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Directions: Public conveniences in Sampford Peverell. By vehicle, you access the car park via Lower Town road. The toilet is situated in the recreational play area.
Postcode: EX16 7FB
Owned by: Sampford Peverell Parish Council
Managed by: Sampford Peverell Parish Council
Opening times: 7:00am to 7:00pm
Charge: No
Convenience type: Multi-cubicle/urinal ladies/gents toilet rooms and single-entry disabled W.C.'s
Disabled facilities: Yes
RADAR Key required: Yes
Baby changing facility: No
Condom vending machine: No
RADAR Locks
All toilets with facilities for disabled users are fitted with RADAR locks. RADAR locks are a national key scheme whereby one key fits all RADAR locks through the country. Keys can be purchased from our offices in Mid Devon.
Public conveniences in Cullompton Town Centre.
By vehicle, you access the car park via Station road and park in Forge way car park.
RADAR Locks
All toilets with facilities for disabled users are fitted with RADAR locks. RADAR locks are a national key scheme whereby one key fits all RADAR locks through the country. Keys can be purchased from our offices in Mid Devon.
Disabled toilet facility.
Public toilet available at the Town Hall
One of the higher points in the south west of Exmoor National Park, this popular birding site overlooks Wimbleball Reservoir. Haddon Hill provides a really accessible way to experience Exmoor's wide open moorlands. It is a great place to the herd of free-roaming Exmoor Ponies that live here. The heather and gorse provide a habitat for many species of insect and during the summer, including the rare heath fritillary. The Reservoir is easily accessible from the car park.
Open access all year. Decent stoned or grass tracks although can be a little muddy after heavy rain. The path through the woodland is narrow and uneven. Toilets at car park.
Please note: This is a Pay and Display car park
Facilities include: visitor information centre, horse-drawn barge trips, cafés, boat hire, gift shop and toilets
Public conveniences at the Picnic Area on the A377, Morchard Road.
RADAR Locks
All toilets with facilities for disabled users are fitted with RADAR locks. RADAR locks are a national key scheme whereby one key fits all RADAR locks through the country. Keys can be purchased from our offices in Mid Devon.
Public conveniences in Tiverton's Town Centre, based in the Pannier Market Car Park.
By vehicle, you access the car park via Newport Street. However, by foot, the toilets are next to the pedestrian access off of Bampton Street.
RADAR Locks
All toilets with facilities for disabled users are fitted with RADAR locks. RADAR locks are a national key scheme whereby one key fits all RADAR locks through the country. Keys can be purchased from our offices in Mid Devon.
Briton street car park is located at 47 Brook St in Bampton, EX16 9LU.
Walking
Free of charge car-park. Busy during school time.
• Parking is on a first come, first served basis.
• No overnight parking of campervans and caravans
• No maintenance work on vehicles beyond that needed to start the vehicle
• Parking is not permitted for unroadworthy, SORN, untaxed, and non-MOT and
abandoned vehicles.
• Avoid obstructing other vehicles, access to properties and access for emergency
services.
• Avoid causing noise nuisance or driving at an inappropriate speed.
• Avoid anti-social and criminal behaviour
Location: Morchard Bishop, 11 Church Street, EX17 6PH
Walking
Station Road Car Parking, Bampton, Mid Devon
All toilets with facilities for disabled users are fitted with RADAR locks. RADAR locks are a national key scheme whereby one key fits all RADAR locks through the country. Keys can be purchased from our offices in Mid Devon.
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One of the higher points in the south west of Exmoor National Park, this popular birding site overlooks Wimbleball Reservoir. Haddon Hill provides a really accessible way to experience Exmoor's wide open moorlands. It is a great place to the herd of free-roaming Exmoor Ponies that live here. The heather and gorse provide a habitat for many species of insect and during the summer, including the rare heath fritillary. The Reservoir is easily accessible from the car park.
Open access all year. Decent stoned or grass tracks although can be a little muddy after heavy rain. The path through the woodland is narrow and uneven. Toilets at car park.
Small car park suitable for fewer than 10 vehicles with direct access onto the Grand Western Canal and close access to the old railway line (now a popular walking and cycle path)
Please note: This is a Pay and Display car park
Facilities include: visitor information centre, horse-drawn barge trips, cafés, boat hire, gift shop and toilets
The start (or end) of the Grand Western Canal
Facilities in the area include: farm shop and café
Facilities in the area include: farm shop and café
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Long Stay car park in Cullompton, Mid Devon with access to the town centre, local walks, eateries, shops and attractions. Charges apply.
Thunderflower Distillery was launched in 2018 by Anicca & Dom from the coastal town of Teignmouth before moving to Bradninch in Mid Devon in 2024.
Thunderflower Distillery is an award-winning micro-distillery making small-batch craft-gins and spirits. With botanical flavours extracted by delicate vapour infusion and only pure Dartmoor spring water added to the final spirit, our gins offer a bold, complex character loved by gin enthusiast around the world.
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Founded in 2002, Sandford Orchards is proudly independent and family run.
We only ever use fresh juice from the best locally sourced cider apples and every drop is lovingly made in Britain’s oldest working cider mill, in the heart of Devon. That’s why our ciders taste as they should. Real, refreshing and natural, beautifully balanced and incredibly sessionable.
Our shop is open 6 days a week and every Friday and Saturday evening we open up our Cider Works Tap Room where we have a fully licensed bar and serve delicious stonebaked pizzas from 4pm. Once a month we also run a Tour & Tasting event where your entry ticket includes a tour, pizza, tasting flight of ciders and a Q&A session, pre booking essential.
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The Old Well Garden Centre is a family business, with a great range of plants, fantastic restaurant and great location. Nestled in the heart of Devon's picturesque countryside, this centre offers a wide array of plants, gardening tools, and expert advice. With a focus on providing high-quality products and exceptional customer service, The Old Well Garden Centre has become a beloved destination for both seasoned gardeners and beginners alike.
Located close to junction 27 of the M5 just off the A38. The Old Well's loyal customers have seen them grow over the last 40 years from petrol filling station, selling cut flowers, to a garden centre with one of the best and largest range of plants, extensive garden sundries range and huge pot selection and indoor plant range.
You might also be tempted by their homemade cakes or scones and many other tasty treats on offer.
They also have a wonderful giftware department and during the festive period, an inspiring display of Christmas decorations, lights and trees.
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Established in 2019, Quoit-at-Cross Vineyard is home to 2,200 vines nestled amongst the upland hills of the Mid Devon countryside. They aim to deliver the highest quality wines and are due to launch their first signature sparkling wine made from Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier grapes in 2024, along with a still Bacchus, and a Rondo rosé.
The vineyard's historic site in the charming village of Stoodleigh, just ten minutes from Tiverton, has been farmed by the Hill family for almost a hundred years. From the Vineyard you will experience stunning vistas across the Exe Valley and the Mid Devon region.
Twice weekly tours from May to September: Friday at 5:30pm and Sunday 11:30am.
Tours are 90mins in length and include a guided walk of the Vineyard, followed by a tasting session of our 3 wines.
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Award-winning woodfired pizza, cooking on the streets of Devon.
Pizzas from £7.00. In sunny weather, you can enjoy your pizzas on the grass with a view of the Blackdown Hills.
'Best Pizza in Tiverton' on Restaurant Gurus, 2022
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The award-winning Hartnoll Hotel is nestled on the edge of Exmoor National Park in the delightful Exe Valley in Devon. With stunning decor, sumptuous fabrics, plenty of space to relax, eat and drink and exemplary customer service, it is the perfect place to relax with friends and family or meet with colleagues.
The Hotel is set in beautiful, landscaped gardens surrounded by glorious Devon countryside, only minutes from Junction 27 of the M5 – perfectly located for exploring the West Country, Somerset, Devon and Exmoor.
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With over 15 years of dedication to crafting their artisan ice cream and sorbets, Granny Gothards has earned acclaim both locally here in Mid Devon and internationally. Their commitment to quality is unwavering – every batch is hand-made in Mid Devon to maintain the exceptional standard set from day one.
With more than 195 flavours created (and counting!), from much loved favourites like their strawberries & cream to rice pudding flavour, and even bespoke alcoholic flavours like a Tribute flavoured ice-cream! There is something for everyone to enjoy. What truly sets this handcrafted ice cream apart is the commitment to authenticity. No artificial flavours, preservatives, or shortcuts are taken - but you get the sweet, velvety, and irresistibly creamy taste every time.
At Granny Gothards, they believe that Mother Nature provides all the best ingredients. The secret to their unique flavour lies in the daily delivery of the first milking from Oak Park Dairy (situated nearby in Clyst Hidon, Cullompton) – a blend of Jersey and Friesian breeds, renowned for their deliciously high butterfat milk. Mixed with thick double cream from Gundenhams, a West Country Dairy, they create a crème anglaise with Clarence Court egg yolks and a secret sugar blend. From the cows in the fields to the homemade mixing process, Granny Gothards truly goes from field to fork (or cone!) here in Mid Devon.
It's this hand-made, slow-churning process that infuses the ice cream with a luscious consistency, ensuring that each scoop is a moment of pure indulgence.
Experience the Granny Gothards taste – a symphony of passion, natural flavours, and a dedication to quality. You can purchase locally at Fordmore Farm Shop & Cafe, in cafes across Mid Devon and the UK, and on their online store.
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Experience the charm of Kitchen@25 – a traditional delicatessen, cheesemonger, and bistro offering an array of local delights. Since taking over Treloars Deli in 2019, they have proudly continued the tradition of crafting and selling quality local produce, maintaining recipes with over two decades of history. This award-winning café specialise in locally sourced, artisan products.
As specialist cheesemongers, with delicious locally sourced cheese from Quickes and chutneys from Waterhouse Fayre, Kitchen @25 invite you to explore and create your perfect cheeseboard with their expert assistance.
For special occasions, you can even order a bespoke cheese wedding cake service or choose from a selection of tried-and-tested wedding cakes. Throughout the week, you can delight in homemade, locally sourced offerings, including breakfasts, lunch, deli boards and sharing platters.
By supporting Mid Devon producers and sourcing locally, there are significantly less food miles on Kitchen @25 menu items. This ensures that their food will be fresher, more sustainable and all-round tastier!
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Waterhouse Fayre began in Ann Stallard's kitchen in January 2004. What began as a creative solution to a surplus of raspberries has blossomed into an award-winning venture, now showcasing preserves throughout Devon, the West Country and beyond – from farm shops and delicatessens to tea rooms, restaurants and hotels.
Ann and her husband Neil grow the fruit on their own land in Burlescombe, Tiverton for the perfect homemade taste. With seven acres of land, Neil oversees the fruit growing, ensuring a steady supply for their traditional, small batch production.
Dedicated to sourcing premium ingredients and cooking in small batches, Ann emphasises local connections and has cultivated strong relationships with her local Devon growers. The relocation from South Molton to Tiverton in 2015 expanded their production capabilities, allowing Ann, Neil, and niece Lucy to continue crafting their tasty products! Family plays a vital role in this business, and their passion is made evident in their quality preserves.
Their chutneys are must have for cheese lovers, and the perfect condiment for a cheese and wine night! And their sweet preserves are best paired with some Devonshire scones & cream or some warm, toasty bread!
The Kitchen @25 in Crediton are renowned for their quality cheese boards, with delicious locally sourced cheese from Quickes and the award-winning chutneys from Waterhouse Fayre. The specialist cheesemongers at Kitchen@25 invite you to explore and create your perfect cheeseboard with their expert assistance.
[caption id="attachment_6677" align="aligncenter" width="538"] Cheese board served at Kitchen@25, Crediton with Waterhouse Fayre Chutney[/caption]
[caption id="attachment_6681" align="aligncenter" width="542"] Waterhouse Fayre Chutney served at Kitchen @25[/caption]
You can purchase their preserves in other stores & eateries across Mid Devon, including: Bampton Game, the Deli Shack Tiverton, Ivan’s Tearooms Halberton, G & B Butchers Sampford Peverell, Mole Valley Farm Cullompton, Quickes, Thornes Farm Shop, and more! You can also visit them their website for their full selection.
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Paul and Kim Baker run their business, Bakers Devon Honey, from their farm in Bradninch, Cullompton. They care for the bees on their farm and in return receive pure honey and honeycomb.
The natural honey is full of all the right goodness and makes the perfect condiment to pair with some warm, buttery toast. Or drizzled over some porridge to add some yummy sweetness! Paul and Kim’s commitment to their business, as well as the local environment and wildlife, is made evident in their wonderful produce.
Not only this, the bees themselves play a key part in their integrative, regenerative farming methods. When the bees visit flowers, they spread their pollen and nectar, helping to improve soil microbial activity and nutrient cycling. This pollination process in turn improves the crop yield.
As you can see, you will find an abundance of beautiful wild flower meadows at Paul and Kim’s farm – a wonderful habitat for all sorts of wildlife and the perfect playground for their bees!
Their 350 acre farm comprises of grassland and arable, with large areas adorned with wildflowers. The beehives are occasionally moved around the farm to be closer to the food sources, so that they can forage through the wildflower plots and the extensive woodland adjoining the farm.
Their pure honey is made on-site, and is available locally across Mid Devon. You can purchase Bakers Devon Honey from the Stokehouse Farm vending machines (self-serve stations at the Moorhayes Community Centre in Tiverton and the Culm Valley Sports Centre in Cullompton. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week). You can also order honey from their Facebook page @DevonHoney, and get it delivered straight to your door.
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At Appledore Farm Eggs, a family-run farm near Tiverton, Adam and his family care for their flock of happy free-range hens.
All of their chickens lead happy and healthy lives, they are free to roam the green pasture of the Devon hills and are fed specially formulated feed (created by the family on their own farm!) to produce tasty eggs, with strong quality shells and rich golden yolks.
The wheat and oats used for their chicken feed is grown and milled on their farm, which ensures they know exactly what goes into their girls’ feed.
This process, which was also used by the family’s great-grandfather who once owned the poultry farm, creates the lovely rich yolk that Appledore Farm Eggs are renowned for! Their home-mixing is also key to keeping the food miles down; their wheat fields are all within eight miles of their happy hens and their on-farm mill. The feed gets harvested in the autumn for the following year’s food.
By producing their own feed and selling their eggs locally, Appledore Farm Eggs are supporting the field to fork process. Reducing food-miles is imperative to lowering the carbon footprint associated with transportation. Local sourcing decreases the need for long-haul transportation, leading to fewer greenhouse gas emissions and contributing to a more sustainable and eco-friendly food system.
Appledore deliver fresh eggs to the award-winning Bakehouse Café Bar in Cullompton. Here, you can order home-cooked, locally sourced meals – perhaps a delicious fry up with quality eggs that go from the field to the fork within Mid Devon! Fried, poached or scrambled, you will taste the difference with Appledore Farm Eggs. Whatever you decide, you will be greeted at the Bakehouse with a warm welcome and the smell of fresh coffee & homemade delights.
[caption id="attachment_6597" align="aligncenter" width="547"] The Bakehouse Café Bar, Cullompton[/caption]
[caption id="attachment_6598" align="aligncenter" width="548"] Appledore Farm Eggs, served at The Bakehouse Café[/caption]
You can find their tasty eggs at various other locations around Mid Devon, including: Halberton Farm Shop, Coffee Bean Tiverton, Bickleigh Mill, Bampton Fruit and Veg, Steamer, Lime Tree, and Muddifords.
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Quicke's is a family-owned artisan cheese producer with a heritage that spans generations. Nestled in the heart of the Mid Devon countryside, they have been farming here since 1540 and producing award-winning cheese since 1973.
Interestingly, we have Anne Boleyn to thank for the creation of Quickes Cheese. It was because of her that Henry VIII fell out with the Catholic Church, dissolved the monasteries and reallocated their land. Some of that land – a particularly beautiful stretch near Newton St Cyres in Devon, to be precise - he allotted to a chap called Thomas Bidwell. And when a distant Quicke ancestor, Richard Quicke, walked Thomas' daughter Elizabeth up the aisle of the local church, the Quicke family became established in this green and very pleasant corner of Devon.
Today Mary and Jane Quicke run the cheese business, they are mother and daughter and 14th / 15th generation Quickes! They use the same time-honoured methods and recipes that have been passed down throughout generations – so that each bite encapsulates the essence of history, craftsmanship, and a true passion for quality.
The rich red Devon soil and Mid Devon’s climate provide the best conditions for lush pasture, on which Quickes' herd of cows are out grazing for most of the year. Each type of cheese, which is lovingly hand-crafted by their expert cheesemakers, is patiently matured in their bespoke ageing rooms. The art of this ageing process allows the flavour to develop and intensify, resulting in unparalleled depth and flavour. Every stage of the farming, cheese making, and maturation process plays its part in achieving the fantastic flavours present in each cheese.
Any cheese you choose, whether it be the mellow creaminess of Quicke's Buttery Cheddar or the intense richness of the Mature Clothbound cheddar, you will taste the true passion and dedication that goes into each bite.
