Accommodation Directory for 2021
These establishments have supported the Festivals with a donation and have been used by Festival families in previous years.

Lyndale, 17 Mount Street, Taunton, TA1 3QE.

Liz looks forward to welcoming you to Lyndale from where you can take a leisurely walk to Kings in just eight minutes avoiding all the traffic!  Our sunny, south facing, comfortable double and twin en suite rooms overlook our garden and beautiful Vivary park and have complimentary tea/coffee trays, wifi and TV.  There is also a fridge and microwave for your use.  Collect your paper and picnic each morning, only a five minute walk away.  Restaurants and pubs are nearby too.  Enjoy a welcome drink with shortbread on your arrival in the guests lounge overlooking the garden.  In the morning we provide many breakfast choices with aga cooking.   Our rates are £80 a night for two sharing or £55.00 a night for single occupancy.  Private parking.   Website: www.lyndalebandb.com  Email: neil.liz.rudram@gmail.com Mobile: 07946 300439 Telephone: 01823 257204

Ashe Farm Campsite Thornfalcon, Taunton, TA3 5NW.  Mrs. Sarah Small. (Telephone: 01823 443764 and Mobile: 07891 989 482). Only three miles from King’s College.  Quiet informal farm site which is family run for tents, caravans and mobile homes.  Two fields with lovely views. 30 pitches with electricity, full facilities.  3 static holiday caravans, which are let Saturday to Saturday.  Dogs welcome.  Adults £6.00 pppn, children £3.00 pn, electricity £4.00, awnings £1.00.  Recommended by parents since 1998.    Website: www.ashefarm.co.uk Email: info@ashefarm.co.uk Mobile: 07891 989 482 Telephone: 01823 443764 ​

Mill Meadow, Parsonage Lane, Kingston St. Mary, Taunton, TA2 8HL. Enjoyed by many cricket festival families, Mill Meadow offers a unique selection of luxury, self catering eco lodges and cottages, set in a stunning landscape with private fishing lake nestled at the foot of The Quantock Hills, 15 minutes drive from King’s College.  We are a family business and a warm welcome and personal touch awaits you on arrival. Above all we want you to get the most from your stay and enjoy all that this beautiful place in which we live has to offer.  Your hot tub, BBQ, fishing and one dog are included free of charge. Enjoy our flexible arrival and departure days; free superfast Wi-Fi, ample parking, accessible lodges and your dog receive a warm welcome too.  After a day watching the cricket, come back to your lodge and relax in the hot tub, sit in the summerhouse, fish by our tranquil fishing lake or walk your dog in the delightful lanes and meadows nearby. Light the BBQ and enjoy the summer’s evening. Why not book a private swimming session at our village indoor, heated pool or maybe a relaxing holistic treatment while the family swim, situated just a few minutes walk from Mill Meadow.   We offer our cricket families 10% discount with code CRICK20 when booking.   Please book early via our website or contact us to discuss your stay.

Contact: Chris Heayns  Website: www.millmeadow.co.uk   Email: info@millmeadow.co.uk Telephone: 07779 651911

The Greyhound Inn Staple Fitzpaine TA3 5SP

A charming Country Pub with seven luxury en-suite bedrooms, three of which are on the ground floor. Just 10 minutes drive from King’s College in the quaint village of Staple Fitzpaine. All rooms have tea/coffee making facilities, colour flat screen TVs and free Wi-Fi is available. A delicious hearty cooked Breakfast is included. Ample off road parking available. Please contact one of our team members to reserve your room: Telephone: 01823 480227 Website: www.thegreyhoundinntaunton.co.uk

The Annexe, Glenside, Riverside, Taunton, TA1 1XG. The Annexe offers self catering accommodation for up to four people in a self-contained studio with separate entrance, bathroom and fully equipped kitchen (ceramic hob and combination microwave).  Continental breakfast provided the first day.  A single room is also available in our house.                           The property is situated in a lovely garden in a quiet neighbourhood next to French Weir Park on the river Tone, with parking for two cars.  The town centre is an 8 minute walk along the river and King’s College is approximately a ten minutes drive.  Charges: Annexe:  from £48 pppn single, and £10.00 extra pppn.  Single room B&B: from £32.00 pppn.  The airbnb link is www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/12215861  where further information, photographs and reviews are provided.  You can book:  Through the Airbnbn link, or direct via Email:  gillianhawkey@btinternet.com or Telephone: 07940 838147.   To secure a booking full payment will be required.

