The Mount Somerset
- Up to 180 delegates
- 4 meeting spaces
- On-site parking
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At a glance
The Mount Somerset is a distinguished Georgian country house hotel situated in 5 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens in the heart of Somerset. This elegant venue combines traditional charm with modern facilities, offering 8 versatile meeting rooms and conference spaces accommodating up to 180 delegates. The hotel features 35 comfortable guest rooms, award-winning dining, and extensive facilities including free parking and complimentary WiFi throughout. Located just minutes from Taunton and with excellent transport links to the M5, it provides an ideal setting for conferences, meetings, weddings and special events in a peaceful countryside location.
Best suited for
- Business Meetings
- Conferences
- Training
- Workshops
- Wedding Receptions
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Capacity overview
| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellington Suite | 180 | — | 40 | 80 | 45 | — | — |
| Nelson Room | 50 | — | 18 | 24 | 20 | — | — |
| Drake Room | 40 | — | 16 | 20 | 18 | — | — |
| Raleigh Room | 25 | — | 12 | 16 | 14 | — | — |
Pricing & packages
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire, Basic AV.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Day delegate packages from £45pp including meeting room, refreshments and lunch. Room hire rates from £150 for smaller meeting rooms. Wedding packages and residential conference rates available on request.
Request exact pricing →Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- AV equipment
- Free parking
- Accessible
- Air conditioning
- Natural daylight
- Garden views
- Catering
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible parking
- Accessible toilets
Location & getting there
The Mount Somerset Hotel, Lower Henlade, Taunton, TA3 5NB, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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The Mount Somerset is a verified hotel & conference centre in Taunton, hosting up to 180 guests, with day delegate rates from £120. Its genome scores highest for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, bedrooms. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue Genome™
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- Bedrooms✓ Verified
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
Venue IQ™
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 4 images
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- Oct 2025Live day delegate rates from £120
Structured pricing verified for instant budget matching.
- Oct 2025Quality score 90/100
Top-tier data completeness — capacities, facilities and access verified.
Frequently asked
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 180 guests in theatre style, 120 for dinner, various room configurations available
What AV equipment is available?
Full AV equipment including projector, sound system, microphones, and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout
Is catering available?
In-house catering team providing breakfast, lunch, dinner, and refreshment packages
Is there parking available?
Complimentary on-site parking available for all guests
About The Mount Somerset
The Mount Somerset is a distinguished Georgian country house hotel situated in 5 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens in the heart of Somerset. This elegant venue combines traditional charm with modern facilities, offering 8 versatile meeting rooms and conference spaces accommodating up to 180 delegates. The hotel features 35 comfortable guest rooms, award-winning dining, and extensive facilities including free parking and complimentary WiFi throughout. Located just minutes from Taunton and with excellent transport links to the M5, it provides an ideal setting for conferences, meetings, weddings and special events in a peaceful countryside location.
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