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Gateway to the West Country, Somerset is abuzz with agriculture and industry, offering visitors a thriving slice of English culture and countryside. Home to world-famous cheeses and cider, it’s a go-to destination for all things food – especially when winter rolls around. From traditional pubs hidden deep in the countryside to glamorous restaurants serving up champagne and caviar, take a look at some of the best spots for Christmas Day lunch in Somerset.
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An iconic pub set in a prime position in the heart of the city, this dog-friendly watering hole serves up delicious food alongside live music. With plenty of space inside to rest your legs, there's also a courtyard beer garden for fans of al fresco dining. Popular attractions such as the Roman Baths, Theatre Royal and Bath Abbey sit close by so there's plenty of time to enjoy the city's stunning light display before sitting down for lunch.
With plenty of options to choose from, highlights for Christmas Day lunch include Severn and Wye smoked salmon and prawn salad, roast turkey breast and Butcombe Ale Christmas pudding.
Accessibility notes: This pub is wheelchair-accessible, with a ramp to the main entrance.
Nestled in the cobbled streets of the historic market town of Frome, The Archangel is a charming, traditional pub, serving a three-course menu on Christmas Day for £90 per person. We're undecided between the pumpkin, cider and chestnut soup or the duck liver mousse for a starter. There are plenty of tempting options for the main course too, including sirloin grass-fed beef with Yorkshire pudding and seasonal vegetables, or the butternut squash and lentil Wellington.
To round things off, tuck into a toffee apple, fig and chestnut crumble, or an Oxford Blue and Tunworth Camembert. After your festive lunch, take a stroll through the town or alongside the River Frome, where you'll find a plethora of other restaurants, pubs and cafés to visit during your stay.
Accessibility notes: This pub is spacious and wheelchair-friendly.
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Surrounded by rolling green pastures, this traditional pub in North Somerset is perfect for enjoying great food with your family and friends this Christmas. Featuring a suntrap courtyard and lawn, rest and recharge after exploring the Mendip Hills at The George.
Catering to an array of different palettes, you can expect to find plenty of meat, vegetarian and vegan options. Serving a three-course menu from midday onwards, you’ll be greeted with a glass of champagne on arrival, perfect for sipping on while you make those all-important foodie decisions.
Along with some less-traditional options including Highland venison duo or salmon en croûte, you can expect to find roast turkey with pigs in blankets and classic festive desserts including Christmas pudding or apple crumble tart, with brandy butter ice cream. If you’re visiting with little ones, there’s also a specially designed menu featuring toad in the hole and macaroni cheese, followed by ice cream sundaes.
Spectacular sea views await at this dog-friendly pub in North Somerset. On Christmas Day, a four-course lunch is available for £99 per person, featuring a combination of traditional, pescatarian and vegetarian dishes. Start with Devon dressed crab or baked brie cheesecake, before moving onto the Usk Vale turkey breast or pan roasted halibut with English sparkling wine and caviar sauce.
With a great selection of tempting puddings on the menu, it's tricky to choose just one. Whether you opt for the dark chocolate mousse, the mulled wine poached pear, or the plate of Somerset cheeses, your taste buds won't be disappointed.
Accessibility notes: This pub has disabled parking, step-free access and a lift.
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Highlighting flavour and balance, this beautifully modernised 19th-century schoolhouse is ideal for those who appreciate chic surroundings as much as the food. Filled with twinkling lights and sparkling service, ascend to the mezzanine floor for a glass of champagne under vaulted ceilings adorned with chandeliers before settling in for a festive-themed set menu.
Perfect for those looking to take the stress out of every aspect of the day, the only decision you'll have to make is what tipple to pair with your food. The celebrations are £150 per person and you'll be treated to spiced Devon duck leg fritter to start, followed by roast turkey and all the trimmings for mains. When you're almost ready to retire to your sofa, tuck into a milk chocolate custard tart, with clementine sorbet for the perfect end to the day. The separate vegetarian menu features a range of festive delights, including root vegetable mince pies and wild mushroom parfait, with sherry gel and sourdough crumpet.
Accessibility notes: Access to the bar is up a steep set of stairs but everywhere else is on the same level. This restaurant offers table service.
Located on the bustling High Street in Frome, this hotel and restaurant offers a fabulous setting for Christmas Day lunch, at £85 per head. Choose between duck liver parfait with orange and chestnut dressing, or French onion soup to start, followed by honey glazed confit duck leg or mushroom wellington for the main.
