The Holcombe Inn, Radstock

A very pleasant country pub and restaurant, well described by Blackthorne, below, originally The Ring o' Roses. The building has 17th Century origins and was substantially developed in Victorian times. It is currently a free house. There is a small car park at the back and limited outside seating in a very peasant garden. The bars are open plan, most the the floor area is given over to dining tables. This makes the drinking area a bit cramped, and the overall gastro feel detracts from the pub experience. The staff were welcoming, but service is quite slow, partly because of the large geriatric clientele. Three ales on, Bath Gem, Butcombe bitter and Otter, all in excellent condition. There is also an average wine list and an excellent selection of whiskies. Food was good, maybe a little pretentious,though, and the prices weren't justified. I would however be very happy to come back for a meal or a few drinks when in the area, and I might be tempted to use the B&B facilities.

Official site of the Holcombe Inn, includes menu and wine list - www.holcombeinn.co.uk

Official site of the Holcombe Inn, includes menu and wine list - www.holcombeinn.co.uk