You can buy Quicke's products locally in their on-site shop, which is a great way to keep your food miles down as their mouth-watering cheese is made and sold on the same farm! They also sell a range of local produce, including Waterhouse Fayre jams & chutneys (keep an eye out for their upcoming Field to Fork feature!) a perfect condiment to elevate any flavour.
From field to fork within Mid Devon - you will also find wonderful Quicke's produce at the Kitchen @25 in Crediton, a traditional delicatessen, cheesemonger, and bistro offering an array of local delights. As specialist cheesemongers, with delicious locally sourced cheese from Quicke's and chutneys from Waterhouse Fayre, Kitchen @25 invite you to explore and create your perfect cheeseboard with their expert assistance.
Quicke's also offer guided tours of the farm throughout the spring and summer, where you can find out more about their expert production process.
[caption id="attachment_6523" align="aligncenter" width="556"] Quickes Cheese being served at Kitchen @25 in Crediton[/caption]
Quickes’ “field to fork” approach to producing, allows the local community to celebrate and preserve these unique food traditions. This not only contributes to a strong sense of place, but keeps unique traditions alive.
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Nestled within 100 acres of tranquil, spacious and charming grounds of Bridwell Park, The Orangery Cafe is delighted to welcome visitors 7 days a week. Barista coffee, speciality tea, light lunch, cream teas, cakes, treats, bar drinks, gifts and local produce all form part of the seasonal menu.
Bickleigh Mill is a family run business that offers 3 floors of unique shopping and the Bistro with beautiful waterside garden seating.
We are a historic watermill that was built in the late 18th century and were milling corn up until the devastating floods of the 1960's. The waterwheel is still in place to view whilst in the Bistro.
The Bistro is the perfect place for intimate Breakfasts, lunches, cream teas and meet ups. The food is all homemade and made with locally sourced produce.
The shop will surprise you with its diversity; we choose quality products from a range of local artisan suppliers and interesting products with ethical practices from beyond. You will come across special gifts and treats for yourself, it's a real Aladdin's Cave!
We welcome dogs in the shop and Bistro and parking to explore the walks along the Exe Valley Way.
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Devon Cookery School offers fun, relaxed, and informative cooking experiences in a gorgeous West Country setting. Choose from over 20 different classes for all abilities, cuisines, and tastes. From Mexican Street Food, Pastry, Japanese, Fish Filleting, Bread Making plus many more!
Voted Food Magazine's Best Cookery School 2022.
The unique visitor attraction, Quince Honey Farm, is ideally located just off the A361 within easy reach of Mid Devon. Open daily, there is so much on offer for all ages to enjoy. Gather your friends and family and visit the award-winning Nectary Restaurant for freshly prepared lunches. The shop stocks the farm's own seasonal honeys, brand-new skincare range, beeswax candles and gifts. There is currently a large discount on selected honeys so be sure to pick up a jar or two. Both the shop and restaurant are free to enter all year round. Quince Honey Farm also has a fantastic large indoor soft play area, the Play Hive, providing a great space for children to buzz around. Book a ticket to the Full Attraction and join the daily tours and activities to learn about bees, honey and everything in between.
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The Mitre Inn is the perfect place to enjoy great food. Excellent menu of dishes made from fresh, locally sourced supplies with a great vegan and vegetarian selection. From traditional options to seasonal specials, we promise the best quality.
Dog friendly bar for drinks and dining and separate restaurant. Outdoor tables for glorious summer days.
Feel completely at home in our cosy rooms. Enjoy a comfortable stay at The Mitre Inn with a fantastic choice of breakfasts, or choose our room only option. The perfect stop for walkers, cyclists and families, enjoying the great outdoors from our country village. Packed lunches made to order for Two Moors Way walkers. Two dog friendly rooms.
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Nestled in Mid Devon's newest stylish venue overlooking our beautiful countryside, The Steamer is an exciting new artisan coffee house and eatery. Located on the edge of Cullompton, within easy reach of the M5, it specialises in serving exceptional coffee and teas alongside high quality and locally-sourced eats.
The team have sampled the best Devon has to offer, priding themselves on only using high quality locally sourced produce from an array of ethical growers and suppliers.
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We are a small family dairy farm in Mid Devon. Our cows are milked once per day and spend the rest of their time out in the fields grazing and enjoying nature.
We are working towards becoming carbon neutral here on the farm.
Our cows’s milk is gently pasteurised here on farm. Nothing taken away and nothing added! You will notice a difference and many say they love the creaminess.
Our milk is available for purchase at two locations: Culm Valley Sports Centre in Cullompton and Moorhayes Community Centre in Tiverton.
Both locations are self contained milk sheds, self serve and open 24/7.
Reusable milk bottles, flavoured syrups and fresh local eggs are also available for purchase.
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Tiverton Steak House & Bar takes pleasure in letting you enjoy your own food by cooking your fresh steak, the way you like it, right in front of you on a hot bespoke lava stone.
The Steak House offers large portions of good quality food in a cosy atmosphere. You'll find excellent service from friendly staff.
Don't forget to order a classic cocktail to accompany your meal!
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The Flying Pickle is an independent deli café located on Tiverton's trendy Lower Gold Street.
Enjoy cooked to order breakfasts from 9am - 11am, including sweet options all the way to Full English. Choose from a range of salads, sandwiches, pies and pastries for lunch. Wash your food down with the café's own bespoke roast coffee or a delicious cold drink. Yummy cakes and a range of local and continental deli goods are also for sale as well as a cheese counter.
The Flying Pickle uses locally sourced ingredients and has a good range of veggie, vegan and gluten-free options available.
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The Grist Mill Café Bar at Coldharbour Mill sits by the waterside with space for 30 people inside and additional seating outside under the heated umbrella and alongside our beautiful gardens. With a view of the Sensory gardens and water it is the ideal spot to relax with a bite to eat or hot drink.
Serving a selection of locally sourced, cakes, light lunches and snacks, freshly brewed hot drinks we are open to both our Museum visitors and anyone else who wants to come and enjoy the beautiful surrounds.
We have FREE parking, we are dog friendly both inside and outside the café and we offer unlimited free Wi-Fi so you can even stop by for a meeting or do focus on some work with excellent coffees and cakes to keep you motivated.
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Utopian Brewing are based in picturesque Mid-Devon. Our mission is to celebrate British brewing and incredible lager. Brewed in a classical way, we create lagers that are of the highest quality, easy drinking and brewed using only 100% British grown ingredients. We are committed to sustainability and are working towards our ultimate ambition to become a carbon neutral brewery.
Our first batch of British Premium lager was released in March 2019 and we now produce a range of core lagers and seasonal specials in both Keg and cans for both pubs and bars and retail. Whilst the majority of our customers are in the South West our multi award winning lagers are now available in pubs, bars and bottle shops across the UK. All of our lagers are Vegan.
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Lighthouse is a registered charity that serves Mid-Devon. It is run by a board of Trustees, employs two part time staff and has a team of volunteers who serve in the café. It stocks Christian books, Bibles, CDs, DVDs and has a large range of greetings cards and gifts, mostly carrying a Bible text.
The café serves hot and cold drinks, home made cakes and tray bakes, and light lunches. It has both inside seating and a courtyard seating area for when the weather is suitable.
Downstairs we have a large room that is used as the overflow to the café and our second-hand Christian book section. It can also be booked to be used for meetings, etc.
Lighthouse, as a charity, has been in Tiverton for over 30 years. It was previously called New Creation and operated out of premises at the other end of Bampton Street.
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Small Farm Shop, selling ONLY Home-Grown produce. Summer crops from the polytunnel include tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers and chillies.
Other 'field' crops such as potatoes, carrots, runner beans, french beans, broad beans, various greens and year-round salads.
Home-made fruit cordials jams, pickles and chutneys, all from our own produce. Apples in season and some soft fruit.
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Nestled on three acres of land in Kentisbeare, just three miles from Cullompton, Little Bishops Organics are the perfect source for your organic vegetables. They are certified organic by the Soil Association and grow good quality, healthy veg in a way that benefits the soil, wildlife and the local community.
Dave and Chloe, who work on the farm, believe in the importance of locally grown fruit and veg. Not only because it means better quality, but they believe that it fosters strong community connections – it allows the consumer to connect with the growers and become more aware of the effort and love that goes into its production! By growing local seasonal produce, Chloe and Dave are introducing a rich and diverse array of fruit & veg. This promotes a wonderfully varied diet that the community can enjoy.
Keeping it small scale and local means that Little Bishops veg is fresh, seasonal and comes with hardly any packaging. They grow over 50 varieties of vegetables from tomatoes, aubergines, sweetcorn and cucumbers in summer, to cauliflowers, leeks, cabbages and celeriac in winter. And, they have three polytunnels allowing them to grow popular salad leaves all year round.
They supply the award-winning The Lost Kitchen in Tiverton, a well-renowned restaurant that offers the perfect venue for a tasty breakfast, lunch or dinner. With a seasonally inspired menu & seasonal veggies from Little Bishops, diners can experience flavours that are at their peak during specific times of the year. This promotion of seasonal eating not only supports sustainable agricultural practices, but creates a varied menu bursting with new tastes and flavours!
Chloe’s family have been on Bishops Farm since 1915, and her and her family strongly believe in farming organically. This sustainable and environmentally friendly approach not only ensures that Little Bishops veg is high-quality & always fresh, but helps support and maintain biodiversity. This diversity is essential for ecosystem health.
As well as at The Lost Kitchen, you can purchase their veg at Cullompton Farmers’ Market, Kentisbeare Village Stores and Post Office, or sign up for a box via their Community Supported Agriculture veg box scheme.
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Applebee Farm is a 5 acre small holding in Goodiford Kentisbeare. We have 120 hens who free range here amongst our 160 tree orchard. We have a 12 hive apiary from which we harvest our beautiful honey. We grow seasonal fruit and veg to sell direct at Cullompton Farmers’ Market and to make into a range of jams and chutneys, for the short season we have 60 asparagus crowns from which the fresh spears are cut freshly for sale at the Farmers’ Market when in season.
You'll find Applebee Farm produce to buy at Cullompton Farmers' Market or direct from the farm gate stall.
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Daisyland Home Produce, a licensed food and cider producer, is based just three miles east of Cullompton. We are all about home-grown and home-made produce from our 20 acre smallholding.
From our farmhouse kitchen, we jam and preserve home-grown produce for our jellies, jams and chutneys, just like our special, vibrant Crab Apple Jelly, sweet Chilli Jelly and deliciously Spicy Tomato Chutney, perfect for sausages or burgers.
Non-stop apple pressing takes place in the autumn to produce our fresh, pure apple juice and our own Devon craft cider. All our varieties of juice and cider change each year as we work and blend specially according to the apples available.
We love sustainability, no waste, no air miles and we adore preserving traditionally, the natural way whilst thereby minimising additives of any kind.
You can buy all our produce at Cullompton Farmers’ Market or our preserves at Moments Gift Shop on Fore Street in Cullompton. We are also attending the new Farmers' Market, at Tiverton Pannier Market.
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The Beer Engine in Newton St Cyres is Devon's oldest working Brewpub. It offers a child and dog friendly traditional atmosphere, seasonal home cooked food, an open log fire, outdoor dining and televised live sports.
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Rull Orchard is a cidery with an aim to work with nature, not against it. The orchard not only produces award-winning quality cider, fresh honey from their bees, and tasty fruit juices – it has also become a self-sufficient and ecologically sustainable site. They keep it simple and sustainable so every drop is infused with a little idyllic Devonshire countryside.
Mike and Claire, who run the orchard at Northdown Road in Bickleigh, have made it their mission to provide provenance on their products. They aim to increase local biodiversity by managing and promoting new wildlife, endorse ecological sustainability by using no pesticides or insecticides, and be environmentally sustainable by working on a carbon-negative footprint.
The conditions of the soil in Mid Devon make it perfect to grow fruit trees at Rull Orchard, which are then hand-picked to create unique tasting ciders and fruit juices. Mike and Claire have combined traditional and modern techniques into their cider production process to ensure the end-product is extra special. Their sparkling apple cider is a delightful and invigorating drink that captures the essence of autumnal orchards and joyous celebrations.
Mike is also one of the first pomeliers in the country, so be sure to try his rich and sweet Pomological cider which is created using a blend of the boldest apples from a neighbouring orchard that is over 130 years old! It's big, bold and complex and pairs beautifully with cheese - the bigger the better!
You can find their award-winning products at local farmers markets across Mid Devon, as well as across Somerset and Devon. They also host on-site events in the spring and summer, so be sure to keep an eye on their socials for any up-coming events.
Cidery Eco Friendly Local Producer Local Produce Shopping
Situated in the heart of Cullompton, The Bakehouse Cafe Bar offers home from home comfort along with tasty home made food from local suppliers.
Organic Devon roasted coffee, a great range of teas, soft drinks & a fantastic range of beers, wines & spirits are accompanied by a warm welcome & friendly service.
We are open from 9.00am until 5.00pm Monday to Saturday. Each Wednesday to Saturday evening we open from 6.00pm offering the perfect relaxed setting for a dinner & cocktails!
We are dog friendly in the day but unfortunately we cannot welcome dogs in the evening.
Wine Bar Restaurant Café
Banburys is a family run department store stocking everything from homewares and gifts, fashion and beauty, accessories and shoes. We even have a toy department to keep the little ones quiet. When you've finished shopping, take the break you deserve in our Café!
Banburys Department Store stocks leading fashion brands such as Levis, Barbour, Sea Salt, Joules and Reiker Shoes.
We stock leading homeware brands such as Robert Welch Knives, Smeg Electricals, Emma Bridgewater Pottery, Stone Glow Candles and a huge range of luxury bedding.
We are passionate about supporting local producers and stock Devon made beds, duvets, soaps and crystal glass.
Department Store Gift shop Eating Out Café
Beer Factory and Kitchen is a foodie lovers dream! Not only is it based in Hanlons Brewery, so of course serves its award winning ales straight from the tap. It is also known for amazing smokehouse food and epic burgers.
A family owned venue that is renowned for its relaxed and casual outdoor dining experience. Not only does it have a smoker (Peggy Sue) in the restaurant you also have the option of viewing the working brewery in the shop area. The outdoor restaurant has heating and is undercover but you also have the option of basking up the sun in the garden area .A new addition this year are the private dining shacks- great for a special occasions and you also get use of a speaker to play your own music. The venue is also dog friendly
Plenty of free onsite parking is available and brewery tours take place once a month on a Thursday evening.
Brewery Local Produce Public House Take-Away Restaurant
Tickets are just £10.95!
The Bear Trail is Devon’s muddiest family assault course!
30 obstacles, unlimited mud! An award-winning mud-fest of an attraction, The Bear Trail is a family-friendly mud-run obstacle course set on a 10-acre site.
Scramble over the bear nets, zoom down the zip wire, and tumble through the tunnels. Tackle the assault course together as many times as you like; this is a mighty mudder for all ages.
The Bear Trail is open weekends and daily during the school holidays from Thursday 25th July – Tuesday 3rd September 2024. Choose from one of our two, 3-hour sessions 10am – 1pm or 2pm – 5pm. Remember everyone requires a ticket whether tackling the Trail, or not.
For more information and to book please visit Bear Trail's website.
To book: https://beartrail.bookmyactivity.co.uk/book/462/booking.aspx
2024 Special Events
Colour Bomb – Spring Edition – Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th April
Summer Slime Madness – Saturday 6th July
Colour Bomb – Summer Edition – Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th September
Autism Friendly Outdoor Get Outdoors Take-Away Café Health and Wellbeing Activity & Adventure
Bloomberry Juice is a family run business which was set up to provide fresh juice cocktails and smoothies at various events throughout the country. Within a year of starting people were asking to take home our juices. This launched the juice cocktails in glass bottles with a twist of bloom in our berry drinks. Since then, Bloomberry Juice has produced a diverse range of drinks, using local ingredients where possible. We press our own apples and freeze until required for production, enabling us to maintain freshness.
Our guiding principles – we don’t use added sugar [only local honey in 2 products], we don’t add preservatives or any other additive, and no concentrated juices, just pressed. So our products are as natural as they can be. We collect our own floral extracts in season, fuse and freeze until required. We introduce new recipes when new fruit become available, like our Apple & Blackcurrant. We try to give those not drinking alcohol a satisfying experience whether drunk in a wine glass or high glass with ice or even with sparkling water for a more refreshing drink.
You can buy our juices at:
Mrs Gill's, Market Walk, Tiverton
Halberton Court Farm Shop
The Bakehouse, Cullompton
Local Producer Local Produce Shopping Local Produce
The Butterleigh Inn is a traditional pub with Bed and Breakfast rooms in the heart of the Mid Devon countryside. We serve a selection of local beers and ciders, and our menu features a range of delicious classic pub dishes prepared by our chef using seasonal locally supplied vegetables, meat and fish. We serve a delicious Sunday carvery roast, and the pub features a sunny garden and warming winter fires that will want to make you linger a while.
