The Wheatsheaf - Combe Hay in Bath and North East Somerset - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Difficult to get to but a lovely setting but Sunday Lunch was completely underwhelming. Food was cold, very few veg and the roast potatoes were cooked to a cinder and at £24 each not worth half. We won’t be going back first and last visit.

Absolutely stunning rooms in a beautiful location. All the staff and owners were really friendly, Lauren and Jack were stars! Even on a busy bank holiday weekend, we were looked after every step of the way. Will definitely recommend and will be back :)

Overpriced and the food was cold.

I’ve been going to this pub for over 50 yrs. the setting is idyllic. Over the last 25 yrs it’s built a reputation for being a really foody place. But what a disappointment! A menu that was so bland - burger with an odd slaw thrown inside thrown on a plate with some uninviting chips. Tables not laid up. Indifferent service - tables not cleared and cleaned slowly with remnants left behind! Wonderful setting but food and service really poor for the price.

Located just outside bath in a small country lane in Combe Hay down a small country lane. The pub is on the side of the hill with a good view over the village and valley. Reasonable menu selection but not huge. Seating inside and outside undercover. Worth a try if in the area but suggest booking as popular.

Myself and 2 other friends turned up today for the breakfast advertised on Instagram and really wish we didn’t! When we arrived there was no staff to be seen in sight and when I enquired about the breakfast there was only 2 options which was fine but not exactly that exciting. We had to ask 3 times for any type of table service and we were rudely told that they were trying to get ready for lunch… if that’s the case then why advertise / promote breakfast! We all live just up the road and certainly won’t rush back. Food was ok but much easier to stay at home and eat breakfast!

We have stayed at the wheatsheaf for the last two evevings in the Wendy house. We had the most amazing stay The room was great The service was amazing Definitely one to return too Would highly recommend

This pub is set in a countryside location and on a sunny day is a glorious to sit outside enjoying a drink which I've done on a few occasions. I've not had food here for a long time but I remember it being amazing. Not so on the last visit - this time the food was 'ok' at best but to be honest I've made better at home. I had the chicken schnitzel and while the portion size was good it was just incredibly bland with zero thought to presentation. The desserts were a joke - I had cherry Bakewell slice which was about half the size of a Mr Kipling cherry Bakewell finger and it was £9! Unfortunately the quality of the food Vs the cost means we won't be back.

Lovely, when you can have a good pint with good food in a relaxing atmosphere, what more do you need, a lovely few hours with my partner forgetting about the world around us and enjoying each other's company in a lovely pub

Very nice setting !, the food is very tasty however the pub is quite mean with its portions, I had the roast beef and when asking for some horseradish I was brought a bowl of horseradish and given a tiny dollop of it. I went with my family and my grandad had to send his beef back to be cooked a bit more. Other than the portion sizes it’s a great pub 👍

One of the nicest pubs around the outskirts of Bath. Combs Hay is a beautiful little hamlet and the Wheatsheaf couldn't be more picturesque. Excellent beer and a huge, beautifully planted pub garden with plenty of shade and seating. Food was delicious and staff were happy to serve us even when we had no reservation & rocked up from a long walk in the countryside. My only slight gripe is that the only vegan option on the whole menu (which was otherwise very enticing) was a chickpea burger - perhaps it's time for something a bit better for vegans considering how common it is now? Would certainly recommend to anyone looking for a weekend pub walk or somewhere to soak up the long summer evenings.

Lovely pub; beautiful setting … albeit a tad difficult to get to with very narrow, country lanes and a steep climb in/out of the carpark ! Nice to sit outside in first warm spell of year in well tended garden. Decent food; good service .. though place was not busy. Enjoyable - will visit again, if in area.

The weather was perfect. The staff friendly the food delicious. 🥰

Excellent country pub with fine ales and food, great views outside and warm welcome atmosphere.

Wonderful place. ALL the staff are friendly and helpful. Location is in the middle of nowhere (just the place for peace and quiet) Have to navigate through narrow winding country lanes to get the. Recommend you book.

Fabulous over night stay! Couldn't fault a single thing!

Lovely pub in a beautiful setting - great staff but one of the worst Sunday lunches I have ever had. Maybe because we were the last diners of the afternoon but this is no excuse. This is dreadful pub food and far from cheap. The exquisite surroundings deserve better cuisine.

