Compact, cosy and full of character. A comfortable base for a short break or a solo escape to Wells.
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A little Wells escape. A place to feel at home.
A historic inn beside Wells Cathedral.
Come for a good meal, settle in by the fire, or stay a little longer in the heart of Somerset.
Rooms at The White Hart
Make a night of it.
Choose a cosy Cabin, a Classic Double or a more spacious Superior Double, all beside Wells Cathedral. Explore the rooms below, check your dates directly, and browse the breakfast menu before your stay.
A welcoming double with traditional touches and room to unwind. Settle in after a day exploring the city.
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A little extra space to make yourself at home. An inviting choice for a longer stay or an occasion worth celebrating.
Check room availabilityA proper Somerset welcome
Find your fireside favourite.
Leave the exploring for tomorrow. Pull up a chair, discover something new on the bar and enjoy a little time well spent.
- Eighteen lines of discovery.
- Independent British beers and ciders, with a changing selection to keep things interesting. Ask us for a recommendation or a taster.
- Something for your taste.
- Small-batch British spirits and a carefully chosen wine list sit alongside our beers and ciders.
- Take it at your own pace.
- Low and no alcohol options mean everyone can find something to enjoy.
A good day out. An even better meal in.
Lunch after a wander, dinner with good company or a leisurely Sunday roast. Familiar favourites and seasonal flavours, served with a warm welcome.
Find a tableSomething worth sitting down for.
Our menus are being updated. Please get in touch with the pub for today’s choices.
Get in touchBring the occasion with you
Gather at The Hart.
The Hart’s Head Function Room gives weddings, private dinners and family celebrations a setting within our historic inn.
- Start with the occasion.
- Bring together the people you do not see often enough for speeches worth listening to and a meal to share. Tell us who is coming, when you would like to meet and what matters most. The team can discuss the room layout, menu and availability with you.
- Stay a little longer.
- If guests are travelling, ask about combining the gathering with a stay so the evening can end a little more gently.
What’s on at The White Hart?
A reason to come together.
See what’s coming up at the inn and find something to look forward to.
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Food
Sunday Roasts at The White Hart
Looking for a relaxing Sunday afternoon? Why not have one of our delicious roasts? Served every Sunday 12pm ’til 5pm. Booking recommended. Why not try one of our delicious sharing platters?
- Date
- Sun 11 Oct 2026
- Time
- 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
- Recurrence
- Weekly
Part of Wells for centuries
Old stories. New memories.
For more than five centuries, The White Hart has welcomed travellers to Wells.
We’re still here for the same good reasons: a meal, a drink and a place to rest.
Step outside. Step back in time.
Cathedral Green is just across the street. The market square, cobbled lanes and the Bishop’s Palace are all part of a day spent discovering Wells.
Take Wells at walking pace, from the cathedral to the Bishop’s Palace, or head into the Mendip countryside for the day. Return for dinner, then settle into a Cabin, Classic or Superior room. Check dates directly to see available room choices for your stay.
Stay a little longer
A little Wells. A little time for yourself.
There is a particular pleasure in staying above a proper pub: the city outside, dinner downstairs and your room waiting when the evening is done. Make The White Hart your starting point.
Dinner downstairs
Come back to something comforting.
After a day exploring, dinner should feel like part of the break. Pull up a chair, compare the best discoveries of the afternoon and choose something warming from the kitchen. Good food, a comfortable seat and nowhere else you need to be.
Lunch, evening and Sunday menus each have their own place in a Wells visit. Look through the current choices before you arrive, especially if you are planning around a performance, an attraction or a family gathering. You can reserve a table whether you are staying upstairs or simply joining us for a meal.
Turn a visit into a stay
Stay a little longer.
A day trip gives you a glimpse of Wells. Staying the night leaves room for the quieter moments: another walk past the cathedral, an unhurried dinner and a fresh start in the morning.
Choose a compact Cabin room for a simple base, a Classic Double for a comfortable escape or a Superior Double when you would like extra space. Our room collection shows the character of each category so you can find your fit. Check dates and room details through our booking page, and speak to the team about any particular requirements before reserving.
A fresh start in Wells
Wake up where the day begins.
Step outside in the morning and Wells Cathedral is just across the street. Take your time around Cathedral Green before wandering towards the market square and the Bishop’s Palace.
There is more to see at walking pace, from the cobbled lanes to Vicars’ Close. Our guide below brings a few favourite stops together, with time to return to The White Hart when you are ready.
How to get here
Find us on Sadler Street, beside Wells Cathedral and a short stroll from the market square. We’ll be here when you arrive.
Sun - Thu : 10:00 am – midnight
Fri - Sat : 10:00 am – 01:00 am
- Bring the family. And the dog.
- Dogs are welcome in the pub and hotel. Children can join us until 9 p.m., with a children’s menu and activities to keep them happy.
- Planning your arrival.
- Nearby parking is available at Waitrose between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. For advice on arriving or staying with us, call 01749 678642.
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