Live music happens at the Brewhouse Theatre and community venues across Downtown and The Parade. Local bands and regional acts perform during events such as Pride in Taunton, cricket matches at County Ground, or heritage days on West Somerset Railway routes. Acoustic evenings or themed nights occur near Bath Place and Hammet Street during Apple Harvest Season, accessible for evening programmes without excessive noise.
Bar And Restaurant
The Merry MonkThe Merry Monk is an independent bar and restaurant on Monkton Heathfield in Taunton. It’s housed in a former retail space that once operated as a pub, now serving hearty meals with a focus on its signature carvery roasts. Locals and visitors come here for drinks, dinner, or to unwind after work—especially in the evenings when warm lighting and rustic decor create a relaxed feel.
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The RoseYou can find The Rose on High Street in Taunton, a long-standing pub known for real ale and reliable service. Locals come here for evening drinks or weekend lunches with friends. It’s one of the town’s steady options, offering a traditional atmosphere that works whether you’re meeting regulars or trying something familiar.
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The Victoria GateYou can find The Victoria Gate on East Reach in Taunton. It's a local pub with roots in central Taunton’s community life. The place is known for larger drinks served with big food portions at great value.
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Cross KeysCross Keys is an 18th-century inn on Norton Fitzwarren street in Taunton, Somerset.
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The Bathpool InnThe Bathpool Inn sits on Bridgwater Road in Taunton’s Bathpool neighbourhood, a riverside area wi….
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The Hankridge ArmsThe Hankridge Arms is a traditional pub on Hankridge Way in Taunton's Riverside area, just outsid….
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The Shephards RestThe Shephards Rest is a family and dog-friendly pub on Galmington Road in Taunton.
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The Stonegallows InnYou can find The Stonegallows Inn on Stonegallows street in Bishops Hull, a short drive outside T….
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