The Sheppey Inn lies out on the beautiful wilds of the Somerset Levels, surrounded by peat moors, dairy farms and national wildlife reserves. The pub pulls in people from miles around thanks to the brilliant, eclectic musicians it attracts, its fine selection of local ales and ciders (including all kinds of one-offs and speciality brews), and its fantastic food. Spending the afternoon out here in the countryside, lounging by the river, looking out for voles and kingfishers, isn’t the worst idea in the world, is it?
There’s been a pub in Godney servicing the thirsty throats of Levels farmworkers for many centuries. The last owners ran it for 120 years, but on one day in 1976, they ran out of cider and lost the trust of the next two generations of locals.
the pub has been renovated, revamped and restored, and now has about six casks of grown-ups’ apple juice on the bar to make sure that the such a thing never happens again. Check out the photos on the right for proof.
Ben & Tamsin Costigan moved to the area back in 2019 from Bristol, They are both passionate about building positive relationships in the local community. before moving to Meare their were involved as volunteers in a community project to reopen their local library, which was sadly closed due to Council funding cuts, The Old Library was reborn as a community Hub with cafe, Events and a hire space for local groups. They bought this place in 2020 to keep it going in much the same way
Ducking hell that was good! - Great, well cooked and presented food.
The Duck was 10/10.
A quirky unique place, with great, friendly staff.
Not the first time we have been... read more and it won't be the last.
It's good down by the river.
Groovy - Quirky is definitely the word. Isolated , surprisingly large place on the levels packed with character and interesting stuff and artwork. Very welcoming and unlike many local pubs , you... read more don’t feel as if you’re intruding . Impressive variety of local ciders on offer . Wide selection of beers too. Interesting menu and all the items we tried were way above the normal “pub food” standard. Brilliant taste and polished presentation. Service was a tad slow on a not very busy night. They do live music and I bet things get wild and busy sometimes..we ate early and the place had a peaceful atmosphere. Very attentive Lady In Charge buzzing about checking everything was ok . I loved it all.
Still worth a visit - Under newish ownership and some months since we last visited but happy to report that was as welcoming as ever and the service and food were excellent in these very... read more changed times. A varied and interesting menu with plenty for veggies and a good range of options for carnivores. Service was smiling and efficient and most things, if not all, are cooked to order. A wish-list destination, esp if combined with a murmuration nearby.
Good as ever - Went for a birthday meal a while back, excellent food and service as usual here, thoroughly enjoyable place to eat or drink
Good food, a genuinely warm welcome and a surprising ambiance given the location - Your first impression of the Sheppey will be negative as from the outside it looks terrible. It’s next door to a garish B&B farmhouse, opposite a farmyard and on a... read more narrow road peppered with locals’ signs telling you to park somewhere else (ideally in the next County). Persist, though, because the food is very good, the welcome genuine and the ambiance fascinatingly eclectic.
The burger was very good indeed: high quality minced aged beef, excellent thick back bacon and a blue cheese dressing that took me back to the 1980s. Chips less good and lacked flavour but great dressing on the salad and an interesting red cabbage slaw.
Good choice of puddings, each with a bit of a twist that indicated someone in the kitchen was applying some imagination.
We went on a weekday lunchtime, when it was quiet and calm (ladies who lunch, young families, couples) but I’m guessing from the music stage that things can get quite lively of a weekend evening.
Difficult to characterise the ambience but unusual decorative touches, like the stuffed deer playing a banjo, only add to the atmosphere.
Worth a visit and a (reasonably) convenient stopping point if you’re on your way to Devon or Cornwall.
Beautiful! - Yes, it's true... the outside does not reflect what a gem of a place The Sheppey is inside! Upon opening the door, we were greeted with beautiful sparkling lights on... read more the low beamed ceilings, an equally beautiful greeting from Tamsin, Toby and Shona. All drinks produced locally, as well as the food!
