See & Do

Mells is a beautiful, ancient village with many fabulous walks into the countryside. Slightly further afield we are surrounded by numerous attractions and activities. Explore the city of Bath, a twenty-five drive away from the pub and discover its Roman history and Georgian architecture.

EVENTS

Explore Bath

18/01/2026

Just thirty minutes from Bath, you’ll find The Beckford Bottle Shop & The Beckford Canteen – our restaurant, bistro, and wine shop. Make a day of it and explore Bath – a perfect blend of heritage and contemporary culture.

Burns Night at The Talbot Inn

23/01/2026

Join us in the Grill Room for a traditional Burns Night feast, with a set menu featuring haggis, neeps and tatties and music from Ruby Darbyshire.

Frome Independent Market

08/03/2026

The Frome Independent is an award-winning, free, destination street market. On the first Sunday of every month, (March – December) Frome’s high street showcases the best independent craftspeople, designers, makers, food producers and vintage traders in the South West.

Bramley Treatment Cabin

11/01/2026

It's a short drive to The Bath Arms, but once you are there, relax body and mind, and reward your skin in our brand new Bramley Spa Treatment Cabin, nestled among the birds, bees and beautiful gardens. Email Hannah at [email protected] to book.

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Bath

Just twenty five minutes from The Talbot is the beautiful Georgian city of Bath. Famed for its Roman Baths and historic Architecture, Bath is the largest city in the county. Explore independent shops and restaurants. You can also bathe in the Thermae Bath Spa - the only natural thermal hot springs in Britain. Whilst visiting the city you can also enjoy a glass or two at the Beckford Bottle Shop, our sister Wine Shop and Bistro, we’ll make sure there’s something waiting behind the bar for you.

Frome

Frome is a town with a charming historic centre and has a wealth of architectural interest alongside a thriving contemporary and performing arts scene. Frome is also the original Somerset Market Town with plenty of independent shops. There is a market that takes place on the first Sunday of each month that is not to be missed.

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Wellness

It's a 20-minute drive to The Bath Arms, but once you are there, relax body and mind, and reward your skin in our brand new Bramley Spa Treatment Cabin, nestled among the birds, bees and beautiful gardens. Appointments are available Monday - Saturday. Here at The Talbot, bespoke in-room Bramley massages can also be booked (subject to availability) contact Lucy at [email protected] to enquire.

Bramley Massage

Country Pursuits

Being at the heart of the British countryside allows you to live like a local with plenty of outdoor pursuits to keep you entertained. Visit Marston Park, a rural retreat set around a Victorian lake and ancient woodland. Located between the market town of Frome and fashionable Bruton, the park is just six miles from the pub and a must for all in the area.

Marston Park Mendip Shooting Ground Frome Angling Association

Art

Somerset is lucky enough to have some great Art Galleries. From Hauser and Wirth in nearby Bruton for contemporary art to the classic collections in both The Victoria Gallery and Holburne Museum in Bath. For something a little different, Portfolio Art Tours work with individuals and small groups to arrange tailored art visits here in the South West.

Messums Wiltshire Hauser & Wirth Victoria Art Gallery

History

For those with an interest in historic places and landmarks, there are plenty of local trips. The pub itself, in the village of historic Mells, has been welcoming travellers since the 15th Century when it was built as a rest stop for coaches running the London to Wells road. The nearby city of Bath offers the chance to experience its Roman past and Georgian architecture.

Mells Bath

Gardens

Explore the abundance of local gardens from those landscaped by Capability Brown on the Longleat Estate to The contemporary gardens of Hauser & Wirth in nearby Bruton.

Hauser & Wirth Stourhead

Landscape

There are many great walks here from romantic walks around the village and nearby hikes for those slightly more advanced. Be sure to bring your wellies, although we do have a small selection available to borrow if you forget yours.

River Walk