The George in West Somerset - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Goodbye! Oh dear! How can I tell you about our favourite local pub? This morning 28 July 2024 a friend knowing our love of the George Inn said the local newspaper had announced the pub was closing today. Our last visit was on the 21st June for a wonderful lunch. In all the occasions we have visited we have never had a bad experience and always been complimentary over the cuisine as their chef Dave knew his skills in his menus would please patrons. With plans in for a change of use it is not likely this wonderful hostelry will ever revert to being a pub. The local community is much concerned re this closure so we are not the only people who will miss venturing onto the Brendon Hills to celebrate family occasions. Tears are welling!! Au Revoir dear George…….. Russell D 965

Wonderful Sunday lunch with friends, service excellent and great three courses, we had loin of pork and the topside of beef on the mains and Prawn and mango cocktail for three & cauliflower and cheese soup for one, all superb with cheesecake to finish. Staff excellent and courteous, absolutely superb and will be back😀😀

We had a super friendly welcome, and were treated to a mini appetiser of Italian cheese on toast brought out by the chef; a nice little touch. As a party of 4 we all had different meals, mains & desserts, and were very pleased with all the dishes, which were all clearly home-made. I wouldn’t hesitate to return when in the area again, and would recommend to others.

Don’t be put off by the front of the George Inn, it looks in need of some cleaning up which will make all the difference. Inside the bar area is great and the food is excellent, the service is also very good (Sue behind the bar and David in the kitchen 👍) Rooms are basic but clean and comfortable. Linked this two night stay with two days on the local Wimbleball Lake with great fishing. Will definitely stay here again.

Very enjoyable weekend, Room comfortable, Sunday Lunch very tasty, All of the staff were so friendly & helpful, they went out of their way to help make our weekend so relaxed & great fun. Trudy & Ellie were great

Had a lovely Sunday Roast.Very friendly service and atmosphere.Food was excellent and well priced.Will return soon and will tell friends to visit.

Really friendly pub second time visiting the area for a holiday ,so went back again this time as its cozy and friendly staff .haven't eaten yat as we had our dog with us ,but will try when we're on our own as menu looks good .

We had a family get-together for an evening meal. 19 of us, from 2yrs old to over 70! Lots of different meals, but all turned out perfectly. Good food, excellent staff, we were well catered for. Thank you all so much.

We stayed for two nights in the family room which included full English breakfast. With my wife, mother in law and our dog, the pub was dog friendly in the pub and in the room we stayed in. It had two single beds and a double bed very comfortable and very spacious Also a large t.v. Good size bathroom with a good sized shower. We also had two evening meal the food and the staff were excellent. Specially chef Dave and the bar/waitresses staff.

Lovely warm inviting pub. My husband & I stopped off for lunch onto to walk around Wimbleball Lake. Was a treat for my birthday. We both ordered a main meal & they were both delicious! My husband said the chicken curry was really flavoursome with a bit of heat; my vegetarian pasta dish was really tasty. Highly recommend & the couple running the pub were very welcoming & friendly.

We had dinner here on Saturday evening with family in a party of 6 + 2 dogs. It’s such a gorgeous location. The food was excellent (especially the pork in a wine and sage sauce, and the seafood linguine). Lovely Exmoor beers too. Service was very friendly but It’s a shame we had to ask several times for a few items (spoon, glass of water etc).. My husband and I also stayed a few nights in the pub accommodation. Nice room and enough room for our dogs’ cage. It was a little embarrassing that the chef hadn’t been told how long we were staying and we hadn’t been told that breakfast isn’t normally served on a Monday or Tuesday as the pub kitchen is closed. However the chef was very accommodating and was kind enough to serve us delicious breakfasts even on his day off! Altogether a pleasant stay and a particular thank you to David for making us feel so welcome.

We had a very comfortable stay and a warm welcome. Bedrooms are very well furnished with high quality bedding. We had a breakfast and dinner which were both very good. The Chef can produce some really good International dishes.

It was another big birthday treat for me. My wife had fortunately booked our table, but, with the weather just ‘so’ we chose the terrace, beneath the umbrella which was undulating gently in a slight breeze. We felt that with the stunning rural view, an ambience of utter peace, we had been whisked over to France. The countryside was completely quiet! We shared a king prawn starter but there were only three of them, four would have made it just right for the occasion. My wife had the beef curry with sensational flavour, whilst once again I had the duck and port jus. This was delicious and cooked to perfection, a most generous serving. We finished with the caramelised apple pannacotta. An interesting dessert with subtle flavour. We would liked to have finished with a really good espresso (with apologies to any offended Italian). Having raised this issue before I tentatively asked ‘Tash’ who was serving both tables and bar with such poise, as to whether this was now a possibility. Regrettably NO! I shall now let my request ‘go’ on future visits. Interestingly, a friend took us to the hostelry in Simonsbath, Exmoor, where the espressos were excellent! We could have tarried at the George until the sun set but other duties called, so we left, well sated.

