The Chapel Tap

You'll find The Chapel Tap tucked away on Fore Street, and the moment you walk in, you get why they've nicked the chapel name—there's something genuinely atmospheric about drinking in a converted religious space. It's not trying to be Instagram-worthy about it either; this is where actual Taunton people come when they want a decent pint and some proper chat. The beer selection punches well above what you'd expect from a town centre bar, with rotating taps that take the craft side seriously without the wankery that sometimes comes with it. Staff actually know their stuff and won't make you feel daft asking questions.