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Places to eat, drink, be entertained with a vintage or retro vibe.
​Axbridge
The Roxy Cinema High Street, Axbridge BS26 2AF  07725 051523
The smallest cinema in England, its art nouveau, art deco and midcentury modern interiors make it a charming venue for film as well as an increasing range of events including live music and stand-up comedy.

www.axbridgeroxy.org.uk 


Bath
Bea's Vintage Tea Rooms 6-8 Saville Row, Bath BA1 2QP  01225 464552
Step back in time and experience the 1940s, a blissful retreat only minutes from the city centre. Enjoy traditional old-time favourites including breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, cream tea, high tea and scrumptious cakes like Grandma used to make.

www.beasvintagetearooms.com

The Cosy Club Unit R4, Southgate Place, Bath, BA1 1AP  01225 464161
Don't be fooled by Cosy Club Bath's
bijou entrance (opposite the main entrance to Debenhams). Once inside climb the stairs (or use the lift) to access an absolutely stunning first-floor trading area complete with a Coliseum-esque balcony with terrace seating overlooking Southgate Place.

www.cosyclub.co.uk/bath

The Little Theatre Cinema St. Michael's Place, Bath BA1 1SG  01225 330803
A key arts venue in Bath, boasting incredibly atmospheric 1930s architecture in a central location.

www.picturehouses.co.uk/cinema/The_Little 


Bristol
The Old Book Shop 
65 North Street, Bedminster, Bristol BS3 1ES 0117 953 5222
An intimate cafe, bar and music venue. Good food, good drinks, good music!

www.theoldbookshop.co.uk 


The Steam Crane Alehouse and Kitchen 4-6 North Street, Bedminster, Bristol BS3 1HT 0117 923 1656
Named after the Bristol historic landmark Fairbairn Steam Crane which is the worlds only surviving example.  The building has great history, with stories of courthouses, hangings and tigers.

www.thesteamcrane.co.uk

Burnham On Sea
The Ritz Cinema  Victoria Street, Burnham On Sea TA8 1AN 01278 794123
Re-opened in 2004, the cinema now boasts two screens, each with seating for 115 people. The original art deco fitting and decoration has also been updated, complete with plush new seating and computerised booking systems.

www.ritz-burnham.co.uk

Castle Cary
Mother's Little Tearoom Fore Street, Castle Cary BA7 7BG 01963 359593
A gentle 1930s style tea room and coffee shop serving all the old favourites as well as contemporary and health food options.

www.motherstearoom.co.uk


Cranmore
East Somerset Railway Cranmore Station, East Cranmore BA4 4QP 01749 880417
Travel back in time to bygone days as you chuff chuff along the track.

www.eastsomersetrailway.com


Clevedon
Curzon Cinema
46 Old Church Road, Clevedon BS21 6NN  01275 871000
Fabulous Grade II cinema home to more than a century of film. Shows the latest releases as well as popular classics.
www.curzon.org.uk

Glastonbury
Bocabar Redbrick Buildings, Morland Road, Glastonbury BA6 9FT 01458 440558
Serving great food for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a fun and retro vibe. Live music and dancing.

www.glastonbury.bocabar.co.uk


Godney
The Sheppey Lower Godney 01458 831594
Beer, cider and a brasserie with a funky, retro/vintage vibe. Live music too.

www.thesheppey.co.uk


Mells
The Walled Gardens Mells BA11 3PN  01373 812597
A 17th Century walled garden dedicated to British grown cut-flowers, gorgeous garden plants and Garden Cafe serving delicious homemade light lunches and teas. Greenhouse and potting shed with lots of lovely vintage and retro things to buy too. Open every day, 10am to 5pm until 31st October 2014 - free entry. Wood-fired pizza oven every weekend from 12 noon to 4pm on Saturdays and Sundays (please ring ahead to double-check times). 

www.thewalledgardenatmells.co.uk


Minehead
West Somerset Railway
Minehead
Travel 20 miles through picturesque Somerset coast and countryside perhaps stopping off at one of the ten stations en-route. They are dog and bike friendly.
www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk


Shepton Mallet
Minsky's Barber Shop High Street, Shepton Mallet 01749 342232
Barbers with a retro vibe, offering men's hair cuts and hot shaves. Also at Street and Wells.
www.facebook.com/Minskys-Barber-Shop-Shepton-Mallet


Street
​Minsky's Barber Shop 68 High Street, Street 01458 446899
Retro barbers for the discerning gentleman in need of hair styling or a hot shave, or both. Also at Shepton Mallet and Wells.
www.facebook.com/minskysbarbershopstreet


Taunton
The Cosy Club Hunts Court, Corporation Street, Taunton TA1 4AJ  01823 253476
The grand facade of Taunton's Cosy Club is a bit of a folly as once inside there's lots of plain wooden panelling, exposed brick and quite an industrial feel. Flooded with loads of natural light during the day with a cosy, warm feel in the evening, the Cosy Club is just the ticket for any occasion.

www.cosyclub.co.uk/taunton


Wellington
The Vintage Tea Rooms The Old Sale Rooms, Mantle Street, Wellington 07739 350483
The perfect place for tea and cake or light lunch. Relax in elegant, vintage inspired surroundings and enjoy scrummy homemade cake with tea in china cups. Or treat yourself to a delicious milkshake- fabulous choice of flavours including candy floss, rose and bubble gum! They also cater for parties for afternoon teas for that special occasion.

www.facebook.com/Custard-pudding


Wells
The Crown at Wells & Anton's Bistrot Market Place, Wells BA5 2RP  01749 673457
15th century coaching inn, offering great a great place to eat, drink, stay and play. Bistrot adorned with original, mid-century cartoons from the artist known as Anton.

www.crownatwells.co.uk


Great Shakes 10 Heritage Courtyard, Sadler Street, Wells BA5 2RR 01749 671980
Retro bar specialising in milkshakes, smoothies, fresh juices and great coffees. Indoor/outdoor seating- plasma TV- jukebox- free wifi- beanbags and fresh popcorn.

www.greatshakesbar.com


Minsky's Barber Shop Sadler Street, Wells 01749 939432
Retro-feel barbers offering men's hair cuts, hot shaves, as well as a selection of men's clothes, vinyl records and a bar. Also at Street and Shepton Mallet.
www.facebook.com/minskysbarbershopstreet


Weston Super Mare
The Blitz Tea Room 22 Waterloo Street, Weston Super Mare 07854 089121
Offering homemade cakes, tea and coffee and light snacks all served from vintage china, with 1940s music and memorabilia.

www.facebook.com/theblitztearoom1940


West Somerset Railway Stations at Bishop's Lydeard, Blue Anchor, Crowcombe Heathfield, Doniford Halt, Dunster, Minehead, Stogumber, Washford, Watchet, Williton 01643 704996
Travel on steam trains throughout the Summer along West Somerset Railway. Please check website for running times, prices, etc.

www.westsomersetrailway.co.uk


Williton
The Bakelite Museum Orchard Mill, Williton, Taunton 01984 632133
The largest collection of Bakelite and vintage plastics in the world. Delightful cafe too. Open 10.30am to 5pm Tuesdays to Sundays all summer.
www.bakelitemuseum.co.uk


Wookey Hole
The Wookey Hole Inn High Street, Wookey Hole BA5 1BP 01749 676677
Peace, love and great food in a vintage/retro inn.

www.wookeyholeinn.com
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