Yallands Farmhouse, Speke Close, Staplegrove, Taunton, TA 2 6PZ.  Bed and Breakfast in delightful Grade II Listed former Farmhouse in quiet location on edge of Taunton. 10 minutes’ drive from King’s College.  Self-assessed 4 Star Guest Accommodation.  Seven comfortable, attractive, en-suite rooms with flat screen TV & tea / coffee facilities.  Free fibre optic WiFi.  Large guest lounge. Pub/Restaurant within 10 minutes’ walk.  Ample Car Parking and secure cycle storage.  Double/Twin Rooms from £42.50 pppn and singles at £65pn. Can be booked online.  Family room with Jacuzzi bath sleeps up to 4 from £95 for 2 people. Website: www.yallands.co.uk  Email: yallands@hotmail.co.uk Telephone: 01823 278979

Garden Retreat, Green End, Rowford, Cheddon Fitzpaine, Taunton, TA2 8JY. The Garden Retreat is set in a peaceful, rural location in the foothills of the Quantocks, but still only 2 miles from Taunton. Set in large garden with lovely views toward Hestercombe Gardens, it is a self- contained 2 bed-roomed apartment, which sleeps four and is an annexe to the main house . It has a large lounge with dining area, separate kitchen and bathroom and is fully equipped to a high standard.  There is ample free parking and has been enjoyed by many ‘cricket families’ for a number of years. Price during July and August is £95 per night (minimum stay 5 nights). A special offer of 7 nights for the price of 6 is available to 'cricket families' throughout this period. Website: www.gardenretreat.co.uk  Email: lizthompson47@hotmail.com Telephone: 01823 451529 ​

Holiday Inn Taunton. Holiday inn Taunton is ideally situated just 2 miles from the town centre and Kings College, easily located just off the M5 motorway at Junction 25 on the edge of Taunton. All rooms have air conditioning with new modern bathrooms.  The hotel has plenty of family rooms and an onsite restaurant and bar. Don't forget we have Health Club including a pool & a gym for all of our guests  this is included in the price of all bedrooms. Relax before heading to the college over a Full English breakfast. For best rates & offers book online: Telephone: 01823 281600 Op 1 Website: www.hitauntonhotelm5.co.uk

Blorenge House, 57/59 Staplegrove Road, Taunton, TA1 1DG.  Blorenge House provides delightful 4-star accommodation within a five minute walk from Taunton town centre. Conveniently situated, the property is just under a ten minute drive away from King’s College, and located in close proximity to Taunton Train station. The Blorenge includes family rooms that sleep up to four people in a double bed and two single beds. The Blorenge is also home to two-bedroom, self-catering holiday apartments which include a fully equipped kitchen and living area. Our rates include breakfast, parking, super-fast Wi-Fi and the use of our outdoor swimming pool in the summer months; value for money for the entire family! Blorenge House is the ideal place to stay when coming to watch the cricket festival in Taunton.   Website: www.blorengehouse.co.uk  Email: enquiries@blorengehouse.co.uk Telephone: 01823 283005

Garden Cottage, Stoke Hill Barn, Stoke St Mary, Taunton, TA3 5BT

The GARDEN COTTAGE is an architect’s own stylish hideaway just 7 minutes by car from King’s College. It sleeps 6 in comfort in 3 double beds in 2 large bedrooms. There is a bathroom and a shower room, small utility and a large living & dining room opening onto a large decking area. It is set in 7 acres of garden, woods and meadow and has the use of a heated indoor swimming pool. We have been welcoming young cricketers and their families for many years. Price is £120/night for a minimum of 5 nights. As there is so much extra to enjoy in this part of England ‘Cricket Families’ can book 7 nights for the price of 6. ​

Website: www.somerset-selfcatering.co.uk ​Telephone:       01823 443759  or  07476 401689

Oak Tree Barn, Thurloxton, Taunton, TA2 8RH.

