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Boat & Anchor

4.1(517)
Inn

About

The Boat and Anchor Inn sits beside the canal near Bridgwater, offering simple, comfortable rooms with free WiFi and breakfast. Its location just off M5 Junction 24 makes it an easy stop for business travelers needing overnight lodging near regional hubs.

The pub features canalside seating, two large beer gardens including a dog-friendly one, and games like American pool and darts with electronic scoring. On-site parking and Sky Sports on big screens add to the venue's practical appeal for casual client dinners or small team gatherings.

Best for

  • Casual client dinners with local character
  • Small team gatherings by the canal
  • Overnight stays for business travelers

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Outdoor Space
Canalside seating with two large beer gardens
The venue offers relaxing canalside seating plus two spacious beer gardens, one of which is dog-friendly, providing a pleasant outdoor setting for gatherings.
Recreation
American pool and English 8-ball tables
On-site entertainment includes American pool and English 8-ball tables, along with a dartboard featuring a Halo system and electronic scoreboard, adding a casual, engaging element to events.

At a glance

Rated 4.1 on Google · 517 reviews