The Devonshire Arms in South Somerset - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

We stayed as a family of 3 in room 6, with the four poster bed and the roll top bath which we enjoyed using after 2 busy days of sightseeing locally. I really can't remember when I last slept so well. The food from the restaurant was delicious, we ate there both nights and enjoyed both the menu, puddings and the specials. Both mornings the chefs were kind enough to make our son pancakes as he doesn't eat full English breakfasts - this was so kind of them and he really enjoyed them rating them top joint with his granny's! Also we loved the homemade croissants. The staff were so lovely even when dealing with one of the most obnoxious and aggressive customers I have ever witnessed in my life after breakfast yesterday. Well done. Thank you so much for a memorable and very comfortable stay. I will have to find a way to get a bath like that in my house!

Had a one night stay here wow we wish we’d stayed a couple of days. Fabulous location and great food. Staff where very friendly especially James who was very welcoming, Historical site a must stop five star 🌟

First class food first class service. What more do you want. It's lovely to experience cuisine like this. It's rare to find fine dining that's is proud to use local produce (meat, fish and veg) the menu is quite small but that just means the chefs can focus on producing beautiful dishes. I thought the prices were affordable mains were around 20-23 pounds. The food was delicious, cooked to perfection, served on a hot plate, everything was so tasty we cleared our plates. You could taste the quality of the ingredients. I can't rate this establishment high enough. I've eaten in many eateries across UK and EU and it's up there. I try to give an honest review and this is my experience. The wine was really good quality to and I thought reasonably priced 7.60 chardonnay 175ml. The restaurant was packed at 7pm as dining stops at 8.30pm on the Saturday we were there. The portions for us any way are the right size as it allows you to have a starter, a main meal plus a pudding without feeling so full you never want to eat again. My husband and I loved our meals this evening. We chose Venison and fillet of Sea bass all from local suppliers. The food melted in the mouth. We enjoyed ourselves so much we are coming back in Dec. We live about an hour away but it's well worth the trip up or even a stop over. We didn't stay in the hotel guest rooms but thought I'd mention this in case you were looking for accommodation. Highly recommend. P.S sorry the only pic I have is empty plates.

Best place for miles around, best food for miles, best staff by miles. if you haven't been you've missed out. Chips are fantastic. Don't know what the stupid warm chip guy is on about (every village has an idiot though) been eating and drinking there for10+ years and still going. Thank you and well done Phil and Sheila xx

Wow what a gem of a pub nestled in a quiet village location, plenty of parking around the green. The menu is incredible and the quality of the food is outstanding. The staff are attentive and polite and the owners are friendly and welcoming. The garden at the rear is a delight and perfect for sunny day drinks and dining, the front of the Devonshire arms has a beautiful seating area overlooking the village green and church. We shall definitely return this is our new favourite pub in Somerset.

Crap place to eat, last time I ate there I was given warmed up stale chips. The then manager admitted it. No parking. Parking in the street only.

We booked the Devonshire Arms by chance and were really pleased we did. We only stayed for one night but were delighted with our accommodation. The restaurant was excellent with an interesting menu and although it was busy the staff looked after us very well. No waits and really good food.

Absolute gem of a place. amazing food, lovely staff. We were a group of 16 and accommodated us all with amazing services and food.

I arrived mid-afternoon for an overnight stay and was immediately greeted by friendly and efficient staff. This set the tone for a nice evening with friends and an excellent dinner. The owners/managers should be congratulated on finding really excellent staff - which can't be easy in such a rural location. I was very impressed.

Just had a fantastic stay at the Devonshire Arms in Long Sutton. The food and staff were amazing, especially James who looked after us wonderfully during our two phenomenal evening meals. Thank you to all and we’ll see you again for sure.

Three of us for beers and dinner the night before the 2024 SW Peninsula Rally. Two of us drank the Rare Breed and the third Gem ale, all very enjoyable. I had the Curry Cauliflower soup, one of the others the Baba Ganoush, for mains two had the fish and chips from the daily specials board and one The ‘Devonshire’ burger. The fish had the best batter I can remember, ever, nice chunky chips, absolutely first class. All meals served promptly, very attentive servers. HIGHLY RECCOMENDED.