Just 15 minutes by car from King’s College, Oak Tree Barn is a family-friendly and dog-friendly barn conversion in a peaceful setting on the edge of the unspoilt village of Thurloxton, in the foothills of the Quantocks.  Detached, full of character and with French windows from the spacious double height living area onto the large fully enclosed lawned garden and patio, the barn has a sociable open plan living space and a large wood-burner. The layout is flexible and fun too – with the double bedroom on its own private mezzanine level, and a twin bedroom downstairs. The owners' friendly help is at hand should you need it and yet their manor house is completely out of sight beyond a wonderful copse of ancient trees.  Situated on the far edge of the grounds of Thurloxton Manor, with plenty of off-road parking and a shared tennis court in the adjoining meadow.  There are sometimes horses grazing in the fields so they may need a rub on the nose! The setting here is ideal for two families on holiday together as Orchard Barn (3289), sleeping three guests, is close enough for you all to enjoy each other's company yet set well apart so that they do not overlook each other. With their own secluded gardens, privacy is ensured when booked separately. ​

https://www.classic.co.uk/holiday-cottage/desc-3288.html ​ Telephone or text: 07915 075358

Orchard Barn, Thurloxton, Taunton, TA2 8RH.

Just 15 minutes by car from King’s College, Orchard Barn is a family and dog-friendly barn conversion in a peaceful setting on the edge of the unspoilt village of Thurloxton, in the foothills of the Quantocks. The single-storey accommodation is ideal for guests with young children as well as those with less mobile older relatives, and the large fully enclosed garden will delight dog lovers. In addition to your own garden, there is a shared tennis court and a further 12 acres of meadows and woodland to explore if you wish.  The owners are tucked out of sight in the manor, behind a beautiful copse of ancient trees.  This is a very comfortable home-from-home with all the facilities that you will need for your holiday. New electric panel heating will ensure a lovely snug cottage for out-of-season holidays or short breaks, and there is a touch of luxury in the main bedroom with its grand double bed. The second bedroom has a single bed. Oak Tree Cottage (3288) is here too – ideal for joint bookings for extended families or friends on holiday together, but definitely far enough away to ensure all the privacy that is needed for separate bookings. https://www.classic.co.uk/holiday-cottage/desc-3289.html Telephone or text: 07915 075358

Coursley Farm Cottages, Coursley Farm, Lydeyard St. Lawrence, nr. Taunton,
TA4 3SW

Situated in the heart of The Quantock Hills, designated an area of outstanding beauty, Coursley Farm is a medieval farm with two lovingly restored holiday cottages.  Both cottages have two bedrooms (the larger of the two has two bathrooms with the capacity for sleeping 5 people).  If it's beautiful walks on the Quantock Hills, cream teas or good pub lunches that you are after, we can offer all of these!   We are 20 mins drive from Taunton town centre and close to the cities of Bath, Bristol and Exeter, not to mention the famous beach of Kilve for fossil hunting and coastal walks. Please take a look at our website http://www.coursleyfarmcottages.co.uk/ for more info or telephone Vicky on 01984 667341 for more details. Website:  www.coursleyfarmcottages.co.uk Telephone: Vicky on 01984 667341

Higher House, Hillcommon, Taunton, TA4 1DU. 

Visit England Gold Award.  A studio style self-catering apartment on the second floor of a converted barn on a smallholding 15 minutes  west of Taunton on B3227 adjacent to Oake.  Peaceful, but convenient position.  Fully equipped, extensive garden and grounds, plentiful off street parking, secure cycle storage, well behaved dog welcome. Sleeps 5 plus cot.  Price during July and August is £525 per week, including electricity, bed linen and towels - and Superfast Broadband. Website:    www.higherhouse.co.uk   Email:    hillcommon@gmail.com Telephone: Kirsten Horten - 01823 400570 or 07811 547226

Lavender Hill Holidays, Halse, Taunton, TA4 3AE.

Lavender Hill is a selection of 7 luxury, five star self catering holiday cottages on the edge of the conservation village of Halse only 20 mins drive from Kings College.  Halse has a fabulous pub that serves excellent food in easy strolling distance .  Lavender Hill is enjoyed by lots of cricketing families, the cottages accommodate between 4 and 12 and are all family friendly and have WiFi, most are dog friendly , all have private hot tubs and gardens.  Five share an indoor swimming pool.    The other two are next to The West Somerset Steam Railway with amazing views of the steam trains.  Please do book early as we get booked up very quickly.

Please call Kate Rucklidge. Telephone: 01984656622   Mobile:07813821475 Email: kate@lavenderhillholidays.co.uk Website: www.lavenderhillholidays.co.uk

The Winchester Arms, Church Road, Trull, Taunton,  TA3 7LG.

