The Farthings Somerset – A Favorite for Families in Taunton

The AA Rosette-awarded restaurant serves multi-course dinners focused on local and seasonal produce. Guests can enjoy drinks and canapés on the garden terrace during summer, or in front of log fires in the lounge during winter. Breakfast options include fresh local produce, with the restaurant offering direct access to the gardens.

Each of the 12 en suite rooms is uniquely decorated, with names like Sycamore, Willow, and Aspen. Some rooms include a balcony overlooking the gardens, while others feature a spiral staircase leading to the bathroom. The hotel provides a communal fridge with fresh milk and chilled water for in-room tea and coffee.

The hotel sits on 3 acres of private gardens with mature trees, flower beds, and a vegetable plot. Resident peacocks, guinea fowl, and ducks roam the grounds, providing entertainment for guests. Multiple outdoor seating areas are available for relaxation, including tables set among the trees.

The hotel welcomes quiet and well-behaved dogs, with pet-friendly rooms available on request. The gardens provide ample space for dog walks, and the nearby village green offers additional walking routes. Guests are asked to keep dogs on leads in public areas and not leave them unattended in rooms.

The hotel offers exclusive venue access for corporate events without interruption, with private use of the gardens and meeting spaces. The 18th-century property provides a historic setting for business meetings, training days, or private dinners. Free parking is available for up to 20 cars, and the M5 is 8 km away.

Location: 8 km from Taunton and Ilminster, near M5

Dining: AA Rosette-awarded restaurant with local produce

Rooms: 12 uniquely decorated en suite rooms

Grounds: 3 acres of private gardens with peacocks

Pet-Friendly: Dogs welcome in designated rooms

Corporate: Exclusive-use venue for events