The Court Farm Inn was formerly a farmhouse, originally built in the 16th century, and the manorial farm for the Abbots of Horton and then Sherborne. After the Dissolution of the Monasteries by Henry VIII it was sold and by 1541 was known as Court Farm. It was extended in 1721 by the Quaker, James Tuckett, according to the plaque above the entrance. It replaced the Tradesman’s Arms in South View, now a private house, which closed in October 1973. The beamed lounge with exposed stone walls has a long bar and stone floor and is mainly used by diners. To the right of the porched entrance is the bar, the main area of which is dominated by a pool table and, beyond is a small 'snug' with its own serving area. An upper room is available for private functions. This pub often appears in the GBG. There is bus stop adjacent to the carpark entrance - last bus to Totnes 16.50 and Newton Abbot 17.40. Takeaway & Delivery menu available 12PM – 3PM and 5PM – 8PM

Originally a coaching inn, it has a single room L-shaped bar area with an open plan drinking area and an interior that is traditional black timber beams, nooks, stone painted and half timber panelled walls and a welcoming log burner. The beer garden, with its sheltered smokers retreat, is accessed from the rear of the premises via a footbridge over the river Ashburn. Hot food is served from Wednesday to Saturday with bar snacks at other times. New landlords with the pub reopening on 14th December 2024.

The oldest pub in Ashburton, built in 1130 to house the workers of St. Andrews Church (opposite the inn) and has remained an inn since that date although it was originally known as the Church House Inn. Behind the bar in what was the old fireplace can be seen the large original millstones and this area houses a granite shelf for the serving of the gravity fed ales. It is reputed that Sir Francis Drake was a regular drinker at the inn on his journeys to London as was Sir Walter Raleigh. Raleigh was arrested at the Exeter Inn and imprisoned in the Tower of London on 19th July 1603, accused of plotting against the king. There are seated drinking areas either side of the entrance hallway in the main bar, which is L-shaped, rustic and wood-panelled. There are smaller seated areas at the rear. Lovely flagstone floored corridor leads to a secluded walled garden outside at the back. A range of local real Ciders are on sale. This pub consistently features in the GBG. Pub is Cashless, accepting card payments only

Part of the Sharpham Estate until 1940, the name Durant Arms dates back to around 1922 when it changed following a philanthropic refurbishment of the estate cottages and pub by Richard Durant the Lord of the Manor. It is a small traditional, family run 18th century inn with wood burning fires and slate floors, offering en-suite and B & B accommodation and a restaurant serving local produce. Dogs welcome in rooms. The pub is close to the River Dart and only three miles from Totnes. Open on Bank Holiday Mondays but closed the day after. On the South Devon national cycle route No. 28 and The Dart Valley scenic walking trail from Totnes. Well behaved children welcomed until 9pm.

On the South West Coast Path and but a few minutes walk from South Devons premier surfing beach of Bantham, this cosy and comfortable village pub has a old maritime theme - with its bar having been constructed from a small boat's hull. The Sloop stays open all day, every day during the summer holiday season.

On the South West Coast Path, this small fishing village of Beesands is in Start Bay on the opposite side of the road to the beach. Beesands is locally renowned for its crabbing industry. The Cricket first opened it doors in 1867 and is actually formed from 3 fishermen's cottages, one of which is now the restaurant. With its light wood floors and cream panelling the pub now has a bright modern feel. The menu is extensive, and obviously includes locally caught seafood. Open all day during the summer season. Refurbished early 2017. Awarded South West Pub of the Year 2019

The inn was originally a 'Change Coaching House', providing a change of horses for coaches and carriages on the old turnpike road, where food and a bed for the night was also available. It has been recently fully refurbished and today it is more of an eatery than a pub, with a lounge bar area. The internal dining areas lead through to a dining conservatory and out to a tabled terrace at the side. Booking is recommended for dining inside. Bed and breakfast is available. Also, there is a licensed caravan touring park at the rear of the premises beside the River Lemon which will open soon.

