# FSC Nettlecombe Court, Taunton, Somerset

Field centre near Exmoor National Park sleeping 120 with a games room for large group educational stays, self-taught or tutor-led

## At a Glance

- Sleeps 50 - 120
- 23 bedrooms
- Dining for 70

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## Floor Plans

- No floor plans are available for this property.

## About The Property

Sorry - no hens or stags.

With excellent access to the Somerset coast, Exmoor National Park (a Dark Skies area) and The Quantocks (an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty), FSC Nettlecombe Court is perfectly positioned to make the most of the county’s spectacular countryside. The centre has extensive grounds suitable for outdoor games with a stream, woodlands, grasslands and a river a short walk away.

Accommodation is in the main house sleeping 120 people. Rooms vary in size and all have access to recently refurbished bathroom facilities or en-suites. There are 23 bedrooms in total (18 dormitory rooms and 5 single or twin rooms). 11 of the 23 rooms are en-suite and there are 4 others with designated bathrooms.

There is 1 accessible en-suite bedroom on the first floor accessed from the rear of the building on a sloping gravel path. Electric wheelchairs often can’t gain access though due to their smaller wheels. The dining hall, downstairs classroom, common room and student pantry are all accessible and there is a disabled toilet in the courtyard.

The dining room can seat 60-70 in one sitting. Self-catering only offered to groups that hire out the whole centre. The kitchen is equipped with everything needed for a self-catering stay as it is used regularly to cater for a wide range of groups and sizes.

There is an adult lounge with woodburning fire, TV and comfortable sofas and a separate Common room with a range of recreational activities including pool table, arcade games, table football and TV.

Conference suitable space is in the dining room which can be utilised as both a dining room and/or conference space for 60-70 people. There are a further 5 class/workrooms seating 14-40 people.

There is a licensed bar and shop stocked with local ales and spirits, wines, soft drinks and snacks/souvenirs. These are not available to self-catering groups unless special arrangements are made prior to the visit.

Parking on-site for 40 cars.

It is possible to book activities for adults and children (subject to availability), these are chargeable and must be booked in advance.

Williton is 2.5 miles away and is the closest town.

## Facilities

- **Dog Friendly:** We do not accommodate pets. Assistance dogs only.
- **Accessibility:** 1 accessible en-suite bedroom on the first floor. Dining hall, downstairs classroom, common room and student pantry are all accessible.
- **WiFi:** Mobile signal varies depending on network.
- **Kitchen:** For exclusive hire use only - includes a large walk-in fridge, freezer, gas hobs and oven, 2 large fryers, brat pan, hot plate and dishwasher.
- **Dining Room:** Dining room with big tables and benches and chairs seating 60-70 in one sitting.
- **Sitting Room:** Adult lounge with TV, woodburning fire and comfy sofas.
- **TV and Music Facilities:** Common room with a range of recreational activities including pool table, arcade games, table football and TV.
- **Games Room:** A range of recreational activities including pool table, arcade games, table football and TV.
- **Heating and Open Fires:** All heating is either through radiators or underfloor heating controlled centrally. Woodburning fire in lounge.
- **Bedrooms:** 18 dormitory rooms and 5 single or twin rooms. Some with en suite facilities.
- **Linen:** All bed linen is provided - please bring your own towels.
- **Bathrooms:** Ensuite facilities and allocated bathroom facilities to rooms, along with three ground floor WCs.
- **Children's Facilities:** A range of recreational activities including pool table, arcade games, table football and TV.
- **Outdoor:** Extensive grounds suitable for outdoor games and many on-site habitats which include a stream, woodlands, grasslands and a river.
- **Parking:** Ample parking is provided for 40 cars.
- **Smoking:** Smoking is not permitted indoors - only permitted in the designated smoking area outside.

## Rental Rates

### Headline rates

- From **£10000** per week
- From **£4500** for a 3-night weekend
- From **£3360** for a 2-night weekend
- From **£1680** per midweek night

## Booking Information

- Holding deposit:
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- Exclusive use: £500 or 10% of the total booking fee (whichever is higher). Full payment required for bookings £500 or less. Invoiced at time of booking, payment due within 28 days of invoice to secure booking.
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- Shared use: £150 or 10% of the total booking fee (whichever is higher). Full payment required for bookings £150 or less. Invoiced at time of booking, payment due within 28 days of invoice to secure booking.
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- Balance of the booking cost:
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- Total booking cost minus the deposit paid. Required 8 weeks before arrival (or at time of booking if 8 weeks or less).
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- Refundable damage/security deposit for exclusive use from £1000. Required 8 weeks before arrival (or at time of booking if 8 weeks or less).

## Availability

Please contact the owner for available dates.

## Enquiry

- Enquiry link: https://www.groupaccommodation.com/properties/fsc-nettlecombe-court-taunton-somerset#enquiry

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### Address

Address: Williton, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 4HT, GB

Latitude: 51.1312151

Longitude: -3.3497417

### About The Area

Nettlecombe Court lies in a secluded valley at the eastern edge of Exmoor National Park.

### What's Nearby?

- **Location:** Williton is 2.5 miles away and is the closest town.
- **Shop:** In Williton there are 2 grocery shops, a post office, several pubs and takeaway restaurants.
- **Food and Drink:** On site.
- **Airport:** Exeter or Bristol International Airport.
- **Train:** The nearest train station is Taunton (15 miles). There are regular buses from the station to Williton, but you will need to get a taxi for the final section to the centre.

## Owner Contact Details

- Contact name: FSC Marketing
- Phone: +44 (0)1984 640 320
- Email: enquiries@field-studies-council.org
