Twelve centuries of fascinating history and West Country hospitality
The Castle Hotel, once a Norman fortress, is steeped in the drama and romance of English history. In 1685, the Duke of Monmouth’s officers were heard ‘roistering at the Castle Inn’ before they were defeated by the forces of King James II. Today, the Castle lives at peace with its turbulent past, but preserves an atmosphere of ancient tradition. The Chapman family have been running the hotel in Somerset for over 60 years, and in that time it has acquired a worldwide reputation for the warmth of its hospitality.
The stylish Castle Bow Restaurant is very much THE place to dine in the area. Head Chef Liam Finnegan sources the finest ingredients of the region, including fish from Brixham market, meat from MC Kelly in Crediton, dairy from Longman’s in Yeovil, a variety of artisanal cheeses, plus fresh herbs direct from the garden.
Located in the heart of Somerset, The Castle is the ideal base for exploring a region rich in history. This is the land of King Arthur, King Alfred, Lorna Doone’s Exmoor, the monastic foundations of Glastonbury and Wells, Roman and Regency Bath, Longleat House and the majestic gardens of Stourhead and Hestercombe. All this and much more can be discovered within easy driving distance of Taunton.
Overview
- The rich history – offering hospitality to travellers since the 12th century
- The unique crenallated wisteria-clad fortress facade, which has a dominating presence over the town centre
- The quintessentially English bedrooms overlooking the Norman rose garden
- Kit Chapman, the proprietor, one of the countrys leading hoteliers – and one of the most colourful
- Twelve centuries of fascinating history and West Country hospitality
Location
Castle Green
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 1NF
West Country
Category
Hotel Style:
Castles & Cottages,
Classic,
Hotel Location Type:
Countryside,
Hotel Collection:
Best of British,
Downtown Abbey Collections,
Gourmet Escapes,
Range: £115 - £205
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Facilities
Hotel Features:
EV Charging Station
Meeting Room
Parking
Restaurant
Hotel Services:
Dry Cleaning
Laundry Service
Room Features:
Coffee & Tea Tray
Local Activities
- Watchet on the North Somerset coast
- Exmoor National Park Glastonbury
- Wells Cathedral
- Cheddar Gorge
- Clarks Village Shopping Outlet.
- Wookey Hole Caves
- West Somerset Railway