16th century inn, hotel and restaurant just off the A381 between Newton Abbot and Teignmouth in the village of Bishopsteignton overlooking the Teign estuary that was refurbished in 2016. A welcoming atmosphere with historic features such as original fireplaces, beams and a gallery landing. A comfortable bar and restaurant along with 3 conference rooms and 12 en-suite bedrooms. A good range of snacks and main meals are freshly prepared and served in the bar/conservatory and restaurant.

A traditional style pub, situated in the middle of the village, overlooking the Teign estuary. It has an L-shaped public bar, where locals drink and play darts.The lounge bar is on two levels, and leads to a cosy and private dining room. At the rear is a large car park and an outdoor seating area. The pub is now a publican owned free house. It reverted to its previous name (Old Commercial Inn) in 2018 when a substantial refurbishment was carried out. Bristol Twenty bean-to-cup coffee, teas and hot chocolate are available. Coffee and Cakes by Pat a Cake will be available, just NEW times and days of 10am-2pm Tuesday through to Sunday The Licensees changed on 4th December 2023 Beer selection may vary with the seasons.

A Best Western Golfing & Spa Hotel set in pleasant countryside between Dartmouth and Totnes. The Bar and Bistro welcomes bookings from the general public and benefits from views over the golf course.

Situated on the A3122 between Totnes and Dartmouth, this large roadhouse style pub is set back from the road on a bend. The interior is furnished traditionally and there is a lovely open fire, wood beams and half panelled walls. Close to the bar are two massive granite pillars running up through the room, which are thought to be ancient agricultural rollers. A terrace and beer garden has lovely views over the gentle Devon hills. The garden includes a children's play area. They open slightly longer hours in school holidays. Breakfast served Fridays 9-11am

The site has recently been redeveloped. The new detached restaurant and bar has 40 covers and a small bar area. It faces south and is glass fronted optimising the amazing views across Bolbery Down towards the sea. There is also be additional seating outside. All food is locally sourced and cooked and presented to the highest of standards. The South West Coast Path is a short distance away.

Traditional cosy town pub. 16th-century Grade II listed building with oak beams and flagstone floor. The garden is a small orchard with old farming implements. New landlords took over in Oct over 2017 and they now do bar meals and cheeses on Sundays. Takeaways available

Situated in the beautifully refurbished Old Town Hall (built in 1866 and grade two listed) at the top of the town which is home to the Dartmoor Whisky Distillery this bar is only open on Fridays and Saturdays and occasional special music events at the moment, but there are plans to add a kitchen and extend the opening hours. There are tours of the distillery available at weekends. Bottled beers from breweries such as Barnabys, Otter & Hanlons are available. A 'draught real ale and cider' 'Loyalty Card' scheme operates: buy 9 pints get one free. (stamped at the bar) No food but food can be brought in (e.g.take-aways) while enjoying drinks from the Distillery Bar: in return please take rubbish away (plates not available)

High above the valley floor, this 17th-century inn has panoramic views of the surrounding hills from the pubs gardens. With its stone walls, beamed ceilings and ingelnook fireplace, this is a gem of a pub, for not only do they serve good ales, great food and traditional cider from various Devon and Somerset producers, but it also houses the village shop! There are four handpumps on the bar that are fully employed and in excess of 15 Real Ciders. This pub frequently appears in the GBG and was South Devon Pub of the Year in 2015 and 2018. There is always something on at the Bridford, so why not check their website.

This historic building was commissioned by the Board of Ordance as a military hospital, to support the three local Napoleonic war garrisoned forts, that defended the the Bay. After de-commissioning, it was once the home of the Rev Henry Francis Lyte, who whilst incumbent of All Saints Brixham, wrote the hymn 'Abide with Me'. The 4* hotel is surrounded by Berry Head Country Park, with its rare flora & fauna, restored fort and Trinity House lighthouse. Food is served daily from midday to 9.30 in the A la Carte restaurant and the TerraceBar. There are panoramic views across Torbay from the Terrace bar, terrace and the restaurant.

This 500-year-old building was originally a fisherman's cottage on the left and the right hand side a sail loft. This pub-restaurant now comprises two rooms with exposed stone walls and timber beams, the right hand room being the bar and the left, a dining room. The “Port and Starboard” restaurant is famed for its “Pub Classics” seafood menu, complemented by a daily selection of specials, all prepared from locally sourced produce.