Save some room for a sweet treat at the end of the meal, with many delicious options to choose from, including the crème brûlée served with Christmas pudding ice cream, or the dark chocolate and hazelnut finger, served with mango and passionfruit sorbet.
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Step through the doors of this family-owned grade II-listed building for a dreamy evening under the lights. As you head inside for the main event, stop to admire the 18-foot Christmas tree for a true festive welcome before taking your seats with a glass of fizz. For £150, four delicious courses, tea or coffee and petit fours are all included and you can arrive any time after 12:30 - just make sure to secure your slot online.
We recommend the salt baked celeriac as a starter, followed by roast Somerset turkey for the main course, before taking a tour of the grounds and enjoying a generous helping of Christmas frangipane.
Accessibility notes: The main entrance has a set of revolving doors and a ramp put in place to allow access for wheelchairs.
In the heart of the Somerset countryside, The Holcombe is a cosy, dog-friendly pub, with a roaring fire, welcoming atmosphere and a marvellous festive menu for Christmas Day lunch. Arrive to homemade sourdough and nibbles on the table to enjoy while you peruse the menu. The poached tiger prawns and the pan fried scallops with roasted chestnut and pancetta are just two of the tempting options to start off the meal.
For the main course, the pan roasted pheasant breast is sure to go down a treat, while the portobello mushroom pithivier is a tasty vegetarian option. The dark chocolate tart, served with mulled wine poached pears has our vote for pudding, or the Christmas pudding with brandy sauce for those who prefer something a bit more traditional.
Accessibility notes: This countryside pub benefits from wheelchair access.
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Get yourselves into the festive spirit and book a table at this country-chic hotel, renowned for its 25-mile radius menus and proximity to the Mendip Hills. Start the day with a mulled cider and a serving of pork crackling, then get stuck into a Christmas Day menu with ham hock terrine, roast bronze turkey breast and the self-titled Christmas pudding served with brandy sauce, or cranberry and ginger cheesecake for afters. If there's room for more, round off your meal with a mini mince pie and espresso.
Read our guide to some of the best restaurants in Bath for more places to dine during your stay.
Accessibility notes: At The Pig near Bath, there's a small lip access to the hotel, through either the front door or the private dining space. Small ramps are in place for wheelchairs, with access to ground floor rooms and the hotel's garden.
At the edge of the Mendip Hills, you'll find the historical cathedral city of Wells. In a central location in Market Place, The Crown at Wells is offering a sumptuous two-course or three-course lunch for Christmas celebrations. We recommend the Newberry's Smokehouse smoked salmon, crayfish and avocado terrine to start, followed by the pork fillet with parma ham and Somerset cider for main. Vegetarian choices include a leek and potato soup with black truffle, and a mushroom and spinach crêpe parmentier.
Satisfy your sweet tooth with the clementine and lemon posset, or the warm Somerset apple pudding cake for afters, then wrap up warm for a stroll beside Wells Cathedral and along the River Sheppy.
Accessibility notes: A ramp can be arranged in advance to provide access for wheelchair users.
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Just a 20-minute drive from Frome, At The Chapel in Bruton offers a unique dining experience in a beautifully converted chapel. With an in-house bakery and wine store, your yuletide celebrations couldn't be in safer hands, with every meal cooked from scratch. Carefully curated for the day, the three-course menu features delicious dishes, including venison carpaccio, poached figs, ox tail wellington, and mulled apple pavlova. If you're dining with your four-legged friends, dogs are welcome in the seating areas in the gallery, clubroom and terrace, but aren't allowed in the main restaurant.
Accessibility notes: There's a step up from the High Street to the entrance foyer. Once in the foyer, there are no steps through the ground floor and into the restaurant, bakery shop and hotel reception.
For more tasty recommendations, take a look at our 'Where to eat in Frome' and 'The best country pubs in Somerset' blog posts.
Nestled in a wild spot deep in the Somerset countryside, surround yourself with acres of rolling pastures with a stay at Upcott Farm. Comprising a spacious barn conversion and a beautifully restored hayloft, the neighbouring Nightjar (sleeping eight) and Willow’s Rest (sleeping four) occupy an enviable position on the edge of Exmoor National Park. Dog-friendly and set amongst stunning countryside, it’s perfect for lovers of the great outdoors.
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Last updated: 29th October 2025
