The Castle at Taunton

Castle Green, Taunton TA11NF United Kingdom (GBR)
4.0 Star property
51.015300 -3.104098
+1-800-219-2797
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4.0/5

Based on 875 guest reviews

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  • We have an outdoor pool ready for use
  • Fitness center on property
  • Hotel has 44 rooms
  • Hotel has 4 floors
  • Hotel has 5 suites
  • Check in time: 11am
  • Group booking rating of 8.9/10
  • Hotel has 5 meeting rooms

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Room types

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Local attractions

Hestercombe Gardens, The West Somerset Railway, The Museum of Somerset, plenty of Historic Houses and Gardens including National Trust properties, The Somerset Levels, Quantock, Blackdown and Mendip Hills.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 875 guest reviews

Property description

Located in the heart of Somerset's county town of Taunton, The Castle is steeped in history and the romance of the past. Run by the Chapman family for the past 60 year it has in this time won awards for the warmth of its hospitality and the excellence of its kitchens. BRAZZ, the informal brasserie is open from 7am Monday - Saturday and 8am Sunday and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner using fresh local produce. Castle Bow Bar & Grill is a stylish Art Deco restaurant serving fantastic dishes using the best of local produce (open Wednesday - Saturday for dinner). Our private meeting and dining rooms are individually decorated ensuring that you'll find one to suit your party - no matter what the size and style of your occasion.

Details / Other expenses

Check-in: 11am
Check-out: 2pm
Year of last renovation: 2013
Floors: 4
Rooms: 44
Corridors: All rooms have interior hallways
Non-smoking rooms: 44
Rooms with disabled access: 0
Suites: 5
Room windows: Windows do open
Cleaning frequency: Daily
Meeting rooms: 5 View spaces
Meeting space: 14642 sq. feet
Event space: Holds 80 people
Dist. to food/bars: On-site
Dist. to a 24hr restaurant: On-site
Dist. to the nearest gym: 0.5 Miles
Lounge/Bar hours: 7am-11pm
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
As per contract sent, however, generally fees apply three months prior to arrival
Nightly parking: 5.00
Typical group deposit: 25% of total amount
Total taxes: 0.00%
Total misc. fees: £0.00 GBP
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
VAT: Value Added Tax: 20.00 VAT % Inclusive
Parking Fee: 5.00 Per Night (In hotel)
Gym Fee: 10.00 Per Day
Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: 8.50 Per Person
Avg. Plated Breakfast Cost: 12.50 Per Person
Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: 20.00 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: 18.00 Per Person
Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: 34.00 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: 22.00 Per Person
Morning Break Cost: 3.50 Per Person
Afternoon Break Cost: 3.50 Per Person
Banquet Soft Drinks: 2.50 Per Person
Banquet Bottled Water: 3.00 Per Person

Amenities / Features


  • Alarm clock
  • Central location
  • Charge for early check out
  • Clothes drying
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Dinner available
  • Elevator
  • Fax available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Central heating
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Licensed bar
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Pets allowed
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Private car parking
  • Private garden grounds
  • Restaurant
  • 24 hours room service
  • Shower
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • Breakfast in room
  • Golf course on hotel grounds
  • Fitness and health center
  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Hairdryer available
  • Facilities for the disabled

Airport & shuttle information

Bristol and Exeter International airports are both approx. 40 minutes drive from The Castle at Taunton

Is there an airport shuttle? Sorry but no airport shuttle is available.

Pet friendly?

Yes! Pets are allowed.
Small dogs allowed in bedrooms only by prior arrangement - £15 pn

Suggested AI generated itinerary

    Day 1

  • Breakfast: The Castle at Taunton - Enjoy a luxurious breakfast in your hotel, known for its locally sourced produce - 0 miles
  • Lunch: Augustus - A cosy bistro offering innovative British cuisine, perfect for a light lunch - 0.3 miles
  • Dinner: The Willow Tree - Dine in a charming setting with a creative and seasonal menu - 0.7 miles
  • Activity: Vivary Park - Explore this beautiful park with gardens, a golf course, and tennis courts - 0.5 miles away
  • Day 2

  • Breakfast: The Castle at Taunton - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at your hotel - 0 miles
  • Lunch: Me & Mrs Jones - Delight in homemade cakes and a light lunch in this quaint cafe - 0.4 miles
  • Dinner: Ciao Amore - An authentic Italian experience with a warm atmosphere - 0.6 miles
  • Activity: The Museum of Somerset - Discover Somerset's rich history and heritage, located in a castle - 0.2 miles away
  • Day 3

  • Breakfast: The Castle at Taunton - Enjoy the hotel's breakfast with fresh pastries and coffee - 0 miles
  • Lunch: The Hatch Inn - A traditional pub offering classic English dishes in a cosy setting - 5 miles
  • Dinner: Silvers Pantry - Experience the best of British cuisine with locally sourced ingredients - 4 miles
  • Activity: Hestercombe Gardens - Visit these stunning formal gardens for a peaceful day out - 4.5 miles away

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Meeting rooms and event rooms at The Castle at Taunton

Below are the meeting, conference and event spaces at The Castle at Taunton.

