For a fun filled night out I'd totally recommend the Mecca!…read moreIt can be as cheap or as expensive a night out depending on how many games you wish to play, some nights they even offer FREE bingo! In our current Credit Crunch climate! this is the ideal venue for a good night out. THe staff a friendly and informed and will put themselves out for you. Give it a try, you'll find it's not just for the old!!

Well, disappointed is not the word! Into the 2nd half of the main session and the call button stops…read moreworking, then all max machines stop working, then all bingo 'abandoned' cause the problem couldn't be rectified! Trying to get a refund was an absolute nightmare, took almost 45 minutes, and to be handed £4.60 refund, and a main free game voucher (which they didn't even know if I could use in another club), I will not be attending 'Taunton' again - just chaotic and not even a manager in site!!!!

Welcome to the Castle Hotel at Taunton. This historic Norman fortress has witnessed over 9…read morecenturies of turbulent history. In 1685 the Duke of Monmouth's officers gathered here on the eve of the Battle of Sedgemoor, where they were defeated by the forces of King James II. The infamous Judge Jeffries held his Bloody Assize in the Great Hall of the castle shortly afterwards. Over 200 rebels from the Monmouth Rebellion were tried, convicted and then hanged, drawn and quartered. A further 800 were transported to the West Indies to work on the sugar plantations. The building we see today is a Grade II listed, 18th century reconstruction of the original Norman castle, but does incorporate the original east gate, Castle Bow, which boasts 13th century features.

Where to begin! Staying here was a highlight of my recent, and first trip to England. I was coming…read moreto do some family history work at the archives in Taunton, as well as visit Glastonbury Tor. When I read this was an actual castle with medieval beginnings, I was immediately drawn in. Then I visited their website and read a few reviews and I booked it! It's a unique experience to say the least. Coming through the front, revolving door had an old world charm that was very welcoming (even though I snagged my luggage). The front desk staff were all super friendly, accommodating, and professional. The room was huge! I don't know how I ended up with a suite but I certainly did not book it nor pay extra so, the only conclusion is they upgraded me because it was available? No matter, I was in awe! I cannot recommend this place enough, it's a castle! Unforgettable.

Premier Inn located just off junction 25 (for Taunton) of the M5 motorway, on the A358 (going…read moretowards the A303). It's in the village of Ruishton, about 3 miles from Taunton centre itself. There's a park and ride a short walk away, if you don't fancy driving into Taunton. It's based around an old hotel, so reception, the breakfast room and some of the bedrooms are in the old block. There's a new block with additional bedrooms across the car park (with electronic key access). The car park also has two electric vehicle charging points. We stayed there one night on our way back from holiday. It is a convenient location for those travelling onwards by the M5 (north or south), or heading east towards the A303/M3 to London. We found the staff very welcoming and helpful. The bedroom was in the new block, and had good sound proofing, so there was no traffic noise from the A358 or the M5. This could have made the room a little stuffy overnight, but they had fitted air conditioning in our room, which was very efficient indeed, and very quiet. The bed was very comfortable and it had adjustable reading lights, which is always a nice touch. Two additional pillows were provided, which were also very comfortable. The room was spotlessly clean; the bathroom was a little tired, but also clean. There are shelves and an open hanging rail for clothes storage (no drawers) or cupboards. This was fine for us, though somewhere to put suitcases would have helped (we put ours under the bed). Some of the family sized rooms are more spacious, but ours was large enough for our needs. The bathroom had a full-sized bath and very good (powerful) shower, loads of very hot water, with Bayliss & Harding toiletries. We had booked breakfast (£9.99 for a full English breakfast if booked ahead). The breakfast room itself is a little small, so we were asked what time we wanted breakfast, to book a table. Otherwise it is first come, first served. There's a decent range of pastries, muffins, pancakes, crumpets, toast, cereals, fruit, yoghurts and beverages; the cooked breakfast (self-service counter) was regularly topped up so everything was reasonably hot and fresh. (Veggie sausages have to be ordered, and take 7 minutes.) Otherwise, there were hash browns, baked beans, mushrooms, grilled tomatoes, scrambled and fried eggs, bacon, sausages and black pudding. Overall, it was good value and, again, the staff were friendly. For the evening meal, there is a Miller & Carter steakhouse 2 minute's walk away, or a short drive (or 10 minute walk along a rather narrow lane) to the Ruishton Inn, which serves traditional pub grub. Overall, we had a good stay and we'd be happy to return.

This is the second Holiday Inn Express I have stayed in and I am as impressed as I was the first…read moretime. Situated just off the M5, it has an easy access car park, adjacent to a Harvester restaurant. The staff are efficient, friendly and helpful, and the whole hotel has a thoroughly modern feel. Our room had two sizeable twin single beds, with a choice of soft or hard pillows! The bathroom was a decent size, with a power shower, and the whole room was tastefully furnished. The TV was playing classical music as we entered the room and greeted us by name, a nice touch. Our initial reservation about the room being near to the bar was unfounded, the noise was minimal. After a restful nights sleep, we went for breakfast in the lounge area adjacent to the bar. Busy and self service, but with a good variety muffins, croissants, fruit, a variety of cereals, toast and a cooked breakfast selection of scrambled eggs, sausage and baked beans. A complementary I paper for the journey too, a great stay.

The Apex Park is an informal leisure and wildlife park, created around the former clay pits - now…read moresmall lakes - of the Apex Brick works. The works closed in 1966, and the park was created and opened in 1972. The park, consisting of grassland, trees and hedgerows, covers some 42 acres. There are two main lakes: the larger, central one has an attractive hour-glass shape and its banks are lined with rushes. There are walks around this lake with park benches, and footpaths branch off to go to Highbridge (along the line of the old railway) and to Burnham's South Promenade, following the river bank of the River Brue (very muddy after wet weather!). There is a large car park off Marine Drive, which leads to a broad slipway into the lake. The other lake forms the park's north west boundary and lies partly within the Haven Holiday Village. Popular activities include BMX biking, model radio-controlled boating, jogging (there's a 'trim-trail' with various pieces of keep-fit apparatus) and fishing - the lakes are stocked with carp and bream. Dog obedience sessions also take place most Sunday mornings in good weather, and there's a children's play area and skate park. As well as the fish, wildlife includes birds, including geese, ducks, swans and various different types of sea bird, and the hedgerows contain a variety of different types of trees and bushes, home to insect and bird life. NB: The Highbridge Angling Association holds the fishing rights for the Apex Park. Permits can be obtained from Thyers Tackle Shop, 1A Church St, Highbridge - telephone 01278 786934.

Apex park is a beautiful wildlife reserve consisting of lakes, fish, sea birds, outdoor gym and…read morecarpark. There is loads to do with the features of the park including skating at the skate park, a rope climb and dog poo total wipeout. There is also adult entertainment with the odd dogger in the carpark on a summer Sunday evening. Overall apex park is a beautiful visit with activities fort all the family