Name: The Helyar Arms
Address: 1 Moor Lane, East Coker, England, United Kingdom, East Coker, Somerset, GB
Price range: US$108–US$126 per night
Rating: 9.05

What guests think

Travellers describe The Helyar Arms as a characterful village pub-hotel with friendly, welcoming staff, very good food and breakfast, clean comfortable rooms, and charming bar and gardens that create a cosy atmosphere for relaxed, good-value stays.

Its scenic East Coker location near Yeovil offers a quiet, pretty base for visits to the area. Some guests noted room drawbacks such as small spaces, awkward layouts, heat, or a firm bed. A few mentioned limited non-dairy options or an early breakfast cutoff, and one found the evening meal expensive. Expect a friendly country-pub stay with character and comfort in a quiet village.

Facilities

Cleanliness

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Service

Location

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Facilities

Cosy pub setting with woodburners and a well-kept bar, plus a beautiful beer garden with abundant flowers and plenty of seating; the property is dog friendly.

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10

joy

27 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good value for a lovely vibrant village pub. Food was excellent and a good price. Beautiful garden.

10

Paul

21 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very warm welcome by all the staff I had contact with. Friendly bar with great background music!

10

David

28 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful country pub in an idyllic village setting. Great food and the garden and flowers are amazing and a credit to the owner.

10

Dai

26 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is perfect for me and locality to the estate i work on; flawless!!! Dog friendly too inc overnight for pooches

10

Peter

1 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean, comfortable and warm - we stayed in November. The staff were considerate and helpful, they made us feel very welcome. Evening meal and breakfast were excellent. The bar and restaurant were tastefully decorated and the lighting and roaring woodburners made for a cosy experience. Will gladly sstay again when passing through the area.

10

Robert

22 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

As our family live in different parts of the country we try to meet up once a year. We chose a ‘gem of a place’ with The Helyar Arms! Fabulous atmosphere/ ambience. The staff were so kind and friendly and our accommodation was clean, nicely decorated and very comfortable. Such a pretty place with an abundance of brightly coloured hanging baskets and a beautiful ‘secret’ garden to the rear of the hotel with ample seating. An excellent place to stay👍

10

Matthew

19 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The pub is lovely, beautiful well maintained garden with plenty of seating inside very clean and large seating area. We had a very nice meal and the staff are fantastic, great service. Our room was clean with tea making facilities. Can’t recommend this place enough 5 stars all round.

10

Phil

9 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely village inn with beautiful beer garden, lot's of hanging baskets ect Had great evening meal with wine Didn't have breakfast as it was too early..it finished at 0845 Staff very friendly and helpful Would highly recommend

10

Catherine

8 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

What a pretty pub. When we arrived all staff lovely and helpful. after a change cmw down for deinks and was so dog friendly. We didnt eat as eaten before arrived but it was well attended sonwould come back another time. Bed comfy, weren't affected by the pub re sound. Lovely and cosy.

10

Elaine

14 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Full of character, great food, helpful staff and it’s dog friendly.

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently highlight clean rooms and well-kept public areas, with attention to detail.

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David

18 Aug 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We had a most enjoyable 3-night stay at The Helyar Arms. Staff and the proprietors were most welcoming and helpful, the accommodation was clean, spacious and comfortable; and the food was excellent. The garden was immaculate and a joy to sit there with a drink. Prices were reasonable and and overall gave really good value for money. Strongly recommend.

8

Elizabeth

18 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely village setting, warm welcome, great service, cleanliness everywhere very good, food lovely and great choice

10

Julie

21 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely welcome by the staff. room was nice and big and well decorated. Cleanliness was good. Nice atmosphere all round . The garden outside was beautiful , felt r3ally relaxed after a couple of days. Well done to Chris and his amazing staff

10

Peter

1 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean, comfortable and warm - we stayed in November. The staff were considerate and helpful, they made us feel very welcome. Evening meal and breakfast were excellent. The bar and restaurant were tastefully decorated and the lighting and roaring woodburners made for a cosy experience. Will gladly sstay again when passing through the area.

