The Reeds Arms (JD Wetherspoon), Burnham-On-Sea

This extensive Wetherspoons dates from the mid 19th century and was the Queens Hotel before reverting back to its original name when ‘Spoons took over. Named after George Reed, a prominent citizen and benefactor of the town who, among other things, built the ramp on the beach opposite from where the lifeboats were launched. Lifeboat displays seem to be a recurring theme throughout the pub which is divided into several rooms, each with its own bit of character (or lack of depending on your Wetherspoons viewpoint). The rooms to the front of the pub as well as the small outside front terrace commands good sea views whislt the central areas are of a more sombre and claustrophobic nature. I counted at least 3 silent plasma screens with the usual Sky News/Sky Sport News set up. 10 handpumps but many were doubled up with the standard ‘Spoons ales with just 2 for guest beers (albeit decent ones). A decent enough place with a bit more character than your normal Wetherspoons but my visit was for a March late Saturday morning journey breaking liquid breakfast. Once the caravaners and holiday camp brigade arrive in town for the summer…

Large public carpark across the road and being situated on the flat promenade means access for wheelchair user is very good. All the usual JDW fixtures are here,good beer,cheaper meals and slow service.Burnham being surrounded by holiday caravan parks is full of families which no doubt will find theselves here at sometime.

Now called the Reed's Arms and is a Wetherspoon's outlet. Always seams under staffed when I have visited it.