Taunton and South Somerset Living Feb - Mar 2022
Spring has Sprung! Rather than the usual 'New Year, New Me' sentiments, we look at ways to improve our home with a gorgeous bathroom transformation, as well as a wonderful interview with top Yorkshireman and TV Chef Brian Turner, not to mention the usual healthy dose of recipes, competitions and travel.
Spring has Sprung! Rather than the usual 'New Year, New Me' sentiments, we look at ways to improve our home with a gorgeous bathroom transformation, as well as a wonderful interview with top Yorkshireman and TV Chef Brian Turner, not to mention the usual healthy dose of recipes, competitions and travel.
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A Bike <strong>and</strong> a<br />
Bite with....<br />
THE FEED STATION<br />
The Feed Station won Cycling UK’s “Cyclist<br />
Cafe of the Year in 2019” amongst other<br />
awards...<br />
The feed station was set up in large part to cater for cyclists<br />
(although it’s loved by non-cyclists too!). Its <strong>South</strong> <strong>Somerset</strong><br />
location not far from the Devon <strong>and</strong> Dorset borders mean that<br />
cyclists from all three counties visit them for refreshments as part<br />
of their route, From the greater <strong>Taunton</strong> area, a circular route<br />
via the <strong>Somerset</strong> levels <strong>and</strong> the Blackdown hills makes Merriott<br />
the perfect mid-way stop, taking in great roads <strong>and</strong> scenery<br />
too. There are also racks for bikes <strong>and</strong> locks to borrow, plus<br />
pumps, various spares, tools, lube, etc. just in case of unforeseen<br />
failures! They also have a few suggested routes <strong>and</strong> links on their<br />
website: www.thefeedstationmerriott.co.uk<br />
Route 30 runs through the heart of Merriott along Church Street<br />
<strong>and</strong> right past The Feed Station’s front door, spanning from<br />
Ilminster to East Coker <strong>and</strong> linking onto many other routes, all of<br />
which can be found on the National Cycle Network website<br />
www.sustrans.org.uk.<br />
A beautiful country ride starting at The Feed Station cafe going<br />
through the nearby villages of Hinton St George, Seavington St<br />
Michael <strong>and</strong> Over Stratton, coming through Merriotts Backdoor<br />
<strong>and</strong> finishing back at the cafe. This route boasts quite villages<br />
<strong>and</strong> beautiful countryside.<br />
View the route <strong>and</strong> GPX download here:<br />
https://www.strava.com/routes/16851761<br />
The Feed Station in Merriott a Grade II listed former Sunday School, now a cycling<br />
themed cafe, offers a warm <strong>and</strong> welcoming ambience, together with great food<br />
<strong>and</strong> service. Whether you cycle, drive, or walk to us, have babies or dogs, all are<br />
welcome at The Feed Station, Merriott’s original meeting place. Gluten Free/Vegan<br />
options available. Covered courtyard with patio heaters now installed!<br />
Previously having been closed on Monday <strong>and</strong> Tuesday, now, due to popular dem<strong>and</strong>,<br />
from the 1st April (no joke!) we will be open 7 days a week <strong>and</strong> with extended<br />
hours from 9am until 4:30pm.<br />
Fully licenced <strong>and</strong> also available for private hire.<br />
www.thefeedstationmerriott.co.uk<br />
(<br />
M<br />
01460 271598<br />
cafe@thefeedstationmerriott.co.uk<br />
The Feed Station, S<strong>and</strong>y Hole, Merriott, <strong>Somerset</strong> TA16 5QR<br />
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