Think they get their meat from Walter Rose, it's amazing

Really good food. Great location in the countryside to sit and watch the trees.

Visited for lunch at 12pm on a sunny Friday. Beautiful terraced garden looking out over the small valley. Excellent value 3 course lunch for £25. All courses were delicious: mushroom soup with truffle oil and warm bread, hake with new potatoes, chard, asparagus and samphire, strawberries with clotted cream and caramel crunch. All washed down with an excellent local cider. Wow what an excellent place.

Nice country pub with large garden doing great food and friendly staff what's not to love !

Lovely restaurant in the middle of the countryside with great food.

I enjoyed two fabulous meals here from set menu - two courses for £20. Absolutely delicious soup, topped with a cheesy crumpet, and the Catch of the Day was cooked to perfection, as was the Caesar salad I had the next day - warm moist chicken in lovely fresh salad and gorgeous egg slightly soft in the middle topped with tasty grated cheese.

Had a fabulous lunch here recently. Really tasty amd delicious

Lovely setting, ambience and warm welcome from attentive staff. Disappointing food however which was over cooked, hope the kitchen team can remedy.

The Sunday lunch was very good the staff very helpful and efficient my only complaint no custard but I didn't have room for pudding

Great food, relaxed but lovely place. Highly recommend for a break from the usual chain restaurants

We didn’t stay here, but dined at the pub around 4 times whilst on a two month stay near Bath. We absolutely loved it - the pub itself is super cosy, clean and the owners are very welcoming. The food is always on point and offers a lot more than your standard pub. Thank you for 4 amazing meals! We recommend you to everyone we meet!

This was a lunch with a friend. Wonderful food and beautifully decorated. Would highly recommend.

Sunday lunch was disappointing, beautiful setting but dull food.

Our first visit. The food was amazing, fresh and a good serving on the plate. Staff where friendly and prompt with the orders.

We had a fairly large family gathering at the Wheatsheaf for Sunday lunch. The food and service were fabulous with knowledgeable friendly staff. The pub is dog friendly in the extreme, with their own little entourage of dogs. The garden area is terraced and on a nice day is wonderful. All in all, a lovely place with lovely staff.

An excellent lunch at this delightful pub, weather, food delicious and service top rate.

It is a nice pub in beautiful surroundings. It's not very easy to find using maps and down some very narrow bendy roads to get there.

Beautiful setting . Food was nice but not great . Service very distracted our waitress seemed very stressed and kept huffing but I don't think she aware she was doing it . Its such a lovely pub but the food has room to improve as does the service . Would I go again ? Possibly.

Stayed 2 nights with 4 friends (6 in all) .Comfortable rooms in The Shed annexe . Beautiful spot , nothing too much trouble, good food and great beer and wine. Would definitely go back. Recommended.

Nice pub off the beaten track. Good food.

The Sustainable Forest Lodge was a testament to eco-conscious living. Surrounded by the beauty of the forest, it provided a harmonious retreat. Our lodge room was comfortable and had all the eco-friendly amenities we could ask for. The lodge staff were passionate about conservation and provided great tips for exploring the local ecosystem. A stay here is a step towards a greener future.

We only been there for food, it was good service is great and staff really friendly. Great location

A beautiful pub, and superb food and drink. Staff very friendly and attentive. I will be back - next time to stay for a weekend.

Updating from previous review as last visit was absolute perfection: the aubergine salad was amazing, the roast chicken was delicious, service was impeccable. Weather didn't play ball but it didn't matter at all. They now have Estrella Galicia on tap which is a favourite. Love the gorgeous outdoors space very much. Our seven year old chose to come here for his birthday lunch as it's his 'favourite pub' and frankly I think he has excellent taste! Decor quirky, eccentric and beautiful; building itself gorgeous with lovely large gardens. Not overwhelmed at choice of beer on tap and service was a bit disorganised. Food was great, good chips and tasty homemade burger. Berry sorbet is super nice but probably not usually suitable for children - it was offered as a choice for kids ice cream cone but fortunately my 5 year old loved it!

Fantastic location , excellent out door area for eating and drinking. Indoors very cosy during the winter. Only slight criticism is the food prices are now verging on the expensive side.

