Historic pubs · South West England
The Happy Return Public House
In or near Chaffcombe.
The Happy Return Public House in England South West, United Kingdom.
Lewis Clarke — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
About
The Happy Return Public House is a historic pub in England South West, United Kingdom. Britain's pubs are a cornerstone of its tourist appeal — from medieval coaching inns and timber-framed alehouses to grand Victorian gin palaces — and many are listed buildings serving real ale and traditional food.
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Dorset
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Happy Return Public House is located in Chard Town, South-West England, within the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). This traditional pub offers a quintessential British drinking and dining experience. Visitors can expect a casual atmosphere, ideal for enjoying local ales and pub fare. The setting provides a convenient stop for those exploring the surrounding scenic countryside.
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- Coordinates
- 50.8740, -2.9586
- District
- Somerset
- Parish
- Chard Town
- Postcode
- TA20 1FU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Yeovil
Sources
- wikidata: Q26491911 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Happy Return Public House?
- The Happy Return Public House is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode TA20 1FU), in the parish of Chard Town.
- What is The Happy Return Public House?
- The Happy Return Public House in England South West, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Happy Return Public House?
- Drivers can use postcode TA20 1FU.
- Is The Happy Return Public House a protected site?
- Yes — The Happy Return Public House is part of the Dorset National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to The Happy Return Public House?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode TA20 1FU. It sits within the Yeovil parliamentary constituency.