A modern clubhouse on the edge of Brixham with limited opening. Available for private functions. Non club members may need to sign in.

Founded in 1937, the clubroom was a sail loft, and was converted some years ago into the bar with panoramic views over the busy working harbour, the new fish quay development, the breakwater and the coastlines of Torbay and Lime Bay.

The pub is a substantial building within a residential area and the interior is four interlinked rooms with a central bar. The decor is wood panelling and thick, natural stone walls and one of the rooms houses a pool table. It is a friendly family run local which puts on events such as quiz and open mic nights and themed evenings (e.g.70’s nights). A terraced garden has seating for 90-100 and a large lawn. On Sunday there is a carvery. In the summer months food will be available every day, and the pub will be open from 12:00 Monday to Thursday. Takeaways available

This friendly old coaching house is on the main road into the town, colloquially known as the 'first and last'. The interior comprises of a functional bar area, with a dartboard, and a lounge.A small courtyard leads to a large welcoming beer garden May 2023: New tenants

Located just above the main town car park in a stone-built Grade II listed terraced cottage, the low ceilinged, well refurbished, one-roomed bar is cosy especially by the log fire. Furnished with leather settees and chunky kitchen tables, the pub has a wine bar atmosphere. Events include cocktail specials and a Bloody Mary happy afternoon at weekends.

A sympathetic development by the St Austell Brewery of the old Fish Market building on the harbourside, which has also previously been used as both a cold store and net store. Upstairs is a restaurant for more formal dining, while downstairs there is a bar with a patio area overlooking the harbour, where bar meals are available. Sandwiches and snacks are available 12-5. The premises are disabled friendly for both access and toilet facilities.

A traditional end of terrace single bar pub, off the beaten track from the centre of town, but well worth taking the trouble to find for the real ale and cider aficionado. It features regularly in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide and has been the South Devon CAMRA Pub of the Year in 2014, 2016 & 2020. It boasts 6 changing draught beers and 8 real ciders. Live music on Wednesday and Saturday evenings with a meat draw on Friday evenings and a quiz on Sunday evenings. A charity beer festival takes place in early December.. There are two special offers running in 2024: Cask ales £3.50 a pint on Mondays and 10% discount on all drinks and snacks for cash payments on Thursdays.

One roomed bar with several annexed rooms. It has a pool table and a small function room that can accomodate between twenty to thirty people. Breakfast is now served Fri, Sat and Sun. Also Sunday lunches.

This Wetherspoon pub is in the centre of town and is named after the seventy eight foot heritage sailing ketch, which was built by Uphams in 1926, and that has now been restored to its former glory. Traditional Welsh cider and Devon perry are available.

This is an attractive pub that is nestled in the valley of the River Hem, not far off the A381. It is the home of the '2in1' pie. Cooked to order, it is an earthenware bowl half filled with a selected ingredient from the menu with the other half being creamy cauliflower cheese,and topped with short crust pastry. It is brought to your table on a wooden board.

In a beautiful setting next to the River Dart within Dartmoor National Park, close to the famous Buckfast Abbey. It has an outside terrace with seating and views overlooking the river, including glimpses of the abbey. Inside, the warm and welcoming oak-panelled bar is spacious, with traditional furniture and a wooden floor. The large dining room serves an excellent range of food and there any many visitor attractions within close vicinity of the pub. Accommodation is available.

Just off the A38 on the A384, this pub, hotel and restaurant dates from the 19th century, and has a comfortable interior with wooden floors, light oak beams, leather chairs and sofas, together with real fires and a relaxing atmosphere, having been fully refurbished in 2016. It has a very pleasant outdoor floral drinking and alfresco dining terrace, from which there are views between the trees of the river Dart. It is close to both Buckfastleigh railway station on the South Devon Steam Railway, and to Buckfast Abbey.

Recently reopened as a freehouse after refurbishment following purchase from Admiral Taverns. There is a small public bar at the front of the pub, with a larger lounge at the rear. It has comfortable seating and a beer garden at rear.

This pub was formerly called the Bullers Arms and reopened as the Chagford Inn in Summer 2014. The light, airy informal main bar area has plenty of seating including a comfortable sofa where you can enjoy drinks or food from the lunch or dinner menus. 1 local ale is available. A wood burner is lit in the winter months. There's also a separate dining room, and pleasant terrace garden. New licencees took over July 2019.