Great lunch, lovely location and very friendly

A quaint looking pub in a beautiful location but we felt the food was pricey & disappointing. One of our meals was completely overcooked to the point it was inedible and had to be sent back! Lovely staff but sadly wouldn’t rush back….

We went for Sunday lunch after a walk in the lovely countryside around Combe Hay. Service was good but the disappointment was that only three items were offered as main courses (for Sunday lunch) and only one of those was a vegan option. And that option was a risotto, which seems to be the standard vegan "option" in about 75% of pub restaurants. It's not very creative and although I am an omnivore, my partner is not. We should probably have looked at the menu beforehand, but really, in this day and age, having only one vegan item on the menu is a bit behind the times.

Had a nice pint and beef Sunday roast.

The setting is beautiful and there was a lovely atmosphere BUT the food is way too pricey for what you get. The cannelloni was just 2 small tubes and the rest of the plate was covered in tomatoes and leaves, tasty but left feeling hungry and out of pocket. My dad had the crab, definitely wasn't worth £30! HOWEVER my partner had the fish and chips which was spot on, huge and tasted lovely and fresh!

Haven’t dined here for a number of years and previous times have been a little hit & miss with food however this time was good. Staff were extremely friendly & helpful the food was good in a good atmosphere. In my opinion a little pricy for what it is but all in all an enjoyable evening.

Beautiful pub in a glorious location. We visited by chance on a sunny February day and were really pleased that we did. I am Coeliac so it was lovely to have a dedicated gluten free menu. I had battered fish and chips, which was a real treat for me, and my husband’s and daughter’s choices were equally good. The food arrived quickly and the service overall was brilliant. Our dog was also made welcome and the resident dogs were lovely. Hopefully we will return!

A most enjoyable evening and stay here at the Wheatsheaf, Combe Hay. A birthday treat for my wife, she loved it. Great atmosphere, top food, top staff, made to feel welcome from the moment we arrived late afternoon. The room was cosy and warm with some lovely touches and a large bathroom/shower & big comfortable bed. Slept really well! Finished off with a generous breakfast in the morning. Thanks Wheatsheaf! Jason, Bristol

A wonderful evening at the Wheatsheaf easily made my long journey on a dark wet night worthwhile. The location is lovely and the old stone pub was a cosy retreat in welcome contrast to the inhospitable weather. Great service from the friendly team and the food was knock out… homemade breads with all the trimmings, creamy flavoursome scallops, and perfectly cooked brill. Sides and sauces were excellent, as were the homemade ice creams to finish. Special thanks also to the chef and team for taking care over my tricky allergies.

Used to frequent this pub with family and then friends 35 years ago so popped back for some nostalgia! It was a beautiful day and the garden looked magnificent and very welcoming however a little nippy so we ate inside. Just as it was back then but bigger and better. We both had Chickpea burgers with Halloumi and sauces which were delicious. Great food, attentive service and good value, thank you

This pub was highly recommended but rather disappointing. I had Brill, nicely cooked, but on limp and tasteless unseasoned Pak Choi. The burgers were small and underwhelming. Frangipane and pear tart was dry, hard and lacking in flavour. Very little pear, very little almond flavour and pastry too hard to cut with a spoon. Wished I’d had the sticky toffee pudding, which was good. Obviously very popular with locals so perhaps we caught it on an off night

Quaint pub, great location. Stayed in one of the rooms. The only fault i can find with it is that the WC smelt overwhelmingly of cat urine. But the food was very good.

Wonderful food, attentive staff and beautiful setting. This really is a hidden gem. The outside space is so pretty and perfect for a summer evening. Delicious wine and steak and nothing was too much trouble for the staff. I have lived in Bath my whole life and can't believe I've never been here before! Will defo be returning.

Such a quaint hotel - only 4 rooms I believe. Just outside Bath - 15 minutes. Lovely room with eclectic decor. Everything you need including robes, tea & coffee, tuck box, fridge, TV. Bed was a jot firm but plenty of pillows. A bit remote but great country pub next door. Staff were lovely.

We were made very welcome at peak lunchtime on a busy Friday. Drinks were served immediately. An original and appetising menu. We were advised that the kitchen was very busy, but our food arrived without a long wait, it was well presented and very tasty....

