Name: The Malt Shovel Inn
Address: Blackmore Lane THE MALT SHOVEL INN, Cannington, England, United Kingdom, Cannington, Somerset, United Kingdom
Rating: 9.13

Guest reviews

9.1

Superb

Based on 80 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Business

16%

Couple

43%

Family

22%

Group

17%

What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

At The Malt Shovel Inn, reviewers consistently praise the friendly, welcoming staff, tasty pub food with generous portions and great breakfasts, clean and comfortable rooms, and a cosy bar atmosphere in a quiet rural setting that feels genuinely local.

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10

Linda

Jan 19, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

I have stayed here many times and have never had a problem. Staff are always super friendly and very welcoming. You get a real welcoming ‘local pub’ feel when you go in. The bar area is really cosy and the food is fantastic-large portions and a good choice on the menu. Sunday roast is great too!! Rooms are clean, comfortable and have everything you need. An excellent place to stay so I would highly recommend.

10

Linda

Dec 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stay r

10

steve

Dec 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great staff. Everything works. Good pub.

8

John

Nov 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

All good, nice breakfast and really friendly staff.

10

Christopher

Oct 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Early booking in time confirmed by courteous staff. Room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast time booked by very friendly and helpful staff.

Blackmore Lane THE MALT SHOVEL INN, Cannington, England, United Kingdom

Location

Located in Bridgwater, The Malt Shovel Inn is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Walled Gardens of Cannington and Oatley Vineyard. This guesthouse is 13.8 mi (22.2 km) from Exmoor National Park and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Whitegates Dog Park.

Walled Gardens of Cannington(1.1 miles)

Oatley Vineyard(1.9 miles)

Enmore Park Golf Club(3 miles)

Quantock Hills(3.1 miles)

Whitegates Dog Park(2.9 miles)

WWT Steart Marshes(3.3 miles)

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Check-in

Check-out

From 14:00 to 23:00

Before 11:30

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FAQs

Yes, parking is available on-site and is free. However, it is limited.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 7.00 for adults and GBP 3.50 for children.

Yes, pets are allowed at the property with a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of GBP 10.00. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:30 AM. Late check-in is available for a fee of GBP 10.00 for arrivals between 11:00 PM and 7:30 AM.

The property features limited wheelchair accessibility, including a registration desk and public areas. There are also step-free entrances.

The Malt Shovel Inn is located in Bridgwater, within a 5-minute drive of Walled Gardens of Cannington and Oatley Vineyard. It is approximately 13.8 miles from Exmoor National Park and 2.9 miles from Whitegates Dog Park.

Children are welcome at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, although specific age details are not provided.

The Malt Shovel Inn

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