Coleridge Cottage
Somerset, England
Key facts
- Operator
- National Trust
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Entry pass
- National Trust Explorer Pass
Pinpoint
35 Lime St, Nether Stowey, Bridgwater TA5 1NQ
Telephone 01278 732662
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Coleridge Cottage in Nether Stowey, Somerset, is where Samuel Taylor Coleridge wrote 'The Rime of the Ancient Mariner' - a small property compared to the National Trust's larger estates, but one reviewers say rewards a visit well beyond the half-hour they expected. Volunteer guides are consistently praised for their depth of knowledge about the poet, and a walking guide sometimes takes visitors around the surrounding village to explain further connections. It's a modest, quiet stop rather than a full day out.
Worth the trip
The knowledgeable volunteer guides, who reviewers say turn what looks like a quick visit into a genuinely absorbing hour or more.
Before you go
Don't expect to need more than an hour or so here, but budget extra time if a walking guide is on hand to take you round the village as well.
Reviewers consistently describe Coleridge Cottage as a small but unexpectedly rewarding stop, with knowledgeable volunteer guides eager to share detailed stories about Coleridge and the Romantic poets. The cosy cottage, roaring fire, and small but lovely garden are mentioned repeatedly, along with a warmly received tea room serving scones and cakes. Parking is available at the pub opposite, though one reviewer notes the pub is closed on Wednesdays. Visitors consistently say they didn't expect to spend long there but ended up staying and enjoying it more than anticipated.
Cottage in Nether Stowey where Samuel Taylor Coleridge wrote 'The Rime of the Ancient Mariner'
“Beautiful cottage. The volunteers there are lovely and so informative. Teacake and tea was delicious 😋”- Marie Johnson, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Parking
- “Expecting parking to be an issue I parked at one end of the village and walked the five minute walk to the cottage.” - James Clay
- Guided tours
- “But the volunteer guides were happy to answer lots of questions and to offer fascinating details about the poet and the man.” - Bronwen Lewis
- Facilities
- “I did sit for a while, but it was very hot in the sun, so I headed into the tea room for a scone and a drink.” - James Clay
Common questions about Coleridge Cottage
Where is Coleridge Cottage?
Coleridge Cottage is in Somerset, England, at 35 Lime St, Nether Stowey, Bridgwater TA5 1NQ.
Do you need a ticket to visit Coleridge Cottage?
Yes - Coleridge Cottage is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by National Trust. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
What is the highlight of visiting Coleridge Cottage?
The knowledgeable volunteer guides, who reviewers say turn what looks like a quick visit into a genuinely absorbing hour or more.
Is Coleridge Cottage a ruin or still intact?
Coleridge Cottage is largely intact - Cottage in Nether Stowey where Samuel Taylor Coleridge wrote 'The Rime of the Ancient Mariner'.
