The Talbot Inn

Pub · Mells

The Talbot Inn

Pub · Mells

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Selwood St, Mells, Frome BA11 3PN, United Kingdom

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Refined country pub with rooms, cookery school, pub and courtyard  

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Selwood St, Mells, Frome BA11 3PN, United Kingdom Get directions

talbotinn.com
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Selwood St, Mells, Frome BA11 3PN, United Kingdom Get directions

+44 1373 812254
talbotinn.com
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"Beautiful style, excellent service, great food... all things that never go out of fashion. Owners Matt, Charlie and Dan once ran Babington House, so they learnt these mantras at the top before opening their own boutique property, The Beckford Arms. It was such a runaway success that they soon expanded their stable to include The Talbot (and later The Lord Poulett Arms and The Bath Arms). As is customary, they wrapped the spoiling qualities of a top hotel in the relaxed comfort of a country pub, and added fantastic pricing to the mix. If you're after a slice of picturebook English countryside, this is it. Beautiful, historic Mells has cute 15th-century stone houses and a Grade I-listed church, and the hub of the village is this ancient coaching inn, dating back to 1480. Set around a quaint cobbled courtyard is a winding warren of beamed rooms with modern Farrow & Ball hues. Downstairs in the pub, we drank ale by a roaring fire, and dined by candlelight, then wandered up to our stylish bedroom where we slept in absolute peace. It was no surprise the place is usually abuzz with locals and visitors alike. Highs Stunning country-style rooms with contemporary art, gorgeous bathrooms and insanely comfortable beds The cute village of Mells brims with history, and there are lots of lovely countryside walks around (wellies available to borrow) Staff are genuinely friendly and service is excellent Events such as music or film nights or even supper clubs are fun add-ons The little things: hot-water bottles, Bramley products, framed old maps and antique Vanity Fair prints Lows Some very low beams and ceiling in places You have to go downstairs to get fresh milk for your tea No bathrobes or wardrobes, just hangers on pegs As the only pub around, it's likely to be busy and some rooms may experience noise (although we didn't hear a thing) No disabled access" - Liz Simpson

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Jacob Wilkinson

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Went for dinner. BEAUTIFUL setting, lovely drinks. However, our food wasn't particularly good value. Given that we ordered pork belly at £26, what came out was almost literally just a slice of pork belly, and a separate side of new potatoes had to be ordered to make it sufficiently filling. My burger was lovely, but had average chips and no little touches, like a nice slaw or salad. Very nice setting, but portion sizes are an area that really needs to be looked at to ensure value for money, as currently, it isn't. However, staff were super friendly, and drink choice was amazing. Come here for lovely summer drinks. For hearty food, currently I would look elsewhere.

Jonathan Fryer

Google
'Let's try the Talbot Inn?' And I'm glad we did. Lovely staff - were were made to feel welcome. Service was good and the food very tasty. The crushed peas (sounds badic) were a wonderful accompaniment to the fish and chips - so fresh and flavoursome. And the tartar sauce was clearly homemade. Greedily, I ordered the cauliflower cheese side dish; it was lovely (actually cheesy, which is not always the case). And then the desserts... Drool. It is not the cheapest place to eat, but we're on holiday and our circumstances mean that this was treat. Too many meals out leave me feeling I could cook better for less. But we left this meal hoping that we would be able to return. Thank you, Talbot Inn staff.

Rupert Ellingham

Google
This . . Is the quintessential English country hostelry. As you lead your way through the village to find this most beautiful place the experience is already creating excitement and anticipation. The property, unfolds around you and no number of return visits will give away all of its stories and secrets that within the walls Go try it . . Find your own experience and make some memories

Roger Burra

Google
I went to the Talbot Inn for an evening meal. I'd been in 2023 and had an all-around good meal. My experience this time was different. The food was good, but the service was chaotic. The barman was unfriendly / indifferent. The waitresses were all nice, pleasant, and helpful but so badly co-ordinated. We waited about 15 minutes before anyone took our drinks order (we decided to order food at the same time) and needed to work hard to get any attention for subsequent drinks, desert or to pay the bill. The staff were lovely once you caught their attention, but it was hard to understand why they weren't more attentive on a quiet Monday evening.

Oliver Weisflog

Google
Popular very traditional village pub with sunny cobbled yard and garden. Good selection of beers and food. Individual dining areas. 8 rooms some quite small but well appointed. Poorly serviced Breakfast but cooked food good when it came

Chris Cobham

Google
One of the nicest pub hotels I’ve been to. Food is amazing. The courtyard is lovely. Taller guests be aware you’ll need to watch your head as it’s an old building!

Ezra Noster

Google
I was here in 2016, The drinks and food were great. The staff and atmosphere was amazing. I didn't stay here so I can't talk about the rooms, But I'm sure they are great if everything else was good. I plan to come back when I visit friends in the area.

paul jason

Google
Hmmm! Whilst they catered for my wife’s limited food requirements, which they did well, I have to say that the meals where okay; not great, and not worth what we paid. The kids food seemed thrown together, chips dropped onto a plate. Whilst the burgers seemed flavourless and grey. Overall a very disappointing meal for the price. In comparison to their other establishment, the bath arms, the talbot seemed a big step down. Good service but pretty bad food to be honest. My advice, go elsewhere. Note for the chef: dress the chips, put them in a basket or something to make them seem more delightful. As for the burgers, try not to make them grey!
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Barbara H.

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Ploughman lunch is tops. Great hard cheddar, local, plus ham,veggies, fruits, chutney and... ambiance. Inside is old school Brit; outside sunny day cafe. Pleasant staff, cute little village - be sure to see the church down the alleyway outside the inn. And, if you can find Nunney, there's the remains of a castle ...a small one albeit, but accessible and fun for kids' imaginations.
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Ben M.

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What a wonderful experience. Happy to seat us with a couple of hours notice on a busy Sunday, we arrived and were immediately told we could bring the dogs in (we'd been on a long walk). We took drinks on the patio and ordered food, going inside to our table when the food was served. The pub is beautiful, the dining hall a wonderful mix of old and new, and the Sunday roasts incredible- generous portions of soft, rich meat, great selection of sides and flavourful deserts. Wonderful, thoughtful service from multiple staff rounded out an exceptional trip. Recommended.
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Meike B.

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My review is based on a single visit only, just time for a couple of glasses of wine. I came at night so could only imagine the beauty of the village. In order to enter the pub you walk through an arch and cross a coutyard, all very romantic. What I loved most of all was the large number of dogs in attendance, making this a true country pub (I know, I should venture out of London more often ...). The house wine was excellent and they had a good choice of beers, as you'd expect. I will make sure to find an excuse to return for a proper visit soon.
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The Talbot Inn is a good pub and restaurant in the beautiful village of Mells, near Frome. The food is good, quite traditional...sausages, lamp chops and pies and tarts, good sauces. I took a friend and he loved it. I wasn't so pleased with my veggie option they sweetly accomodated me with. Like lots of places, the veggie option wasn't so good. Still, it's a lovely place with a dark interior and high settles, very English Countryside. They also have several beautiful rooms, which you can see on their website. http://www.talbotinn.com If you're here in the dayime, I thoroughly recommend a trip to a nearby plant nursery in the most picturesque setting for any nursery I've ever seen, run by a lovely woman with lots of gardening experience.

Qype User (Simost…)

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Very well run pub in the historic and picturesque village of Mells. The pub is a c16th century coaching house that has seperate bar for drinkers and fantastic resturant. In summer there is a superb beer garden and sheltered, cobbled courtyard. Children welcome. Whether it is poping in for a drink or an evening meal it is a fantastic place.