The Ilchester Arms Hotel, Ilchester Somerset
51.001659, -2.682265Overview
Historic Grade II listed country inn in Ilchester with maritime-themed decor and locally sourced dining
Dining & Drinks
The Ilchester Arms Hotel serves classic British food using local, fresh ingredients for lunch and dinner. The menu changes with seasonal produce from the kitchen. The bar offers an outstanding wine collection from Liberty Wine's, west country ciders, and Costal Real Ales.
Rooms & Accommodations
The hotel has 17 en-suite bedrooms including superking/twin, family with toddler bunk beds, ground floor, and single rooms. Two accessible ground floor rooms cater to guests with mobility issues. Special diet menus are available upon request.
Family & Children
Families get dedicated kids' rooms and a children's playground in the garden. Baby safety gates and kids' outdoor play equipment are provided. The hotel also offers board games and puzzles for indoor entertainment.
Events & Business
Two function rooms are available for hire, accommodating small to medium events. Meeting and banquet facilities include fax/photocopying and a business center. The hotel also provides packed lunches for day trips and express check-in/check-out.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The Ilchester Arms Hotel sits on the main road in Ilchester, Somerset, two minutes from the A303. Nearby attractions include the Fleet Air Arm Museum at RNAS Yeovilton and Sherborne Old Castle. Free on-site parking and easy access to rural walks along the river are available.
- Dining: Classic British food with seasonal local produce
- Rooms: 17 en-suite including family rooms with toddler bunk beds
- Accessibility: Two ground floor rooms for mobility-limited guests
- Family: Kids' playground, baby safety gates, outdoor play equipment
- Events: Two function rooms for weddings, meetings, parties
- Location: 2 min from A303, near Fleet Air Arm Museum
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
7 m²
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Room size:
7 m²
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Room size:
6 m²
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Bed options:1 Single bed
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Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Off-site car park
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Coffee shop
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Express check-in/ -out
VIP check-in/ -out
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Playpen
- Board games
- Children's menu
- Children's play area
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about The Ilchester Arms Hotel, Ilchester Somerset
| 💵 Lowest room price | 87 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 100 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 61.0 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Bristol, BRS |
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