I had the Spicy Chicken Burger with deep fried jalapeños, my partner had the Fish and Chips. Both meals were delicious! We finished it off with a Vanilla, Orange Zest and White Chocolate Cheesecake and a passionfruit tart. Well presented and tasty food!
We plan on returning tomorrow night as there is entertainment on.
COMFORTABLE AND ARTY LOCATION - We stayed here for three nights. Having booked a superior room with balcony we were not disappointed. It was great to be able to sit outside with our drinks and... read more look across the stream to the fields and spot various wildlife.
Tea coffee and herbal infusions were available. The breakfast was provided in the room and consisted of muesli, yoghurt and berries. Milk and orange juice were provided in the small fridge. The room was spacious having a comfortable king size bed and a large walk-in shower. The food was delicious and ample, well done chef. The staff were helpful and friendly, special mention to Shona and Charlotte. Many thanks to Ben and Tamsin for there warm welcome and bring so accommodating to questions.
Birthday lunch - My son booked for my birthday on Saturday 14 January. My daughter and I drove from Dorset and my youngest son and fiance travelled from London. We left in plenty... read more of time for our 1.30 booking.
Unfortunately we encountered severe flooding on the .levels so had to divert.
We arrived a little late and slightly flustered!
The landlady could not have been nicer, reassuring us that there was no rush and to take our time at the table.
The service was exemplary and the food fantastic! All the meals came out at the same time and were beautifully presented.
We spent a good 2 hours and were never rushed.
I cannot recommend this place enough, We will definitely go back.
Lyn Carpenter
Wonderful dinner - We had a delicious meal to celebrate our anniversary. The food was wonderful and so tasty. The short rib beef in particular was out if this world. It was on... read more the expensive side for us but well worth it for a special occasion. All the staff were lovely and so helpful. The range of drinks was very impressive too. The surroundings were cosy and very pleasant.
Perfect spot for evening meal! - We were staying in the bed and breakfast next door and the lady recommended we try to get a table here and lucky we did. Such a fantastic place with... read more live music on. My partner actually said the phrase 'I think this is my favourite place I've ever eaten'
Super quirky and interesting decor and the food was very tasty. Partner had the short rib and I had the beef burger which was perfect! Staff were so lovely too- would recommend!
First time here - This was recommended by our b&b owner. This place is a gem. The decor is stunning. We were greeted by a lovely girl, who's name is Charlotte. We were able... read more to pick our table which we liked. We had plenty of time to choose what we wanted. We had a lovely bottle of rose wine, and ordered fish and chips. We were served in less than 10 minutes. The meal was lovely and well presented. A lovely atmosphere and every member of staff we brilliant. Thank you everyone especially Charlotte. Highly recommended.
Outstanding Food and Service - We have used the Sheppey Inn in summer time but this was our first winter visit. A bit of a nightmare to get there because of the floods it was... read more worth the effort.
3 couples, all pensioners, had booked a late lunch and from arrival, to paying the bill it was a great experience. (The landlady even took the time to show us how to tip so that the staff got the gratuity, other places please note. This was to celebrate the 3 wives' birthdays which all fall within 7 days.
We'll ba back when it is a bit warmer and the floods have gone.
Great place - Group of friends celebrating a birthday. From the start made to feel welcome. Nice mix of diners and drinkers and plenty of space for both. Extensive beer choices, Barman able... read more to offer advice and tasters. Waiting staff attentive patient and good fun.
Food was tasty and table had a mixture of dishes that were all good.
Was first visit but already looking forward to coming back again.
Great spot but check events before you book - Great place to stay and the restaurant food was excellent, especially the Sunday roast. We stayed over a long Coronation weekend but the supposed soundproof rooms are not. I am... read more fortunate in being deaf but my wife is not and didn’t appreciate being kept awake until 1am on the Friday night. There is a warning on the handout on arrival but nothing on the website that I could see and, stating that the rooms were soundproof meant I did not look deeper. That apart a lovely place to stay and wonderful staff who made every effort to look after us. Would we stay again? Probably not if it clashed with the one a month music night otherwise a definite yes.