Feel free to use the The Castle at Taunton meeting space capacities chart below to help with your event planning. HotelPlanner specialises in Taunton event planning for hotel rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, as well as negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting room name L x W x H
(Metres)
Size
(sqm)
Event
5'/6
Event space layout
Crescent
Crescent tables layout
Classroom
Classroom meeting layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow square table layout
U-shape
U-shape meeting layout
Boardroom
Boardroom meeting space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention booth layout
Theatre
Theatre layout
Reception
Reception desk for meetings
Regist.
desk
Registration desk for meetings
Music Room 14 x 7 x 4 1180 --/70 50 40 -- 35 35 15/-- 100 120 --
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Music Room

The Music Room is perfect for large conferences, AGM's, training events and seminars up to 100. It also provides the perfect space for large dinners or receptions.
Room type:
General Meeting Room
Total size:
12701.4 Sq. Miles
Dimensions:
14 x 7 x 4 M
Floor level:
1
Power outlets:
16
Columns:
0
Windows:
4
Is there natural light?
Yes
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
No
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
No
Amenities available
  • Coffee / Tea Setup
  • Food / Beverage
  • Projection equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Sound System
Half-day space rental fee:
£315.00 GBP
Full-day space rental fee:
£500.00 GBP
Evening space rental fee:
£300.00 GBP
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Garden Room 14 x 6 x 3 84 48/50 35 30 -- 24 30 --/10 65 60 --
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Garden Room

The Garden Room is suitable for smaller meetings, networking events, and business lunches for up to 50. The room is also perfect for fine dining and drinks receptions for up to 50.
Room type:
General Meeting Room
Total size:
904.2 Sq. Miles
Dimensions:
14 x 6 x 3 M
Floor level:
Ground level
Power outlets:
6
Columns:
0
Windows:
5
Is there natural light?
Yes
Are there obstructions?
Yes
Are there built in screens?
No
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
No
Amenities available
  • Coffee / Tea Setup
  • Food / Beverage
  • Projection equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • Microphone
  • Flip Chart
  • Computer Rentals
  • Sound System
Half-day space rental fee:
£315.00 GBP
Full-day space rental fee:
£500.00 GBP
Evening space rental fee:
£300.00 GBP
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Wisteria Room 10 x 4 x 3 46 24/30 20 16 -- 20 24 --/-- 40 40 --
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Wisteria Room

The Wisteria Room is the ideal space for networking lunches, breakfast meetings or small meetings for up to 40. This room can be combined with the Garden Room to provide an L-Shape with a larger capacity.
Room type:
General Meeting Room
Total size:
495.1 Sq. Miles
Dimensions:
10 x 4 x 3 M
Floor level:
Ground level
Power outlets:
3
Columns:
0
Windows:
3
Is there natural light?
Yes
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
No
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
No
Amenities available
  • Coffee / Tea Setup
  • Food / Beverage
  • Projection equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • Flip Chart
  • Computer Rentals
  • Sound System
Half-day space rental fee:
£250.00 GBP
Full-day space rental fee:
£350.00 GBP
Evening space rental fee:
£200.00 GBP
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Penthouse 5 x 6 x 2 32 --/-- -- -- -- -- 12 --/-- 20 30 --
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Penthouse

The Penthouse is the perfect location for small meetings or small networking events. The Penthouse has its own coffee lounge and private balcony. The main meeting space can also be used for private dining for up to 12 and has the 'wow' factor to impress business clients.
Room type:
General Meeting Room
Total size:
344.4 Sq. Miles
Dimensions:
5 x 6 x 2 M
Floor level:
4
Power outlets:
6
Columns:
0
Windows:
4
Is there natural light?
Yes
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
No
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
No
Amenities available
  • Coffee / Tea Setup
  • Food / Beverage
  • Projection equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • Flip Chart
  • Computer Rentals
  • Sound System
Half-day space rental fee:
£250.00 GBP
Full-day space rental fee:
£350.00 GBP
Evening space rental fee:
£200.00 GBP
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Syndicate Room 5 x 3 x 2 18 --/-- -- -- -- -- 8 --/-- -- -- --
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Syndicate Room

The Syndicate Room is suited for interviews or small business meetings for up to 8 delegates
Room type:
General Meeting Room
Total size:
193.8 Sq. Miles
Dimensions:
5 x 3 x 2 M
Floor level:
3
Power outlets:
2
Columns:
0
Windows:
2
Is there natural light?
Yes
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
Yes
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
Yes
Amenities available
  • Coffee / Tea Setup
  • Food / Beverage
  • Projection equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Teleconferencing
  • Flip Chart
Half-day space rental fee:
£105.00 GBP
Full-day space rental fee:
£175.00 GBP
Evening space rental fee:
£100.00 GBP
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FAQs about The Castle at Taunton

What time is check in?

Check in time is 11am based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 2pm based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does The Castle at Taunton have?

There are 44 sleeping rooms in the hotel.

Is there any meeting space at The Castle at Taunton?

Yes, they have 5 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

Can I get a AAA rate at The Castle at Taunton?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at The Castle at Taunton?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.

Is there a gym at The Castle at Taunton?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at The Castle at Taunton?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property..

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