16th-century inn in the centre of the town, on a site that archives reveal there had been an inn well before this time. The rear of the first floor of the building was once a Crowner Court, now known as a Coroners Court. The bar has a large open fireplace and is comfortably furnished with bench and booth seating. At the rear of the bar there is a separate dining room, again with an open fireplace. From there a passage way leads to a pretty walled garden with plenty of seating and a smoker's shelter. Current owner for 16 years is leaving December 2021

Historical hotel, originally a 13th-century manor house it became an inn around two centuries later and was called the the Black Swan. It is now owned by the St Austell Brewery, recently having been refurbished into a 5-star inn with boutique bedrooms. It has a stunning granite facade, thatched roof, inglenook fireplaces, massive oak beams, a courtyard patio and fourposter beds in certain rooms. Food is served throughout the day from 8am.

The Open Arms has re-opened in April 2016 under the new name of The Bear & Blacksmith after a complete refurbishment including a brand new kitchen. The new name relates to a time when the last dancing bear was kept in the village, when it died its paws were on show in the local blacksmith's forge. After being closed for a couple of years, the Bear has reopened with new licensees. Themed food nights

Lovely old 12th-century thatched pub in the centre of this tranquil Teign Valley village, that abounds with thatched properties. A warm welcome and comfortable interior with warming wood burner in the winter months and pleasant beer garden to enjoy in the summer. New tenants in January 2021 during Lockdown 3 Takeawaya available Smaller appetite menu, available Tuesday til Friday, 12 til 3pm.

A pub since 1807 it frequently features in the GBG. The current landlord has been in residence since 1994. Originally the Plymouth Inn, it changed its name to the Bishop Lacy in 1961. Edmund Lacey being Bishop of Exeter 1420-1455, is reputed to have been responsible for bringing the first fresh water supply to the town. This two bar pub has a magnificent fireplace complete with meat hooks for hanging hams in the public bar. New Licensees from December 2023

The first records of the pub are from 1830, when it was called the 'Maltsters', as it had both a malt and brewhouse. By 1835 it had changed its name to the Globe. An hotel in name only, it is a town pub with road frontage, having one L-shaped bar and a snug.

On the corner of Fore Street and Clifford Street, and opposite the town's War Memorial, the earliest records of this pub are for 1798, when John Tucket was a 'victualler', at the premises. This is a convivial single bar pub, with a fish and chip shop opposite its side entrance. On entering the premises, there is a pool table to your left and a window seat to your right. The bar has a large open fireplace, which has an equally large woodburner within it. There is a raised area at the left hand rear of the bar area, which is used as a stage when there is live music. There are several more small tables and stools around the bar area, one of which is a window seat.

Grade ll* Listed Building with thatched roof, thought to have been built as a Devon Longhouse, and dating from the mid 1600s. The pub-restaurant is so called as it is in the Bovey Basin, which has been a ball clay mining and exporting area for many years. The pub is essentially on two levels, the bar on the higher and carvery on lower. It has timber beamed ceilings, stone floors, and open fireplaces within exposed stone wall. At the front of the building there is a pleasant tiered floral beer garden. Takeaways available. Breakfast 7 days a week from 9:15

A Grade ll Listed Building that began life as a Rest Home for Benedictine monks. Many of the pubs great beams and stone walls are reputed to part of the original 13th-century structure. It has a large accommodating bar, five dining areas, two function rooms, and a pleasant bench tabled patio. A carvery is available Wed to Sat evenings and Sun lunchtimes.

Golf Course and Country Club General public are allowed in for a drink at the bar. Only members can play golf

Large thatched pub with beautiful gardens set in the heart of picturesque Cockington Village, on the the outskirts of Torquay. Comfortable with plenty of rooms and lots of good food with a takeaway option also available.