10

Robert

22 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

As our family live in different parts of the country we try to meet up once a year. We chose a ‘gem of a place’ with The Helyar Arms! Fabulous atmosphere/ ambience. The staff were so kind and friendly and our accommodation was clean, nicely decorated and very comfortable. Such a pretty place with an abundance of brightly coloured hanging baskets and a beautiful ‘secret’ garden to the rear of the hotel with ample seating. An excellent place to stay👍

10

Matthew

19 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The pub is lovely, beautiful well maintained garden with plenty of seating inside very clean and large seating area. We had a very nice meal and the staff are fantastic, great service. Our room was clean with tea making facilities. Can’t recommend this place enough 5 stars all round.

10

Andrew

31 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely traditional pub, wonderful atmosphere everything clean and great attention to detail. Room quite sweet. Lost our food order for dinner which led to an hour's delay. Were apologetic. Despite this would happily return,

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Rooms

Rooms are generally comfortable and nicely decorated, with some quiet for good sleep; a few guests reported drawbacks like small or hot rooms, awkward layouts, or a firm bed.

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Julie

21 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely welcome by the staff. room was nice and big and well decorated. Cleanliness was good. Nice atmosphere all round . The garden outside was beautiful , felt r3ally relaxed after a couple of days. Well done to Chris and his amazing staff

8

Keith

3 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great room. Really quite so good sleep. Breakfast was excellent.

10

Michael

21 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely staff, including helpful landlord. Very nice evening meal. Room very comfortable and well equipped.

6

Gary

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room although it was a large double had no seating to relax in your own space. There was an annoying step that encroached the room. The pub was very beautifull set within a beautiful village.

4

Alan

19 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice pub in a lovely location but tiny hot room. Evening food in the pub was expensive and pretty awful.

10

Heather

4 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Really lovely inn with great food and atmosphere, excellent room - only negative was bed was a bit hard for me. Will stay again and recommend.

10

Lee

31 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely room, welcoming people and a great breaksfast. Very happy. Will definitely be back

10

Matthew

19 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The pub is lovely, beautiful well maintained garden with plenty of seating inside very clean and large seating area. We had a very nice meal and the staff are fantastic, great service. Our room was clean with tea making facilities. Can’t recommend this place enough 5 stars all round.

10

Catherine

8 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

What a pretty pub. When we arrived all staff lovely and helpful. after a change cmw down for deinks and was so dog friendly. We didnt eat as eaten before arrived but it was well attended sonwould come back another time. Bed comfy, weren't affected by the pub re sound. Lovely and cosy.

8

Paula

9 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place to stay, can’t comment on the food as didn’t eat there. Rooms basic but comfortable, toiletries, hairdryer, kettle etc all provided.

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Service

Service is very friendly and welcoming, with staff often going out of their way to help.

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Alison

11 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent stay, warm welcome, great staff and lovely food. Very good value. Highly recommended

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Cindy

29 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a lovely stay. The owners were friendly and helpful. We would definitely stay there again!

10

David

18 Aug 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We had a most enjoyable 3-night stay at The Helyar Arms. Staff and the proprietors were most welcoming and helpful, the accommodation was clean, spacious and comfortable; and the food was excellent. The garden was immaculate and a joy to sit there with a drink. Prices were reasonable and and overall gave really good value for money. Strongly recommend.

10

Paul

21 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very warm welcome by all the staff I had contact with. Friendly bar with great background music!

10

Peter

1 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean, comfortable and warm - we stayed in November. The staff were considerate and helpful, they made us feel very welcome. Evening meal and breakfast were excellent. The bar and restaurant were tastefully decorated and the lighting and roaring woodburners made for a cosy experience. Will gladly sstay again when passing through the area.