Nestling at the bottom of the Blackdown Hills just 1.5 miles from the centre of Taunton, The Winchester Arms is a traditional village pub, situated beside the stream in the beautiful village of Trull. Whether you're after a light bite for lunch, a delicious dinner, a bed for the night, or just a quiet pint, you've found the right place!! In addition, our beer garden is a rural idyll with extensive comfortable seating adjacent to our BBQ area. Also available is our skittle alley for groups to use if you fancy a game! We pride ourselves, ciders, a wide selection of wines and we serve traditional, homemade meals and our Special Board always contains some mouth watering options.  Look on our website for special food and quiz nights. If you want to linger longer, why not book one of our B & B letting rooms.

Telephone: 01823 284723  Bookings: bookings@winchesterarmstrull.co.uk Website: www.winchesterarmstrull.co.uk

Bidwell Farm Cottages, Bidwell Farm, Upottery, nr. Honiton, East Devon, EX14 9PP. 

Beautiful ‘home from home’ award winning self catering cottages, located in the Blackdown Hills, a 25 minute drive to King’s College. The Cowbyre and The Haybarton which won bronze in the South West Tourism Awards this year both sleep 6 comfortably in 3 en-suite bedrooms and are rated 5* Gold by Visit England. The cottages sit in 5 acres of private grounds providing abundant space for cricket practice. Each cottage has all modern conveniences as well as Sky TV and free Wifi. The local pub which serves great family food is an 8 minute walk away or why not enjoy the beautiful views from the cottage and use our Weber BBQ’s instead. The cottages are ideally located for exploring the South West Coast Path, Exmoor and Dartmoor for non-cricketing days. Guests quoting the Cricket Festival on booking will receive £100 off the weekly rate.

Website: www.bidwellfarm.co.uk    Email: caroline@bidwellfarm.co.uk Contact: Caroline: 07786 936162   or 01823 259138

The Hatch Inn, Hatch Beauchamp, Taunton, TA3 6SG.

A charming country inn set in the heart of Hatch Beauchamp, just 10 minutes' drive from Kings College.  We offer 5 well-appointed en-suite rooms all tastefully decorated. We are proud of our 4 star award from the AA.  We offer a fantastic menu for both lunch and dinner as well as a hearty Hatch Inn breakfast. We always use good quality ingredients which we source locally where possible. Our bar showcases all that the West country and beyond have to offer from cider, beers, local wine and gins.  The Hatch Inn is a vibrant pub with fantastic hospitality with excellent online reviews.

Please contact Clare and Tony Website: www.thehatchinn.co.uk Email: info@thehatchinn.co.uk Telephone: 01823 480245

Mountlands Lodge ~ Self Catering Accommodation Chalet ~ 113, South Road, Taunton, TA1 3EA.

Discount for those booking through our website or direct with us by phone/email. Situated just a 3 minute walk from Kings College Playing Fields, Mountlands Lodge promises the most perfect and convenient location for Cricket Festival families. The spacious, modern, open-plan accommodation can be flexibly arranged to meet most families needs. Ideal for couples or families. The Lodge boasts a King Sized bedroom, en-suite, with a King Sized pull-out Day Bed, which can also be used as a single bed. We can also supply a travel cot for tiny travellers and have a Z Bed or two as well. This would be cosy, but achievable. The bathroom has doors to both the bedroom and the living area; ideal for children to access the toilet in the night without disturbing the grown ups (!). The bathroom has a large shower, "his & hers" basin and WC and large towel heater. With a contemporary, fully equipped large kitchen with breakfast bar, you will feel like you are at home, with the use of dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, oven with 4 ring gas hob and grill, toaster, Nespresso machine, fridge with freezer compartment. Outside the Lodge enjoys its own private sun-bathing area with outdoor shower, BBQ, patio furniture with parasol and a small lawned area. For the adventurous, you can use the families homemade outdoor Pizza oven! All towels and bedding are provided. The Lodge is equipped with all the cleaning products you need to leave the lodge as you found it.  Our housekeeper will take care of bathrooms and bedding ready for the next guests. Parking for one standard sized vehicle included. Sorry, no trucks or vans. Hosts: Simon and Louise Tilden with resident rescue dogs, Lola and Dotty Telephone: 01823 326521 stay@selfcateringtaunton.co.uk