Attractive and welcoming cottage-style thatched pub tucked away in Coffinswell. There is an emphasis on serving good food - indeed, the pub has its own herd of Aberdeen Angus cattle. The minimum of two real ales change constantly. Last orders 2pm & 9pm

On the Templer Way and the banks of the river Teign, between Newton Abbot and Shaldon, this dining pub affords excellent views of the estuary and lower Haldon moor from its patios and conservatory. It has a large comfortable bar area, with planked timber and slate floors, together with a large open log fireplace. It has a separate dining room which is fully glazed on two elevations, and has a trendy log fire-pit.

Recently refurbished traditional Devon village pub with Yorkshire hospitality.

Reputed to have been built in the reign of Edward II, The Cott is one of the oldest thatched inns in Britain and has been a hostelry since around 1320. It was originally three cottages that were bought by Johannes Cott who converted it to inn as a staging post for shepherds and their sheep on route to the ancient port of Totnes. Set in this peaceful village, yet only 5 minutes from Totnes, the pubs interior is exposed black oak beams and timbers, white painted stone walls and open fireplaces. At the front of the pub there is a car park and a pretty floral garden, with picnic bench seating. 'Top British Pub 2019' in The Great British Pub awards.

Set within 25 acres of magnificent Grade ll listed gardens within the Dartington Estate, the White Hart is part of a Social Enterprise Charity, which includes a fifty bed hotel and theatre, all set around a medieval courtyard. Being part of the original hall, this bar/restaurant, has high ceilings and dark oak beams.

The Bayards Cove Inn is over 500 years old. The bar/café/restaurant area has a mixture of seating from casual sofas to formal dining. Although beer only visits are allowed, they are not encouraged. More of a restaurant than a pub. Breakfasts are served from 8am and meals are also available at lunchtime and evenings (except Monday evening).

Situated on South Embankment, overlooking the estuary and with far reaching views across to Kingswear Close to both the passenger ferry from Kingswear Railway Station, and the Lower Car Ferry, this single roomed sports bar has a rugby theme and has an outside seating area adjacent to the river. Sold November 2022

Close to the historic Bayards Cove, where the Mayflower visited for repairs on her way to America in August 1620 and the ferry across the river to Kingswear, this narrow single bar has wood-panelled walls and beamed ceiling. The pub and its surrounding area has been the the setting for some nautical filming, including the 'Onedin Line' as depicted in photographs hanging on the walls.

Nautical themed pub, dating back to 1838. with a traditional convivial feel to it. Flags festoon the ceilings, with nautical photos, oars and other paraphernalia covering the walls. The bare flagstone floor complements the glazed tile exterior. The pubs restaurant doubles as a function room. Beware of false pump clip, Maltsmiths IPA is keg....

The George & Dragon re-opened in November 2015 after a period of closure and a complete re-build. It is now a large, smart, family friendly, food orientated real ale outlet. This large modern pub has three levels with an outside area of tables and umbrellas to the front, the only beer garden offering outdoor dining in Dartmouth. Interior walls feature nautical murals by Paul Barclay and there are several metal sculptures of dragons. Food ranges from cream teas to toasted paninis and to more substantial freshly home made cooked meals.

A Dartmouth landmark on the edge of the boat float, this hotel has two bars, a restaurant and twenty five en-suite rooms. The Harbour Bar is contemporary and has live music every Thursday, while the Galleon is traditional and cosy, with oak panelling and wooden beams. There is a pub like feel to the latter and it is popular with both locals and visitors alike. Superb locally sourced food has earned this hotel an excellent reputation. Ales from Devon and Cornwall are always available. Sold to St. Austell Brewery in February 2020.

A Grade ll listed building with 16th and 17th-century features, that was originally two separate houses that were converted to form this pub in the mid 18th century. Whereby, it claims to be the towns oldest Ale House in Dartmouth. Recently re-opened after some refurbishment in Summer 2017. There is an attractive ground floor that serves as a bar and restaurant. There is also an upstairs restaurant which is offered as a function room.

A one roomed, double fronted shop premises, aimed at the younger drinker. Real ale is now being tried using one or two pins on the bar although availability will depend on demand particularly during the winter months. New owners from June 2022 Cask ale not currently available, but it is hoped to be soon.

