The Candlelight

The Candlelight Multi Award Winning Destination Pub in the Blackdown Hills Candlelight Inn combines a great deal of usable space with a snug and inviting atmosphere.

There is certainly plenty of space without losing its intimate charm: Exposed stone walls, beamed ceiling and fireplaces and wood burners add character and the gardens are lovely. Enjoy our local ales, beers and fine produce in our restaurant.

Fire Fridays at The CandlelightWe’re lighting the grill and settling into summer.Join us on Friday 3rd July from 3–9pm f...
16/06/2026

Fire Fridays at The Candlelight

We’re lighting the grill and settling into summer.

Join us on Friday 3rd July from 3–9pm for the first of our Fire Fridays series, in collaboration with Somerset Grill Co , who have kindly lent us one of their beautiful grills for the season.

Expect flame-cooked favourites, seasonal small plates, fire pits glowing as the evening draws in, and a garden made for long summer afternoons.

No bookings — simply turn up, find a spot, and enjoy. First come, first served.

📍 The Candlelight
⏰ 3pm–9pm

It takes an army of people to run a pub, and nobody embodies that more than the man who keeps the outside looking its be...
04/06/2026

It takes an army of people to run a pub, and nobody embodies that more than the man who keeps the outside looking its best and the grounds welcoming for everyone who visits. Happy Birthday D***s! You’re truly one of a kind, and we’re lucky to have you as part of the team. 🎉

Don’t forget we’re onto our summer hours from THIS week. Which means we’re open until 10pm for drink on Sunday evenings!...
03/06/2026

Don’t forget we’re onto our summer hours from THIS week.

Which means we’re open until 10pm for drink on Sunday evenings!! 🍾

Food service hours remain the same (for now) bit we can’t wait to share a tipple or two with you to round off the weekend.

25/05/2026

Sometimes the simplest things taste the best….

This is our Wild Leek Linguine.

Delicious with a cold glass of white wine. I know what I’m having for lunch..!

The perfect pub night if you ask us 🍻Who’s claiming the triple word score tonight?
20/05/2026

The perfect pub night if you ask us 🍻

Who’s claiming the triple word score tonight?

18/05/2026

As part of a new series, we’ll be introducing the people behind the Candlelight — the team who bring our values, culture, and hospitality to life every day.
First up is Kyle, our Sous Chef, who joined us in mid-March after spending four months cooking in Argentina — something we’re looking forward to sharing more about soon 👀
At the Candlelight, we believe great hospitality starts with great people. We’re proud to create an environment where our team’s personalities, talent, and passion can shine, both in the kitchen and front of house.
We want our guests to feel connected to the people behind the experience, recognise familiar faces, and get to know the team that makes the Candlelight what it is.
You can find out more about Kyle in next month’s newsletter. Subscribe via the link in our bio!

15/05/2026

Weekend plans? Hanging out in the sunshine at the pub sounds pretty good. ☀️

Another kitchen birthday this month! Happy Birthday to head chef Danny! Have a cracking day. 🥳
13/05/2026

Another kitchen birthday this month! Happy Birthday to head chef Danny! Have a cracking day. 🥳

11/05/2026

Sometimes it doesn’t have to be serious…we had a ball filming this BTS content with . Apparently my banana bread attempt wasn’t as good as I had thought 🤷‍♀️

Rosé aka lady petrol season is so close we can almost taste it… which means we’ll be keeping the doors open for a little...
09/05/2026

Rosé aka lady petrol season is so close we can almost taste it… which means we’ll be keeping the doors open for a little bit longer on Sundays.

From the beginning of June the bar will be open on Sunday evenings so you can make the most of the warm English summer weekends.

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Bishopswood
Chard
TA203RS

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