The Butterleigh Inn has been in the Campaign for Real Ale's (CAMRA) Good Beer Guide for 35 consecutive years, and we are accredited by them for serving local real ales brewed within a specified distance of the pub. We were awarded the local branch 'Pub of the Year' in 2013, and were a runner-up in the South West regional judging.
Public House Inn B&B
Bickleigh Castle is one of the most beautiful private estates in Devon specialising in exclusive Weddings, House Parties, Conferences and Events. The Castle dates from Norman times and has a Saxon chapel. The Castle has hosted over 700 bespoke weddings in the last nineteen years, mainly over weekends.
The Castle, gardens and grounds are open to the public on Thursday afternoons from early April until the end of October. Follow your tour of the historic Castle with a delicious Afternoon Tea in our Orangery or in the gardens.
Weddings Café Heritage & Culture Houses and Gardens
Bridwell Park is a unique Country House Estate in the heart of Mid Devon, situated on the edge of the village of Uffculme.
Lord Ivar Mountbatten and his team take great pride in hosting and sharing an exciting programme of Seasonal Activities and Pop Up Events for the local community to enjoy when visiting. The Orangery Café and Parkland are open on a daily basis, and The Artisans & Makers Pop Up Market, Supper Club and Workshops and much much more take place throughout the year.
Elopement Weddings, Shoot Parties and innovative are also very much at home in this fantastically flexible one of a kind venue. The Georgian House, Orangery, Chapel, Parkland and Old Stables combined, offer quite the appealing destination.
Walking Events Weddings B&B Café Nature and Wildlife Houses and Gardens
Situated next to the Grand Western Canal Basin, the Canal Tea Rooms offer cream teas with home-made scones, sandwiches, baguettes, teas and coffees, and home-made lemonade.
Our High Teas and Ploughmans receive many wonderful reviews on Tripadvisor.
Come and sit in our colourful garden which won 1st Prize in the Tiverton in Bloom competition. Indoor seating is available if it is raining.
We are very dog friendly and have easy wheelchair access to all tables. There is a wheelchair access toilet in the nearby carpark.
Café
Crediton Farmers' Market is a twice monthly Farmers’ Market bringing together our local Farmers and Producers.
We offer a wide variety of locally produced foods, including a full range of meats, cheeses, pies & pasties, scotch eggs, vegetarian & vegan food, apple juice & cider vinegar, fish, cakes, bread, jams & preserves and organic vegetables.
All our stallholders are on hand to answer your questions about their produce and can tell you the journey from farm to fork!
The market takes place on the Town Square in Crediton on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month, throughout the year.
For upcoming dates, see: Crediton Farmers' Market
Food Event Markets Local Produce Farmers' Market
Shop like a local and visit Cullompton Farmers’ Market, held on the second and fourth Saturday each month (usually from 9.30am to 12.30pm). Every month, come rain or shine, approximately 20 top producers from within a 30 mile radius of the town come and sell their produce. Visit our What's On section to see dates for upcoming Market events.
Foods on offer include many organic and free range meat producers plus home baked produce, preserves, eggs and a wide range of cheeses, deli products, organic veg, fruit, drinks & cider. Plants, and scrumptious cakes, craft beer, pure apple juice, goat milk soap, chilli products and honey. We continually encourage new producers to join us and offer seasonal changes throughout the year. Refreshments and hot food are also available, and can be enjoyed whilst sitting and chatting amongst friends and the producers, who are more than willing to talk to you about their produce and often pass on tips and recipe ideas.
For upcoming dates, see: Cullompton Farmers' Market
Food Event Markets Local Produce Farmers' Market
The Culm Valley Inn is located in Culmstock; a pretty little village in East Devon. Culmstock stretches out on both sides of the River Culm, the two sides being linked by an old stone bridge. The Culm Valley Inn takes advantage of all of the village's charm.
Our charming pub offers bags of character, with our warm and inviting log fire and wonderful staff. We offer a fine selection of top-notch microbrewery beers and unusual wines from small specialist growers (all available by the bottle or glass). Chalkboards list ‘stunning’ pub food all being beautifully presented.
Our dog-friendly pub is a great location for either a delightful sit down meal or to just pop in for a ‘quick’ pint in front of the open fires. We have a great outdoor seating area for those hot days with picturesque views of the stone bridge.
Public House Guest Accommodation Self-Catering B&B Take-Away Restaurant
Crediton Coffee Company is a speciality coffee roasters and coffee house. We buy the top 2% of coffees from around the world and roast them to order in our coffee shop in the market square of Crediton.
Ground and brewed for our customers to enjoy in the shop or the square, or take home a bag of freshly roasted beans for home use or as a gift for friends.
Local Producer Local Produce Take-Away Café
The Turning Tides Project is a Community Interest Company operating out of the Crediton Station Tea Rooms.
The Tea Rooms serves a range of #Inclusively made food and drinks. Our produce is locally sourced, home-grown, or made using FareShare collections. We cater for all dietary needs, and we also run a pay-it-forward initiative.
Our space includes a shop stocked with unique craft items made in our sessions, as well as beautiful bouquets of flowers grown in our allotment space.
We also offer catering or flowers for events; you can even hire our private space for meetings or parties.
TTTP takes a Social Model approach - our aim is to provide equal access to arts, music and life for those with ‘learning disability’ and ‘autism’ labels. We provide training, work experience, volunteering opportunities, and an #Inclusive place to relax.
Drop by for a coffee, some cake and a chat. We’d love to see you.
Autism Friendly Take-Away Café
The Duck & Bean café is nestled away in the heart of Tiverton town centre. It's the perfect place for an intimate or relaxing breakfast, brunch or lunch. We also have a beautiful garden which is perfect for a lovely afternoon or sunny morning alike. Come and taste our famous handmade sausage rolls, scotch eggs or cakes.
Enjoy our delicious new evening menu on Friday and Saturday nights from 9th July 2021.
The Duck & Bean has free internet and everyone is welcome, no matter how many legs you have.
Everything is freshly made and locally sourced.
Eating Out Events Take-Away Café
The Ducks Ditty floating café bar with the only canal-side beer garden in Devon!
Fully licensed, this very unique barge boasts one of the most relaxing and beautiful spots on the banks of the Grand Western Canal Country Park in Tiverton.
Selection of real ales, cold lagers and ciders including Devon’s Sandford Orchards on draught and old-fashioned soft drinks. The Ducks Ditty serves barista coffee and loose leaf tea.
Should you be feeling a little peckish, there’s Chunk of Devon’s award winning pasties – Steak, Pork & Scrumpy, Cheddar & Onion, Roasted Vegetable… Served hot, bargee style, to eat in or takeaway. We also serve delicious Marshfield Scoop Ice-Cream.
Sit, relax and unwind with family and friends… watch the world drift by on the canal, with a glass of your favourite beer or bubbly.
Public House Café
Electric Nights Streetfood is part of Tiverton’s Artisan Night Market held at Tiverton Pannier Market on the first Saturday of the month from May to August, with a Christmas special on the night of the town's switch-on. This free-to-attend market event offers the best of Westcountry street food and artisan food and craft along with live music and children’s entertainment.
The events provide a wealth of quality food talent (many of the traders are award-winning) from across the South West alongside a bar and café. Food lovers will be spoilt for choice - why not pop along to this welcoming, feel-good, fun evening out. Visit out What's On section for the dates of this year's events.
Food Event Street Catering Eating Out
The Exeter Community Pub is a third generation family owned and community run pub in the centre of Thorverton, a beautiful rural village in the east of Mid Devon. The Exeter is both a dog and family friendly pub. There is a free car park located 50 metres up the road from the pub. Our food offering and events are currently displayed on our Facebook page.
Bike Friendly Public House Events
Elsie May's is a family run café named after the owner's Grandmother. Elsie May was well known for her cake making and catering in the Tiverton area.
We are proud of our 'Homemade' ethos with all our chilled pastries, soup and lunches made on the premises. Our premises are available to hire out for private functions with a capacity for 35-40 people.
Take-Away Café
The Exe Valley Farm Shop sources local, traditional and natural products, ensuring the quality is high at all times. As well as fresh fruit, vegetables, bread, milk and eggs the shop now has a butchery selling the best tasting traditional Ruby Red Devon home reared beef, lamb and pork from our own farm in the fertile Exe Valley.
Large range of country store and garden essentials along with an array of gifts and treats for everyone.
The farm shop has its own Ruby Red Café offering freshly brewed coffee along with an extensive menu, an ideal venue for people to meet friends, enjoy a bite to eat whilst undertaking your shopping.
The shop also has a function room facility available to hire for meetings or private functions.
Open 7 days a week the shop can be contacted on 01392 8612239 and The Ruby Red on 01392 861403
Local Producer Farm Shop Garden Centre Take-Away Café
Bridge Troll is Tiverton’s independent board game café.
The café serves a range of barista coffee, tea, milkshakes and hot chocolate along with cake and snacks to keep you fuelled with yumminess while you play games from our growing library of games suitable for all ages.
The store sells board games, collectible card games, table top miniature wargaming, as well as paints and tools.
The café also host regular gaming evenings and events.
Fully licenced and available for private hire.
Gaming Craft Shopping Café Activity & Adventure
Situated just outside of Cullompton, Fordmore Farm Shop and Café is a family run and owned farm shop, selling the best Devon has to offer.
Embracing organic farming for nearly three decades, Fordmore Farm Shop is a stronghold for sustainability and animal welfare. They work closely with small farmers who share their values, ensuring that their meat is not only delicious but aligns with their ethical standards. They also farm their own herd of Longhorn cows, which are free to roam out on Mid Devon pasture for the majority of their lives.
Longhorns are a slow-growing British breed and boast a variety of brindle colours, from red to grey, with a distinctive white line or "finching" along their backs and tails. Unlike other breeds that mature in just 18 months, Longhorns take between 2.5 to 3 years to reach full maturity.
At Fordmore Farm Shop, a commitment to working in harmony with the natural environment is paramount. The ethos revolves around not pushing these remarkable cows beyond their natural capabilities, allowing them to lead fulfilling lives roaming on Mid Devon's organic pastures. They enjoy the occasional top-up of home-grown silage, ensuring a sustainable and ethical approach.
When you choose Longhorn beef from Fordmore Farm Shop, you're not just selecting a superior product; you're supporting a philosophy that prioritizes the well-being of the animals and the environment.
Fordmore are dedicated to quality and sustainability; producing a significant amount of goods from their own farm, whilst the rest is sourced from local suppliers. From fruit and vegetables to dairy, deli goods, bakery treats, and artisanal chutneys and jams – their offerings are a celebration of seasonal, locally sourced treasures.
Indulge in the farm-to-table experience at Fordmore, where their commitment to quality extends to home-cooked delights, including mouth-watering burgers that capture the essence of their carefully curated ingredients.
The farm shop also has on-site animals and a play park for kids - making it perfect for a day out with the family. You can grab some lunch, do a spot of shopping and let the kids enjoy some playtime. And, make sure to keep an eye out for the upcoming launch of their new fish shop!
Bike Friendly Eco Friendly Farm Shop Autism Friendly Outdoor Indoor Café
The friendly Gallery Restaurant is waiting to welcome you at Tiverton Hotel Lounge and Venue. The restaurant is open to the public as well as guests of the hotel. Enjoy great hospitality and regional cuisine, sourced whenever possible from local West Country producers. A family friendly restaurant with special menus for children.
Enjoy cocktails daily until late in the Lounge Bar. Savour a traditional Cream Tea or delicious full Afternoon Tea.
The restaurant is also available for private events. Get in touch with the team to discuss the possibilities.
Take-Away Café
Right in the heart of Tiverton town centre on Market Walk, Mrs Gill's Country Cakes restaurant is a great choice for a quick coffee or a 3 course meal.
Mrs Gill's Country Cakes is the perfect place for breakfast, lunch, evening meal or Sunday roast.
We have a beautifully spaced out restaurant that can cater for parties big and small.
Come and taste our famous handmade, award winning cakes and fabulous locally sourced freshly made meals.
We also stock our cakes, made here on site, and an array of locally made jams, chutneys, honeys, chocolate and more to buy to take home.
Local Producer Local Produce Eating Out Take-Away Restaurant Café
Fursdon is one of Devon’s oldest family homes where the Fursdon family has lived for more than 765 years. This fascinating house has evolved from a modest cob dwelling to the elegant Georgian manor house you see today and is surrounded by stunning country views.
Join a relaxed and fascinating guided tour of the house and spend time in the family museum, updated for the 2024 season, followed by a leisurely stroll around four acres of sensitively restored gardens and grounds. The peaceful Coach Hall tea-room serves delicious homemade cream teas and cake with views down the valley. Dogs on leads are welcome in the gardens and tea-room and there is an outdoor play area for children.
A charming holiday cottage is also available, and a number of special open days and events run throughout the year. Oliver and Emily Fursdon and their two children took over as the 24th generation of custodians at Fursdon in 2019. They warmly welcome visitors to their home.
Outdoor Indoor Place of Interest Walking Explore Mid Devon Heritage & Culture Houses and Gardens
The Hickory Inn is a family run smoke house, passionate about creating authentic home-smoked meat dishes, using local produce.
We’re family and dog friendly, and our aim is to give you a great time, a friendly atmosphere, and a full belly.
All the draughts you’ll find here are from within 100 miles, and almost everything we serve is homemade, right down to our sauces!
The Hickory Inn, in the heart of Halberton, Devon, is just minutes from the Grand Western Canal, and boasts easy access to the surrounding villages and motorway.
Smokehouse Public House Restaurant
From Field to Fork
Halberton Court Farm Shop, located just outside of Tiverton, is a family-run farm shop and café. The Stevens family took on the farm in 1992 and focused on arable and vegetable farming. In 2001, they recognised an opportunity to create a farm shop, which has since flourished into a thriving community hub.
At the heart of Halberton Court Farm Shop is their commitment to sustainable practices. They now home-rear their own cattle, which they sell on-site and to other local butchers across Mid Devon. This not only means less food mileage, but it also ensures quality assurance as their cattle lead happy, healthy lives and are raised in the best possible conditions. Step into Halberton Court Butchers to discover a wide range of meticulously hand-crafted meaty goods, from sumptuous beef wellington to spicy sausages.
Similarly, much of the food served in their on-site café, the Swans Neck Café, is sourced directly from their farm. In the café, you will be greeted with a smile and served tasty, fresh food – whether you fancy a casual coffee and cake or a home-cooked meal, they have a variety of yummy food and drink options available 6 days a week. When the sun is shining, you can sit in their award-winning tea garden and take in the beautiful scenery of the rolling Mid Devon hills.
Today, the Farm Shop boasts exclusive farm-grown fruit and vegetables, Pick Your Own strawberries & raspberries in the summer, Pick Your Own Pumpkins in the autumn, locally sourced meat, dairy and other grocery items. As well as locally crafted beers, ciders and wines.
Head to Halberton Court Farm Shop, where every purchase supports local sustainability and promises a taste of the freshest, farm-to-table goodness.
Local Producer Farm Shop Local Produce Pick Your Own Take-Away Café
Owners Chris and Rachel warmly welcome you to The Lamb Inn, a Free House, country pub in the picturesque village of Silverton. On a cold winter's night an Inglenook real fire will also warmly welcome you.
Chris prides himself on his good range of real ales from a stillage on the back of the bar where your pint will be served straight from the barrel. You will find us on the Good Beer Guide. Most of our aleas our supplied by local Devon breweries.
A warm welcome awaits all visitors old and new; families and four-legged friends. The Lamb Inn has disabled facilities. Why not come along to one of our quiz or live music nights and enjoy a great night in a great atmosphere! Pop in and say hello and enjoy a lazy lunch, evening meal or a traditional Sunday carvery in our lovely pub.
Public House Take-Away
Jo Amor is a lively independent with a unique boutique feel that has been a shopping destination in Tiverton for nearly 3 decades. Now trading over 3 shops, Jo Amor has something for every occasion, stocking the latest must haves!
You'll find a quirky mix of cards, sustainable gifts and accessories and affordable fashion for women, men, kids and babies.
Shop 'til you're about to drop then relax in their fashion café.
Jewellery Clothing and Shoes Gift shop Boutique Retail Shopping Café
The Lost Kitchen is a wood-fired restaurant in Devon. Our welcoming and relaxed restaurant celebrates seasonal food and wood-fired cooking. Our Linhay barn has beautiful views and a terrace garden to dine on, set in the hamlet of Chettiscombe amongst the rolling hills of Mid Devon.
We offer seasonally inspired brunch and lunch menu cooked in the wood-oven, as well as wood-fired pizzas using sourdough bases. Our team make everything in house, from organic pizza dough to delicious puddings.