In the same village as HMP Channings Wood, and only a mile-and-a-quarter from Dornafield caravan and campsite, this picturesque 14th-century pub and eating house, with its beamed ceilings and stone walls, is situated adjacent to the Green. It is one of the few pubs that still has a newspaper for its customers to peruse or in a certain regulars case, do the crossword. It holds quiz nights and a regular Thursday folk music evening. Their food is generally fresh, seasonal and locally sourced. New Licensees September 2018 Breakfasts available 8 to 10 Saturday & Sunday

The FBI as it is known locally, is on the banks of the River Dart with stunning 180 degree views across the river. It was the west bank side of a car ferry that ran until the early sixties, from the Greenway Quay side of the river, which is close to Greenway house, once the home of Agatha Christie. Foot ferries still ply the river from Greenway, the Quay, Totnes and Dartmouth in the summer season. It is one of the few pubs in the areas thats interior has not been subjected to modernisation. Meals are usually served all day from noon to 9pm during the summer season.

A stone built inn at the heart of the village, the pub has many features including an impressive stone fireplace in the dining room, which is furnished with lovely old wardrobes to hold linens and cutlery. The stone-flagged bar area is cosy with scrubbed tables, exposed beams and an open fireplace. Outside is a spacious beer garden. The pub has restricted opening hours in the winter, but is open all week in the summer. As well as having a very popular restaurant they also offer Fish & Chip takeaways. Open Bank Holiday Mondays.

Highly regarded 500 year old smugglers inn located on the village green attracting birdwatchers and coastal walkers, the pub boasts a cluttered and quirky maritime themed interior. Gravity beers are racked behind the bar; home cooked locally sourced food is served. Children and dogs are welcome and have their own menus! Occasional live music events are held in a hall adjoining the pub. Children's games are available as is knitting for adults.

Close to the head of the Frogmore Creek, it is accessible by car, bus or boat. First licensed in 1857, the building is of stone with timber beams, an ingelnook fireplace with log burner, oak floors, and old settles. There are also settees and an assortment of other furniture. Leading off from the bar, there is a separate games room with both a pool table and dartboard. At the rear of the pub there is a terrace and garden, which is used for alfresco dining in the warmer months. Summer hours 12-11 daily. New licensee 4th February 2024

Purpose built in the 19th century to replace a cider house that had been closed, this substantial stone building houses spacious accommodation, which includes a function room, two bars and a dining area, with food being served 12-2.30 and 6-9. The car park was once a cattle market.

Brewers Fayre and Premier Inn that is in the centre of Goodrington beach and adjacent to Quaywest Water Park. It has a bar area separate from the restaurant, together a patio which has heating and lighting that can be used for alfresco dining. The original building was constructed in 1800 by the Admiralty as a Naval Hospital for the Napoleonic wars and was subsequently used as both a private house and convent before becoming a hotel.

Old cosy and comfortable road side single bar pub with plenty of seating in the bar area plus a separate dining room, situated on the A381 halfway between Totnes and both Dartmouth and Kingsbridge. It is so called as there has been a hostelry on this site for many centuries, the current inn having been built in 1874, following the destruction of the previous premises by fire. En-suite accommodation available plus large fenced beer garden and car park.

13th-century heavily oak beamed inn with thick stone walls, wooden settles and old pews. It was originally constructed to house the masons who build the adjacent village church. Other interesting architectural features are timber screen wall between the bar and function room, which reputedly dates from the late 13th century, and a small 17th-century window that is tucked away by the inglenook fireplace. The pub has a comprehensive menu, with a reputation for serving good quality food.

On the edge of Dartmoor, this timber beamed and flagstone floored 18th-century inn has several cosy rooms for drinking and dining. Some have log fireplaces or wood burners, sturdy old furnishings, settles, prints, photographs of Dartmoor scenes and paintings. It was originally built by George Templer of Stover to serve his cottages built as Haytor Buildings to house the quarrymen working at nearby Haytor granite quarries. From this quarry came the granite blocks for the construction of London Bridge (1824-1831) and other famous buildings. Traditional cider is normally available - however, in its occasional absence, a guest ale is available in lieu. In addition to their 9 rooms, they also offer a self-catering holiday cottage, which is next door to the Inn. It has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a large garden. Known as Early Mist, it sleeps up to 8 guests on three spacious and characterful floors.

