Helyar Arms

Helyar Arms

Set in one of England’s prettiest villages, the Helyar Arms in East Coker has been voted one of the best gastropubs in the UK, with chefs cooking proper local, seasonal food.

It’s a dog-friendly pub with a log fire and leather sofas in an idyllic setting. Mathieu Eke (who worked under Phil Vickery at The Castle at Taunton) is the head chef and owner. He’s been at the Helyar Arms for ten years with sous chef Carl, creating dishes which have won national and local awards. The Helyar Arms has six en-suite rooms and a cottage for rent.