyone traveling through the area!

Fantastic place, lovely warm atmosphere and friendly staff. Food was great - only tried the Sunday menu but will definitely be going back to try the main menu!

We have just had the best fish platter 🙂 it was so beautifully fresh and delicious 😋...staff lovely and dogs welcome 😁... perfect 👍

Lovely food and the service was above and beyond

Poor service, very restricted menu, certain dishes are very small portions. Particularly the deserts, so much so that we had to challenge the bill.

Visited Cadbury Hill Fort then had a lovely meal at the Camelot pub in the garden, lovely food tbh 😋 Plenty of information about the hill Fort as well 👍 👌

Fabulous little find, stumbled by on a very busy Friday night while on my travels. Bustling to the seams with locals after a hot July's day, it's a traditional village pub with a great atmosphere. Lovely welcoming staff and the best fish and chips I've had in a long time, and despite being told I might have to wait due to how busy they were, it arrived in no time. Dog friendly, with lovely local walks and Cadbury castle on its doorstep.

Lovely place... And they have friendly cats to boot!

Lovely little find! Staff were very accommodating when my family from Sussex got held up in traffic. Super food & just a lovely homely place.

This is a fantastic find. Some of the best kept real ale in Somerset. Great food, fascinating historical displays. Cosy and welcoming. Everything that is fantastic about the English pub. Love this place.

Stay the night in our camper. Quite area. We had food in the pub

Came back to this area especially to try out the pub and wasn’t disappointed. Staff were very friendly and accommodating and couldn’t do enough to help you out. Dog friendly which was a bonus. The pub is well supported by its locals too. The Charcuterie platter was amazing!!! Would definitely recommend a visit.

Not what it used to be. Garden needs tidying up and tables need cleared quicker. Staff were nice beer was nice but something just isn't right.

Popped in for a beer and some lunch after a walk in South Cadbury, totally ignored by rude barmaid so walked out. Waited at bar for 5 minutes as barmaid served couple in front of us. Barmaid then walked past us several times but not so much as an acknowledgment, eye contact or be with you in a minute, we continued to stand there before barmaid returned to the bar and preceeded to serve the locals at the far end of the bar, clearly passing customers dont count, couldn't believe our eyes! Didn't get a warm welcome last time but thought we'd give the pub a second chance, shan't bother again, took our trade to a pub that welcomes its customers.

Delightful country pub of the highest order, can't give a rating for food as didn't eat there. Look forward to returning soon

A great little pub just off the 303 before yeovil, the food was well prepared and a variety of options included vegan,, will stop again

Cálido, amable, decoración de lugar ingles con mucho sabor. Rica comida, delicada atención. Me encanto!

Very nice People. An interesting place. We are very gratefull to have come from Barcelona

We did a Sunday walk at the nearby Cadbury Castle - amazing views across the countryside) and then ate at the Camelot pub. The service was friendly and quick and the food was lovely. I had a veggie Wellington roast and it was very nice with mushrooms and stuffing. Good range of vegetables and well cooked and not soggy!

we went here today (wed 12th July 2023) for lunch @ 1.55 pm. We were told kitchen closed so we had a couple of beers before heading back to Haynes motor museum. As we were leaving the chef in the bar was stuffing his face with a bowl of something. We left HUNGRY. Not good enough as it says on website 'open all day'

Garden was uneven needed a little TLC food made up for it. Sneaky cat after any treats.

Stopped to break up a long journey with a small child. And was delighted with how lovely this place was. Great service, great food, Mr Fluffballs the cat, tortoises (that the small child was given salad to feed) and lovely atmosphere. Really recommend a visit.

Had a great lunch today - fish tapas which we shared! Will certainly be having that again and sampling some other choices on the menu

Great food, service and atmosphere, thank you. I loved Prince Fluffyballs too!

Had a lovely lunch today, staff was so friendly and welcoming to us and our dog. The food was great, husband had a very tasty burger and I hadthe best Mac and cheese I ever had... so creamy! Generous portions too!

Great welcome from Lauren when we arrived, shown to a table and given menus,explained if we had any dietary requirements to let her know and that as all food is fresh it may take a bit longer to cook. Food excellent, starters of Squid and Mackrell pate got us off to a good start. Mains of Rump steak (cooked to perfection) and a king Arthur burger which was again a perfect meal.Dessert was a Eton mess ..gorgeous. If we were staying longer we would have come back. One word of advice.......GO here for a meal you won't regret it

The owners are always friendly. A Sunday roast with seconds! A relaxed pub with a lovely atmosphere created by nice owners.

