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Best Western Shrubbery Hotel
📍
Broad Street, Ilminster TA19 0DL, United Kingdom
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Historic coaching inn in Somerset offering meeting rooms and conference facilities with traditional charm.
About This Venue
The Best Western Shrubbery Hotel is a charming historic coaching inn located in the market town of Ilminster, Somerset. This traditional hotel offers modern conference and meeting facilities while retaining its period character and features. The venue provides flexible meeting spaces suitable for business conferences, training events, and private functions, with capacities ranging from intimate boardroom meetings to larger conferences for up to 120 delegates. Located in the heart of Somerset with easy access to the M5 motorway, the hotel combines convenient transport links with the peaceful setting of rural Somerset, making it an ideal choice for business events and residential conferences.
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Indicative Budget
£2,700–£5,100
Typical day-delegate event for ~60 guests
Capacity (max)
120
Typical attendees
60
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP
Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (60 guests at £45–£85 per head). Final pricing depends on date, F&B, AV, accommodation and rate negotiation. Submit a brief for a tailored quote.
Capacity
120
Maximum Capacity
120
Theatre Style
150
Reception Style
Meeting Rooms
| Room Name | Area (m²) | Theatre | Boardroom | U-Shape | Classroom | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Conference Suite | 85 | 120 | 40 | 35 | 60 | |
Meeting Room 1 | 25 | 25 | 12 | 15 | 18 | |
Meeting Room 2 | 20 | 20 | 10 | 12 | 15 |
3 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 120 people
Features & Amenities
✓Free WiFi
✓AV equipment available
✓On-site parking
✓Restaurant
✓Bar
✓Accommodation
✓Garden grounds
✓Historic building
✓Air conditioning
✓Accessible facilities
📐 Space Specifications
450
Total Space (m²)
2.8m
Ceiling Height
✓
Licensed Venue
Professional Hotel space
🍽️ Food & Catering
🍴Restaurant On-site
🍷Bar On-site
Dietary Options
VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal
Full catering service available
🎤 AV Equipment
✓Projector
✓Screen
✓PA System
✓Microphones
✓Wi-Fi
✓Flip Charts
✓Lectern
✓Extension Leads
🎯 Suitable For
📋Business Meetings
📋Conferences
📋Training Sessions
📋Workshops
📋Corporate Events
📋Product Launches
♿ Accessibility
✓Wheelchair accessible✓Accessible parking available✓Accessible meeting rooms
Transport & Parking
🚆 Public Transport
Ilminster is served by regular bus services. Nearest railway station is Crewkerne (8 miles) with connections to London Waterloo. Yeovil Junction (15 miles) offers faster rail connections. Bristol Airport is 45 minutes by car.
🅿️ Parking
✓ On-site parking available
Free on-site parking available for hotel guests and conference delegates. Additional public parking in town centre nearby.
Availability
📅 Booking Lead Time
7 days minimum notice
👥 Capacity by Setup
120
theatre
40
boardroom
60
classroom
35
u shape
80
cabaret
150
reception
100
dining
90
banquet
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 120 guests in theatre style, 80 in classroom style, 60 in boardroom style
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV equipment including projector, screen, PA system and complimentary Wi-Fi. Additional equipment available on request
Is catering available?
Full catering services available including breakfast, lunch, dinner and refreshment breaks. Special dietary requirements can be accommodated
Is there parking available?
Complimentary on-site parking available for delegates
Location & Contact
📍 Address
Broad Street
TA19 0DL, United Kingdom
🏷️ Categories
Conference VenueMeeting RoomsBusiness Hotel
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the maximum capacity?
A: Up to 120 guests in theatre style, 80 in classroom style, 60 in boardroom style
Q: What AV equipment is available?
A: Standard AV equipment including projector, screen, PA system and complimentary Wi-Fi. Additional equipment available on request
Q: Is catering available?
A: Full catering services available including breakfast, lunch, dinner and refreshment breaks. Special dietary requirements can be accommodated
Q: Is there parking available?
A: Complimentary on-site parking available for delegates
🎯 Things to Do Nearby
🏰Historic Site
🏰
Barrington Court Tudor Manor
8.5 km (5.3 mi)• 12 minutes
🏰
Montacute House Elizabethan Mansion
12 km (7.5 mi)• 15 minutes
🏰
Cadbury Castle Hill Fort
15 km (9.3 mi)• 18 minutes
🏛️Museum
🏛️
Fleet Air Arm Aviation Museum
18 km (11.2 mi)• 20 minutes
🏛️
Haynes International Motor Museum
22 km (13.7 mi)• 25 minutes
🦁Zoo
🦁
Cricket St Thomas Wildlife Park
6 km (3.7 mi)• 8 minutes
💡 Local Area: These attractions and shopping areas are located within driving distance of the venue, perfect for delegates attending multi-day events.
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