Our Story

This new chapter is especially meaningful for us, as we first met while working at The Candlelight in 2016. I grew up in Bishopswood, so both the village and the building hold deep personal significance for me. Returning now in a new role feels like a natural progression, and I’m looking forward to building something lasting in a place that’s already part of our story.

Having lived and worked in the Canadian Rockies prior to returning to their roots on the Blackdown Hills, Ben and Maddie became inspired by North American hospitality and are delighted to be offering first-class service in this quaint village pub.

“We want to share our passion for The Great British pub with all our guests. It is our pleasure to serve our immediate locals and wider community and we are always so excited to welcome those from a little further afield.

We work from the principle that all our visitors are dinner party guests in our own home, and we strive to achieve exemplary service in a relaxed and welcoming setting.We are committed to serving very local, seasonal food and strive to source all our ingredients within 25 miles of the pub.”