We stayed at the Devonshire Arms again last week for a couple of nights after a break of a short time. As ever the staff were wonderful. Over the last few years we have stayed there often, every couple of weeks in fact. The one major change to this lovely hotel was the menu. The new chef has changed it for the better whilst keeping the ‘old favourites’. It’s fantastic. Exciting new offerings and first class cooking. We dined with guests and family who were also blown away by the food. We can’t wait to go back…….and it’s reasonably priced.

New Head Chef Phil is driving a huge step change in the Dev’s menu. Old favourites are retained but new additions and specials are appearing all the time, as Phil studies customers’ preferences. Was really impressed with the choice, quality and superb service today.

Mid Cornwall stop off to drop off Mum for a Xmas trip. What a find! Great staff, great dinners and breakfasts. We stayed in 3 different rooms due to changes to our plans as the trip evolved. All were perfect…No.9 on ground floor for Mum, No. 1 has an amazing bathroom and No.2 is stunning with a lovely couch for relaxing and looking out to the front green. The staff have obviously been trained to high standards by the owner Phil. All of the girls were lovely and very polite and the chef is just what we need in our local, amazing food! Thanks everyone, we will definitely stay here again. Rob and Lynne x

Has something changed? It was a busy night but the staff (of which there were many) seemed distracted/disinterested in serving - a lot of huddles going on. The were not rude, but certainly not happy. The menu is quite limited - very meat orientated - only one vegetarian option and that was vegan Altogether rather disappointing

A great friendly crew, very welcoming and helpful. The meal was most enjoyable for all 3 of us, so very happy.

We visited as a group of 4 to celebrate a birthday, personally I had no starter because the menu had nothing that appealed to me but the other members of our party had the smoked salmon and they all enjoyed it for a main I had the most expensive item on the menu which was the rib eye and I have to say I expect the burger would of been better value the steak was over cooked and flavourless a really poor lump of meat wirh over cooked chips but with that said all the others in our party enjoyed the hake which was very small but tasty so perhaps I just chose poorly but this won't stop is from visiting again as the venue its self is very comfortable and welcoming just not great for good food this is my 7th visit over years and I think 3 owners so have seen alot of changes and have to say its fairly easy to get a table now opposed to past years. The staff are very friendly and attentive and what a great situation so keep working on the food quality guys and your on to a winner.

Celebrated my husband’s birthday with my family in the private room. Wonderful food and service. A big thank you to the wonderful young women for their attentive and warm service. They definitely added to a lovely afternoon. Caroline Gauld

We visited The Devonshire Arms 17 years ago and it became a regular lunch, dinner and/or accommodation for our remaining 5 year visit to the area. We found ourselves visiting local friends and called in for lunch and returned for dinner. Delighted to report it remains 5 star in every way, excellent food, service, atmosphere and all beautifully designed.

Clients booked this hotel for all of us (5) to stay after meetings in offices, I just have to say this is one of the best pub/ hotels in a small village I have stayed at. The rooms were bright and spacious the staff very friendly and the food was top notch, everyone had clean plates and a good selection of wines all at reasonable prices Well done management and staff for making this short stay a very enjoyable one, cheers

My partner and I visited for our Easter Sunday roast, both ordering the roast beef at £20 a person. When it arrived, we were both surprised with how the beef appeared to have been slopped onto the plate. It wasn’t sliced or nicely presented, it was in a heap. We carried on regardless but mine was awful. It was fatty, chewy and rare. Some people might like this but I certainly don’t. I was watching other plates come out with nice slices of beef but mine was obviously the scraps. When the waitress collected our plates, I said the beef wasn’t any good and the fact that it was so rare. Her reply was ‘we cook it rare’ - well it would be helpful to know that upfront. She continued to say that I should have said at the time of receiving the meal and they could have cooked it longer but a) I didn’t realise quite how rare it was until I started eating and b) if it had gone back then my partner would be eating alone. There was no apology about the quality of the meat, and I was left feeling ripped off. £20 for a roast and you expect something of good quality. No reduction in price was offered, which to me shows a complete lack of customer respect. On a positive, the prawn and salmon starter was nice! I won’t be eating here again, and won’t be recommending the place, especially as there are many other places in the area.

Went for lunch at the Devonshire Arms today. Had an outstanding meal , top class dining. My blue cheese mousse was to die for and the Cajun beef delicious. Excellent service, friendly and efficient. Lovely location, atmospheric and welcoming, in a picture postcard village. Prices reasonable , too. Very highly recommended.

