ABOUT
A BRITISH COUNTRYSIDE PUB AND GUESTHOUSE
A British countryside pub and guesthouse. We serve great food and drink, in a beautiful setting. Guesthouse guests can enjoy a meal and some drinks then stumble into their cosy guesthouse bedrooms. Local beers and ciders. Friendly attentive staff.
MONKTON COMBE
Tucked away in the tranquil village of Monkton Combe, The Wheelwrights Arms has long been a cherished part of local life — and in 2025, it begins an exciting new chapter. Under new ownership and following an extensive refurbishment, the pub has been lovingly refreshed inside and out. We’ve built a brand-new team, handpicked for their warmth and experience, and introduced a new seasonal menu.
The pub itself has a rich history woven into the fabric of Monkton Combe, a picturesque Somerset village just a few miles south of Bath. The Wheelwrights Arms is believed to have served the community for over a century, its name a nod to the craftsmen who once built and repaired cart wheels nearby. The surrounding village is steeped in character, with its honey-coloured stone cottages and peaceful lanes unchanged by time.
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Monkton Combe is also home to the resting place of Harry Patch, who was buried in St Michael's Churchyard. He was the last surviving combat soldier of WW1. Know as "The Last Fighting Tommy", Harry lived a long life (died aged 111 on 25th July 2009), embodying quiet dignity and resilience. His legacy is a poignant reminder of the past, and we honour it as part of our heritage that shapes our community.
A place of literary and cinematic fame, Monkton Combe was the setting for the classic 1953 Ealing comedy The Titfield Thunderbolt, filmed on the now-legendary Camerton branch railway that once passed through the village.
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We’re incredibly proud of our peaceful beer garden, a hidden gem at the rear of the pub. Sheltered and serene, it offers scenic views across the valley and is the perfect spot to relax with a drink or a bite to eat on sunny afternoons. Whether you’re soaking up the sunshine, enjoying the birdsong, or watching the hills turn golden in the evening light, it’s a slice of countryside calm.
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For walkers, cyclists, and ramblers, The Wheelwrights Arms is perfectly placed. Footpaths and bridleways meander through the area, and the pub is just a short detour from the Kennet & Avon Canal path. It’s the perfect pit stop for a restorative drink or a hearty lunch after exploring the rolling hills and waterways that make this part of Somerset so special.
Come and experience the renewed Wheelwrights Arms — a perfect blend of history, hospitality, and countryside charm.
We have a large car park available to pub customers and guesthouse guests only.