Sub-standard, basic pub fodder at inflated prices. A special mention too for the gents toilets, where you can travel back to a time when framed photos of women's backsides were cool things to hang on your wall.

Fantastic menu. Local, seasonal produce. Still thinking about it a month on! Great cheese menu too. Well priced. Nice atmosphere. Wish I was there now.

Extremely pleasant evening with our family! Amazing place, so peaceful and wonderful countryside. Dog and child friendly. We were there with our family for our anniversary. It did not disappoint. Menu was different and so good, service was spot on, just perfect. The food was...

Went with friends, as the Sunday lunches were highly recommended. Squid starter was very tasty and I was very much looking forward to the main event. …what a disappointment it turned out to be. I had the roast beef, it was tough and I struggled...

A beautiful pub with stunning terrace and garden. The food was delicious, especially the our starters of squid and the scallops with puff pastry lid. All of the staff from start to finish were friendly and helpful.

Stayed here for 2 nights over the Easter weekend and everything was amazing! The food is outstanding - the salt and pepper squid is the best we’ve ever had! Had the chateaubriand for my birthday meal which was cooked perfectly! Happy we chose here for...

We had a brilliant Sunday lunch at the Wheatsheaf, which is only a short drive or taxi ride away from Bath. It was a really busy Sunday but the staff were super friendly and very attentive. The Sunday roasts were also really good value for...

A very disappointing Sunday lunch. Sat on the sofas by the open fire with a pre dinner drink and after placing our meal order we were asked if we wanted to take our starter at the sofa. We declined the offer and we’re then asked...

Dreadful staff attitude and witnessed dreadful situation with the manager dealing with his staff. I hear he is not easy to get on with and less than a kind man. A kind of back water place that charges the earth for it's services. No thanks

We have just returned from a lovely nights stay here. The accommodation was beautiful and clean and the pub was so warm and welcoming. All of the staff were very friendly and helpful, there was a very relaxed atmosphere and so dog friendly! All of...

Was expecting good things from this place but unfortunately wasn’t to be. Upon arrival when the pub opened a big group we’re already there after what seemed an after hunt party. 10 or so people stood around the bar area making it difficult for us...

My wife and I booked here as found it as a dog friendly stay online. We arrived after getting married close by and wanted a couple of quiet nights after all the madness. For a quiet, picturesque country break we couldn’t have wished for more!...

The most consistently reliable restaurant near Bath for food with such a friendly and fun atmosphere. I cannot recommend it enough. Great hosts and staff.

We had a really enjoyable stay at the Wheatsheaf. The rooms were beautiful and absolutely spotless. Our group of six had a top notch meal (pheasant, steaks, fish), all delicious. The breakfast the morning after was also beautifully done. I have to recommend the fantastic...

We like the location and went there with our family. However the food was very average. Vegetables were over cooked and my roast potatoes were just the outside skin since the potato had 'steamed' away since they had been cooked for so long, generally the...

While visiting my daughter for the weekend, she booked a table at the Wheatsheaf having enjoyed eating here before. We were taken to our table by a nice young lady and it seems all the waitresses were quite young. My daughter and I ordered venison...

This is a really wonderful place. The restaurant is very busy yet the service is great. The menu is quite small which I think is good and the chateaubriand was the best I have ever had. We had a lovely evening here and the breakfast...

So so good to be back ! A lovely night in our "favourite " room super meal lovely breakfast and the girls (dogs) were a delight Thank you !!

Lovely food, and nice quiet location. Two things that let this lovely place down is : 1. Slow service. 2. The dog being allowed to sit next to the table with his head on your lap whilst your eating, staring at you begging for food....

Visited with family, lovely location and service excellent. I had the monkfish burger which was just a couple of fish fingers in a bun, tasted nice but pricey, and the accompanying fries were lukewarm. My partner had the fish n chips, said it was a...

A first class Sunday lunch. Just took my family and in-laws. The service was really good from young friendly staff, they were working hard and super nice. The food was genuinely excellent. I had a smoked haddock risotto to start which I thought was a...

Meeting friends which was lovely , the fish and chips didn’t seem to be that fresh and the chips looked as if they had been cooked and heated up and were soggy , not great . We had to ask for a jug of water...