10

Matthew

19 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The pub is lovely, beautiful well maintained garden with plenty of seating inside very clean and large seating area. We had a very nice meal and the staff are fantastic, great service. Our room was clean with tea making facilities. Can’t recommend this place enough 5 stars all round.

10

Andrew

31 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely traditional pub, wonderful atmosphere everything clean and great attention to detail. Room quite sweet. Lost our food order for dinner which led to an hour's delay. Were apologetic. Despite this would happily return,

10

Alex

29 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I had a great stay here. I forgot my phone charger and Patrick went out of his way to find me one and offered for me to keep it, very thoughtful and kind. Great pizza and the bar staff were very hospital, I felt comforted as a solo traveler.

10

Jennifer

1 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very welcoming staff

10

david

21 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Really lovely pub with nice rooms and great service

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Location

Set in the pretty, quiet village of East Coker near Yeovil, offering a scenic base for exploring the area.

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10

Paul

8 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

If you want a friendly atmosphere with great food and hospitality near Yeovil this is the place. Is sells itself, nuff said

8

Elizabeth

18 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely village setting, warm welcome, great service, cleanliness everywhere very good, food lovely and great choice

10

Debbie

14 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful pub, great service and a beautiful village. Would highly recommend

10

joy

27 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good value for a lovely vibrant village pub. Food was excellent and a good price. Beautiful garden.

10

David

28 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful country pub in an idyllic village setting. Great food and the garden and flowers are amazing and a credit to the owner.

6

Gary

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room although it was a large double had no seating to relax in your own space. There was an annoying step that encroached the room. The pub was very beautifull set within a beautiful village.

10

Carl

21 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely country pub with a gorgeous beer and great food. Quiet area, so you’ll get a great sleep and lots of things to do in the local area. Staff are wonderful.

8

Jobor

27 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice hotel for East Coker village

10

Nancy

27 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful family pub in an idyllic rural setting, friendly service, great food, delightful garden, comfortable rooms. Could not be better for visiting East Coker!

10

Caroline

7 Dec 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely stay at the Helyar Arms. Friendly welcoming staff and the food was excellent. Really good breakfast. Dog friendly and set in a very pretty village. Unexpected stay while coordinating a stressful house move and yet I still felt like I’d had a nice break away ! Will definitely be back.

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Dining

Food and breakfast are widely praised for taste, from evening meals to hearty breakfasts; a few noted limited non-dairy options or an early breakfast cutoff, and one found an evening meal poor and expensive.

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gordon

30 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Brilliant breakfast

8

Elizabeth

18 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely village setting, warm welcome, great service, cleanliness everywhere very good, food lovely and great choice

8

Keith

3 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great room. Really quite so good sleep. Breakfast was excellent.

10

Michael

21 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely staff, including helpful landlord. Very nice evening meal. Room very comfortable and well equipped.

10

christopher

19 Nov 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Fabulous. Stunning property, absolutely lovely location, fantastic breakfast and great hosts.

4

Alan

19 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice pub in a lovely location but tiny hot room. Evening food in the pub was expensive and pretty awful.

10

Peter

1 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean, comfortable and warm - we stayed in November. The staff were considerate and helpful, they made us feel very welcome. Evening meal and breakfast were excellent. The bar and restaurant were tastefully decorated and the lighting and roaring woodburners made for a cosy experience. Will gladly sstay again when passing through the area.

6

Fiona

27 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very disappointed with the breakfast. Cooked breakfast did not include baked beans. The bacon and sausages were undercooked. They could not provide any non-dairy milk or "butter" at all (for cereals, tea and toast). Also, no non-dairy yoghurts provided. Very expensive for what we did actually have.

10

Phil

9 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely village inn with beautiful beer garden, lot's of hanging baskets ect Had great evening meal with wine Didn't have breakfast as it was too early..it finished at 0845 Staff very friendly and helpful Would highly recommend

10

Carl

22 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We stay here a lot as the pub is an absolute delight. Everyone is very welcoming, the food is delicious, and the rooms delightful. Great place to stay when visiting the area.

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