The Prickly Pear, Bruton

Solid High Street building, standing out as it is painted white rather than featuring the local golden stone. The main bar has been refurbished in a semi-modern style with a mix of tables, but further back there is the pool / table tennis / live music room and (less obviously) another room round the back of the bar with plain furniture. Small patio area to one side. Two real ales on handpump: Bath Ales Gem and the local Same Again session beer from Milk Street Brewery in Frome (£3.50). NB - Does not open until 16:00 Monday to Thursday.