My partner and I escaped the children for a somewhat impromptu Sunday lunch, and were delighted to be re-aquainted with The Wheatsheaf. We both had beef, which was cooked just right. The gardens are stunning and the service relatively quick (given it was busy). We...

I went there at late notice and the staff couldn’t have been more accommodating. It was clear plates from all the family, highly recommend the ham egg and chips (their brown sauce is amazing). All of this combined with the most incredible view and staff....

It feels a little unfair to give such an average review based on one course, but here goes. This is a lovely old pub, nestled in an isolated and sylvan stretch of the Midford Valley in the village of Combe Hay near Bath. The multi-tiered...

The pub were really accommodating in booking us a table outside and the view was amazing. The service was completely indifferent, they were very much fulfilling a function and there was no care about the customer experience. The roast beef was a tiny portion, I...

A group of us went for Sunday lunch and were really disappointed. Food was nothing special and the portions were really small - my roast came with one carrot, one parsnip and three small potatoes plus some cabbage. A small pot of cauliflower cheese was...

Idyllic location on outskirts of Bath, lovely old pub. The food was average but the service was very poor, we won't be rushing back. Such a shame, it could be so much better with some decent staff.

Food was amazing. Cider was amazing. Service was amazing. Should have got pictures :( I had a muscles starter which was nice and light. Can be very heavy with cream but this was perfect. Caesar salad was beautifully refreshing. Sticky toffee pudding was heaven. I...

Just got back from an evening meal at The Wheatsheaf and I'm just starting to think what a strange experience that was. We booked in advance and were told we would have to sit outside. That was fine. What we didn't realise was there were...

I booked a Sunday roast well on advance as part of a family reunion and we were all very much looking forward to getting together in this beautiful place. The setting is amazingly beautiful and the greeting and seating was perfect. The food when it...

Yesterday we had a truly excellent lunch at the Wheatsheaf. The weather was good so we sat on the very attractive garden terrace. Service was great, staff were very accommodating and the food was simply excellent. Yes this place is not cheap but worth every...

This is a lovely pub, in a lovely location not far from Bath. As we are moving to the area we thought we’d try it out as a potential local. Inside it has a lovely decor, sofa’s, and outside a lovely garden area. It is...

A fantastic place to visit for a hearty and tasty homemade roast lunch with great service, a lovely relaxed ambiance and good value. Our waitresses were friendly, helpful, attentive without being obtrusive. The service was leisurely- but not slow- and the three course Sunday Lunch...

The food and service matched the wonderful location. A well balanced menu, complemented by an exciting wine list. If you are local to South West or a visitor take the time to visit.

I’ve been lucky enough to dine here a couple of times in the last couple of months. Each visit was special and excellent. Great food, attentive but not intrusive service and a spectacular location. Can’t recommend highly enough

Love the restaurant inside and out! Beautiful country garden wonderful in summer! An cosy fire inside ! Can be busy sometimes but I’m never in a rush enjoying the wine montepulciano is my favourite! The beef is served rare and is amazing! And if your...

Main courses were enjoyed although the pork fillet plate was quite small and 1 leaf of cavolo Nero is just not enough. The scallops starter priced at £12 was overpriced for 2 scallops which made us feel disappointed from the start. It is hard to...

Even on a wet windy day, always a good welcome at this cosy restaurant. Our meal was enjoyable, the staff pleasant. There outside area on a dry day offers an amazing view. It’s lovely to be able to revisit memorable venues

We booked a table weeks ago , arrived and despite tables being already set up we were shown to corner table not prepared !!!? Chateaubriand average , served barely warm and just about 3 slices each !!!!! Chicken liver pate wonderful , squid fab !...

We went to the Wheatsheaf at Combe Hay for Sunday lunch and were very disappointed to see that they didn't have many coronavirus-safe measures in place. Our tables weren't socially distanced and whilst the waitresses had visors on, the waiters and the owner wore them...

Came after a bike ride to have a sit down, pint and some food with friends. A lovely location with a gorgeous garden, plently of seating. Not the cheapest but makes it up with a wonderful goats cheese burger that was a bigger portain than...

Perfect countryside location on a nice summer's day. Great roast Sunday lunch, perfect roast beef (pink, as requested). Good menu, sensible prices.