The White Hart, Crewkerne

Reopened in April 2019 after a refurbishment, this 16th Century ale house seems a bit out of place with its neighbouring buildings, but that just adds to the character. There is a small room on the right of the door as you enter, then the main U-shaped bar, somewhat larger as it is formed from 2 earlier rooms, is to the left. There is a small outside area at the back, mainly used by smokers. The floors are tiled, and there is an impressive hamstone inglenook with a woodburner in the bar, and the bar counter is made from modern brick, which makes it a bit incongruous. Despite its history, the pub remains a decent high street local, not spoiled by the tourist trade. Ales on were Doombar, Butcombe Original and Bass, not in the best condition, sadly, but still drinkable. There was also a boxed cider behind the bar. Food looked like reasonable value, but as we didn’t eat I can’t comment on the quality. Worth a visit and I’d include on a town crawl.