Shepton Mallet Viaduct

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The most gorgeous view of Shepton Mallet
Charlton Viaduct is a Grade 11 listed, disused railway bridge. Originally built in the 1870's, it consists of 27 arches. It can also be seen from the grounds of Kilver Court where it forms a structural backdrop to the secret gardens. 

Hauser Wirth Garden Opening

Photo via www.hauserwirthsomerset.com

Opening 14th September 2014

Piet Oudolf, the internationally-renowned landscape designer from the Netherlands has designed the landscaping scheme for the entire site.

Hauser & Wirth Somerset -Dropping Ln, Bruton BA10

United Kingdom

From New York to Somerset - International Gallery opens soon!

Opens Tuesday 15th July 2014 at 9am

Hauser & Wirth Somerset is a pioneering world-class gallery and multi-purpose arts centre, which acts as a destination for experiencing art, architecture and the remarkable Somerset landscape through new and innovative exhibitions of contemporary art, as well as offering locally-sourced produce in an on-site restaurant 'Roth Bar & Grill' run by 'At The Chapel', an award-winning restaurant based in Bruton. 

The gallery exhibition programme offers an extensive variety of events and learning opportunities inspired by the exhibitions, countryside and the local community, and is accompanied by an active artists’ residency programme. The centre also provides resources including a library and bookshop, and a landscaped meadow designed by Piet Oudolf. 

Hauser & Wirth Somerset is open with free admission 

six days per week, throughout the year. 

www.hauserwirthsomerset.com

Kilver Court Christmas Designer Sale

CHRISTMAS DESIGNER SALE UP TO 75% OFF FOR 3 DAYS ONLY! 16th, 17th & 18th November FASHION - GIFTS - HOME INTERIORS
P.S Christmas Designer Sale 16th -18th November Featuring special guest brands including Christmas Sale also includes all your favourite Emporium Brands including : KAREN COLE - MACKINTOSH - MIH ORLA KIELY- MARGARET HOWELL ISABELLA OLIVER- RICHARD JAMES CRUMPET- BROWNS & MANY MORE GET A BOOKING DISCOUNT Reservations : 07768 930380 QUOTE TAKE10 WHEN MAKING A TABLE RESERVATION No21 Interiors upstairs in the Kilver Court Shop

A meal at The Shrubbery

It was our friend's birthday last night, usually we venture out of town, but this time I was pleasantly surprised that I could enjoy a glass of red and didn't have to drive. We headed to The Shrubbery in Shepton Mallet. New owners took over in December 2011 and have given the bar and restaurant a fresh new look.

The Shrubberry in the past had retained a rather dark Victorian style,but today you are instantly welcomed by a fresh, white-washed interior with classic and contemporary touches. Wonderful to see a clean, spotless bar

In the restaurant the smell of lilies was sublime. It was a light filled room 
and a warm atmosphere, with candles and a large chandelier.

    http://www.theshrubberyhotel.com/eatdrinkmeet.html

Crisp white tablecloths, a show-case of wine, and soft ambient music.

 I chose the Exmoor blue cheese salad, apple and walnuts, with a sweet Balsamic dressing, 

and I couldn't resist the spicy three bean chilli with turmeric rice, jalapeno peppers and sour cream. 

The Somerset pork and apple sausages served with creamy mash 
and a cider sauce was the most popular at our table. 

Distracted by the desert of home-made 70% dark chocolate ice cream, with dusted cocoa powder & Espresso shot, I had eaten it before I remembered to take a photo!

Thank you Adrian, Lorraine and staff at The Shrubbery for a fabulous evening.

The Shrubbery Hotel www.theshrubberyhotel.com  (New website coming soon!)

Open every day of the week, the restaurant serves everything from morning coffees and nibbles through to wholesome lunches and an a la carte restaurant menu in the evenings. The menus use locally sourced produce and are well-priced.

The hotel has 8 rooms, the majority of which are en-suite and can provide conference facilities for business meetings. The Shrubbery also has an extensive garden and terrace maintained to a high level in which to relax.

Comments;

Company formations18 September 2012 23:29

The ambiance looks comfy. And the food looks great! I would love to drop by there one time!

Shepton 21 Facelift scheme

The 1970's reshaped the market square, the Academy clock tower remains today but look at the tranformation of the building (left of the tower) now a Georgian looking facade.

By Coxley Developments / Joe Lee Construction

Why Town Street ?

Shepton Mallet had been (until the last few years) unloved, some of its history hit by the 1970's, however, in context anyone moving to the town would not see much evidence, a wealth of history remains. We were attracted to the town, its long stretch of Georgian buildings and pretty market square with a Buttercross in the centre.

Town Street, at the bottom of town (next to the Market Square) is a traffic free area where new busineses have settled and now showing very positive signs, this was where we decided to open No21

Photograph; view from Market square through Town Street (now moved to 12 Market Place)