Outstanding small pub, barman lovely kitchen staff obviously good. Gad a lovely meal, recommended to all.

Incredible experience and AMAZING food. We couldn’t have enjoyed our time more from the owners, chef, quiz night, and environment!

Ein gemütliches uriges Lokal mit erstaunlich viel Auswahl

I had a massive Sunday roast. It was basically and delicious.

Nice atmosphere but food was not as expected. Very small portion(10 small chips each) and they were skin on which was green. not very flavoursome I had a chilli dish no taste and I'm pretty sure it was a cut up burger used for the meat. . Nice for a pint

I called in to the Camelot pub with my father after visiting the Haynes motor museum. Lovely pub, excellent service, friendly ,& welcoming pub owners... The landlady cooked us 2 tasty meals Chilli beef Quesidilla served with side salad & chips ( really thick chunky homemade chips,) & I had a desert which was an assortment of mini deserts 😋 generous, nicely presented, with a lot of love & effort not to mention quick. Nice chatting to the locals too ..not forgetting to mention prince furry balls the cat..very cheeky...his equally affectionate girl friend & son (cats) I wish I had a local pub like this in my area...near Blandford/Wimborne in Dorset. I read the reviews & wasn't disappointed...serving all day food is another big bonus ....cider & beer very good too...good recommendations on the drinks.

Please cut your grass in the garden. Otherwise very good food and drinks.

We received a friendly welcome and had an excellent meal too. Would return.

Great pub, great environment/vibe. The owners and staff were so much fun to talk to and the food they served was tasty. The main attraction for me however, is Prince Fluffy Balls attendance on the main floor. I would give more stars just because of Prince Fluffy Balls. @princefluffyballs and @thecamelotpub

Fantastic pub, lovely food and brilliant service.

Amazing pub and great food, I am both vegan and coeliac and all the staff were so accommodating and friendly. Will definitely be back!

Lovely pub - went here early this week for a meal and the fish and chips was to die for. Really friendly owners and a lovely dog and cat! Would definitely visit again.

Unfortunately the only vegan dish contained pieces of meat. Staff were adiment there was no meat in it until they saw it for themselves. Sadly I won't be returning.

Just been for lunch here as was cutting our journey home up. Lovely pleasant staff, could do with a light in through the corridor from the toilets to the bar side as it's very dark and nearly tripped over the step. The food we ordered was the king Arthur burger, with chips , salad and coleslaw. We have to say although we left full, the £15.50 price tag was considerably expensive for what was presented. Homemade chips were nice but a little greasy. The coleslaw was nothing special. The salad very basic, iceberg lettuce with tiny bit of chopped red onion and peppers with a vinaigrette splashed over it. The "king Arthur" burger was ok, Not Befitting the name its been given tho if im honest. The burger was served on something very similar to a small heavy doughy Hovis cob you can buy from the supermarket in pack of 6, not something you would expect to be served at a pub for the price. The patty was again ok, not too thick, but quite small as it fit in the small cob, luckily there was a good portion of chips to make up for it. However, if you are going to call a burger by such a legendary Name you should deliver but it falls far from that and at best would be better named "Sir Robin the Not-Quite-So-Brave-As-Sir-Lancelot" burger. We also felt to make the burger or meal feel less "Royal" it was served with very cheap vinegary Tomato ketchup the kind you get given at layby burger van or chefs larder from bookers, sometimes the ketchup can add to the overall burger this did thhe opposite sadly. I have had much worse burgers, but that said you can definitely get better burgers cheaper from chain pubs which is a shame. I'd say if this was £10 tops then it would be a nice meal/ burger but at £15.50... it is has been over priced and under delivered for something of a legendary Name that it represents!

One of the friendliest pubs I've been to. A good selection of beers and a very enjoyable roast on Sunday

Can't believe you have asked customers to turn off their phones for the emergency siren test - a system designed to potentially save lives - because it will disturb the peace.

Best veggie chilli ever. Loved the staff, quaint quiet environment

Sensational food. Lovely, attentive staff. The owner is so sweet. Nothing is too much trouble. Had a large dining party in a lovely private room.