This reputedly haunted 16th-century freehouse is situated close to the south-eastern edge of the Dartmoor National Park, in the small village of Hennock. It is situated high above the Teign Valley. From the pub's back dining room, there are spectacular views over the valley and across to the Haldon Moors. Their 2 guest ales are usually from local breweries, and they also sell one cider. The public bar is at the front of the pub, and has a lovely wood burning stove in the winter months. The lounge is comfortable and cosy with settees and arm chairs, and leads to a dining room. Food is available every evening except Monday, when the pub is closed. Lunchtime meals are available Tues to Sat from March. Dogs are welcome in the bar and children are welcome until 8.30pm. Under new ownership Jan 2018. Sept 2019. Dining Room and cellar refurbs now completed. On-site brewery planned. Opening times are extended between Easter and September. Opening times for Autumn/Winter period: Closed Mon; Tuesday-Friday,4.30-11pm. Saturday & Sunday, 12 Noon-11pm. September 2023 Mike Rowlands has purchased a one-barrel plant with the intention of opening a an on-site brewery soon.

Built in 1329 as a Devon Longhouse to accommodate the stonemasons building the adjacent church. In the 1400s it was a retreat for clergy and monks from Buckfast Abbey, so an upper floor was added to the building, to accommodate this increase in hospitality. It is said that William Cromwell stayed here, whilst stabling his horse in the village, and the main bar screen dates back to the Armada. It has four separate eating / drinking areas and is very central for lovely moorland walks and amenities.

Beach style two-roomed café bar situated just 50 yards from the beach. They offer a little bit of everything with a good choice of ales, both on tap and bottled. Also food from sandwiches and pizzas to locally sourced fish dishes and steaks. Takeaways available.

Opened in 2018, situated overlooking the harbour and beach, with spectacular views across Bigbury Bay and both indoor and outdoor seating. The latter include heated enclosed pods with comfortable seating and tables. There are also takeaway meals and the ability to purchase uncooked fish. The coast path passes right alongside and the beach is less than a minute away. May close early if no bookings.

Nestled in the centre of the ancient Saxon village, below Lower Haldon Moor is this thatched 17th-century cosy single bar inn. Internally there is an open fireplace, a flagstone floor and beamed ceiling. A previous Licensee was a great admirer of Admiral Nelson and naval memorabilia of that age can be seen adorning the pub, including a manequin in a naval ratings attire of the time of the Battle of Trafalgar. There is a small covered patio at the rear of the pub, with further tables across the road, at the side of the carpark. For the the energetic, it is possible to get to the pub by bus - take either the 46 or X64 to Ideford Dip on the A380 and, it is then a pleasant 20 minutes stroll through the lanes to the pub.

Located within the 3 star Ilsington Country House Hotel, owned and run by the Hassell Family since 1998, it combines rustic charm with contemporary touches. Awarded two AA rosettes for food, numerous awards for the Spa and recognised in publications such as the Good Hotel Guide. There are far reaching views across the countryside from the patio and gardens.

Newly refurbished, and used by many of the village's inhabitants, it has a friendly and convivial atmosphere, with well kept beers and a proper billiard table. CAMRA members are welcome, on production of a current membership card.

Just a 600 yard stroll from the town centre, the Crabshell is gloriously situated on the quayside with stunning views over the Salcombe estuary. It has a wide and varied menu, seafood being a speciality, and its waterside patio is a perfect place for al fresco dining.

200-year-old hostelry at the top of the town, that has been run by the same licensees since the early 1990s, and is well known locally for its simple home cooked meals. It is a single bar pub with a separate dining area and pleasant courtyard garden, that includes a covered smoker's retreat. Occasional mini beer festivals are held.

Popular locals pub that shows a broad range of major sporting events. There's a pool table and dart board. The pub has benefited from a redecoration both inside and out in 2022

Created from the Regal Cinema in 1978, this family run establishment provides a welcoming atmosphere for locals and tourists alike. With facilities such as 2 pool tables, a full sized snooker table, darts, live entertainment at the weekend, breakfasts, lunches and bingo there is something for everyone.