The Lost Kitchen has some of the best local ingredients we can get our hands on, and offers seasonal food with a modern European menu, along with the warmest welcome from the friendliest team in town.
We are proud to have created an informal restaurant near Tiverton; a space that brings together our South West community in the heart of Mid Devon, just walking distance from Knightshayes Court and a short drive (or walk / cycle!) from Tiverton's centre.
Dogs are welcome on the terrace.
Eating Out Restaurant
Experience the real taste of Indian cuisine cooked with authentic spices at Nawab Indian Restaurant and Takeaway. Enjoy a friendly welcome when you dine in at Nawab. Excellent service and delicious food combine to create a majestic Indian dining experience. All meals are freshly cooked and full of spice and flavour.
Nawab also offers a takeaway and delivery service with the same great service and quality as its restaurant experience. Relax at home and order your favourite, freshly prepared meals online.
Eating Out Take-Away Restaurant
The New Inn is an award winning 4-star B&B and pub, nestled in the heart of Coleford, just outside of Crediton. We offer a relaxing getaway, hearty food and award-winning ales.
Our king-sized, pocket-sprung beds are draped with fresh crisp white linens and extra pillows are always available for the ultimate in luxury rest.
When you rise and welcome the morning light, we will be waiting in the restaurant to take your breakfast order. Where, with the warmest of smiles, we will offer you the finest, seasonal local produce, in our delicious, cooked breakfasts - enough to fill you for a morning’s sightseeing.
The New Inn has a choice of 7 comfortable ensuite rooms, each with all of the amenities you would expect. Optional extras include wine or champagne brought to your room and we can also book you a table for lunch and dinner in the restaurant.
Public House Inn Accommodation Eating Out Hotel Guesthouse B&B Restaurant
THE PLANT SHED AND FARM SHOP - COPPLESTONE IS YOUR LOCAL FARM SHOP – AND MORE!
We believe in good food for everybody – it is as simple as that.
Our fantastic suppliers and growers provide us with a full range of fruit, vegetables, cheese, milk, yoghurts, meats, fish, hand-made bread and pastries. As much as possible this is grown or made locally; some of which you won’t find for sale anywhere else. Of course, to provide a good array year-round, we rely on sourcing more widely too
We also stock store-cupboard ingredients – herbs and spices, flours, pulses, oils and all sorts of tasty treats.
Our aim is to minimise transportation, packaging and the use of chemical pest- and herbicides involved in the produce we offer. Some of our staples are organic as standard.
We have a seasonal stock of shrubs, trees, herbaceous perennials, herbs and annual plants, sourced from Devon nurseries. The range changes frequently so please stop in to see what is looking good.
We also stock loose compost, kindling, firewood and a range of locally made crafts.
Our Copplestone shop is located in the picturesque village of Copplestone, near Crediton.
Local Producer Farm Shop Local Produce Garden Centre
THE PLANT SHED AND FARM SHOP - EGGESFORD IS YOUR LOCAL FARM SHOP – AND MORE
We believe in good food for everybody – it is as simple as that.
Our fantastic suppliers and growers provide us with a full range of fruit, vegetables, cheese, milk, yoghurts, meats, fish, hand-made bread and pastries. As much as possible this is grown or made locally; some of which you won’t find for sale anywhere else. Of course, to provide a good array year-round, we rely on sourcing more widely too
We also stock store-cupboard ingredients – herbs and spices, flours, pulses, oils and all sorts of tasty treats.
Our aim is to minimise transportation, packaging and the use of chemical pest- and herbicides involved in the produce we offer. Some of our staples are organic as standard.
We have a seasonal stock of shrubs, trees, herbaceous perennials, herbs and annual plants, sourced from Devon nurseries. The range changes frequently so please stop in to see what is looking good.
We also stock loose compost, kindling, firewood and a range of locally made crafts.
Our Eggesford shop is located in Eggesford Station Yard close to the beautiful Eggesford Forest.
Local Producer Farm Shop Local Produce Garden Centre
Ridgeway Cider in Holcombe Rogus makes farmhouse Cider using traditonal tried and tested methods. They have around 200 cider apple trees in the orchards on their farm. They press specific varieties of apples from these trees to create their award-winning cider.
You can pick up Ridgeway Cider from Halberton Court Farm Shop, The Old Well at Uffculme, The Strand Stores in Culmstock, Rumwell Farm Shop, Darts Farm Shop, Stawley and Appley Village Shop and their cider vinegar at Sunseed Health Food Shop in Wellington and Fordmore Farm Shop.
Cider tasting evenings for up to 15 people can also be arranged.
Come and find a warm welcome and see what a stay at Padbrook Park Hotel has to offer. Located in the heart of the Culm Valley, at the southern end of Cullompton, you can get an experience of the serene Devon Countryside alongside the benefit of local transport links. The spacious bedrooms at Padbrook Park each have a private bathroom, tea/coffee facilities, a business desk and Freeview TV.
Ripley’s Restaurant serves traditional British cuisine in intimate surroundings. There is also a modern bar, offering beverages and snacks, and full English breakfasts are served daily.
Designed for all occasions, Padbrook Park offers facilities for accommodation, conferences, meetings, weddings, functions and events, with packages for all budgets.
Just 20 minutes away, you can enjoy shopping and site seeing in Devon’s Historic Cathedral City of Exeter or travel a little further afield to the Seaside or the Moors and after a long day, return to our comfy bedrooms and luxurious power showers. Free Onsite Parking available.
Conferences Events Weddings
Paint Pots of Devon is a pottery painting café based in Crediton offering kiln fired pottery, acrylic painting or foam clay. Our pottery changes seasonally offering exciting new ceramics.
We also do the popular baby or child handprints and footprints.
Café Activity & Adventure
The newly launched Sip Shed Tasting Room and Off License provides a unique experience nestled in the heart of Mid Devon.
The Tasting Room offers a series of carefully curated two hour experiences. These include Wine, Vodka and Gin tastings, in addition to their popular Cocktail Making and Whisky classes. The Sip Shed is a relaxed and comfortable setting where guests can make the evening their own, enjoy their drinks and learn something new. Free local collection and drop off is available for guests within a five mile radius.
The Off License stocks a range of our favourite wines and sprits alongside a locally produced cider – all focused on small sustainable brands with incredible stories. Delivery to your door and event catering are available upon request, subject to a minimum spend.
Artisan Wine Bar
The Quarryman's Rest is a traditional country pub and B&B, set in the historic village of Bampton, surrounded by beautiful countryside.
We serve pub food and our speciality curries in a relaxed atmosphere. The pub is enitrely family friendly.
Public House B&B Take-Away Restaurant
Frou Frou, our delightful restaurant, is located within a 17th Century Grade 2 listed building full of charm and atmosphere. Mixed with simple 1920's Parisian Bar decor, this is a great place to make your own little secret.
Our chefs use local suppliers, including Creedy Carver, Kenniford Farm and Kigfisher of Brixham. Our bread is baked daily on site. We have a great selection of homemade desserts and a delicious evening menu.
The restaurant caters for coeliacs as most of our menu is gluten free. We can also cater for other dietary requirements with notice.
Our bar serves wines from around the world, as excellent selection of freshly made cocktails and a great choice of local gins.
Owners Kelly, Ian, and all our staff warmly welcome you to Frou Frou.
Eating Out Restaurant
Spreyton Press is a Cullompton based Cider Maker using apples sourced from our own orchards in Spreyton plus a few other excellent orchards. Our cider is made from 100% apple juice and is handmade in Cullompton. Our mobile cider bar is also available for hire for events and parties.
You can buy Spreyton Press Cider at Porters Bar & Grill Cullompton plus JB’s Café Tiverton and at the Spar Shop in Sampford Peverell.
The bakery sells freshly baked bread which is delivered daily. We have a wide variety of pasties and pies which we have sourced from a local producer. We have an abundance of tray bakes, biscuits and sticky buns, as well as delicious sponge cakes, which we bake here at Sarah's Kitchen.
A lot of the range is gluten and dairy free too!
A selection of Miles Tea, Coffee and Hot Chocolate are available to buy and also to takeaway.
Local Producer Local Produce Eating Out Take-Away
Stables Cafe is situated in what was once the stable block of the Victorian Gothic National Trust property Knightshayes.
Open 10am - 5pm, no matter what tickles your taste buds there’s bound to be something to tempt you in the Stables Café.
Choose from a wide range of handmade cakes and traybakes with your coffee or sample a delectable hot chocolate. Stop by for a breakfast bap or fill up at lunch with a variety of sandwiches and children's lunch boxes. Opt for a hot meal, including soups and jacket potatoes, often featuring fresh ingredients from the property's Kitchen Garden.
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Tiverton Farmers Market is a showcase of local food, drink, producers and makers. Taking place on the first Saturday of every month, the farmers market is situated in the south hall of Tiverton Pannier Market and runs alongside the fantastic general market.
These monthly markets really are a one-stop-shop for local gourmet goodness!
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The Ring of Bells is a rural Devon pub situated in Cheriton Fitzpaine near Crediton offering interesting food in a relaxed atmosphere.
On a visit to the Ring of Bells you'll find a well-stocked bar featuring local real ales, a small but perfectly formed wine list and a compact, regularly changing menu of delicious meals. Wherever possible we buy local.
Enjoy a pint at the bar or take a seat for a three course meal in the restaurant.
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Thorne's Farm Shop and Café has a wide variety of fresh fruit and vegetables on sale. We also have other products including fresh bread from Oliver’s Bakery in Crediton; fresh meat from Cox’s Butchers in Crediton and chicken from Creedy Carver also in Crediton. Farmhouse pies and pasties from Silverton are a popular choice for snacks and meals.
We endeavour to stock a wide range of items including gluten-free and vegan-friendly produce.
Our café offers delicious hearty breakfasts, scrumptious lunches and mouth-watering cakes and pastries. All our food is prepared on-site so you can sit back and enjoy your refreshments while overlooking the rolling hills which surround us.
Delightful local crafts are on sale including greetings cards, wood crafts, textiles, ceramics, stained glass and jewellery.
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Historic Pannier Market selling a diverse range of local artisan produce and handcrafted goods in the heart of Devon. Over 50% of products and produce sold here are sourced from Devon and the surrounding West Country counties.
Tiverton Market boasts a beautiful Grade II listed Victorian pannier market building with full length glass doors. The market is surrounded by both open and closed wooden units with plenty of space for pop-up stalls. With many specialist traders here every week, there is so much to see and enjoy.
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The Red Lion Hotel at Oakford offers a pub, restaurant and rooms situated close to Exmoor. The Red Lion is beautifully renovated but retains the atmosphere of a friendly local Devon pub.
Enjoy a superb, varied menu in the restaurant where all tastes and requirements are catered for.
Extend your visit with a stay in one of our sumptuous bedrooms. The Red Lion is the perfect base to explore the beautiful moorland of Exmoor and the north coast.
A warm welcome awaits you!
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The Waie Inn is a family run pub with over 40 years experience. You'll find lot of facilities including a restaurant, bowling alleys, pool/snooker tables and an indoor heated swimming pool (booking essential). Indoor softplay, Waie 2 Play (booking via Booksy app) is also available as well as 2 squash courts, outdoor seating areas in the gardens and a children's outdoor play area. We also have a large function room and cater for family gatherings, weddings and events.
Our new sports hall is available to hire for football, badminton, netball and tennis. We welcome children as we have plenty to offer to keep them amused, no matter what the age. Our outdoor park also has an all weather football pitch enabling children to mix together with others whilst allowing parents to sit back and enjoy watching them!
Brunch is served from 9.30-12pm and then 12-9pm full bar and specials menu are served. We have various seating areas – more formal in the restaurant or informal areas in the skittle alleys and bar. Our large function room on the first floor can seat 200 people. Fully air conditioned and chair lift available. Suitable for parties/weddings/meetings or just larger family gatherings.
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Nestled in the rolling hills of Mid Devon, Wellhayes Vineyard is a testament to the passion and dedication of Alison and Simon Routh, who embarked on their wine-making journey in 2008.
They began only planting 150 vines on five rows, each showcasing a different grape variety – Reichensteiner, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, and Bacchus. Over the years, they have expanded their vineyard to a full hectare, now boasting a total of 2,500 vines and winning a series of awards for their wonderful sparkling wines!
Simon and Alison produce their outstanding wine right on-site in their old stone barn, utilising traditional methods. The vineyard’s red Devon soil is deep and well-drained, providing the perfect conditions for the vines, whose roots thrive by diving deep down and taking in all the best nutrients! You can find out more about their production process and take a tour of the vineyard and winery at one of their esteemed tours, which run from May to September each year. If you are lucky, you can even attend a concert on their vineyard as they tend to hold a few each year!
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Wellhayes’ signature sparkling wine is an award-winning delight – the wine has a gentle mousse and light acidity with a refreshing taste of strawberry and a hint of raspberry. The fine bubbles make it effervescent and lively, offering a delightful and celebratory drinking experience - perfect for any occasion!
What sets this vintage apart is its meticulous aging process. Having spent 2-3 years 'on the lees’, the wine has acquired a depth and sophistication that enhances its character. This patient maturation period has allowed the flavours to harmonize, resulting in a seamless integration of fruity notes and a subtle richness.
The awards bestowed upon this vintage, including a bronze medal from the Independent English Wine Awards and the International Wine Challenge, as well as a gold medal in the Taste of the West, further attest to its exceptional quality. Each sip is not just a taste of a well-crafted wine but a celebration of its recognition and distinction in the world of fine wines.
You can find their produce on their online store, or at a selected number of outlets across Mid Devon and Somerset such as: Corks & Cru, Bampton, Tantivy, Dulverton, and the Withypool Stores.
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At Wishes we are dedicated to helping you find peace and tranquillity. We are a family run wellbeing centre in the heart of Devon offering more than just relaxation.
Our eco accommodations are comfortable and luxurious with stunning views of the Exe Valley and Raddon Hill, day and weekend spa packages bring extra R&R and evenings in our eco-hot tub are the perfect way to star gaze and unwind. Wishes brings a sense of excitement with holistic wonders like crystals, jewellery and Indian textiles and is where you can book in for harmonising massage, facial and mindfulness treatments.
At Aquarius we bring you cosmic cocktails, ethical wines and the best of local artisanal drinks alongside pizza’s, burgers and other dining experiences with special events, private hire and bespoke event planning.
Wishes, more than just relaxation.
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Brambles Bed & Breakfast is a Grade II listed cottage in hidden and unspoilt Whitnage, a quiet rural hamlet less than 10 minutes' drive from Tiverton.
Whitnage offers panoramic views of the Culm Valley and the picturesque Blackdown Hills. The property is 2 miles from the M5 (Junction 27) and A361 for North Devon and close to Tiverton Parkway station.
Ideally situated for exploring Exmoor, Dartmoor, Torbay and the North Devon coast, plus the local National Trust properties at Knightshayes and Killerton and the Grand Western Canal Country Park.
Accommodation is offered on a Room Only or Bed & Breakfast basis.
Each room at Brambles has a king size bed, free Wi-Fi, private bathroom facilities with either bath or shower and views of the garden. All rooms have a flat-screen smart TV with Freeview and digital radio. Free parking on site.
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The award-winning Hartnoll Hotel is nestled on the edge of Exmoor National Park in the delightful Exe Valley in Devon. With stunning decor, sumptuous fabrics, plenty of space to relax, eat and drink and exemplary customer service, it is the perfect place to relax with friends and family or meet with colleagues.
The Hotel is set in beautiful, landscaped gardens surrounded by glorious Devon countryside, only minutes from Junction 27 of the M5 – perfectly located for exploring the West Country, Somerset, Devon and Exmoor.
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Nestling in 24 acres of woodland on the edge of Exmoor, Wonham Oak self-catering Tree-houses and Holiday Cottages provide the ultimate in seclusion and comfort. The tree-houses, perched above woodland were completed in 2022 and give guests a truly unique Devon experience. The cottages are beautifully furnished, cosy and quiet.
They are self-sufficient, running on fuel from their wood and hot water from solar panels.
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Wootten Deer Park's wood and canvas Safari Lodges benefit from an elevated position within a 15-acre field, which over look the deer enclosure and screened by woodland and hedging.
Sleeps 6 (maximum 4 adults) guests. 2 bedrooms both with king size beds and 2 cosy single cabin beds. Includes two sunken Jacuzzi baths, the use of a golf buggy during your stay, to drive to and from the carpark and the lodge during your stay.
Enjoy far-reaching views across the deer park and the neighbouring countryside beyond, so you can observe the deer at your leisure, day and night.
Comfortably furnished throughout and benefit from mains electric, flushing loo, an LPG gas water heater for instant hot water, gas hob, wood burner/oven, Gas BBQ, TV & broadband & two sunken Jacuzzi baths.
The large decked area juts out into the deer enclosure, enhancing your deer experience.
Ideal for couples, friends and families looking for the ultimate glamping experience.