The sparrow was in love with its own reflection and the photo was taken from just a few inches away
Hidden gem - Quirky hidden gem in the middle of nowhere. We all had the roasts and were fantastic. The service was fantastic and the waiter was lovely. Can’t wait to comeback and... read more try another choice on the menu.
Trip 30th or Aug - Very welcoming and a lovey owner. Great fish and chips and some great ciders and beers to try! Very well setup and lovey bar staff with great knowledge and customer... read more service. Fantastic service. Would recommend to all!
A lovely family meal - We were a table of 12 for lunch, the food was fantastic and catered for a wide range of dietary requirements. The FOH staff were friendly and accommodating, and they... read more have a great range of drinks behind the bar (including AF's) and a decent wine list. The roaring log fire and arty decor really sets it off. Can't recommend highly enough 10/10
Fantastic visit! - Visited on a Saturday evening for dinner whilst staying in the local area. Surpassed my expectations. Fabulous service and amazing food! Great atmosphere too. Highly recommend
Friendly personal service and brilliant food - It's a bit of a trek to this tucked away gem in Lower Godney but worth the unusual journey across the Levels. The outside appearance belies the cavernous accommodation inside... read more with lots of seating and well lit spaces. It had changed hands since our last visit and owner Tamsin took time while attending to our table to tell us about the Costigans' adventure in taking on this special Inn. My burger was dreamlike and my wife's salad a rainbow of colour and flavour. The food is outstanding and so are the people owning and running the place!
Amazing!! - Absolutely amazing food! Lovely pub and spot, lots of tables, very lovely staff. You probably need to book at weekends. I stopped with the family on an overnight stay, will... read more definitely come back, even though I live near Cambridge!
Amazing - The food and service was amazing. The staff were very inclusivenes and jake was amazing and very intensive. He was a amazing server and made us smile.
The... read more food was amazing and worth every penny. I would happily come back as a regular date night.
Thank you to all the staff, Bar, servers, chefs and management
A hidden gem - fun, creative, interior environment, excellent service, great food! - We had a lovely family meal. Staff were very attentive. We loved the unassuming entrance, a hidden gem - it felt like walking into a Tardis, a feast for the... read more eyes with a great variety of arty objects, decor - thoughtfully/tastefully put together - such a great eclectic mix without being over the top. Comfortable chairs, lovely open fire. Staff were very attentive, without being too much - they have the balance just right with our large table.
Great menu, all tastes and dietary requirements catered for, vegan, gluten free - with ample delicious choices for all.
Fantastic selection of drinks hot, soft through to I lost count of the variety of liquors etc, despite the fact I no longer drink. The alcohol free beer selection was spot on.
One of the best pub/restaurants in the area! - What a gem of a place! The decor is really quirky and unusual, the atmosphere is relaxed, the staff are professional, the menu is really interesting (not the usual boring... read more lasagne, scampi & chips etc) and the Sunday lunch was great. I especially loved the turkish delight ice cream. I will definitely return.
Food to die for and excellent service! - A group of 9 of us had our Christmas meal at The Sheppey and the food was absolutely to die for! All beautifully cooked, not a frozen roast potato in... read more sight, and amazing gravy too - hats off to the chef Tom.
All of the staff were lovely and really helpful, Ben was kind enough to clear some tables for us to dance, and the bar staff were great too especially Kev and a younger girl I didn't get the name of - thank you all for looking after us and making our night so much fun!
Will definitely be coming back and recommend visiting The Sheppey for excellent food and service.
Loved this quirky pub. - Loved it here! We were staying not far away and chose this wonderfully eclectic place for Sunday lunch ; so pleased we did. The staff were all exceptional and made... read more us feel very much at home when we asked to move due to noisy kids on the next table. Great beer selection and my wife’s Old Fashioned was spot on.