What a lovely country pub. We sat outside on a lovely spring Saturday and were well looked after by the friendly owners who provided an excellent lunch and really made a fuss of our dog, who loved the treats too! Thanks a lot. Definitely recommend.

A lovely pub with excellent atmosphere, very good food and well served. A great evening out and would thoroughly recommend.

Wanting to celebrate our Sapphire Anniversary we decided once again on The George Inn at Brompton Regis in The Exmoor National Park in Somerset. We had a very warm welcome, always a good start, and an excellent meal. We both had local smoked trout starter, which my wife followed with the fish curry that she said was superb. I had the very generous duck breast on a bed of red cabbage accompanied by blackberries in port, cooked to perfection. My wife enjoyed her chocolate brownie and ice cream and I finished on the mango cheese cake presented in a Martini glass, very delicate! The only disappointing thing missing was the lack of coffee. We had heard that there would be a coffee machine this spring, but it has not arrived yet!

a very warm welcome on our first visit for a Sunday roast, the staff were lovely and the food was excellent, highly recommended.

Lovely evening last nigh, Valentines night. A very warm welcome from Trudi and Mark, the food, as always, was delicious. Excellent value and all made for a very pleasant evening out. Thank you Team George.

Thankyou to Trudi and staff for a very warm welcome at your very cosy pub after our afternoon of running. The room you put us in was perfect for all of us, and the food was excellent. Many thanks from the running club

We needed to lighten our mood so returned to a local pub where we’ve had good experience previously. We were not disappointed. Just the same warm welcome from everyone including the locals. The starter of smoked trout on bruschetta with crème fraiche and spring onion was simply fantastic. Followed by pork belly roasted to perfection and presented superbly in a well proportioned helping left one with space for a dessert. This was the chef’s speciality today, a scrumptious apple Tart Tatin with a crunchy glaze and topped with vanilla ice cream. My comment and description is not over the top. The chef, David, knows how to offer interesting and well presented menus. His portion size is ‘tres continental’ allowing to eat well and not feel bloated. However, the only problem in that you are unable to finish your meal with a great coffee. I am completely bemused that this pub doesn’t have a coffee machine yet offers food of this quality.

Four of had been walking around Haddon Hill with dogs and were looking for a place for lunch. The George was nearby and it was perfect. Friendly staff, and good service. All the food that we chose was delicious and we wouldn’t hesitate in giving it top marks.

02.10.2022 Besides a delightful view of the Church and countryside, and the Chef bringing us a most welcome appetiser, five of us thoroughly enjoyed our meal. Our roast pork was SO lean and tender; the vegetables SO attractive colourwise. The trout pasta was delicious...I know...

We visited the George Hotel recently during our stay in Somerset. On arriving for dinner we were made comfortable by the landlady and chef. The menu was explained to us and we made our orders. The chef bought us out some canapes before we ordered...

The hosts opened the pub up especially for a large group of us. All the staff were very friendly, accommodating and had a great sense of humour. The pub itself was clean, good range of drinks and the food was excellent. 30 patrons left very...

I contacted The George after being recommended it by a friend who fishes locally as somewhere close by to where we were camping. The only drawback being that there were 30 of us! The owner Trudi made accommodating 17 kids and 13 adults seem easy...

We have meant to pay a visit for a number of years to this village pub on Exmoor. Visited on 1 off those Saturday lunches when not much to do. 1st to arrive shortly after opening time. Friendly greeting from Chef and barstaff. Drinks sorted...

Wonderful staff, couldn’t have been more friendly and accommodating. We turned up without a reservation and did not want a large meal from the really good menu. However they were prepared to cook us a bar snack even though they had taken an order for...

Two of us enjoyed an excellent lunch on the outside terrace of The George. The weather was splendid and the views outstanding. We ate delicious baguettes, respectively comprising ham and mozzarella. The choice of ales and Guinness was good. Most particularly, we relished the friendly...

May I congratulate the landlord Paul and staff for the wonderful Timothy Taylor Landlord and the excellent Dartmoor Jail Ale both on the pumps currently. The only problem is I'm spoiled for choice Well done and please keep it up! Steve

We had driven across from Dartmoor for a house viewing a couple of miles from Brompton Regis, we always like to visit local facilities to get a feel for a place, we were not disappointed with the George Inn. We were greeted by Tash behind...