Our deer have either been hand reared or handled on a regular basis, so should you wish to get even closer to the deer, we do offer the opportunity for you to feed the deer (the perfect photo/selfie opportunity) accompanied by one of our rangers, giving you and your family the chance to really observe the deer up close.
A short distance from the lodge is a sunken communal woodfired firepit and seating area, perfect for you to enjoy a glass or mug of something you fancy and perhaps a s’more!
Only 20 minutes from the A30 and Dartmoor, Wootten Deer Park makes for the perfect rural retreat.
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Grey Willow Yurts, yurt glamping in Devon, is a small, family run, off-grid cabin campsite with added comforts. We're socially distanced and each yurt has its own bathroom and facilities.
We're family friendly, LGBTQ+ friendly, group friendly, campfire friendly and dog friendly, we really like dogs, and stars, we're big on stargazing!
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Classic Cottages has the perfect self-catering holiday home waiting for you in Devon. From family sized cottages to romantic woodland cabins for two, we have something for every holiday.
With over 45 years’ experience as independent holiday cottage specialists we pride ourselves on our local expertise in our areas, offering advice on the best things to see and do nearby, and we personally inspect all our properties to make sure they are exactly right for you.
We cater for all types of breaks. Your four-legged friends are very welcome in our dog friendly cottages, and you’ll find some fabulous countryside and coastal walks nearby and our baby friendly properties come with those extra things to make your holiday a little bit easier. Classic Cottages is a leading holiday cottage letting agent, and with over 1300 properties across the UK we have so much choice when it comes to your holiday.
Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the Blackdown Hills, Fairwater Lodges has 2 beautiful lodges on site, both with their own private wood fired hot tub. Each lodge is well equipped and has its own outdoor BBQ area so you can relax in your own private paradise.
The lodges are located on a 13 acre smallholding, with a wildlife pond, animals and stunning views. The cosy lodges are dog friendly and trout fishing in an on site pond, is offered exclusively to guests.
Fairwater Lodges are in a great location for wonderful walks around the Blackdown Hills and is in easy reach for exploring both the North and South Devon coasts.
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The Mitre Inn is the perfect place to enjoy great food. Excellent menu of dishes made from fresh, locally sourced supplies with a great vegan and vegetarian selection. From traditional options to seasonal specials, we promise the best quality.
Dog friendly bar for drinks and dining and separate restaurant. Outdoor tables for glorious summer days.
Feel completely at home in our cosy rooms. Enjoy a comfortable stay at The Mitre Inn with a fantastic choice of breakfasts, or choose our room only option. The perfect stop for walkers, cyclists and families, enjoying the great outdoors from our country village. Packed lunches made to order for Two Moors Way walkers. Two dog friendly rooms.
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In the heart of Devon and a short drive from Tiverton’s bustling centre, Travelodge Tiverton is a great base for exploring nearby hidden gems, sites and cities. At superb prices, all standard double rooms feature a comfy king size bed with four plump pillows and a cosy duvet. Guests can enjoy a vast array of food and drink choices just a short journey from the hotel.
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Set in the glorious Mid Devon countryside, Morrells Valley is ideal for those searching for a peaceful, quiet location. Two spacious, well equipped lodges, each with private hot tub and large outside area. With over 75% of their bookings being returning guests, they must be doing something right!
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Chapel Cottage; an idyllic romantic retreat for two.
Filled to the brim with quirky features, this traditional cottage is far from ordinary, nestled within the picturesque Blackdown Hills AONB and located just 2 miles from J27 of the M5 this welcoming village is the perfect base for exploring the Mid Devon countryside, North and South coastlines as well as the nearby National parks of Exmoor and Dartmoor.
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Lawpit Lodges are two self-catering lodges in the heart of Devon countryside, with stunning views across the fields and the rolling hills beyond. Furnished and equipped to a high standard. Both enjoy the luxury of exclusive hot tubs on enclosed decking areas.
The Goyle sleeps up to 9 and Wattles up to 6/7. Up to 2 pets are welcome.
The area offers easy access to the moors or the coast, plus plenty of very local places to visit.
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A small independent campsite set on the border of Devon and Somerset in the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Just 15 minutes from the M5 and 30 minutes to the south west coast, it is an excellent base to explore the area or equally a remote tranquil place to simply relax.
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Modern luxury treehouse cabins, high in the tree canopy with uninterrupted views over the rolling Devon countryside.
From the super king-size bed in the mezzanine, to the sofa in front of the woodburner and large copper bathtub on the deck, Nymetwood Treehouses is the perfect spot to unwind and recharge.
Whether it’s enjoying the views over a morning coffee or stargazing from the comfort of your mezzanine bed, you’ll find everything you need in the cabins. Both have fully fitted kitchens and shower rooms, not to mention stunning outdoor copper baths, big enough for two, if you fancy a soak.
With the National Park on your doorstep and the delights of Devon and Cornwall within easy reach, Nymetwood is the perfect place for all tastes.
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Situated in the middle of Daisyland Farm in rural Devon sits Crab Apple Cottage. Perfectly placed for the tranquility of the Blackdown Hills, the dramatic scenery of Devon's Jurassic Coast and within reasonable distance to both Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks for days out.
This large two bedroom, two bathroom detached barn was sympathetically converted in 2018 into a stylish contemporary holiday home which maximises on natural light, spacious rooms but has a warm cosiness for winter break guests. Heated by solar panels on the land it comes with some very forward thinking features built into its eco design.
The cottage comes with a large secure garden, views across meadows and access to a private 2.5 acre arboretum. It couldn't be more family and dog friendly. Facing away from the farmstead where the owners live, guests will feel very independent and private but the owners are easily on hand if anything is needed.
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The Butterleigh Inn is a traditional pub with Bed and Breakfast rooms in the heart of the Mid Devon countryside. We serve a selection of local beers and ciders, and our menu features a range of delicious classic pub dishes prepared by our chef using seasonal locally supplied vegetables, meat and fish. We serve a delicious Sunday carvery roast, and the pub features a sunny garden and warming winter fires that will want to make you linger a while.
The Butterleigh Inn has been in the Campaign for Real Ale's (CAMRA) Good Beer Guide for 35 consecutive years, and we are accredited by them for serving local real ales brewed within a specified distance of the pub. We were awarded the local branch 'Pub of the Year' in 2013, and were a runner-up in the South West regional judging.
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Bridwell Park is a unique Country House Estate in the heart of Mid Devon, situated on the edge of the village of Uffculme.
Lord Ivar Mountbatten and his team take great pride in hosting and sharing an exciting programme of Seasonal Activities and Pop Up Events for the local community to enjoy when visiting. The Orangery Café and Parkland are open on a daily basis, and The Artisans & Makers Pop Up Market, Supper Club and Workshops and much much more take place throughout the year.
Elopement Weddings, Shoot Parties and innovative are also very much at home in this fantastically flexible one of a kind venue. The Georgian House, Orangery, Chapel, Parkland and Old Stables combined, offer quite the appealing destination.
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The Culm Valley Inn is located in Culmstock; a pretty little village in East Devon. Culmstock stretches out on both sides of the River Culm, the two sides being linked by an old stone bridge. The Culm Valley Inn takes advantage of all of the village's charm.
Our charming pub offers bags of character, with our warm and inviting log fire and wonderful staff. We offer a fine selection of top-notch microbrewery beers and unusual wines from small specialist growers (all available by the bottle or glass). Chalkboards list ‘stunning’ pub food all being beautifully presented.
Our dog-friendly pub is a great location for either a delightful sit down meal or to just pop in for a ‘quick’ pint in front of the open fires. We have a great outdoor seating area for those hot days with picturesque views of the stone bridge.
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Angel Guest House is a friendly B&B situated in Tiverton's central conservation area on a quiet street just a stone's throw from all the shops and restaurants. It is the ideal base for exploring the beautiful Devon countryside.
Walkers, ramblers and cyclists are more than welcome. The guest house offers free Wi-Fi.
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Discover nature in Mid Devon’s hidden valley on a unique adventure at our award-winning glamping site, Blackdown Yurts. Our four authentic Mongolian yurts provide a colourful and restful retreat from busy modern life.
Badger, Buzzard and Woodpecker each sleep 6, while Willow sleeps 4. Each has its own private camp kitchen, composting toilet and outside fire area. Inside they are furnished with colourful hangings and throws and a wood burning stove to keep you toasty whatever the weather. Nearby a communal barn provides a stunning area to cook, eat and relax with your friends and family, a perfect location for a special party or reunion.
The barn is also home to four modern yet rustically stylish bathrooms with hot showers and flushing toilets. Blackdown Yurts is situated in a beautiful rural location on the edge of the Blackdown Hills AONB where peace and quiet abounds. Well behaved dogs welcome.
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Walnut Tree Barn is a stunning and spacious detached converted barn set in the heart of Mid-Devon and next to the river Yeo.
Converted for light, airy and comfortable living, it is the perfect accommodation for families and groups of friends and is dog friendly.
Walnut Tree Barn is extremely well-equipped with your every need catered for.
A large dining room table will seat ten people comfortably, ideal for entertaining.
Four ensuite double bedrooms with zip-link beds offering large twin or super king double bed options.
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The New Inn is an award winning 4-star B&B and pub, nestled in the heart of Coleford, just outside of Crediton. We offer a relaxing getaway, hearty food and award-winning ales.
Our king-sized, pocket-sprung beds are draped with fresh crisp white linens and extra pillows are always available for the ultimate in luxury rest.
When you rise and welcome the morning light, we will be waiting in the restaurant to take your breakfast order. Where, with the warmest of smiles, we will offer you the finest, seasonal local produce, in our delicious, cooked breakfasts - enough to fill you for a morning’s sightseeing.
The New Inn has a choice of 7 comfortable ensuite rooms, each with all of the amenities you would expect. Optional extras include wine or champagne brought to your room and we can also book you a table for lunch and dinner in the restaurant.
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The Tiverton Hotel Lounge & Venue is looking forward to offering you a traditional West Country welcome. Expect warm smiles, genuine service, and high standards of hospitality to meet the needs of the modern business and leisure guest. Located in the heart of Mid Devon just 10 mins from J27 of the M5 and close to both Taunton and Exeter, with ample free parking.
The Tiverton Hotel Lounge & Venue has 69 spacious en-suite bedrooms with many on the ground floor and some specially adapted rooms. We also offer superior rooms with king size beds, purpose-built desks or sofa’s and bath robes, ideal for the corporate traveller. The hotel's facilities include free Wi-Fi, conference and banqueting suites, popular lounge bar serving cocktails daily until late plus our onsite Gallery Restaurant.
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Historic Bickleigh Castle offers fine Bed & Breakfast accommodation, with a fine Tudor Room in the Castle itself and cosy cottage rooms and suites around the central courtyard right next to the River Exe, with views of picturesque Bickleigh village and the beautiful Devon countryside. Just 4 miles from Tiverton, 20 minutes from J27 of the M5 and within easy reach of Tiverton Parkway Railway Station.
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Bridge Guest House is a Victorian riverside guesthouse in the centre of Tiverton. Well-appointed rooms with views of the River Exe.
Bridge Guest House provides parking, hearty breakfasts, free high speed WiFi, and a communal lounge.
Singles from £35, Doubles from £50, King from £60.
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Bickleigh Farm House is situated in the Exe Valley in the village of Bickleigh near Tiverton, ideally positioned to explore north and south Devon. This comfortable property sleeps 9 + cot and comprises 1 double, 3 twins (1 twin on ground floor) and a single bedroom.
Two bathrooms (1 on ground floor).
Fully equipped kitchen.
Dining room and TV lounge with oak beam features and wood burners.
Extensive DVD library.
Large selection of board games and books.
Large enclosed garden with spacious private car park.
Access to beautiful country walks.
Bickleigh Farm House is just a few minutes’ walk to the Fishermans Cot Pub, Bickleigh Mill and Bistro and miniature railway attraction for children.
Bickleigh Castle, Tiverton Castle and Knightshayes are within a 15 minute drive.
Booking Saturday to Saturday.
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Welcome to Exe Valley Glamping. Set within 150 acres on our family farm, Exe Valley Glamping is the perfect place to reconnect with nature. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery and relax with friends & family - all without sacrificing home comforts.
Exe Valley Glamping was established by father and son team - Robin & Patrick. Wanting to diversify their family farm by promoting responsible and sustainable tourism, glamping was an appealing option to both country enthusiasts. Patrick has over two decades of hospitality experience. Having recently moved his young family back to Devon, he felt it was an opportunity to put his experience into something closer to his heart.
"Mid Devon is a great spot. It's full of old world charm and retains a sense of a by-gone era, which is really appealing to those wanting to experience an authentic holiday or staycation."
The pair set off to create what is an ever evolving project, offering guests tailored experiences, sumptuous hospitality and a wealth of natural activities to engage.
Up a woodland trail, you'll find a secret hideaway revealing each of our canvas lodges. Their unique charm and thoughtful design will provide not just comfort, but an experience the whole family will enjoy. Everything you require for a perfect nature escape is here.
Each tent is purpose-built to make your glamping holiday fuss-free and easy so you can relax and unwind from everyday stresses. Powered by nature, our eco-conscious lodges use solar energy and wood collected through woodland management. This provides heat and maximum comfort without relinquishing the benefits or adventure of outdoor living.
Soft linen, plump pillows & cozy duvets will be beckoning at the end of each day. Snuggling down for the night will be about as difficult as waking up to birdsong, the smell of freshly ground coffee & knowing you have a breakfast hamper full of fresh goodies on your doorstep. It is luxury camping after all!
Tents feature 3 bedrooms - one King & one Twin, each with their own access to the shower & loo. The twin can be converted into a generous Superking for couples sharing. But the ultimate snug is the whimsical cabin bedroom featuring its own canopy, double mattress & hatched doors. It also doubles up as the perfect children's den and night-time refuge (if you can get there first!)
Kids love nothing better than sleeping under canvas, toasting marshmallows, and discovering wildlife hidden under logs and in pebbled streams. At Exe Valley Glamping, the whole family can enjoy woodland walks, picnics on the River Exe or wading on the pebbled bank. All just a stone’s throw from your tent!
Each canvas tent has board games, puzzles and books so families can enjoy precious time and unwind together. Whatever age your kids, there's something for everyone; adventures for thrill seekers, explorers, and moochers.
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Come and find a warm welcome and see what a stay at Padbrook Park Hotel has to offer. Located in the heart of the Culm Valley, at the southern end of Cullompton, you can get an experience of the serene Devon Countryside alongside the benefit of local transport links. The spacious bedrooms at Padbrook Park each have a private bathroom, tea/coffee facilities, a business desk and Freeview TV.
Ripley’s Restaurant serves traditional British cuisine in intimate surroundings. There is also a modern bar, offering beverages and snacks, and full English breakfasts are served daily.
Designed for all occasions, Padbrook Park offers facilities for accommodation, conferences, meetings, weddings, functions and events, with packages for all budgets.
Just 20 minutes away, you can enjoy shopping and site seeing in Devon’s Historic Cathedral City of Exeter or travel a little further afield to the Seaside or the Moors and after a long day, return to our comfy bedrooms and luxurious power showers. Free Onsite Parking available.
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Chestnut House is a beautiful and quiet Bed and Breakfast on the outskirts of Tiverton comprising four tastefully decorated, comfortable and spacious rooms with ensuite bathroom. Ranging from a single room to a Deluxe King, there is a room that is just right for you.
The breakfast menu offers a wide variety ranging from fresh fruit, yoghurt and a selection of cereals to a full English or scrambled egg with smoked salmon on a toasted English crumpet.
Once you have stayed at Chestnut House, you will never want to stay anywhere else!
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Set in a forest clearing on the Blackdown Hills, Forest Glade Holiday Park provides everything you need for your holiday.
We offer self-catering caravans for weekly stays and short breaks, ideal for a family holiday or relaxing getaway in the spring or autumn. The caravans sleep up to 6 or 8 people and come fully-equipped (pets are welcome in some). Our camping pods sleep up to 4 and offer a cosy alternative to traditional tent camping.
Touring caravans, motorhomes and tents are also welcome. Many of our pitches have electric hook-ups and we have hard standings and level, sheltered grass pitches available.
Site facilities include an indoor heated swimming pool, shop with off-licence, bakery and take-away. There are children's play areas, a games room, tennis court, sauna and plenty of forest walks. The central amenities building provides free hot showers, family and parent-and-baby rooms, washing-up facilities, a laundry room and a campers' kitchen.
Forest Glade Holiday Park offers all of this and all surrounded by 300 acres of pine forest!
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The Quarryman's Rest is a traditional country pub and B&B, set in the historic village of Bampton, surrounded by beautiful countryside.
We serve pub food and our speciality curries in a relaxed atmosphere. The pub is enitrely family friendly.
