Guidebook for Langford
Food Scene
Owned by neighbouring Thatchers Cider. Restaurant and bar food. Great outdoor terrace with tables umbrellas and outdoor heaters.
28 locals recommend
The Railway Inn
Station RoadOwned by neighbouring Thatchers Cider. Restaurant and bar food. Great outdoor terrace with tables umbrellas and outdoor heaters.
Delicious food using local produce. Much from its own beautiful walled garden. Most, if not all is organic and the views to the Mendips are a delight.
24 locals recommend
The Ethicurean
Delicious food using local produce. Much from its own beautiful walled garden. Most, if not all is organic and the views to the Mendips are a delight.
Very good newly refurbished restaurant pub. While the location next to the A38 is not the best, the food is delicious. Usually best to book to avoid disappointment. 5 minutes away by car.
Darlington Arms
A38Very good newly refurbished restaurant pub. While the location next to the A38 is not the best, the food is delicious. Usually best to book to avoid disappointment. 5 minutes away by car.
Local chippy 5 minutes away. Really good fish and chips plus a host of other possibilities. Chicken, Sausages ,Fish Cakes etc.
Murphy's Fish Bar
New RoadLocal chippy 5 minutes away. Really good fish and chips plus a host of other possibilities. Chicken, Sausages ,Fish Cakes etc.
Very good pub food and bed and breakfast.Will have to book for the restaurant.
16 locals recommend
The Wookey Hole Inn
Very good pub food and bed and breakfast.Will have to book for the restaurant.
Plough at Wrington
High StreetDelightful Youngs Pub with great Ales and superb food.
Owned by Yeo Valley, this is a fantastic place to eat for weekday lunchtimes. Booking in advance is essential and the food here is brilliant and not at all expensive.Wonderful views of Blagdon lake and beyond.
11 locals recommend
Yeo Valley Canteen
RhodyateOwned by Yeo Valley, this is a fantastic place to eat for weekday lunchtimes. Booking in advance is essential and the food here is brilliant and not at all expensive.Wonderful views of Blagdon lake and beyond.
What’s the story?
This 17th-century coaching inn in sleepy Lower Langford on the doorstep of the Mendips had been a favourite country retreat for city dwellers from Bristol for years, but it had descended into sticky-carpeted, black-beamed and brass-fitting design hell by 2019, so Butcombe, the brewer and hotelier, decided to close it for a top-to-toe renovation. It turned out to be perfect timing: the hotel was completed in May, just as most Covid restrictions were lifted.
What do we like?
As we pull up to the sturdy red-stone building at the edge of a village of cute cottages and country lanes, a couple of cyclists are hugging pints in the garden, stretching out their Lycra-covered limbs in the late-afternoon sunshine. Once we pass into the bar, however, the vibe turns pleasingly urban. The open-plan room is decorated in soothing slate blues and heritage greens. There is a glamorous section with low armchairs upholstered in flamboyant fabrics, leather banquettes and eclectic artwork that’s perfect for a predinner cocktail. It sashays through to a casual deli-style space, with high counter tables that overlook the open kitchen and the pretty, plant-filled courtyard, where stone archways have been transformed into cosy nooks.
Booking required.
The Langford Inn
What’s the story?
This 17th-century coaching inn in sleepy Lower Langford on the doorstep of the Mendips had been a favourite country retreat for city dwellers from Bristol for years, but it had descended into sticky-carpeted, black-beamed and brass-fitting design hell by 2019, so Butcombe, the brewer and hotelier, decided to close it for a top-to-toe renovation. It turned out to be perfect timing: the hotel was completed in May, just as most Covid restrictions were lifted.
What do we like?
As we pull up to the sturdy red-stone building at the edge of a village of cute cottages and country lanes, a couple of cyclists are hugging pints in the garden, stretching out their Lycra-covered limbs in the late-afternoon sunshine. Once we pass into the bar, however, the vibe turns pleasingly urban. The open-plan room is decorated in soothing slate blues and heritage greens. There is a glamorous section with low armchairs upholstered in flamboyant fabrics, leather banquettes and eclectic artwork that’s perfect for a predinner cocktail. It sashays through to a casual deli-style space, with high counter tables that overlook the open kitchen and the pretty, plant-filled courtyard, where stone archways have been transformed into cosy nooks.
Booking required.
Drinks & Nightlife
Superb real ale pub with open fires and beer straight from the barrel. Quite basic inside but brilliant beers with a large choice. Also does pub grub, is dog friendly and has a garden.