Had a delicious roast turkey lunch! Stuffing and pigs in blankets! Cranberry sauce! Just like a Christmas dinner! reasonably priced, lovely welcoming helpful staff! Large selection of gins!! Well worth a visit, they have rooms too, and the view is idyllic Highly recommended

Visited having seen their advert in the Exmoor magazine. Well worth the hour drive from home. Taken over by new owner earlier this year and undergone a complete restoration. Impressive surroundings, views and excellent reception by charming staff. Smallish menu but very well executed. Very...

Lovely meal and drinks with friends and overnight stay excellent food and service really lovely people and nice clean modern rooms

Excellent meal great atmosphere really Excellent place to eat and meet friends. The staff are very good and helpful, a must to visit.

Was recommended here by a local and so glad we were. Amazing food (Dave, you're a great chef), fantastic friendly staff, clean and tidy and a beer garden with amazing views. On holiday nearby for a few days and went here twice, would have been...

We received a warm welcome with food to match. Service was slick and friendly, and the food was not only highly flavoursome but beautifully presented. A must for anyone visiting this part of Exmoor. We sat inside but the garden with its fantastic view looked...

We dropped in, scruffy from a nearby dog walk, without booking on a Sunday lunchtime. The restaurant was booked up but they accommodated us in the beer garden and, when the weather turned nasty we feared the worst, but the staff made room for us...

Lovely pub , dog friendly and nice choices for Sunday Lunch on menu. Very tasty food and reasonably priced would reccomend

Absolutely amazing food. Every dish tasted phenomenal and the presentation was outstanding. Every member of staff was helpful and welcoming. The view from the garden on a summers day is lovely. If you're looking for a cosy and welcoming pub with excellent food, this is...

We had lunch here a few days after the pub had reopened following the last lockdown, and had an absolutely fantastic meal. The menu was varied and interesting, and my seabass on a warm new potato salad was perfection! The chef couldn't have been more...

We ahve stayed here several times between July 2018 and winter 2019. The pub is in a lovelly rural location.The rooms are clean, comfortable and quiet. Cooked breakfasts are excellent and evening meals with a drink included good value. We ahve always received a warm...

The meat is not even real meat and we found a big piece of plastic packaging inside the burger that had been cooked with the steak. Awful

I have been here a few times now before and after fishing on Wimbleball. I can't praise the place enough, great welcome, great staff, great beer and good honest food cooked really well. They even opened up to cook breakfast for just two of us,...

Having been reasonably frequent drinkers and occasional diners sometimes with friends, enjoying both well kept hand-pulled beers together a variety with lunchtime and evening meals all of which met with our complete satisfaction and at very 'sensible' prices. Traditional village pub ambience were jacket and...

We walked there from a nearby campsite. Lovely authentic country pub. They have a small menu but the food was lovely. Staff were friendly and helpful too. Sticky toffee pudding as a desert is a must.

We visited with friends for dinner. If you check their website they advise booking the day before for weekday evening meals. They offer a main meal and drink for under £15. We both had the rump steak and chips etc which was very good. Puddings...

A local pub that can not be missed, the beer and food were of top quality. Had a warm welcoming feeling, with very efficient and fast food delivery from the staff. A must visit.

This Landlady has NOT been part of the local community and she has the audacity for locals to help her refurbish her pub We on Exmoor rely upon tourism but this Inn is closed half the week and serves very mediocre food and the beer...

We visited lunchtime on Saturday (21/07/18) having looked at their website, which states; "Our lunchtime menu offers a good selection of lighter meals, including sandwiches, and children have their own menu or can have smaller portions of our main menu dishes." The only menu that...

My daughter and and I enjoyed a very good steak and a few pints of exmoor ale and excellent hospitality during a quick trip to Brompton Regis a couple of weeks ago.

If you are anywhere near Brompton Regis pay a visit to The George. You will not be disappointed. Our group of nine received a very warm and friendly welcome from the manageress and other staff. The beer and food were excellent. We enjoyed an early...

As this pub is not open at lunchtime during the week, certain beers sit in the pipes.

We stayed 1 night as part of a canoeing weekend on the Rivers Barle and Exe. A lovely, friendly pub with nice warm comfortable rooms and very nice evening meal and lovely cooked breakfast. Very good value and a great place to stay when enjoying the lovely surrounding countryside. We will definitely be back.

We booked in to stay in this pub for a couple of nights before Christmas 2017. We and our 2 dogs were made to feel very welcomed and comfortable and we're treated to delicious full English breakfasts and evening meals. Our grandchildren loved the pub too and joined in Christmas carols with the locals.

