The George Inn

Norton St Philip, Bath & N.E. Somerset
Inn
+44 (0)1373 834224
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Per night
£100 - £450
Bedroom

21 rooms

Sleeps

Rooms sleep 2 – 3

Children welcome
Pets welcome
Babies welcome

A wonderful old 1397 village inn, filled with history and character. Find gracious bedrooms, roaring fires, good food and a pretty garden

Per night
£100 - £450

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£100 - £450 per night

The Experience

This is one of England’s oldest inns and you’ll find paintings, tapestries, old wooden clocks and big stone fireplaces in the public areas, where efficient staff whisk about serving great local food – all sourced in the West Country and cooked to perfection by the head chef. Pub classics are given a makeover and there are some surprises in the seasonal menus as well as delicious Butcombe ales and a decent wine list.

Bedrooms are in the main building or The Plaine. All are a good size with antique furniture, plump beds and places to sit with a book or a newspaper and a cup of tea. En suite bathrooms are modern and tiled, some with baths, all with Bramley soaps and lotions. On warm days you can eat and drink outdoors with a view over the village and church.

Walks from the door abound and you’ll find a guide to local ones in your room. Tuck into a hearty breakfast before setting off: full English, shakshuka or avocado on sourdough.

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We think you'll love

  • Being so near Bath but in a quiet village away from the bustle
  • Learning about the history of the building – Samuel Pepys, Judge Jeffries, retreating armies et alia
  • Walking in the Mendip Hills AONB or in the Chew Valley
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You should know

  • Dogs are welcome, £20 per dog but only in some bedrooms and not in the public rooms
  • It's a quirky building with some low ceilings and tight stairs, not ideal for the less than mobile
  • There is limited parking but you can park in the sister pub opposite

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Spa
  • Central heating
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Bar
  • Barbecue
  • Licensed premises
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Tennis court
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

Accommodation

Pricing

Nightly price
from £100
4 Family rooms for 3
From £135
8 Doubles
From £100
1 Twin/double
From £110
4 Doubles
From £100

Information

Booking information

Check in
3pm
Check out
10am
Other details
Bookings on a ‘Flexible’ rates can be cancelled by midday two days prior to arrival – with no charge.
Closed
Never.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Dogs

Dogs are welcome - £20 per dog per stay. A maximum of two small dogs or one big dog per room. Please contact the team for more details.

Meals
Lunch, dinner & Sunday roast from £9.50 to £25.95.

Reviews

It feels as though you are back in the 14th-century and surrounded by amazing and interesting history. The place inspires a lot of curiosity and feels really welcoming and cosy. The food is lovely and the staff are friendly.
Inspected Alessia Sawday's Inspector

Jo, Wellingborough

We were overall disappointed with our stay. Stunning building and fascinating history. Our room was a little disappointing - the room had a lot of potential with lovely old oak floor and interesting furniture but poor lighting and not very comfortable. Bathroom was OK but nothing special. Usually staff at Sawdays recommended places are exceptionally helpful but we didn't have a great experience. Breakfast menu sounded great but failed to deliver on quality. No fruit options either. Didn't have a good feel to the place - wouldn't go back and wouldn't recommend! Overpriced and underdelivered!

Sawday's response

We've been in touch with Bruce Rowland, Marketing Director for the Butcombe Group. He's really saddened you didn't enjoy your stay and would like you to book again so they can discuss with you how to make things better. You would definitely get fruit for breakfast!


Stacey, Bristol

We had a fantastic time and stayed in the Monmouth room, which was very spacious and nicely furnished. All the staff were really friendly and efficient. The food was better than expected.


Location

The neighbourhood

It's a gorgeous village to spend time in, simply walking and eating good food. It's also a great spot from which to cycle – quite hilly. Bath is a half-hour drive for the beautiful abbey, culture, restaurants and shops and the famous Christmas market. You're also near to Glastonbury for a puff up the Tor and some splendid views or Wells for the cathedral and a very good street market twice a week.

Local points of interest from Butcombe Boutique Inns

  • Blagdon Lake covers 440 acres, while the total area is 526 acres. It received designation as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) in 1971, with many species of animals and birds found here. I
  • Particularly during the summer months, Chew Valley Lake is very popular with walkers. While it is possible to walk all of the way around the lake, you cannot do so close to the water’s edge.
  • Stanton Drew Stone Circles are a collection of Neolithic monuments that are located near the Somerset village of Stanton Drew.
  • Maes Knoll is a hill fort which is located to the north of the Chew Valley, around 2 miles from the Stanton Drew Stone Circles. Also known as Maes tump or Maes Knoll tump, it covers 20 acres of land and reaches an elevation of around 45 feet.
  • The River Chew rises in Chewton Mendip and meanders its way through the towns and villages of north Somerset, before it meets the River Avon in the market town of Keynsham.
  • The centrepiece of the Roman Baths, the Great Bath is a huge pool lined with 45 sheets of lead and filled with natural hot spring water. Now open to the skies, it once stood inside an enormous 20 metre high barrel-vaulted hall.

Introducing

Butcombe Boutique Inns

Butcombe Boutique Inns are set in some of the most lovely places in the UK, each with its own individual personality and beautifully designed rooms. Find delicious locally sourced food and drink and exceptional service. Personal touches abound, with a guaranteed table at dinner and other carefully considered extras. Whether you’re looking for a city break, relaxation and romance or an adventurous countryside escape, you’ll find it at Butcombe Boutique Inns.