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Award-winning stylish B&B in the heart of Bampton. Heron House will appeal to discerning visitors looking to rest, relax and explore and will seduce you with its tranquility. Beautiful cosy bedrooms, gourmet breakfasts, complimentary WiFi, optional Plat du Jour informal suppers. Easy airport access via M5 for our international guests.
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Tucked away peacefully on the rise behind Fursdon House, which dates back over 755 years, Fursdon Cottage is a wonderful country escape for families and friends – with cloakroom space for dogs, coats and muddy boots, too.
Surrounded by glorious Devon countryside, this wisteria-clad cottage is light-filled and beautifully styled, with a fully enclosed private terraced garden out the back, a sunny picnic table at the front and access to many wonderful walks on the 750-acre estate, including the iron-age Cadbury Castle.
There are three very comfortable bedrooms – one with an ensuite shower room – and a spacious modern bathroom. The single room includes a pull-out bed for an extra guest.
Downstairs, the kitchen/living room has been designed so that whoever is cooking dinner can join in with the rest of the family – and is even fitted with a cosy wood burner for those winter months. Meanwhile, a separate snug with Smart TV offers a private space for children, sport-watching or a movie!
Great care is taken over guests at Fursdon Cottage at Fursdon House. A welcome package includes Fursdon’s own apple juice, homemade flapjacks and freshly picked flowers from the garden, with detailed information on the history and surrounding area.
Discover charming local villages, farm shops, foodie pubs and local activities or dip into Fursdon’s own history on Open Days with a tour of the house and family museum, a wander round the restored gardens and a delicious cream-tea in the Coach Hall!
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Manleys is a friendly bed and breakfast set in a large garden beside the canal. Two en suite rooms with comfy king-sized beds. Full breakfast. Easy access and parking. Only 2 miles from J27 of the M5. Ideal quiet base if exploring Devon or working nearby.
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Great Gutton offers flexibility with comfort. Book any combination of cottages to accommodate up to 23. Great Gutton is a Grade II* Listed Devonshire Farmhouse dating back to the 16th C. Sustainable restoration combines old age charm with contemporary design.
Our pool is warm all year, so relax and enjoy a serious swim or splash with the kids. Other facilities include a games room with pool table, table football, table tennis and skittle alley.
Greatstone Barn - Spacious & Contemporary. 2 twin, 2 double (one with mezzanine bed), all en-suite.
Drake Cottage - Traditional farmhouse style. 2 twin, 1 double
Rook Cottage - Character and charm. 1 twin, 1 double.
Hayloft - Open plan modern style. 1 double.
Yan's Barn - A cosy retreat for two. 1 double.
Walking Accommodation Luxury Self-Catering
Our complex of four lovingly restored thatched holiday cottages at Halsbeer Farm will make a wonderful home from home for your family or friends in the heart of Devon’s beautiful rural countryside. Sleeping up to 22 in total (in a seven, two sixes and a three), the fully-equipped self-catering accommodation also benefits from a heated indoor swimming pool, games room, playground and conservatory overlooking a delightful duckpond.
Halsbeer Farm is set in a hidden tranquil valley on the edge of the Blackdown Hills AONB, but within easy reach of the M5 and the A30 and all of the attractions that Devon offers. Our three largest cottages are accessible to wheelchairs, each with a ground floor bedroom and ensuite wet-room. We accept dogs and can provide highchairs and cots on request. The cottages can be booked individually or together making them perfect for a couple’s getaway or extended families or friends holidaying together.
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Stay in a thatched cottage or barn conversion on a working family farm in unspoilt countryside. Lots of walks and a pub nearby. Suitable for long or short breaks. Great base for visiting all parts of Devon or just relaxing.
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Come and visit Theodore and Jefferson! Stay in one of our very comfortable ensuite rooms and relax in the Heart of Devon.
Our charming 17th century Farmhouse is situated in the centre of the peaceful village of Stoodleigh.
While you are here you can go walking on Exmoor, visit RHS Rosemoor, take a trip on the Horsedrawn Barge along the Grand Western Canal or spend time at one of the National Trust Properties in the area. There is so much to do!
We have recently established a vineyard on our Farm and our guests are welcome to explore and enjoy the peace and tranquility it offers.
All of our rooms have Kingsize beds, refreshments and lovely views over the village and the Exe Valley. There is a large garden for guests to enjoy, and plenty of local walks.
There is a cosy local pub just a few paces away where you will enjoy the unique atmosphere.
Breakfasts are served in the Inglenook dining room or on fine days in the garden.
Special offer: 3 night breaks @ £115pp for B&B
Vineyard Walking B&B
Hesperus Lodge sits in the most beautiful rural setting in the hamlet of Tracebridge, ensuring a peaceful and relaxing break. Situated beside the River Tone on the Devon-Somerset border, Hesperus Lodge is in the grounds of Hesperus Cottage. Although it is only 5 miles from the M5, it offers many country walks and an abundance of wildlife.
The lodge offers comfortable and stylish furniture with luxurious sheepskins and a log burner. It is not overlooked and has its own private driveway and outside seating area, perfect for undisturbed relaxation.
Autism Friendly Walking Accommodation Self-Catering Nature and Wildlife
A glamping escape in beautiful, rural Mid Devon. Nestling on the family farm, our shepherd hut and treehouse accommodation are all designed with your comfort in mind. Cosy king-size beds, wood-fired hot tubs and all you need for a comfortable and relaxing escape from the daily stresses.
Holly Water Holidays is a place for peace, quiet, tranquillity with wood-fired hot tubs, Shepherd’s Huts and, new for 2020, our very own treehouse. A slice of heaven. The perfect place to relax, unwind and recharge your batteries.
Eco Friendly Local Producer Walking Glamping Self-Catering
Pitfield Apartments are luxury self-catering apartments with access to an indoor heated pool. Set in the quiet neighborhood of Willand Old Village, near many areas of outstanding beauty. Lots to do for young and old.
Accommodation Luxury Self-Catering
Welcome to Pound Farm Holidays. Our 2-bedroom wooden bespoke Lodge is light and contemporary, sleeping up to 6 guest and is Situated on its own within its own secure grounds. An idyllic setting overlooking the tranquil Devon countryside with a stream meandering through the valley at the bottom of the field. Enjoy a relaxing break on our working beef & sheep farm. We have a fishing pond that is stocked with silverfish & Carp and a great local pub within easy walking distance serving traditional ales and home cooked food.
Situated just 4 Miles off the M5 Junction 28.
Autism Friendly Cycling Walking Luxury Self-Catering
Luxury Boutique Glamping, giving children freedom to roam and explore while parents relax. Our luxury glamping site can be found on Ingleton Farm, our 2 acre small holding near the pretty village of Ashill, next to a working dairy farm on the edge on the Blackdown Hills.
We can offer 2 spacious safari lodges which sleep up to 7, a quirky shepherd hut which sleeps up to 4 and beautiful bell tents which sleep up to 4. We have plenty of friendly animals on site to cuddle and meet from Guinea pigs to mini sheep, chickens and miniature horses.
Eco Friendly Autism Friendly Walking Glamping Luxury
Situated in the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Luggs Barn is ideally placed for visiting Devon's numerous attractions as well as both coastlines. Its secluded position and large enclosed garden make this property ideal for families.
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Our recently converted Little Barn provides luxury self-catering accommodation for two people with private terrace and glorious views over the Devon countryside. 10 miles from Tiverton and 16 miles from Exeter, the village of Black Dog is ideally placed for exploring all parts of the county. Dogs welcome by arrangement.
Airbnb 5 star rating and Superhost.
01884 860460
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The Red Lion Hotel at Oakford offers a pub, restaurant and rooms situated close to Exmoor. The Red Lion is beautifully renovated but retains the atmosphere of a friendly local Devon pub.
Enjoy a superb, varied menu in the restaurant where all tastes and requirements are catered for.
Extend your visit with a stay in one of our sumptuous bedrooms. The Red Lion is the perfect base to explore the beautiful moorland of Exmoor and the north coast.
A warm welcome awaits you!
Public House Guest Accommodation Hotel B&B Take-Away Restaurant
Newhouse Farm Cottages has nine beautiful Grade II listed stone barns sleeping from 2 to 11 people (47 people in total). Set in over 30 acres of grounds which guests are encouraged to explore and hopefully spot our resident wildlife including barn owls, deer, hares and badgers. Our heated indoor swimming pool has counter current jets which make the pool great fun for children whilst offering the competent swimmer a great workout! The complex has free wifi; an indoor games room with pool, table tennis and football tables; indoor toddler soft play room; outdoor play area with swings/slides, trampoline, football goal; 9-hole crazy golf course; large level field for activities; and a small fishing lake. Some cottages have Sky tv and wood-burning stoves. We have a function room for large groups and a barbecue lodge. We are dog friendly and offer short breaks throughout the year, except school holidays.
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We have 3 two-bedroom contemporary cottages, each sleeping 4 people, nestled on the side of a south facing valley with uninterrupted views of the beautiful Devon countryside.
We regret no pets but can offer free Electric Vehicle charging on request.
Accommodation Self-Catering
The Waie Inn is a family run pub with over 40 years experience. You'll find lot of facilities including a restaurant, bowling alleys, pool/snooker tables and an indoor heated swimming pool (booking essential). Indoor softplay, Waie 2 Play (booking via Booksy app) is also available as well as 2 squash courts, outdoor seating areas in the gardens and a children's outdoor play area. We also have a large function room and cater for family gatherings, weddings and events.
Our new sports hall is available to hire for football, badminton, netball and tennis. We welcome children as we have plenty to offer to keep them amused, no matter what the age. Our outdoor park also has an all weather football pitch enabling children to mix together with others whilst allowing parents to sit back and enjoy watching them!
Brunch is served from 9.30-12pm and then 12-9pm full bar and specials menu are served. We have various seating areas – more formal in the restaurant or informal areas in the skittle alleys and bar. Our large function room on the first floor can seat 200 people. Fully air conditioned and chair lift available. Suitable for parties/weddings/meetings or just larger family gatherings.
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Luxurious self-contained holiday cottages and shepherd's hut situated in Devon's rural heartland in 15 acres of orchards, lawns and meadows for you to roam. Indoor heated pool, sauna, games room, toddlers' tumble room. Perfect idyllic retreat for a relaxing family holiday or short break away for groups of all sizes.
Orchard Cottage is Visit England 5 star Gold rated.
All other cottages are Visit England 4 star Gold rated.
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Nestled in the beautiful Blackdown Hills, we offer eight self-catering cottages with 1-5 bedrooms as well as a large farmhouse with its own hot tub. South Farm is an idyllic family destination within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty close to Exmoor and Dartmoor. All guests at South Farm can enjoy stunning views and share the wonderful facilities with free fishing open all year.
Fishing Self-Catering
Beautiful 17th century farm, with five 4 Star holiday cottages (sleeping from 2-6, up to 22 in total), set in the peaceful east Devon countryside. Super large indoor swimming pool (33ft), sauna, fitness room, children's play area, trampoline and two acres of grounds with amazing views over surrounding countryside. Pets welcome.
All cottages equipped with central heating, dishwashers, flat screen TVs, DVD players and free WiFi. Perfect stepping off point for exploring Devon's top attractions including Exmoor and the North and South coasts (we're 15 minutes from the M5).
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Make Tiverton Castle your holiday home. Comfortable accommodation for 2, 4, 6 people in 2 beautiful cottages in the grounds and 3 apartments in the historic Castle itself. Well-equipped, cosy, within minutes of shops and restaurants. Easy motoring to many local attractions and lovely village pubs.
3 nights minimum.
Self-Catering
Valleyside Escapes was honoured as the best glamping site in Devon and South West winning Gold at both the Devon Tourism and the South West Tourism Excellence Awards 2023-24. Valleyside Escapes is a hidden gem, located in the village of Bickleigh-on-Exe, close to nature but ideally positioned to explore north and south Devon. There are three fully-equipped luxury safari tents, providing a home from home, with en suite bathrooms and instant hot showers, and a kitchen providing all essentials. The paella meal kits are a popular choice to do some al fresco cooking on the fire pit outside. Children love the play area and skittles court.
The private riverside meadow is just a couple of minute’s walk away and a great place for children to run around, complete the nature trail and burn some energy! There is a picnic area with benches right on the bank and we have also installed a fire pit so you can toast marshmallows and enjoy a sundowner here too. In the summer months it’s a great spot to paddle and swim and keep an eye out for the wildlife where kingfishers, egrets, salmon, trout and even the elusive otters can be seen.
On Fridays (excluding wedding weekends) the Mediterranean courtyard bar is open to enjoy some local tipples. There is a games room adjacent to the bar with pool table, darts board, table football and retro Nintendo.
The picturesque and panoramic views of the Exe Valley provide a perfect countryside escape.
Wild Swimming Fishing Glamping Luxury
Self-Catering Camping B&B
At Wishes we are dedicated to helping you find peace and tranquillity. We are a family run wellbeing centre in the heart of Devon offering more than just relaxation.
Our eco accommodations are comfortable and luxurious with stunning views of the Exe Valley and Raddon Hill, day and weekend spa packages bring extra R&R and evenings in our eco-hot tub are the perfect way to star gaze and unwind. Wishes brings a sense of excitement with holistic wonders like crystals, jewellery and Indian textiles and is where you can book in for harmonising massage, facial and mindfulness treatments.
At Aquarius we bring you cosmic cocktails, ethical wines and the best of local artisanal drinks alongside pizza’s, burgers and other dining experiences with special events, private hire and bespoke event planning.
Wishes, more than just relaxation.
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Crediton is a buzzing town the whole year round. There’s always something to see and do with an active arts community embedded in the town.
Nestled against the Creedy Valley, the drive from Bickleigh to Crediton is stunning (but be prepared for a windy road!) with a couple areas to pull over and take in the view along the way.
If you fancy a bit of retail therapy, Crediton is known for its range of independent retailers and local food producers ready to cater for all your needs and wants, as well as the Farmers’ Market on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month. For a list of shops and places to eat in Crediton, see: Shopping in Crediton
Alternatively, Crediton In and Around offers a wealth of information about Crediton and the surrounding villages. It's a great way to learn about town events, places to eat, shopping and local walks. Check out their website for community news and exciting things to do in Crediton!
History buffs can’t miss a visit to Holy Cross Parish Church with its history of at least 1100 years or Crediton Museum, providing the history of the town, exhibitions and regular talks and activities organised by the history society and local history group. It’s been very popular with people tracking their genealogy.
Crediton has one of the widest high streets in the South West!
Home to a number of vibrant festivals throughout the year:
If you fancy some fresh air then you could always pick up a ‘Redvers Ramble and Other Walks’ leaflet and take a walk in the beauty of the surrounding countryside, or visit one of our delightful parks, which change throughout the seasons with year-round planting.
Crediton Arts Centre is the heartbeat of the town with ambitious community arts events, and theatre productions put on throughout the town.
The town square is home to Crediton Twinning Association’s Annual Boules Tournament and the regular Farmers’ Market. Crediton Parade and Light Switch-On launches Christmas, when the town glitters with twinkly lights and local musicians and dancers entertain everyone on the Town Square.
Crediton Town Council have produced a walking guide called Redvers Ramble and other walks for keen walkers to explore a) Redvers Ramble and walks guide, b) Redvers Ramble & walk guide part 2
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Tiverton's Award-Winning Tourist Information Service is based within, and managed by, Tiverton Museum of Mid Devon Life.
The service offers a wide range of facilities, including:
The friendly staff at Tiverton’s Tourist Information Centre look forward to welcoming you to the area.
Gift shop Award-Winning Tourist Info Place of Interest Towns and Villages
Lapford is a parish and traditional rural village in the heart of the Devonshire countryside, overlooking the river Yeo. Steeped in history, Lapford has traces back to the Iron Age being a place of worship by the Celts.
The village features a playing field with two play areas, football pitch and fenced playground. There is also a request-stop railway station on the Tarka line, which runs between Exeter and Barnstaple.
Image courtesy of Martin Bodman / Lapford: towards the village / CC BY-SA 2.0
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Uplowman is a small parish about 4 miles northeast of Tiverton. Its idyllic village lies at the centre of the parish with beautiful views of Mid Devon's rolling countryside.
Tiverton Parkway Railway Station, off the Great Western main line, is only 4 miles away, with connections to the Grand Western Canal.
Image courtesy of Lewis Clarke / Uplowman : Daffodils & Uplowman Sign / CC BY-SA 2.0
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Willand is a parish and village in the picturesque Culm valley near to the Blackdown Hills AONB. The village is just off the B3181 (the old A38), with Tiverton Parkway railway station just a couple of miles away and easily accessed from both junctions 27 and 28 of the M5.
Image courtesy of Lewis Clarke / Willand : Willand Old Village / CC BY-SA 2.0
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Cruwys Morchard is a scattered parish about four miles west of Tiverton along the Witheridge road. The parish is named after the Cruwys family who have been Lords of the Manor there since the reign of King John (1199-1216).