Whenever I drive some 560 miles from the Highlands of Scotland to visit family, relatives and friends, I make a point of visiting typical English country pubs. Strange as it may seem, there's no exact equivalent in Scotland. Based in Curry Rivel, a few weeks ago I was invited to Sunday Lunch at the Devonshire Arms, Long Sutton, Langport. This most attractive establishment has a bar, restaurant and bespoke 9-bedroom accommodation. It was my first time there. I was mightily impressed for a number of reasons. Owned by Philip Capon, the building is a Grade II former hunting lodge, set adjacent to the picturesque village green of Long Sutton in the heart of the Somerset Levels close to the A303 near Somerton. It's just under two hours from London by car or train. One might be forgiven for querying why the pub's not called the Somerset Arms. Well, I've learned the Devonshire Arms, constructed in the 17th century, came under the ownership of the 4th Duke of Devonshire in 1753 as part of the Bolton Abbey Estate. However it was the 5th Duke, who sealed its place in history. The Duke realising the importance of visitors to the area, established miles of footpaths in the locality. The façade and exterior stone walls retain much of their original features and character. Once inside though, one's met with a surprisingly chic, contemporary style. Quality exudes from every nook and cranny. As with any organisation, it's the people who work there that make things happen. The service was seamless, second to none. No service with a snarl here. On the contrary, unobtrusive efficiency, high degrees of professionalism, unflustered at the busiest of times were the hallmarks. We were served by Julia, Scalette, Maya, Rae, Ashley and Frankie. Without exception, they anticipated our needs, almost before we realised them ourselves. Nothing was too much trouble. We were not rushed. Properly trained, they clearly enjoyed their work. I had no idea whether they were students or part-/full-timers, the standards were the same. The seating arrangements were both comfortable and spacious. A most pleasant ambience. No noisy musak preventing conversation. There's a large walled garden and sheltered courtyard for wining and dining outdoors. Incidentally, in Italy 'al fresco' means 'in prison' (cool places). "Vorrei mangiare fuori", will avoid the waiter's laughter. The quality of cuisine was first class. Ample portions even for the heartiest of appetites. The menu was wide ranging, catering for myriad tastes and nutritional requirements...locally sourced ingredients. The bar was well stocked with an excellent choice of wines, spirits, beers, ales, soft drinks and non-alcoholic beverages. Catering is an art. All the more so in a hospitality industry with some 400,000 vacancies. Staff retention is key. The Devonshire Arms scores highly in this regard. The perfect destination for a day out from London. Dog friendly. Good value. Highly recommended.

Fabulous Lunch at the Devonshire Arms in Long Sutton near Langport Somerset. The Menu was excellent with Plenty of Options . The Steaks and Big Crispy Chips delicious and the Chocolate Fondant for Dessert an Absolute Treat . The Staff were very friendly and super efficient , the ambience is also lovely and everyone very welcoming. Whether its Dinner , Drinks or Sunday Lunch the Devonshire is a great place to Eat & Drink and i thoroughly recommend the experience .

We have been there twice now as the food is nice but both times the service has been pretty bad. 1st time they took our order but forgot about us and took about 40 mins to get our roast but they did actually knock money off the bill as an apology. Went back again today and again really slow service, took 1 and half hours to have just 1 course for 4 of us. Had to ask the waitress to take our pudding order who treated it as the most odd request ever!! Also had to ask for more drinks. Just not attentive enough staff. It’s a shame as the pub and food is nice but based on both experiences wouldn’t go back again.

Sunday lunch at its best lovely meal and good atmosphere, made to feel welcome and not rushed, but best of all was the food food highly recommended

We took our 8&10 yr old granddaughters for Sunday lunch. The menu is excellent and they serve a children’s portion of all the roasts. The ambiance is excellent for all and the service quick and welcoming. We had the beef and pork which were both excellent and a good portion. The massive homemade Yorkshire puddings are particularly tasty as was the good selection of vegetables.About £20 a head (with only 2 drinks) so a reasonable price for first class food.Recommend

Great pub, great food, desserts amazing, nice friendly staff, a real hit with work colleagues would visit again.

My husband and I visited for Sunday lunch and were shown to our table promptly. We had to ask for drinks as no one came to our table nor were we offered a drink at the bar. Our food arrived, I had the lamb which was absolutely delicious, my husband ordered beef, which sadly was not so good. It was on the chewy side and looked like the end bits, with quite a lot of fat - for £17 we expected better. I did advise my husband to say something but he didn't and finished the plate. We ordered desserts which arrived in good time and were huge (which is absolutely fine by me!), I had a dessert wine to go with it which was fantastic. We would definitely return but felt a little shortchanged on this occasion.

