Images by atthechapel.co.uk

At the Chapel is a contemporary gem in the scenic Somerset village of Bruton.

Housed within a beautiful Grade II Listed former congregational chapel, it offers a fantastic dining experience.

We have stayed and dined At the Chapel many times.

When we are in the vicinity, we always try to stop for lunch because this place never failed to meet our expectations.

The brasserie-style all-day menu features the best fresh West Country produce with a Mediterranean twist.

Just try one of their tempting wood-fired pizza’s!

On the ground floor the Bakery offers handmade artisan bread, pastries, filled sourdough donuts. Healthy salads, soups and sandwiches. Made fresh daily.

And it does not stop there! You can also spend the night because At the Chapel offers eight very comfortable rooms.

Fresh croissants are brought straight from the downstairs bakery to your door each morning.


Bruton

The charming town of Bruton is allegedly the smallest in England.

On the boundary of three counties – Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire – this town is exceedingly popular.

When gallerists Hauser & Wirth opened their Somerset outpost here in 2014 at renovated 17th-century Durslade Farm, it skyrocketed Bruton’s popularity.

The influx of the rich and famous attracted posh restaurants, galleries, shops and hotels. British Vogue even called it “the new Notting Hill”.

From a tranquil rural country town, Bruton became the poshest village in Somerset.

To be honest, this transformation did change the atmosphere.

Still, this town is worth a visit.

Head for Bruton in wintertime and you might experience the old days when locals dominated the scene.


Image by Cool Places Britain
Walking

There are many public footpaths, bridleways, country lanes or permissive routes to explore in and around Bruton.

Start by simply wandering around town and explore the narrow alleyways, known as “bartons” which run down to the River Brue.

The Bruton Town Council has published several walks which all start in Bruton. Combine one of these walks with a lunch At the Chapel.


Leland Trail

The Leland Trail is a 28 mile regional footpath route through traditional lowland landscape in the heart of rural South Somerset.

The route connects the Liberty Trail at Ham Hill and follows the route traversed by John Leland during his 16th century survey of Britain.

The trail can easily be broken down into 7 sections of between 1.5 and 5 miles. Stage 1 starts at King Alfred’s Tower and ends in Bruton. Stage 2 starts in Bruton and ends in Castle Cary.



Cool Places to Explore: Glastonbury Tor | Wells Cathedral | The Mendips | Frome | Longleat House | Stourhead | King Alfred’s Tower | Cranborne Chase | Hauser & Wirth Somerset | Cadbury Castle.