The parish church of the Holy Cross was built in 1529, on the site of a former wooden church. In 1689, lightning struck the church tower causing a destructive fire, following which much of the interior was refurbished.
Image courtesy of Martin Bodman / Cruwys Morchard: Dart valley / CC BY-SA 2.0
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Chawleigh is a village on the south side of the Little Dart valley. With stunning views of Dartmoor and links to the Two Moors Way and Tarka Trail, as well as Eggesford Forest the area is a great place to stay for a walking holiday.
Chenson Woods Bluebells hosts an amazing carpet of bluebells every May which draws crowds of visitors to the woods at Chenson farm on the A377, half way between Exeter and Barnstaple. They last a couple of weeks, then they're gone for another year; a stunning sight.
You could have a bite to eat at the Haywood Restaurant at the Fox and Hounds Hotel. The hotel also offers cosy accommodation, including a luxury Treehouse nestled in the woods (featured on BBC's Countryfile!).
Image courtesy of Barrie Cann / Chenson Woods Bluebells / CC BY-SA 2.0
Thanks to Chawleigh Parish Council for providing information and walking routes
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Libbets Well is a holy well or sacred spring in Crediton thought to date from the 17th century (or earlier) and dedicated to Saint Elizabeth. Holy wells were traditionally used for curative purposes; being known for their healing properties.
Sited in the cob garden wall of the neighbouring Priory Cottage, with a vaulted stone roof. The well is close to the Parish Church and is the site of an ancient priest's hostel (possibly also a leper hospital). The well is served by a spring and feeds a small basin in front. In recent years, locals have reintroduced the tradition of leaving gifts of flowers and other offerings at the well.
Libbets Well is tucked away behind Church Street. To find it, walk down the road to the left of the church (towards Newcombe's Meadow). There will be a narrow lane shortly after Libbets Cottage on the left; head down this and follow the curving path for a few yards. The well will then be in front of you.
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The pretty village of Halberton (name derived from Haligbeort – a combination of Albert, a Saxon Chief and tun meaning a farm settlement) is located between Sampford Peverell and Tiverton. It has two separate parts to it, known locally as the Higher and Lower Town. These two parts of the village are connected by the old mill stream and the picturesque duck pond where, if you are lucky, you may catch a flash of vivid blue as a kingfisher dives for fish.
Historically the village had important administrative duties. Deeply rooted in farming tradition; many of the farms date as far back as Doomsday.
The magnificent tower and clock of the striking 14th century red sandstone church, located in Halberton Lower Town, are immediately obvious as you drive into the village. The church is well worth a visit and is dedicated to St Andrew. It is believed to be built on the site of earlier churches. During the Civil War, Halberton saw action and two unknown soldiers were buried in the Churchyard. There are many beautiful features worth noting within the church including a 12th century Norman font and a Pulpit and Screen dating from the 15th century.
On the Main High Street which runs through the Higher Town, is The Priory, a Grade II listed building where a small assembly of Augustinian canons were established. Dissolved in the 1500s, the building was then converted into a dwelling.
Sampford Peverell
Image courtesy of Roger Cornfoot / Halberton, viewed from the Grand Western canal / CC BY-SA 2.0
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Thorverton village sits about a mile west of the River Exe and 8 miles north of Exeter. It is almost centrally located between Exeter and the towns of Tiverton, Cullompton and Crediton.
A channelled stream, which drains the Raddon (literally 'red hill') Hills to the north and runs to the River Exe, winds through the village. A pedestrian bridge and ford cross the stream at Silver Street. The Millennium Green provides walking alongside the stream which runs through the centre of the village.
Located on clay and sand, Thorverton has a subsoil of red rock, which gives the earth its distinctive red colouring. The area is rich in rare and unusual rocks and minerals. Manganese has been found near Upton Pyne, and small quantities of gold in local streams. An igneous rock has been quarried at Raddon since the 12th century and the bubbled rock can be seen in numerous examples of local stonework, including the famed Stoke Canon Bridge.
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Uffculme is a village and civil parish situated in the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Set on the B3440, close to the M5 motorway and main railway line, Uffculme is on the upper reaches of the River Culm.
The Coldharbour Mill working wool museum is a popular tourist attraction, as are the scenic old railway and riverside walks.
Uffculme parish has an active community with many regular and special events throughout the year at its pubs, churches and attractions. Some of particular note include:
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Bampton is a historic charter town nestled on the edge of Exmoor National Park with a bustling centre.
There is an abundance of quirky independent retailers, as well as a traditional pharmacy, greengrocers and butchers creating an oldie worldie atmosphere to immerse yourself in for a morning or afternoon. For a list of Bampton's shops, see: Shopping in Bampton
There is lots of choice in Bampton, from top restaurants, bistros and cafés; they have everything you may desire. It is definitely a foodie town with so many highly decorated eateries.
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Dated from 1073, St Peter’s Church, Tiverton is a Grade I listed parish church with a ninety-nine foot high tower and a stunning collection of stained glass windows.
St. Peter’s has been the centre of civic life in Tiverton for centuries and still serves as the site for the town-wide celebrations of Remembrance Day and Mayor’s Sunday. The Church’s Grade 1 listing derives primarily from the beauty and historic significance of the Greenway Chapel built in 1517.
The church is noted as being the location of the first performance of Mendelssohn's "Wedding March", which was performed by Samuel Reay at the wedding of Dorothy Carew and Tom Daniel on 2 June 1847. It is also famed for being the burial site and holding the funeral service for Princess Katherine Plantagenet in 1527.
There are booklets available in the Church about the history, stained glass windows and organ, as well as information boards that can be carried when exploring the Church.
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Set amid the rolling agricultural heartland of Devon, Zeal Monachorum is the epitome of a tranquil Devon village. Situated about 18 miles north-west of Exeter on the River Yeo, it lies at the centre of Devon, between Crediton and Okehampton, looking towards Dartmoor.
There is a local Saxon reference dated AD967 to land at Lesmanoac and early maps refer to the settlement as Monkenfield, Munkton and Monks Nymet. The present name, written earlier as Sele and Zele, is said to derive from the fact that the manor of Zeal Monachorum had been given to the Abbey of Buckfast in 1018 by King Cnut (along with the manor of Down St Mary), hence a "cell of the monks”. The manor remained the property of Buckfast Abbey until the Dissolution of the Monasteries in 1539. The link with the Cistercian abbey is seen on the village sign at the top of Town Hill outside the church.
Image courtesy of Philip Halling / Thatched cottage, Zeal Monachorum / CC BY-SA 2.0
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Bickleigh is a picturesque village in the Exe valley on the main road between Exeter and Tiverton. It has lovely thatched cottages, a railway museum, 14th century bridge, a working water mill, shopping and crafts centre.
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A welcoming and historic Parish, Newton St Cyres lies about 5 miles from Exeter and 3 miles from Crediton.
Surrounded by the beautiful rolling countryside of Mid Devon, the parish has easy access to road and rail networks with its own station on the picturesque Tarka line. The A377 main road running through the village is a major bus route with a regular timetable.
A designated Conservation Area covers some of the village. The village is twinned with Rots, in Normandy, France
Image courtesy of John Walton / Newton St Cyres Ford / CC BY-SA 2.0
Our thanks to Newton St Cyres Parish Council for providing much of the information for this page
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Morchard Bishop is situated in the heart of Devon between Dartmoor and Exmoor, almost midway between the north and south coasts. It is surrounded by unspoilt hilly farmland comprised of a multitude of fields separated by ancient Devon banks.
Like many local villages, Morchard has a rich architectural history reflecting the economic and social changes experienced since medieval times. The earliest surviving building in the parish is believed to be Rudge, situated in the south west of the parish. Despite appearing to be a fine C19th house, Rudge actually dates to around 1380.
The parish has an active community with many regular and special events throughout the year at its pubs, churches and attractions. Some of particular note include:
Image courtesy of Martin Bodman / Morchard Bishop: St Mary’s church / CC BY-SA 2.0
Thank you to Morchard Bishop Parish Council for providing information.
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Early in the 1920’s, the notable church historian, Beatrix Cresswell, puzzled why the isolated village of Coldridge had such a significant church and also why it contained one of the very few stained glass portraits of Edward V, one of the Missing Princes in the Tower. For students of the Wars of the Roses, St Matthew's should not be missed!
The majority of the building dates from the 15th and 16th centuries when an earlier Norman Building was enlarged. It contains a Norman font. In Victorian times the building fell into disrepair and in 1877 major work commenced with the restoration of the chancel. The rest of the church was restored by the early 1900’s.
Of particular interest is a very fine medieval rood screen, claimed to be one of the best unrestored screens in the country, and also a pulpit with fine carving. Medieval bench ends are to be found in the church as well as Barnstaple floor tiles. The splendid, ancient parclose screen in the chancel is of Breton design.
A COLDRIDGE ‘ROYAL’ MYSTERY?
Sometime after the Battle of Bosworth in 1485, a person named John Evans arrived in Coldridge. Thomas Grey (the eldest son of Elizabeth Woodville who was the mother of the “Princes in the Tower”) owned the Coldridge Manor, which was for some reason granted to “Evans”. John Evans was also granted the prestigious “parkership” of the deer park, which occupied the land behind the church. The tomb monument for Evans is in the Evan’s Chapel on the north side of the chancel. His chapel or chantry was completed in 1511 and the restored, Latin inscription on the prayer desk, now in the chapel to the south of the chancel, confirms this: “Pray for John Evans, Parker of Coldridge, maker of this work in the third year of the reign of King Henry the Eighth”
Since the 1920’s examination by Beatrix Cresswell, others have speculated as to why John Evans created the stained-glass window depicting Edward V and, indeed, who in fact John Evans actually was? Despite the wealth of chancery records that exist there is no reference to the grant of the manor or deer park to Evans. The crown above the Edward V image contains 41 deer as ermine spots, which is most unusual as they are usually stoat’s tails. 41 years takes us back from 1511 to 1470, the year of birth of Edward V - maybe a link between the deer parker and royalty?
It has been suggested, in two recent publications, that Evans may have been linked in some way to Edward V, and one suggests that he could even have been that royal person, maybe in hiding from either Richard III or his successor Henry VII. Alternatively, he could have been a Welsh soldier rewarded by Henry VII as a Yeoman of the Crown for services after Bosworth.
If, however unlikely it may be, Evans was actually Edward V, then it is possible that Elizabeth, the prince’s mother, struck a deal with either Richard or Henry on the basis that the prince completely disappeared. This could have been facilitated by his half brother Thomas Grey who owned lands in Devon and ‘E.V.’ then became ‘EVan’s’!
Research is currently ongoing under the leadership of Philippa Langley MBE and her Missing Princes Project, to explore the possible link between Evans and Edward V.
Philippa is very well-known for having led the successful search for the remains of Richard III at Leicester.
The church contains another mystery. Above the door, inside the chapel to the south of the chancel, is the small inverted image of a Tudor lady with a long tongue (see photo below). Recently two similar inverted images have been found in close proximity to it. It would appear that wood carvers were making a hidden protest for either political or religious reasons. The lady being vilified may have been Mary I (Bloody Mary.) She was responsible for the execution of Henry Grey, a staunch Protestant and in opposition to Mary’s Roman Catholicism. Henry was a descendant of Thomas Grey, and father of Lady Jane Grey. He owned the Coldridge land that was subsequently attained by the Crown following Henry’s execution and the images may have been a local protest at this. Strangely there is another inverted carving in the shield on the Evan’s Tomb that appears to say the word “king”.
If you love English history or you are into ‘ancient murder mysteries’, then you might wish to help us investigate this story a bit more deeply. Is ‘John Evans’ in fact Edward V? Who exactly was the ‘Parker of Coldridge’ in the 15th century? Is one of the ‘Princes in the Tower’ buried here in Coldridge? Is there a Coldridge connection with ‘Bloody Mary’? Who knows? Do you?
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The parish is situated some 19 miles north west of Exeter and about 11 miles from the ancient market town of Crediton. Surrounded by the rolling hills of Mid Devon, it represents the classic village, where time has virtually stood still for centuries.
Situated on a hilltop, with views as far as the eye can see, the village is dominated by St Matthew's Church.
Coldridge has no main road, and thus provides a relaxed and peaceful atmosphere. It is easy to access from both the B3220 and (via some twisty, Devon lanes) from the A377 at Eggesford. To find the village centre, punch into your SatNav the postcode of EX17 6AX. However, just a polite request: Please do not park on the village green grassed areas and also allow room for emergency vehicles to get by, wherever you park. Otherwise, please feel free to enjoy the lovely, rural setting of our parish and village.
The parish is a place of vibrant community activity, with many different clubs and societies offering all sorts of diverse activities, from Gardening to Knitting, from Quilting to Pilates, Film Nights, Quizzes, Painting, W.I. and much, much more! Look at the website and visit the Coldridge Calendar newsletter to see just what happens here.
These notes were prepared by Coldridge Parish Council, with the kind assistance of Mr Ivan Kriznik and Mr John Dike.
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The beautiful historic parish of Oakford lies north of Tiverton near to Exmoor National Park. Although not open to the public, Oakford's ancient Manor House has been within the same family ownership for over 800 years. Close to Junction 27 of the M5 Motorway and Tiverton Parkway Railway Station, Oakford is conveniently located and easily reached by visitors.
With numerous stunning rural walks through wooded valleys and open countryside, there is no shortage of interest for the keen or casual walker. Most of the walks conveniently start and finish in the middle of Oakford village at the highly-rated ’The Red Lion Hotel’. For those who enjoy walking on high open moorland and along steep valleys, Exmoor is within a short driving distance. Wild deer can be seen grazing both locally around Oakford and on Exmoor, which is also home to the famous Exmoor ponies.
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Burlescombe Parish stretches from Fenacre in the north to Leonard Moor Cross in the south and from Maidendown in the east to Holbrook in the west. It includes Burlescombe, Westleigh, Canonsleigh, Westcott, Waterloo Cross, Junction 27 of the M5, Tiverton Parkway, Appledore, Southdown and Ayshford. The parish has a long history with several properties mentioned in the Doomsday book. Canonsleigh Abbey, whose 11th century gatehouse still stands, was a wealthy and influential institution until its dissolution in 1539.
The manor house at Ayshford, with its chapel of ease, was the seat of the Ayshford family who owned much of the parish until as recently as 1939. The Ayshford’s were benefactors of the parish church of St Mary, well established by 1324. Elizabethan and Jacobean memorials are features of the interior. More recently the family was instrumental in building Burlescombe School that opened in 1859, eleven years before the great Education Act of 1870 which saw the establishment of so many village schools.
Image courtesy of Lewis Clarke / Burlescombe : Churchyard & Village Road / CC BY-SA 2.0
Many thanks to Burlescombe Parish Council for providing information for this site.
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Hemyock is a parish situated on the River Culm, in the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The village of Hemyock is the largest within the Blackdown Hills and has a long history, with prehistoric remains discovered that date back to 100BC. In the middle ages, the village thrived on producing iron using local iron ore and furnaces (bloomeries). Historic buildings include a church that dates back to the Norman times, a medieval castle, an Elizabethan Chapel at Culm Davy and a pub that dates back to at least 1740. A stunning ornate Victorian water pump takes pride of place in the centre of the village.
The parish is surrounded by picturesque scenery offering an array of tranquil countryside landscape with valleys, springs and woodland.
Image courtesy of Martin Bodman / Hemyock: bluebell walk / CC BY-SA 2.0
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Raddon Top is the highest point of the Raddon Hills in Shobrooke. It can be seen from Cadbury Castle.
A perfect lookout across the valley and the top of Dartmoor in the distance - why not take a picnic and enjoy the view.
Viewpoint
A prehistoric site overlooking the Exe valley stands the remains of an Iron Age defended hilltop site - known as Cadbury Castle.
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Culmstock (meaning Farm on the River Culm) is both a village and a parish located on the border with Somerset. A large part of the parish lies within the Blackdown Hills AONB with walks to Culmstock Beacon and Wellington Monument.
Historically, Culmstock fell within the boundaries of the Hemyock Hundred. It was at one time prosperous as a centre of weaving and the wool trade. The Fox Brothers built a mill there in 1822 to spin yarn. Part of the mill can still be seen from Blackwater Road, just past the Village Hall.
Culmstock has one public house and one shop located in the village next to the river Culm.
Annual events in Culmstock include:
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Stoodleigh lies about 800ft above the Exe Valley, roughly equidistant between the north and south Devon coasts and near the Devon/Somerset border. The village is about 6 miles north of Tiverton and 5 miles south of Bampton. It is an area of natural beauty on the Exmoor fringe, characterised by rolling hills and scattered woodland. On a clear day, both Dartmoor and Exmoor can be viewed from the surrounding hills. It retains an air of isolation that many find attractive. The centre of the village is a Conservation Area. The village has easy access to the A361 North Devon Link Road with links to Barnstaple and the M5 (J27).