The actual roast was top notch, and whilst it might be considered slightly expensive it was worth every penny with generous portions if well cooked lamb and beef. Another couple of roasties wouldn’t have gone amiss, but otherwise it was simply fantastic. Proper freshly grated horseradish was the icing on the cake. Desserts were a little wacky - doughnuts with bacon ice cream and banana spring rolls - but very executed, nicely balanced and thoroughly enjoyable. Espresso to finish was also very good.
We would wholeheartedly recommend this quirky, friendly place and happily travel many miles to visit again.
First visit and must say a great pub. Staff are friendly and helpful and selection of fantastic beers. The food is really good and a good menu to choose from. The interior of the pub is very quirky with lots of age related memorabilia. I recommend a visit if your in the area.
Absolutely stonking place did an acoustic set there and sang stayed in the hotel Management superb food great . Highly recommended. For anyone who likes space away from the hub bubonic life. Noteworthy details: Superb homely and beautifully decorated.
A beautiful English country pub. With authentic local ciders, a lovely menu and friendly helpful happy staff. I look forward to returning to this stunning location and its stunning views across the Somerset levels.
The Sheppey is super quirky, set out in the levels with a pretty stream running behind the back balcony. They have a nice selection of food options, local music bands, and welcoming young staff. Great vibes for all ages, you have to go see to understand.
We had the pleasure of visiting The Sheppey Inn whilst staying in Wells. We visited on a Wednesday evening and had such a lovely meal. The food was absolutely delicious - I had the tuna steak for starter, venison for main and sticky toffee for pudding - I recommend all three! We also had a wonderful waiter called Jake who was very attentive and provided fantastic service. If we are in the area again, we'd definitely return!
We went to this lovely pub between Christmas and New Year. The food was excellent and the service was so friendly. I would recommend. We did not stay in the rooms but I would love to try one day. Food & drinks: All excellent
We were served by Jake who was friendly and helpful. He checked frequently to make sure everything was ok. Our food was really tasty. It arrived in good time and was hot. The price of our meals was very competitive compared to similar establishments. It was our first visit and we will be going back. Thank you
Brilliant pub, gorgeous meals, brilliant service haven't found any faults, will recommend to everyone, the band was great, good selection of songs. Definitely recommend to everyone.
Second visit here yesterday but first experience of eating . Drinks range was superb and the food was to die for. Service was excellent led by the very knowledgeable Ben. Real quirky place. Will definitely be back,give it a try you will love it.
The staff are fantastic. Very welcoming and accommodating. Ben the owner was Wonderful. The food was 5 star highly recommend the Sunday roast BUT you will have to book. Rooms: Very beautiful have a very special vibe and spiritual feel, tranquil and relaxing Food & drinks: What can I say! Fabulous
My husband and I have spent a wonderful 2 nights at the The Sheppey Inn. We were looking for a hotel near Glastonbury and Wells, so this was perfect. The Inn is situated out in the middle of the beautiful countryside and offers a welcome relief from living in the city. We had a warm welcome from Ben who kindly upgraded us to the room with balcony. The room is beautifully decorated, warm, cosy and has everything you need for a short break away. The bed was super comfy with extra blanket if needed. The shower room felt luxurious and appreciated the toiletries with tissues/cotton wool for make up removal. The breakfast was a lovely healthy option of fresh berries/yoghurt and granola. Nice mix of tea and coffee with lovely crockery. It was such a treat to have breakfast in our room, nice leisurely lie in without having to get ready to go to a dining area. We had had food at the restaurant on the 13th. Again, great atmosphere, excellent service and a warm friendly welcome. We enjoyed trying the local cider. Overall, it was a perfect weekend getaway, fantastic location with superb service. We found a hidden gem for sure. Would highly recommend if looking for some fresh air with peace and quiet. Thank you Ben and team
Lovely staff and a delicious meal. A quirky and delightful setting. A couple of hiccups with our order- something we ordered didn’t arrive and they definitely need to let you know that one peppercorn sauce is enough for two people when ordering steak! Everything else was wonderful and the food was cooked beautifully. Pork belly starter was divine as was the steak. Thanks for a lovely evening.