A fairly large group of us so we nearly exhausted the whole menu. No complaints whatsoever. Good food and service along with a great location and surroundings. Will definitely visit again.

Menu is lovely and food is cooked very well. Was very busy but staff were attentive. The best pub in the area for sure.

My wife and I had a very good meal here on a busy Saturday evening recently and came away extremely satisfied. The choice and quality of food was very good, the service was especially friendly and professional as well. Considering how busy they were that evening they did an excellent job and you can understand why they are so popular. We would go back again with no hesitation.

Una pintoresca pero espacioso restaurante en el corazón de Somerset. El menú era amplio, con una buena variedad para todos los paladares. El servicio era muy bueno y bien informado. La parte principal, la comida era muy buena - cocinar su orden y se sirve caliente. Una buena selección de vinos así como cervezas locales, etc. Cuando en el área de nuevo, volvería por unos segundos!

Llamamos a última hora y por suerte conseguimos mesa para 2. Cuando llegamos no nos sorprendió ver restaurante y bar completo, había un ambiente cálido y amable. Tuvimos un curso cada cual era el lomo de cerdo y ribete muy buenos, ambos seguidos por cafés, casa por 10. 00 ideal.

Restaurantes pub en esta zona llenar en las noches de sábado (era la sexta llamamos) y sólo nos dieron una mesa en la zona del bar girando. Algunos miembros del personal eran un poco desinteresado (Estudiantes uni de vacaciones?). Cerveza bien cuidada y sabrosa comida que venía rápidamente a precios bien.

Los brazos de Devonshire es realmente cómodo y agradable Carvery Roast" que sirven una comida excelente a precios muy razonables. El menú es variado y puede confiar en platos de origen local y perfectamente preparado y servido interesante. El personal es atento, eficiente y extremadamente eficiente.Un gran lugar para una ocasión especial o simplemente para una comida con amigos/familia. Hemos estado muchas veces.Vale la pena desviarse para visitar si estás en Somerset.

Amazing, amazing, amazing, 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Would recommend for any occasion, amazing staff, beautiful surroundings.

Such a lovely place and the food was very good. But the host is dragging his chin on the floor with such a long unhappy face! C'mon landlord pick it up and lead with some atmosphere!

Wonderful food at reasonable prices. Candle lit tables adding to the ambience. Staff superb and attentive to detail

Nos quedamos una mesa de 10 y 2 labradores del lugar después. El tiempo era magnífico así que nos sentamos en el jardín para bebidas primero, es una zona preciosa. Luego fuimos a través de la barra para el almuerzo. La comida era excelente la...

Buen lugar para comer, el personal era amable y eficiente, la comida era buena y sabrosa. Volvería otra vez.

fiable en términos de servicio, calidad de la comida y por ser un faro de los estándares que deben ser entregados en el comercio de la hospitalidad. Bien hecho a Phil, Nick, et-al para continuar a entregar esos estándares. El menú del almuerzo es altamente...

Did not think we would get in as it was so busy, but we did.Lovely lunch and properly cooked veg, really tasty and we did not have to wait too long. Really clean lookingThe desert was nice too.

We have visited here several times. Great service and decor, good food, although a little expensive. Great for a get together with friends and family or for a treat. Lovely garden to the rear of the property. We will be back for sure!

We were really disappointed to have to leave this absolute gem of a pub/restaurant. We visited for a family celebration and were warmly welcomed by manager Nick. The rooms are lovely. The food is superb. We travelled a very long way to stay here, just on the recommendation of Trip Advisor reviewers. Thank you reviewers. Loved it. We'll be back.

Says it all really, had a fantastic lunch in a very sunny Long Sutton. Food was excellent, they coped with food allergies without fuss, service was first class, friendly, knowledgable and very efficient. well worth a visit.