The most fantastic bean chilli I’ve ever had ! Nothing is too much trouble very attentive and welcoming . Thankyou

The perfect pub grub! The chips are out of this world. Friendly and cosy environment. Brilliant service. Will definitely return!

Absolutely fabulous dinner, didn't expect much but the home made chips were incredible, everyone was happy with their meals and the staff were so friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend!

Apparently the owner doesn't like alarms !! Arrogance personified !!

This pub was in the perfect location for us to have a break on the drive down the A303, and is next to Cadbury Hill where there are amazing views at the top and a good place to let the dog run around. The food was really tasty and lots of good options on the menu, with very friendly service. We’ll be back next time we drive through!

Wonderful traditional Somerset pub, best home cooked food and friendliest service, bonus (for me), one beautiful cat! Food served all day, and never a long wait even at busiest times. Review based on many visits, never disappointed.

A nice traditional pub with delicious burgers and chips.

Great pub. Very welcoming. My first visit. I look forward to lots more.

Nice little pub near the base of Cadbury Hillfort. A good display on the history of the Hillfort showing how much it was sold to the all through the dig as excavating Camelot. Good beers on tap and nice atmosphere. We popped in for tea, cakes and icecream as on the boards outside. Sadly no cakes or any sign of ice-cream but I did have a nice refreshing pot of tea.

This pub is such a find! Amazing traditional freehouse with fantastic food offering from traditional pub fayre to quesidillas and mussels - I recommend the mussels! A genuine team of welcoming staff and great garden. Perfect for the family and dog friendly.

We had spent this most recent saturday evening in here, brilliant atmosphere - happy happy people and then ventured back this Bank holiday monday for the loveliest hearty food - absolutely faultless, great locals and great hosts!

Great hosts great atmosphere. Always busy and a great buzz. Events throughout the year. Lovely food. Can’t fault it!

What a wonderful local pub happy staff create truly wonderful food at very affordable prices. It is definitely worth a visit for food or just a drink. Thanks for making us feel so welcome

Drive pass the pub and park in the Cadbury castle carpark and explore the beautiful hill fort and surrounding area,just don,t go in to this pub for meal and drinks,the place looks and feels tired,food is expensive and bland and don,t pay the 10% service when a table service dose,nt really exsit .Catash in North Cadbury a whole lot better.

A COMPLETE gem of a pub. Warm, friendly welcome from marvelous staff and the owners who so obviously really care about what they do. This is a place that makes you feel comfy and welcomed. There's a great community, local feel that even as holiday makers we felt welcomed in to. We ate there a couple of times during our holiday and the food never failed to impress, the menu has a mix of traditional pub grub and dishes not so often seen on english menus... it gives something for every occasion & we have to say... best chips ever!!! If you're reading this review wondering if you should visit The Camelot, do yourself a favour and go.... you'll be so glad you did!!

Last minute visit for lunch today, had been to Haynes Market and all wanted lunch. Great selection of food , lovely cheerful staff and most of all great food! Six meals and all lovely, nice pint as well! .

Cold plates.cold chips cold pub.

The food! A decent burger and not a brioche bun in sight, proper chips locally grown! (Right across the road). Friendly, accommodating and superb. Cheers guys!

Absolute best pub ever. Such friendly staff, which makes such a difference to many pubs in the area! They treated us so well. 10/10,great pub

Not a nice pub, went with my wife to try and was greeted by people smoking out the front door and struggled to get inside once inside greeted by a load of drunk old men hogging the bar not a place to dine perhaps you should look from the outside in never again. Didn’t try food but glad as we heard recent it’s disgusting a place to avoid

Excellent country pub with real ale and proper chips. Highly recommended for friendly welcome and quality food. Nothing too much trouble for these people. Absolutely 5 stars.

Great food, lovely staff and a very memorable experience. Brilliant.

Warm and friendly hospitality and an excellent Sunday lunch . Very glad we chose to stop here ( conveniently located just off A303 ).

Above and beyond.. Great family run pub restaurant. Very relaxing environment. One end you have the open plan area with a social atmosphere and at the other end you have dining with a peaceful surrounding and great for couples and families alike. Landlords are very welcoming and some good games to play.

Excellent Pub. Super friendly staff. Food was great. 5 stars all day long!