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    The Castle at Taunton

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    Castle Green, Taunton TA1 1NF, England
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    Reviewed 3 days ago
    WOW WOW WOW!!

    Couldn't wait to come back....it took me 48 years mind!! I was last here in 1970,I just wanted to return to reminisce. Ok 48 years ago you could drive into the car park(so I was told) and get a space for free,nowadays you have to...More

    Thank freddiedoncaster
    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Fantastic Wedding Day

    My husband and I chose the Castle for our Wedding Reception in March 2018. The whole process of arrangement was professional and hassle free(thank you Tess). They bent over backwards to meet our requests. Nothing was too much trouble. The day of the reception was...More

    Thank devonshiredumpling31
    Response from Marc M, General Manager at The Castle at TauntonResponded 1 week ago

    Dear devonshiredumnpling31 Congratulations on your wedding and a big thank you for your excellent review. We hope to see you back soon. Best regards Marc

    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Great castle in great location

    Had a comfortable and satisfied stay at this hotel. Hotel looked beautiful inside out and rooms were charming with unique designs for all rooms. Had fun checking out all the different rooms. Appreciate that there was an elevator! Breakfast was good and it was a...More

    Thank Mulberry79
    Response from Marc M, General Manager at The Castle at TauntonResponded 1 week ago

    Dear Mulberry79 Thank you for the great review. Best regards Marc

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Beautiful

    Lovely hotel in easy walking distance of shops and restaurants. We had a superior room and it was a very good size with an enormous bed, decent shower in the bathroom and nice cosy robes Breakfast was plentiful with lots of choice. Something for everyone....More

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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Excellent

    Went for afternoon tea and really enjoyed the experience very friendly staff and excellent service, all the food was home made looked and tasted great. The surroundings were opulent and we would love to go back again

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    Brian B
    6 January 2018|
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    Response from alanw258 | Reviewed this property |
    Hi Brian , Google to get west somerset railway co uk site will give u the timetable costs access info etc.. Can I ask about your planned visit , if your itinerary includes other west country sites /Towns in... More
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    Response from Gambinus | Reviewed this property |
    Yes - there is a car park with limited spaces and you have to have a token to exit.
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    Response from Vegan V | Reviewed this property |
    Hi Clive, They allow animal companions inside the hotel everywhere except the eating area, and for an additional charge, they will allow your extra animal guest to stay with you in the room :) Vegan Vocalist
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    Room Tips
    "There is a lift but once you leave it there are steps to various landings. Rooms at the rear may be quieter."
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    "Get a room with a view over the front entrance"
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    "Third floor rooms are slightly bigger but not had a bad room here"
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    "If you are there as a family, rooms 8 and 11 have a shared door into a hall area with 8 and 11 of it."
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