Simply the BEST Sunday lunch EVER! Keep your Chef! It was absolutely delicious. The best we both have ever had. WE always love the Devonshire Arms but this Sunday lunch was out of this world. Best pork crackling ever (my dear husband shared his as I had beef) - Beef delicious - very rare, but luckily I love it rare and the vegetables, particularly roast potatoes beyond description as gorgeously crunchy/roasted! Highly recommend to anyone looking for the best! Not to mention the wonderful interior design - fabulous interior design which adds to the experience. Attentive waiters/waitresses - we had a wonderful girl on her second day (Amy?) who was a treasure and so lovely. You must have a good selection process as we have never been let down yet by any of your staff! Well done Devonshire and anyone reading this, I'm really fussy and this is what I call "your perfect venue, the very best of food and wine and customer service - tops". Thank you

Hotel and pub. Friendly staff, cozy bar, food well above average, locally sourced ingredients, wonderful bitter and reasonable prices.

Exactly as it looks like in the photos, my bedroom was large and roomy, very helpful polite staff , a good buzz about the place in the dining room with good food.

Still a great buzz to the place and the food remains as good as always. The staff are great and the ambience is good.The prices have crept up a bit but still represent great value for money.

This is a fantastic place, it's always a step,ahead the owner has his finger on the button, great menu, always delivers fantastic food, love the duck pâté, trendy without being sparkly !! Very laid back, good wine list ... My favourite place in somerset to eat

We went there for my wife's birthday,not having been there for some time we didn't know what to expect. We were not disappointed.Large comfortable tables in a modern but classy setting made eating a pleasure not to be rushed.the fare here is upmarket pub food of the highest quality.my ribeye steak was tender cooked rare as asked whilst my wife's hake was pronounced excellent..not the cheapest inn to visit .but quality is never cheap.we will return.

A newly refurbished pub restaurant with great food. There were so many lovely dishes on there menu and everybody enjoyed what they chose - venison, salmon, Thai chicken, sausage and mash, steak, asparagus and poached eggs, crab tart. Everything was perfectly cooked and looked lovely. On top of that they have square tables so 8 of us could eat together and talk. So much better than long tables.

Have been eating here for years and always loved the décor but the new facelift is great and I think has actually added to the atmosphere. Food as ever was superb especially the venison. Well done guys

Called in for an early evening meal. The sun was shining and so we took our drinks into the garden. We both order the beef burger and chips and wow, we were both amazed with how delicious the burger and homemade chips were. Very impressed with the choice of mayonnaise and salsa dips on the plate. Faultless service. Felt very welcome.

This pub is very well kept, with modernisation and comfort that doesn't take away from its charm. The food was very nice- the menu is quite 'gastropub' and the service was good too. It's not the cheapest food in the area, but worth it for the surroundings and service.

The quality and cooking of the food was very good and just justified the cost.On the evening we ate, the bar - which is close to the eating area - was very crowded and noisy. So may not be the place to eat at weekends if you want a quiet meal.

We were a little unsure about booking a night here after reading some of the mixed reviews, but as our first choice was fully booked we decided to go for it. We had asked for one of the rooms in the courtyard, (being one of the cheapest options) but we were offered a room in the main hotel, for the same price. The room was beautiful, at the front of the building so over looked the small green. There was plenty of space, lovely bathroom, king size bed and very very clean. The only fault with the room was the wardrobe door which didn't close properly but for one night I could live with that, and for more than a nights stay was a little on the small side.(There were no drawers in the room either). There is no doubt that The Devonshire Arms has been beautifully refurbished, but there was something lacking in atmosphere. Whether more back ground music would have made a difference I don't know. The bar area wasn't quite right too, it seemed to want to be part of the restaurant but wasn't quite! The food was excellent and service was good, and although it seemed very quiet when we first when down for a drink it soon filled up. Service was very good too. I think with a few more tweaks I would have scored a 5. So would we go back? For a nights stay yes, and locally to visit as a restaurant it's worth a trip.

Don't get me wrong here; this is a great place to go out and eat. The food is good and the service excellent; however, the menu has been the same for such a long time such that, if you want to go somewhere local to this area, you are limited if your taste is..somewhat 'particular'.....yes, you know what I mean! If there are criticisms, they would only be one, more of a varied menu. Every quarter would be sufficient and again, don't always offer the 'veggy' of the family, 'Goats Cheese thingymebob', they really would like a little more choice. That being said, great place to eat and entertain.

It wants to make up its mind what it wants to be. in with the in crowd or a pleasant place to relax in.

After a great 1st meal back in September we returned in December. The experience could not have been worse or more different. we were kept waiting for over an hour, the food was awful and not cheap. My steak was lukewarm and tough. Service dreadful, young un interested staff with a lackadaisical attitude to their job. Normally I would have complained but I was so tired and did not think it worth the hassle or effort with those staff. It could have been the pre Xmas rush to blame but the food is just the same price!

