Leave the week behind in the Somerset countryside
(because planning is overrated)
Some of the best weekends start with a last-minute decision. A gap in the diary, a sudden urge to get away, a bottle of something good waiting to be opened.
THE PIG-near Bath is tucked away in the Somerset countryside, surrounded by rolling hills, honey-coloured villages and some of the West Country's best-loved landscapes. With a Kitchen Garden at its heart, Bath just down the road and countryside stretching out in every direction, it's the sort of place where plans can wait. No agenda required. Just fresh air, good food and a slower pace of life.
The kind of few days you didn't plan, but ended up being your favourite.
We're often asked which PIG to book for a spontaneous stay. THE PIG-near Bath has a way of making the decision for you.
Honey-coloured stone villages, rolling Somerset hills, the Georgian beauty of Bath just down the road, and a kitchen garden that shapes every menu. Pack a bag, head for the countryside and leave the rest to us.
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24 unplanned hours at
THE PIG-near Bath
Morning
Wake up slowly. The views from the main house stretch out across the kitchen garden and rolling Somerset countryside beyond, worth pausing over with a cup of tea before breakfast. The garden team are already at work, gathering the day's ingredients just steps from the kitchen. Take your time; there's no need to rush, and nowhere else you need to be.
Late morning
Pull on your boots and head out into the Somerset countryside. Gentle rolling hills, winding lanes and far-reaching views make it easy to while away a morning at your own pace, with the kind of quiet that takes about twenty minutes to properly sink in.
Or make the short trip into Bath for a wander through its handsome Georgian streets. Browse the independent shops and cafés tucked away from the main thoroughfares, stop for a coffee, and take in the city's grand architecture before heading back to the calm of the countryside.
Lunch
Afternoon
A treatment in the Potting Shed, tucked away amongst the gardens. Or if you'd rather be out exploring, Bath is just down the road for a dose of culture and Georgian grandeur, while the surrounding Somerset countryside is dotted with charming villages, local farm shops and scenic walks.
For something a little different, spend an afternoon exploring the market town of Bradford-on-Avon, browse independent makers and antiques, or take a leisurely stroll along the Kennet & Avon Canal before heading back to the house in time for dinner.
Evening
A cocktail in the bar before dinner, mixed with ingredients from the kitchen garden and neighbouring producers. The wine list celebrates some of the best bottles from Somerset and beyond, with plenty of local discoveries alongside old favourites.
Dinner as the evening light fades over the gardens. The 25 Mile Menu is packed with ingredients picked that day or sourced from suppliers just down the road, making every plate a reflection of the season. A nightcap. Bed.
The Next Morning…
Wake up slowly - again. The grazing table is ready when you are and the kitchen garden tour runs at 11am if you'd like to see what's growing before you go.
Then either check out slowly or, if you booked an extra night, do the whole thing again.
Easy come, easy go
We know spontaneous plans sometimes change. Book your room today with no upfront payment - we just take your card details to secure it and you pay on departure. With free cancellation up to three days before arrival, the only commitment is turning up!
Experience nature right on your doorstep...
The best way to experience summer at THE PIG? In rooms where the outside comes in. All with views that make you want to stay in bed a bit longer, terraces for your morning coffee, and that feeling of waking up somewhere special.
Here are our favourite rooms for a summer stay - from our woodland hideaways, to our garden wagons and our perfectly romantic hideaway cabins!
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The Apple Store
Nestled in the Kitchen Garden past the Potting Shed, The Apple Store is our calm and quiet hideaway – originally used as an Apple Store and Garden Shed, now transformed into a seriously special, cosy bedroom. Take the steps down to the front door and you’ll walk into your romantic bedroom with a four-poster bed and a log-burner. Upstairs, you’ll find the very large bathroom with a freestanding roll top bath underneath a beautiful feature window and a big monsoon shower. A perfect escape for two.
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The Orchard Stable
Tucked beyond the veg beds, just behind the fruit tree orchard, you’ll find our two-bedroom hideaway – The Orchard Stable. Perfect for families and gathering friends, the two bedrooms connect to a cosy lounge with a large log burner. The master bedroom has a four-poster bed and freestanding roll-top bath, while the second bedroom has two seriously comfy twin beds. Both bedrooms have their own ensuite with walk-in monsoon showers.
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The Nuttery Stable
Beyond the veg beds, through the damson tree orchard and past quietly buzzing beehives, you’ll find The Nuttery Stable. This cosy and spacious one-bedroom hideaway overlooks our newly planted nuttery and has its own snuggly lounge with a warming log burner. The bedroom has a super-comfy four poster bed, a freestanding roll-top bath, a large walk-in monsoon shower in the ensuite, and a separate dressing room – bags of space to relax and make yourself at home!
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Garden Rooms
Our Garden Rooms are characterful rooms tucked in the heart of the Kitchen Garden. Each bedroom has a large monsoon shower, a very comfortable super king-sized bed, and a freestanding roll top bath, plus they even have their own log burner in the bedroom and a private outdoor terrace.
Our patch - Somerset and beyond
Eight miles from Bath. Everything else within easy reach.
Bath A beautiful city steeped in history.
Cheddar Gorge Dramatic scenery carved by nature.
Bristol A vibrant city packed with culture and creativity.
Glastonbury Tor An iconic landmark with views worth the climb.
And if you're planning ahead...
Stay Rooted
There’s a PIG waiting for you...
Look forward to long days, garden feasts, and rooms that connect you to nature
stay a little longer for less
Wallow a While
Stay a little longer and you benefit from some ‘pruning’ of the price when you book 3 or more nights.