A number of events take place throughout the year in the village including an annual flower show, Easter and Autumn Markets and Christmas Fayre. The Parish Church also hosts occasional classical music concerts.
Many thanks to Stoodleigh Parish Council for providing information for this site
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Hembury Fort lies in the Blackdown Hills on a plateau just outside Honiton on the A373. This was the site of a prehistoric Iron Age hillfort and you now find the ancient remains of the defensive ramparts. The site is of significant interest to many groups including archaeologists, conservationists and ecologists. In the Spring, the woods surrounding the plateau are covered with a blanket of bluebells.
Nowadays, you can enjoy the circular walk around the top of the plateau with stunning and far reaching views of the Otter Valley reaching to the coast on a clear day. A small and basic car park can be reached, just off the A373 as you come to the crest of Hembury Hill on the right, coming from Cullompton and the left from Honiton. Once parked, you need to cross the A373 to reach the start of the climb to Hembury Fort.
Worth noting - Traffic can be fast along this road and visibility limited on the bends.
Only a 5 minute drive from Hembury Fort, is the Hamlet of Weston, where you will find The Otter Inn. On a sunny day you can sit and enjoy a refreshing drink in the large beer garden alongside the tranquil River Otter.
Image courtesy of Martin Bodman / Broadhembury: south to Hembury / CC BY-SA 2.0
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Bow is originally a street-village on the old road between Crediton and Okehampton. Set in the scenic undulating countryside between Dartmoor and Exmoor, Bow is the geographical centre of Devon. Surrounding countryside is a mix of rich red farmland to the north with contrasting environmentally rich grass, trees and woodland stretching to the southern boundary.
With its unusual high cobbled pavement running the length of the main street, Bow village comprises a blend of traditional cob and thatch properties alongside more modern dwellings.
A good regular bus service runs to Exeter, Barnstaple and Okehampton.
There are regular events at Bow Village Hall, such as live music events, bingo and even cocktail nights!
Image courtesy of Martin Bodman / Bow: Hillerton Cross / CC BY-SA 2.0
Our thanks to Bow Parish Council for contributing information for our site
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Crediton Parish Church (formerly called the Church of the Holy Cross and the Mother of Him who Hung Thereon) is a prominent building in the historic market town of Crediton. The church stands on the site of what was Devon’s first Saxon cathedral until 1050. A Norman church was eventually built in its place in the 1130s when a collegiate church was established. The nave and chancel were completely rebuilt in the 15th century and still stand today.
The church escaped demolition during the reformation when the collegiate churches were dissolved.
When visiting the church look out for the War Memorial Organ, an heraldic window showing the arms of historic families and a memorial to Redvers Buller.
The church is generally open to visitors throughout daylight hours in summer and winter. Guides are usually available to give church tours for a small donation on Saturday mornings.
Sandford is a rural parish with a great sense of community. It has two pubs (The Rose and Crown and The Lamb Inn), a community shop with Post Office, two recreation grounds and a tennis court. There is a dedicated footpath/cycleway from Sandford village to Crediton via the 'Millennium Green'.
There are many important historic estates within the area, four of which fall within Sandford's parish. One is Dowrich Farm; an old Castle keep, from which a 15th Century gatehouse still survives, next to the ancient Dowrich House Grade II listed mansion house. The Grade II listed school building dates from 1825 and is notable for its classical Greek architecture and cob walls, thought to be the highest of their kind in the country. St Swithun's Church in Sandford has traces in its structure to the Saxon period, with the majority of its building dating to the 13th and 14th centuries. The Church is known for its wonderful array of 16th century carved bench ends depicting various different figures.
The actor Luke Treadaway grew up in Sandford. He is best known for his roles in Clash of the Titans (2010) and the Oscor-nominated Unbroken (2014).
Annual Events include:
Sandford is also well known for its Olde Worlde Street Markets held in Church Street. A 1940's themed Street Market is likely to take place in May 2020 to mark the 75th Anniversary of V.E. Day.
Acknowledgement
Image courtesy of Martin Bodman / Sandford: East Village / CC BY-SA 2.0
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The church, which stands in the centre of Bampton, contains many interesting features and curiosities. The church you can see today in part dates from the early twelfth century but this replaced a religious building that had been there much earlier. Keep an eye out for a stone tablet at the base of the tower with an unusual inscription, an original late Saxon window arch, traces of medieval wall decoration and three green men among other interesting details. You can even see the old town stocks which were reportedly last used in 1862 to improve the mind of a man who had over-indulged in alcohol.
In the churchyard you will find two ancient yew trees which are thought to have been planted over 500 years ago. Yew trees are poisonous to livestock so the trunks of these specimens are encased in stone to stop grazing cattle from nibbling them.
The church is also home to the Heritage & Visitor Centre which features fascinating local artefacts and lots more information about the town’s rich heritage. You can visit the church during the Heritage Centre’s opening hours. These times may occasionally change due to church services.
Tarr Steps is an ancient clapper bridge, a bridge made of unmortared stone slabs, which crosses the River Barle about 6.5 miles upstream from Dulverton. the Grade I listed bridge, possibly dating back to 1,000BC, is the longest of its kind in Britain and a scheduled Ancient Monument. Some of the stones weigh 5 tons and were said to have been placed there by the Devil to win a bet. The bridge is nestled in the beautiful wooded valley of the River Barle, well known for its wildlife and well worth exploring.
In recent years the waters have come over the stones in times of flood and the bridge has had to be repaired several times as the stones of up to two tonnes have been washed downstream.
A popular circular walk, known as the Jubilee Trail, runs upstream of the bridge following the orange way marks crossing a footbridge to return on the other side.
The on site pay and display car park, with toilets and information boards, is just a short 500m walk away from the bridge itself. The permissive path is steep and can be tricky for those with disabilities or limited mobility. There is a smaller car park for easier access next to the River Barle and the Tarr Farm Inn. Please note that sat navs can direct visitors to the other side of the river from the car park but the ford cannot be crossed by any other vehicle than a 4x4 with high ground clearance.
The inn nearby provides drinks and refreshments or there are plenty of spots to stop for a picnic.
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Tiverton is the largest town in Mid Devon. It has good transport connections being close to the M5, and Tiverton Parkway Train Station, which is on the main railway line. There are frequent trains to Bristol, London, the Midlands and the North of England, as well as Exeter, Plymouth and Cornwall.
The town centre is proud of its independent traders with four retail quarters full of interesting shops to discover and explore. For a list of shops and places to eat in Tiverton see: Tiverton: Retail Quarters
This historic market town is blessed with some unique attractions. It is home to the award-winning Grand Western Canal Country Park which was established in 1971. This is one of the last remaining in the country still operating a horse drawn barge. Come and appreciate the beauty of the 11.5 mile stretch, which meanders through the Devon countryside. The canal provides a cycle route along its towpath and there are boats available to hire during the summer season.
Tiverton possesses its very own castle, originally built in the 11th Century but later adapted in the 13th and 14th centuries. A victim of General Fairfax, a lucky canon shot hit and destroyed much of the castle. It was redesigned as a fortified manor house in the 17th century. Tiverton Castle has been the home to powerful medieval Earls of Devon and even a Plantagenet Princess. It is now a private family home but is open to the public on selected days during the week. The Castle contains a pretty courtyard garden and an extensive armour collection.
Tiverton boasts a town trail and a tree trail which lead the visitor on a tour of the town's heritage. Information regarding both of these is available from the town's Tourist Information Service at Tiverton Museum of Mid Devon Life.
Tiverton also hosts a number of events throughout the year including Tiverton's medieval charter fayre, the "Two Rivers" arts festival and food festivals among many others. Visit the local Cinema or head to the Theatre for live performances and entertainment. In summertime, listen to music from the town's brass bad at Westexe bandstand.
The Museum is itself award-winning and contains a host of local artefacts, rural and agricultural equipment. It houses the famous "Tivvy Bumper" steam train complete with a mock-up of the train station. Children are welcome to step aboard this charming engine and sound its whistle.
The historic Pannier Market building is located at the core of the town. This plays host to general markets during weekdays and award-winning streetfood night market events monthly during the summer season. It is also an important community hub hosting one off specialist events throughout the year.
Mid Devon Leisure Centre is located close to the town centre. It offers a state-of-the-art fitness studio, along with a swimming pool and tennis courts.
The iconic Knightshayes Court National Trust Property can be located a mile from the town centre. This eccentric Victorian Gothic revival house is surrounded by parkland, great for walks. It was the home of the Heathcoat-Amory's and contains a formal garden, woodland and renowned kitchen walled garden. A play park is available for children looking to burn off some extra energy.
Tiverton Merchants' Trail - Take a leisurely walk around Tiverton Town Centre, following the pavement medallions and read the information panels to learn about Tiverton’s historic buildings.
Tiverton Town Centre Circular Walk - This 2.5 mile mostly level walk takes you on a tour of the historic sites of Tiverton as well as passing through the main shopping areas of the town. Take your time to admire the buildings and have a browse in the many independent shops and eateries.
The Grand Western Canal - Walk the length of the Grand Western Canal, a total of 11 3/4 miles and plan your stops along the way for refreshment in the many pubs / cafes you pass en route.
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Situated on the Blackdown Hills, Wellington Monument has panoramic views over the Somerset countryside. There are picturesque walks around the monument and through the tree lined avenue, or just enjoy a picnic. Wellington Monument is 175ft high and is the tallest three-sided obelisk in the world. It was started in 1817 and was completed in 1853 and was built to celebrate Arthur Wellesley – the 1st Duke of Wellington's victory over Napoleon Bonaparte at the Battle of Waterloo. Lightning strikes in 1846 and possibly again in the early 1850s caused serious structural damage and sadly access to the base of the monument is currently prohibited to protect the public from the risk of falling stone debris. The monument is now part of the National Trust and they are currently raising the £3 million required to repair the building.
The monument is around 500m from the car park. There is an easy access path up to the Monument with some rest stops.
There are no toilet facilities on site.
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Wimbleball Lake is situated in the hills on the South East corner of Exmoor National Park. Wimbleball Lake is a reservoir lake managed by the South West Lakes Trust and the area is open to the public for recreational activities. Take in the views or watch out for birds with walks around the various nature paths or across Wimbleball Dam to watch water cascade down. There is plenty to keep you active with off road cycling, sailing, canoeing, windsurfing, and stand-up paddleboarding on offer. There are also opportunities for archery, high ropes, climbing and fishing. Facilities include changing rooms and showers, as well as a cafe and children’s play area. Wimbleball is the perfect spot for dog walkers. Sadly swimming in the lake is not permitted for health and safety reasons.
Kennerleigh is a small hamlet tucked away in the beautiful countryside. Surrounded by fields and hillsides, with a network of footpaths discover the farming heartland of Mid Devon. It shares a circular walk with Woolfardisworthy.
It has a strong community spirit with a community-run shop that provides locally-sourced everyday essentials.
Kennerleigh Church is dedicated to St John the Baptist, whose festival is celebrated on Midsummer’s day each year. The lovely Church building is central to the Parish and has held regular worship for nearly six centuries. Growing from a small chapel of ease, it is now one of modest size suitable for Kennerleigh's needs as a community. The Church building is lovingly cared for and decorated and the churchyard is regularly maintained by teams of dedicated volunteers.
The nearest pub is the Black Dog Inn (which is also a B&B). They hold monthly theme nights such as Greek, Indian, Thai etc.
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Bradninch is a historic town lying just off the B3181, approximately 3 miles southwest of Cullompton and Junction 28 of the M5 motorway. The town lies along the valley side of the River Culm, within the distinctive hummocky hills of the Devon Redlands. There are several possible derivations of the name Bradninch – amongst them are the Saxon ‘Bradeneche’ meaning ‘broad-ash’ and the Celtic ‘bre’ (brea) or ‘bryn’, meaning ‘by a hill or hillside’. Evidence of the Anglo-Saxon village it became in the 8th and 9th centuries is found in the street name ‘New Haven’ – ‘neuhaben’ being Saxon for ‘new home’.
Like many other Devon towns, the early fortunes of Bradninch were founded on the woollen trade. This was gradually replaced by papermaking, and for 200 years this industry flourished at nearby Hele Paper Mills and at Kensham Mill. With the paper mills developing in importance, the appearance of Bradninch began to change to more of a mill town. Today it remains a busy community with shops, pubs and other local services.
Image courtesy of Ray Girvan / Bradninch from Castle Hill / CC BY-SA 2.0
Our thanks to Bradninch Town Council for contributing information for our site
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Cullompton is a quiet country town positioned at junction 28 of the M5. Cullompton provides access to some of the prettiest villages in and around the Culm Valley.
Cullompton has a number of good quality restaurants with a wide variety on offer. The high street comes alive a few times a year celebrating a number of festivals across the town including SpringFest in April, Autumn food and drink fest in October and a Christmas Lights festival in December.
SHOPPING IN CULLOMPTON
Cullompton's Farmers' Market is present in the high street the second Saturday of every month. This award-winning market only selects producers within a 30 mile radius of Cullompton, ensuring fresh, local and authentic produce is always available. For a list of shops and places to eat in Cullompton, see: Shopping in Cullompton
Cullompton is home to a number of landmarks including the Walronds (a 1605 manor house), St Andrew's Church , the Manor House (grade ll listed building) and the Community Association Fields.
Cullompton's architecture along the high street makes you want to discover its heritage in this conservation area. The Town Trail (Cloth trade trail) allows you to follow its history throughout the town with leaflets available from the Town Council's information point. There are a number of circular walks which start from the town and soon take you out enjoying the countryside.
For more information about Cullompton's history follow the link http://www.cullomptontowncouncil.gov.uk/History_6658.aspx
Car parking is available at Station road.
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In the centre of the market town of Cullompton is this impressive historic house, fronting onto Fore Street and with a large garden to the rear open for the public to enjoy all year round.
Heritage & Culture Houses and Gardens
St Andrew’s Church is regarded as one of the finest parish churches in England and recorded by Simon Jenkins in his book “England’s Thousand Best Churches” (Penguin 1999) as one of the thousand best churches in the country.
The church is very prominent from the high street and worth a walk down Church street to see it.
For more information about the church visit https://standrewscullompton.com/about-us/church-history-overview/
Indoor Place of Interest Heritage & Culture
Eggesford Forest, managed by the Forestry Commission, is an ideal centre for short walks, fishing and mountain-biking. The circular walk is dog-friendly and offers unspoilt beauty and charm with a stream and plenty of wildlife and unusual wildflowers as well as an ancient Motte and Bailey castle.
The forest consists of a network of trails and paths that link the different woodlands and also connect to the Tarka rail line at Eggesford Station, All Saints Church and a Garden Centre. The woods have some magnificent Douglas Fir trees and the woodland provides a diverse habitat for a variety of birds, mammals and insects.
The area by the River Taw is the ideal place to spot some Kingfishers and Otters. Keen fishermen (subject to licences) could also try their luck at catching salmon or trout here (you will need waders to reach the best pools).
Image courtesy of Barrie Cann / Autumn colour in Eggesford Forest / CC BY-SA 2.0
Nature and Wildlife Activity & Adventure
High on the southwest point of Blackdown Common is Culmstock Beacon. It is one of a chain of Elizabethan beacons used for lighting fires to warn of advancing enemies, for example, The Spanish Armada.
The beehive-shaped structure was built of flint. It was rebuilt in 1870 after the collapse of the earlier one.
Culmstock Beacon is a wildlife haven with stunning views, particularly in the late summer when the bell-heather is in bloom. Access via public bridleway
Blackdown Hills - Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Viewpoint
Winsford Hill is a heath-covered common, managed by the National Trust. The three Bronze Age Wambarrows mark the highest point, with good views to Dunkery, Dartmoor and the Blackdown Hills. It is a popular place to see the pure-bred Exmoor ponies and to view The Punchbowl, a unique geological feature of the hill.
Below it, to the South West, runs the River Barle as it flows through the sheltered wooded valley and is crossed by the iconic Tarr Steps, an ancient 'clapper' bridge.
The common can be easily found from the centre of Winsford by taking the lane to the right of the Royal Oak Inn. There are gentle walks on the hill and along the River Barle to Tarr Steps. Parking for coaches and with facilities is close by.
At Spire Cross, there is a standing stone inscribed 'CARAACI NEPUS', which means a relative of Caratacus, possibly the British leader who resisted the Roman invasion. However, the stone appears to have been inscribed centuries after his death. It once lay broken but now has a small shelter to protect it.
It is thought that the stone dates from the 6th Century and was probably erected as a memorial to a person who claimed the first-century British Chieftain Caratacus as an ancestor.
In the 17th century, Tom Faggus, a highwayman and a gentleman (and also featured in RD Blackmore's 'Lorna Doone'), was said to have held up travellers near the inn in nearby Winsford village. The village Church is a Grade I listed building and has six bells, the four heaviest were made by Thomas Bilbie in Cullompton in 1765.
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