Popped in on the off chance just after the Bank Holiday for an evening meal. Not been back here for a while. So glad we did. A friendly welcome from the couple who run the inn. Sat outside for a short while whilst we ordered our bar meal. A pleasant garden area overlooking the village. Our meal taken inside was just as it should be. Good quality bar meal at a sensible price and good ale. This is what pubs should be like. Nothing too fancy but traditional, not trying be something that it is not. Well behaved dogs welcome in this cosy Exmoor Inn. Will definitely be back soon.

We went for Sunday Lunch. It was very friendly and informal. The staff were polite and helpful. We had the beef which was succulent and tasty. There was a good selection of vegetables. I had ginger pudding and custard for desert. It was very good and the portions were huge. My husband had cheesecake which he thoroughly enjoyed. The pub is set in the Exmoor national Park and surrounded by beautiful country side. The views from the garden were outstanding. Would definitely visit again.

Brother-in-law and I had a wonder stay at this super country pub , when we were walking on Exmoor. Lyn & Russell are the perfect hosts, and the accommodation , food and drink are all of the highest order.

Menú limitado pero lo que hacen es excelente. Probamos la lasaña vegetariana, pescado y patatas fritas y el filete - todo muy bien cocinado. Buena selección de cervezas. Tanto casera y chef nos hizo sentir como en casa (incluyendo Alfie el perro) quien se sentirá! No dudaría en recomendar.

Nos dieron una cálida bienvenida y la casera cuidadosamente cambiaron nuestra mesa (así que mi marido no estaría tentado a ver el fútbol como si!). El menú era bastante típica de pub, con unas cuantas rarezas. Mi solomillo era muy bueno, sin embargo mi marido eligió salchichas con salsa de cebolla era un poco decepcionante. Cerveza y vino bueno y el servicio era genial.

Our food was well cooked and my steak was one of the best ones I have had ... Char grilled and cooked exactly how I like it. Good quality food and good value too.

Tuvimos una comida muy impresionante, 2 adultos y 3 niños, el bistec fue preparado a la perfección y el plato de pescado también estaba muy bien preparado. Para rematar, teníamos tremendamente postres tamaño que mantuvieron a los niños contentos por un tiempo. En resumen, un...

Me pasó en un rápido cambio Oro mientras pasábamos por negocios. Tengo recuerdos muy gratos de La George de hace pocos años. No puedo decir lo suficiente! Es acogedor, bonito, acogedor y tan confortable como en cualquier parte del mundo. La compañía es amable, el...

I recently took my family for a meal at the George and was blown away by the experience!The atmosphere was walm and welcoming, the staff were so friendly. There was a great choice of food on the menu, I would of loved to see a wider choice of fish dishes, but that's just because I love fresh fish and muscles, scallops, sea bream are a real treat. Our waitress was Hannah, a lovely young girl, she made sure we were well looked after our entire visit. All our food was utterly amazing! We are self confessed food snobs, and we could not fault the food, every detail, from presentation, taste, texture, portion size, warm plates, time between each sitting, was perfect!!!!! We were so impressed we asked to meet the chief. A lovely bubbly lady named Ann Boniface, were so glad we took the time to meet and congratulate her on the food, she was so passionate about her food, clearly enjoyed her work and was a total pleasure to talk to. We would HIGHLY recommend you visit the George for any visit to the area, you won't be disappointed, the land lady Lin will welcome you with open arms as if you are family, THANK YOU THE GEORGE WE WILL BE BACK!!!!!!!

A cracking country pub, warm and welcoming, ultra dog-friendly (our greyhound was well fussed) with a great mix of locals and visitors. The drink was superb, the food likewise, and the social skills of the hosts better still! Very highly recommended

My wife and I spent 3 nights at The George on a B&B basis ( but the standard of the food was so high and the hospitality so warm that we had each of our evening meals there). We had no prior knowledge of it, but love the area and it was extremely well placed for some glorious walks. Well, we are pleased to have discovered a real gem. The owners were so welcoming and nothing was too much trouble...we took our young dog and could not have been made to feel more welcome. Sue, one half of the ownership, is a dog lover and our dog absolutely fell for her! Or was it the chews she so generously dispensed! The food was excellent - the home made Steak and Ale pie was perhaps the nicest I have had in many years...the homemade burger was excellent and a manly challenge to eat it all!....and my wife had the fish and chips every evening! The double room was very good indeed, with a large bath to die for, TV and tea/coffee making facilities (and an endless supply of biscuits!). We really can't fault this lovely Inn,... Great hearty English breakfasts...great evening conversation with the local folk...decent ale and some fine malt whisky's. The owners deserve to do really well. We will certainly return there. Owen and Andrea

Had an amazing Sunday roast at The George; the portion size was very generous and the price very reasonable. The staff are the friendliest and most welcoming people!

Stayed here.very nice friendly pub. Food fantastic. Was made very welcome my the owners Russell and Lynn.. thankyou :-)