The Horseshoe Inn

Property class: 4

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An outdoor patio with stone flooring, wooden tables and benches, and umbrellas.
A bar with various beer taps, a glass of beer, and a bottle of Fever Tree water.
A plate with a sandwich, bread, and a small dish of butter.
A cozy bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a wall-mounted painting, and a window with curtains.
A stone building with multiple windows and a signboard.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Bowlish, Shepton Mallet, England, BA4 3JG
  • Place, Kilver Court
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Bath and West Showground
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Wells Cathedral
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Single Room, Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Shepton Mallet

Located 1 mi (1.6 km) from Kilver Court, The Horseshoe Inn is within a 10-minute drive of Royal Bath and West Showground. This 4-room, 4-star bed & breakfast has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Kilver Court - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Royal Bath and West Showground - 9 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Wells Cathedral - 14 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Cheddar Gorge - 26 min drive - 19.7 miles
  • Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 33 min drive - 21.4 miles

Getting around

  • Castle Cary Station - 15 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cheeky Bean - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Thatched Cottage Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Meal Machine - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The George Inn - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Horseshoe Inn

Guests of The Horseshoe Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and free use of bicycles. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and tours/tickets. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a garden and a TV in a common area.
32-inch Smart TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and free toiletries. Coffee makers and wardrobes or closets are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Horseshoe Shepton Mallet
The Horseshoe Inn Shepton Mallet
The Horseshoe Inn Bed & breakfast
The Horseshoe Inn Bed & breakfast Shepton Mallet

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Horseshoe Inn?

The Horseshoe Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see near The Horseshoe Inn?

This bed & breakfast is located in Shepton Mallet within a short 19-minute walk of Kilver Court. You'll also find Royal Bath and West Showground and Mendip Hills within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Horseshoe Inn?

No, there isn't parking at this bed & breakfast.

Does The Horseshoe Inn feature a casino at the property?

No, The Horseshoe Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Horseshoe Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What do couples enjoy most about The Horseshoe Inn?

Couples staying at this bed & breakfast will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead and a smart TV as well as a restaurant.

Does The Horseshoe Inn have a hot tub?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Horseshoe Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Horseshoe Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Horseshoe Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, dogs stay free at The Horseshoe Inn and the property also provides food and water bowls.

Does The Horseshoe Inn have connecting rooms available?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Horseshoe Inn?

The closest major airport to The Horseshoe Inn is Bristol International Airport (BRS), which is 21.2 mi away (42 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Horseshoe Inn?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Horseshoe Inn offer a deck/patio.

The Horseshoe Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 80 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable room to stay in for one night having travelled down from West Yorkshire for a funeral celebration at the Crematorium nearby.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Fay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don't drink, and what national park are you referring too.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a lovely welcome on a very cold and wet night! Room was so cosy, felt really homely and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and the staff are very nice. There is no allocated parking but there is plenty on the road opposite. If you arrive earlier than pub opening times you will be asked to phone ahead and you may need to head back up the hill to find signal.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elsie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Gorgeous room, AMAZING shower and such friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Matt

Liked: Staff & service
QUite old fashioned and our room smelled of wet dog, which was off-putting. Bed was really not good quality or comfortable, it was more like a water bed. Amenities are basic and sharign one bathrom between at least 6 rooms is not great. The woman beind the bar was lovely and friendly, but apart from that it was very average I'm afraid.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great food dog friendly friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The lady who checked me in was excellent, very courteous and helpful. Amenities were very good, and room was clean. Bed was comfortable, my pillow was too soft, but that is a personal observation and choice. Overall an excellent choice!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Sidney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value for money Ideal location for what i needed
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I was running late so phoned ahead and they extended check-in time and staff were really helpful and friendly on arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jamie booked us in last minute and the room was perfect, thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners and staff were very helpful nothing to much trouble Food excelent comfy beds lovely bedroom All in all great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A stones through from the Festival

A very friendly stay. Comfortable & clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

Nice Place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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6/10 Okay

Lynn

One night stay perfect

This was a pleasant stay and ideal for one night, could have been a little cleaner. Jamie was the perfect host very helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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6/10 Okay

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Very friendly welcome and a nice meal on my arrival. Pleased to be upgraded to a private en suite. The staff had turned up the heat in my room which was a lovely thought BUT I couldn’t find a way to turn it down (and I have operated radiators in my time). Room was quirky, which I don’t mind, but one thing I spoils suggest is that the mattress is changed. Way too thin, and definitely not very comfortable! Other than that, it was just what I needed for a quick sleepover before seeing my son the day after.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice friendly place to stay.

Absolutely fine accommodation above a pub. Shared bathroom, but with a very nice shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly anf clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice welcome from owners. Excellent breakfast. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good but very cold in bedroom
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

BARRY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing staff

Very helpful and friendly staff, it's a bit rustic, but clean and really nice rooms. Food good also. Friendly local pub feel. I will be back next year
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well managed and lovely place to stay. I wish I could have stayed more days. Very friendly restaurant and pub downstairs, everything taken care of. The area is accessible by bus in either direction (Wells or Bath) and the town itself is highly walkable. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023