After a morning walking up and down a gorge, we decided it was suitable to gorge ourselves on some roast stuff. The Sheppey was recommended by an ex-local, and so we braved the dykes and single track roads full of oxygen and excitement. Not to be let down at all! Welcomed by the smell of a roast even before you go in, our tummies rumbled. No chicken! Alas, we mostly went for beef, plus one lamb. Nice and efficient, no nonsense service, and all the condiments we asked for, the food was fab (I would like crisper potatoes, but that might have been because we were quite late) Major highlight, horseradish; clearly made in-house and all the better for it. Cute outdoor space to boot. Will come again!
Had a fantastic meal here with family - all three courses, wasn’t planning to have dessert but was persuaded. I had vege dishes (corn ribs, biryani bonbon and buzz buttons) and each was delicious and a bit unusual. Wine was great too. Fun atmosphere. Would love to go back!
The Restaurant is interesting. I would not have expected such a vibrant and nice place inside. To excess the restaurant one has to drive down a narrow unpaved road with huge puddles on the side and a low inconspicuous house. In terms of design it's quite diverse inside, the only less impressive part was the AI-prompt-inspired paintings on the wall. The food was high quality, not super creative but very conscientiously prepared. I would call the kitchen classically British with a touch of the farm vibe. The service was friendly, but a little bit unorganized...
Myself and my wife had a wonderful experience at The Sheppey, it really is a Somerset gem. The staff were very friendly and we were greeted with a warm and inviting atmosphere. Our waiter Jake couldn't have been more helpful. We sat outside on a sunny day with a beautiful calming view of the river. If you're looking for a unique dining experience with fantastic food, cider and a welcoming ambiance, this is the spot to visit.
We went here for lunch- 3 adults and a 3 year old. We loved it!! Service was excellent - attentive and straight forward. The fish stew was to die for! I’ll plan a visit soon just for A bowl of fish stew . Thank you Sheppy!
Me and my other half stayed 2 night's here and the room was really lovely and nicely decorated. The only thing letting it down was the breakfast options, but we knew it only involved a small selection of continental choices. The restaurant was wonderful though, service was fantastic and nothing was too much bother. The truffle/cheesy chips were particularly banging and atmosphere was just right for us. We look forward to returning on our next trip here and thanks to everyone for being accommodating for us!
My wife and our baby join me in saying we had the best meal and experience. Everyone who works here seem to really love it! The barman greeted us with a cheerful smile and the waiting staff were attentive, chatty, and emanating joy. The food too was brilliant - seriously generous portions and glorious produce / recipes. A very unexpected place and a discovery we will be retuning to! Thank you. Bravo to the chefs.
What a funky place! We had a fabulous lunch - got to try jackfruit for the first time! Absolutely loved the vibe, the colours and the artwork. Service was excellent - couldn't have had a better experience. Well done The Sheppey five stars from us.
This place is a retro style pub, with tables to eat inside and out, with a small canal and great views. Children will love to see all the old toys dotted around, some of us adults will get nostalgic with the array of Thunderbird toys, even one of my hero Mr. T. The food is great, roasts, vegetarian and lovely desserts. Brilliant selection of beverages for all. Amazing staff. Once you have finished, a ten minute walk will take you to a national reserve park to lose some of those calories. You will need to get to the place by car and be careful on the roads, there are pot holes and bumps, also patience as a lot of cyclists and it is in some parts narrow. The cyclists will move to the side when the are able to. All in all a great day out for all the family. Nearby activities: Close to a wonderful national park, great for cycling or walking. No cars, but car park to leave your car. Walkability: Not a place within walking distance. Noteworthy details: The memorabilia is awesome. They have some great art, done by local artists that you can read about on their walls.
