A Gordon Ramsay-trained chef who was once a Masterchef finalist has announced plans to open a restaurant in Wells.

Root Wells will move into the building formerly occupied by Ensemble on Sadler Street. A sister company to Root Bristol and the latest venture from Ramsay scholar Josh Eggleton, his head chef, Rob Howell, Rob's wife and the restaurant's manager, Meg, and restaurant owner Luke Hasell.

It will be a small plates restaurant, primarily focusing on seasonal dishes, with produce from local farms, markets and dairies. Although vegetarian food will make up most of the menu, a few meat and fish options will appear, sourced sustainably from Somerset and the South-West.

Head Chef Rob was born, raised, and began his career at 14 in Wells. He has explored all areas of the role: moving to France to cook, honing his skills in high-end London dining, and working in hotels, but after over fifteen years of experience working abroad and across the country, he decided to settle back home in Wells.

In a statement, Root said: "We feel incredibly fortunate to be in such a fantastic location in the heart of the city, with views of the cathedral. We feel a great weight of responsibility to get this right and offer something special in Wells.

"We are grateful for this opportunity and excited to get started."

While an opening date for the restaurant has yet to be decided, a website for the restaurant, along with sample menus and job opportunities, has gone online.