The Crown Inn, Winscombe

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As mentioned below this is a traditional country pub neatly hidden away from the nearby main tourist route. The car park is a bit hazardous for motorcycles due to its steep approach and gravel surface, but we survived. There is a small outside seating area at the front, and there is a very pleasant private beer garden at the back with mature plants, wooden tables and seating, with nothing to attract unruly families. Inside, the original rooms have been maintained intact, making it feel labyrinthine and rustic. The two small room son the left as you enter are loosely a public bar with a stone fireplace and a piano, the two larger rooms on the right more of a saloon and dining area and including an inglenook. Nome of the rooms looked like they’d been decorated for decades, which simply added to the unspoilt rural character. It was refreshing to be told that tables are never reserved, so we could sit wherever we wanted even though we weren’t eating on this occasion. Ales on draught were Otter Bitter, Palmer’s Gold, London Prode and Butcombe Original. We caught sight of more barrels on stillage behind the bar, but it wasn’t clear whether these were live on gravity or just the ‘coming next’ array. Real ciders were well represented – Stan’s Cheddar Valley, Jason’s Special, Sheppey’s and Rib Tickler were all available. The keg choices were Rattler, Guinness, Thatcher’s Gold and Dry. There may have been lagers on but we didn’t spot any. Food was restaurant standard, looked well cooked and was reasonably priced. The staff were welcoming and happy to chat despite it being very busy. I really liked it here and will certainly return, and we’ll eat next time.

On 23^rd July 2026 - rating: 8
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