Well what can I say about this place! It’s one of the best places we’ve stayed in! The staff are so friendly, the food was amazing and all locally sourced which is a huge bonus. I loved trying the local wines, they rotated them so I got to try different ones over our 2 night stay. We stayed in room 1 and it was extremely clean, stylish and comfortable. Huge huge shout out to Ben the owner who saved my birthday when we couldn’t get a taxi into Glastonbury and he dropped us!!! Such a kind thing to do - can’t thank you enough. Rooms: Clean, stylish & comfortable Food & drinks: Locally sourced and excellent quality Noteworthy details: Super super friendly staff and owners
Jake delivered the most wonderful service from beginning until the end and it made me very happy on my birthday! So thank you Jake. The Sheppey are lucky to have such a lovely chap. The food was excellent as was my cocktail that Jake also recommended and everyone looked after us very well! I love coming back to The Sheppey when I get the chance, it is such a hidden gem with the best views and setting of any pub in Somerset. I highly recommend to everyone !
What a quirky little pub in a beautiful setting. The hotel recommended this place and we were so happy that we went. The creative menu is super delicious. We opted for the asparagus and fish stew starters and the butternut squash, sweet potato, rice, and bean vegetarian main. The staff was friendly and very accommodating. The array of 'stuff' displayed around the pub brought a smile to my face with everything from transformers to a yogi bear to sesame street characters to unusual artwork - it was worth taking a wander around and you probably have to see it to understand it. If we were ever in the area again we would revisit it. Hopefully, it would be a nice day and we could then experience sitting outside in the decking area. Highly recommended!
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Lovely food prompt service . Unique interior
Called in for lunch Thursday and extremely glad we did. A very varied and interesting menu. The welcome was warm and friendly with everyone ensuring everything was perfect. The food was truly outstanding and presented perfectly. We will, without a doubt, return.
What a place. Was blown away upon opening the door. Amazing vibe, awesome roast and staff. Love it, will be back.
Boss Sunday lunch with a twist. Unique location. Top friendly staff. Great value for money.
Lovely pub, excellent roast beef dinner - lovely selection of alcoholic beverages
Weird and wonderful. Lovely staff and gorgeous food.
Wonderful pub filled with incredibly welcoming staff and regulars, great food and service and I can't wait to come back already! 5⭐️
love coming here but the prices are a bit steep, so it's not somewhere where you could come every night
Superb food and very friendly, helpful staff. 5 stars!
Great food, great drinks, great location - just great.
Our favourite Somerset pub!
Quirky place that has real atmosphere and superb food! It’s worth the drive!!
amazing service from bar to food ordering. .best mashed peas ever loved the raspberry in the coke see you Thursday
we have just had a wonderful 2 nights staying here. the staff are faultless, the room was very comfortable and spacious. the food superb (and I am not easily pleased!). would highly recommend a visit!
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Quirky venue on the river, live music, great staff & gorgeous food!
Very friendly staff. Delicious food. Great atmosphere!
The best night at The Sheppey Inn catching up with my old college pal of 33 years. Great atmosphere, friendly welcoming team and delicious food. We loved it. We’re already planning our next time. Wish we lived closer!
Great pub, great beer and although we didn't eat the food looked great.
Tip top Sunday Lunch as usual!
The decor is very quirky with lots unusual things put together, but it works. It’s a fun atmosphere. The staff are extremely warm and friendly. The service is excellent. I have to say the food is amazing. The mussels and Chorizo starter is to die for. I would thoroughly recommend this place.
Accidentally drove through Godney today and stumbled upon the Sheppey. What an amazing pub with lovely, friendly staff, amazing atmosphere and scenery. We will definitely be visiting again.
Love it, Super fun Local country vibey place. Great service
Lovely food, great atmosphere!
I really don’t know if I’ve been here
Excellent food and beer as described by many. Was not disappointed by that at all. Tried to recommend and tell friends but was informed there is no Wi-Fi here and no 3G or 4G signal. Small thing but mentioned for info. Still a top place.