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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 stone building with multiple windows and a signboard.
A cozy bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a wall-mounted painting, and a window with curtains.
A plate with a sandwich, bread, and a small dish of butter.

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
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Wells Cathedral
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, wooden beams, a bed with white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, a dresser with drawers, a radiator, and a window with a plaid curtain.

Classic Double Room, Shared Bathroom

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

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a nightstand, and a mirror.

Classic Single Room, Shared Bathroom

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

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.
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What's nearby

  • Kilver Court - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Royal Bath and West Showground - 10 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 - 34 min drive - 21.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oakhill Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Whitstone's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Shepton Brasserie - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min walk

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)
  • Individually decorated
  • 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

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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. 33 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 85 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

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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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice staff, bar/lounge area and rooms. Ideal for a night or 2 if you are visiting the local area for sight seeing etc. Shepton mallet high street is about 10-15 minute walk away although it is uphill. Taxis where hard to get although could have just been the time of day on the weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We really enjoyed our two-night stay at the Horseshoe Inn. Jamie was welcoming and the room was clean and spacious. The food was also incredible! You can tell it’s home cooked and fresh. All the previous reviews I read are true. I couldn’t recommend this place highly enough.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10/10. Wonderful staff that really went above and beyond to accommodate us quote last minute. Quality food, reasonably priced beverages, and great conversation from the staff. The room was comfortable, and given the price I couldn’t have dreamt of any more. Very appreciative of Jaimie’s efforts to accommodate us.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

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

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

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

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
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8/10 Good

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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10/10 Excellent

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

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

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nice Place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice welcome from owners. Excellent breakfast. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

6/10 Okay

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

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

6/10 Okay

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hi Jamie is a lovely young lady that runs the pub. Very helpful. The property is an old pub. There’s homemade food but no breakfast. But up the hill is a great cafe called The Hive. Unfortunately due to the heat we had to have window wide open, the problem is that it’s a is a busy road and therefore you hear lots of traffic noise even late at night . The bedroom 2 has a blind on back wall that lets light in from hall way .( I personally would block ) The shared bathroom needs some work ( note the floorboards by toilet / sink . The bathroom window are not opaque so could do with replacement glazing if you are concerned about potentially being seen from outside or opposite house . This is a lovely location for the small town . I wish Jamie all the best and am not trying to to offend , just giving you some feedback.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026