We stayed here and ate in the restaurant one evening. The staff were very helpful and friendly, allowing us to have a pre-dinner drink on the sofas on front of a roaring table and took our orders, only moving us to our table when the food was served. The meal was lovely- generous portions with locally sourced good quality ingredients. It was very crowded on the Friday night which is good to see in these times. Would come back and definitely recommend

Very expensive, very fussy food, no good beer, it's a place for the London rich people, not the locals. Avoid unless you have a million or two in your wallet.

We were recommended this pub from the owner of the Barn we hired for the weekend in Long Sutton (Little Upton Threshing Barns - highly recommend!). We pre-booked a table for 13 of us on Friday evening for a birthday celebration and it was really such a good find. All 13 of us were so pleased with our meals (starters and mains). Along with many bottles of wine the bill only came to £30 a head. Would really recommend to anyone passing near Long Sutton or through Somerset. We will return when in the area next and I also noticed they have lovely rooms to rent.

Beautiful building and gardens, excellent beer and wine list. Food has been beyond expectations every time we've been this year. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff and there's a table for every weather - gorgeous lavender and bay tree lined garden for a sunny day and a hearty roaring fire for a gloomy day.Top marks and glad we live nearby - definitely worth a stop over if you're on the A303 or you live in a 15 mile radius of Yeovil

The 2012 Michelin guide led us to the Devonshire Arms with the hope of some old fashioned English pub food and a decent beer. On both counts, the pub delivered and we had a Ploughmans each with great local ham and very tasty cheese. The chips were brown and crispy, but super fluffy on the inside. All simple stuff, but I can't remember the last time a Ploughmans delivered so well. Very happy.

Had dinner with friends last year. Good food, reasonably priced apart from the steaks which were very expensive and as our friend was paying didn't like to order one

Considering I used to live so close to this pub I had never visited until around christmas time when I returned to the area to take my parents out. Mums friend had recommended it and we are very glad we went! The rustic exterior is perfectly blended and fitting for its surroundings, the interior is classy and suave.The meal here was to absolute perfection, waiting staff were focused and polite. Many compliments to chef as the restaurant was heaving yet, as I waited everyone seemed to receive their meals in good time and the atmosphere was unmatched. Hoping to come again in mid July for my fiance's birthday and this time see omen of the rooms.

We've eaten here on 7 occasions since Christmas and every time I'm amazed at how consistently good the food is and how much of an enjoyable relaxing time we always have. We've only ever had lunch here and are always accompanied by children, who are accommodated without the slightest bit of fuss - there's plenty of space in the restaurant so you don't feel crammed in and they have high chairs for little ones. The dining room is airy and elegant, the menu is varied (and changes frequently) and the ingredients are all carefully locally sourced and cooked superbly well. The waiting staff are charming and although I would agree with a previous reviewer that coffees/puddings can sometimes be slow to arrive, we're generally quite happy to linger and enjoy conversation in lovely surroundings. I really can't fault it at all, and I'm generally quite hard to please!

We have been to the Devonshire quite a few times over the years. The food is always consistently good and the staff and owners are delightful! Service can be a little slow - food comes in good time, but if you want extras at your table e.g. drinks, coffee - these can take a little time when they are busy. Probably could do with more staff, but more staff means more expense so you just have to be chilled out and enjoy the calm energy and wonderful food!

The Devonshire Arms may give you the impression of an average country pub but once inside, its classy, yet laid back interior would not be out of place in the heart of Chelsea. Excellent locally and responsibly sourced foods, I had the pollack which is just as tasty as cod. Expect to pay around £60 for soft drinks, mains, desserts and coffees for two (including service which they don’t automatically charge). The apple tart is a little pricey at £8.50 but it is made to order (you are warned it will take 20 minutes) and it is quite delicious!

The setting is quite beautiful with trees illuminated for Christmas on the village green outside the front door and the building is impressive.The food was absolutely superb.The only reason that I have not given the place full marks is that the service was a little slow but the place was busy so I suppose that is understandable.Overall, a wonderful evening!

The Devonshire Arms is on the square of an attractive village in Somerset. For us it was a convenient stop off point en route to Cornwall. It is good value, the rooms are large, clean and comfortable and the food both at dinner and breakfast was very good.