19 locals recommend
Crown Inn Churchill
The BatchSuperb real ale pub with open fires and beer straight from the barrel. Quite basic inside but brilliant beers with a large choice. Also does pub grub, is dog friendly and has a garden.
Sightseeing
delightful views and walks.Quite touristy and very busy in the summer.
497 locals recommend
Cheddar Gorge
delightful views and walks.Quite touristy and very busy in the summer.
Our smallest city. Beautiful cathedral and grounds. Delightful streets and market square with farmers market at the weekend, Film location for Hot Fuzz.
289 locals recommend
Wells Cathedral
Cathedral GreenOur smallest city. Beautiful cathedral and grounds. Delightful streets and market square with farmers market at the weekend, Film location for Hot Fuzz.
Famous for the annual festival but lots to visit in the local town. Quirky shops and a short walk to the top of the Tor.
229 locals recommend
Glastonbury
Famous for the annual festival but lots to visit in the local town. Quirky shops and a short walk to the top of the Tor.
Lots to see in Bath including the world renowned thermal baths. Lots of good shopping too with independent stores. Access via car or a short train ride from Yatton railway where you can leave the car for the day for a small charge.
721 locals recommend
Bath
Lots to see in Bath including the world renowned thermal baths. Lots of good shopping too with independent stores. Access via car or a short train ride from Yatton railway where you can leave the car for the day for a small charge.
30 minutes drive to an exciting city full of activities and places of interest. The Harbourside is well worth visiting with lots of eateries and walks along the river. Wapping Wharf is worth visiting with newly developed cargo container units selling lots of different foods and drinks. Interesting historical places all around the city and a visit to Clifton is a must.
314 locals recommend
Bristol
30 minutes drive to an exciting city full of activities and places of interest. The Harbourside is well worth visiting with lots of eateries and walks along the river. Wapping Wharf is worth visiting with newly developed cargo container units selling lots of different foods and drinks. Interesting historical places all around the city and a visit to Clifton is a must.
National Trust land. Park in the coastal car park and then walk to Brean Down Fort at the end of the point.
60 locals recommend
Brean Down Fort
National Trust land. Park in the coastal car park and then walk to Brean Down Fort at the end of the point.
Wookey Hole Caves
High StreetThe former residence of the late Lord Wraxall. This is a must visit National Trust House of considerable opulence.Both house and grounds are quite stunning. The house and contents provide an insight into a bygone era.
86 locals recommend
Tyntesfield
The former residence of the late Lord Wraxall. This is a must visit National Trust House of considerable opulence.Both house and grounds are quite stunning. The house and contents provide an insight into a bygone era.
Clevedon is a very pretty small coastal town. with a delightful Italian waterfront restaurant.
37 locals recommend
Clevedon Pier & Heritage Trust
The BeachClevedon is a very pretty small coastal town. with a delightful Italian waterfront restaurant.
Parks & Nature
Absolutely beautiful views and part of the hiking trail; The Limestone Link. can access straight from Anneth Lowen front door.
Dolebury warren , Iron Age Hill Fort
Absolutely beautiful views and part of the hiking trail; The Limestone Link. can access straight from Anneth Lowen front door.
The Mendips are an Area of outstanding natural beauty. (AONB). Miles of walks and trails and off road cycle tracks. Stunning!
38 locals recommend
Mendip Hills
The Mendips are an Area of outstanding natural beauty. (AONB). Miles of walks and trails and off road cycle tracks. Stunning!
Essentials
Open 24 hrs also petrol station. Very good selection plus fresh bread, wines and beers, newspapers, milk, eggs etc.
11 locals recommend
Budgens Langford
BypassOpen 24 hrs also petrol station. Very good selection plus fresh bread, wines and beers, newspapers, milk, eggs etc.
Congresbury Village Store
Part of a small parade of shops including local butcher and baker.
Getting Around
Bristol Airport
Various car rentals here. 10 minutes away.
Yatton Station
5 Laurel Terracegood parking and good rates. Access to Bristol, Bath and beyond.
Shopping
Great farm shop with butcher's counter and fresh bread, fruit and veg. Hot food also available. Well worth a visit.
6 locals recommend
Lye Cross Farm Shop
Lye Cross RoadGreat farm shop with butcher's counter and fresh bread, fruit and veg. Hot food also available. Well worth a visit.