This pub/restaurant, just off the A380 as you approach Kingskerswell from Newton Abbot, was previously a listed farmhouse. The restaurant specialises in locally sourced fresh food. Externally it has a large car park and a patio area with 3 bench tables outside the main entrance. There is also a large garden with further bench tables, which is accessed to the right, through the bar and restaurant.

On the A380, at the southern end of the village, this spacious Buccaneer Inns pub is popular with with locals for its daily carverys. Its name is derived from the fact that 40 years ago, there was a Greyhound Stadium on the opposite side of the road. It has a large carpark and a very pleasant garden at the rear, with around a dozen varying size tables, together with a childrens play area. Food is served 12-2.30 and 6-9.30

This freehouse is a single bar pub with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and is very much a locals pub, having changed little in the past 40 years. In the 19th-century, the pub is recorded as being a 'Beerhouse' owned by William Mortimore, who also owned the village's brewery and 9 other pubs. There is a car park to the left of the premises, together with an extensive garden at the rear. Much of the garden is canopied, you can practice your Table Football skills and watch sport on TV. There are three handpumps on the bar with a rotation of approximately 12 differing ales from mainly South-west breweries such as Dartmoor, Exmoor, Hunters and Teignworthy, to name just a few. Traditional ciders from Bridge Farm and / or Thatchers are also available. Although they don't do food, they boast 27 different types of crisps!

In the old part of the village, beside the mill stream, this family run pub has beamed ceilings, both painted and timber panelled walls and an old stone fireplace, that now has a woodburner within. Outside it has both tables at the front of the property, and in a pleasant flowered garden at the rear, which also houses a sheltered smoking area. New licensees in April 2024

This club has lots going on with 2 snooker tables, 2 lane skittle alley for hire, pool team and 2 darts teams looking for new members.

This pub/restaurant is on the northern bank of the Teign estuary, with views down the river to Teignmouth. The pub draws its name from 'taking passage', a ferry plyed across the river from here. The original inn still stands, but is now only used for functions and music evenings.Today's pub is a modern 'build on' to the old skittle alley and storage building on the opposite side of the carpark. The majority of the buliding is given over to dining, with only a small 'snug bar' comprising of 5 stools at the bar, seating with two tables and a dartboard. Externally there is a canopied patio, together with bench tables on the grass beside the river bank. The house ale is 'Passage Boat Bitter', from the Otter Brewery. The inn is part of the Passage House Hotel, which is 100 yards back up the lane.

Originally a petrol station and transport cafe on the old A380, this spacious and friendly St. Austell Brewery pub has a long bar, log fires, restaurant and function room. Externally it has a large car park and both patio and garden areas, together with a children's play area. Under new management since September 2018, the landlord is focusing on the food side of the business and the menu features an everyday carvery, plus a range of home-cooked, popular pub classic dishes. There is a discount of 20% on food for Over 55s Mondays to Fridays.

Tucked away beside the church and very close to the Dartmouth Steam Railway terminal, this 15th-century pub is a focus for the village and has a welcoming atmosphere. A dining room that leads off from the horseshoe shaped bar has beautiful views from the window table and the outside patio of the River Dart and Dartmouth. Log fires and nautical memorabilia add to its charm. A minimum of four beers are available in winter, more in summer. During the peak season the pub is open until 11pm seven days a week. New licencees from 6th March 2023

A most friendly, small, cosy and comfortable pub in the lanes between Ashburton, Buckfastleigh and Staverton, that has a very good reputation for its home cooked meals, which comprise meats and poultry that are mainly locally reared where possible, together with mostly locally grown vegetables. It has pleasant decking area with picnic tables at the front of the premises, with a car park on the opposite side of the road. Re-opened in April 2018 after refurbishment.

A popular and traditional roadside Devon pub with log burners. Tastefully renovated by current new owners. Plenty of tables and seating. Bar open all day, everyday. A freehouse with local real ales including Dartmoor, Teignworthy and Hunters breweries. Three or four ales on tap. Good award winning food with a reputation of the place to eat. During summer months on weekdays food is available until 3pm at lunchtime and from 5pm during the evening. Best locally sourced ingredients from land to sea. Good home cooked dishes with a varied menu and special offers on weekdays. Outside seating and B&B available.

Originally a farmhouse, it was bought by William Mortimore in 1862 for furtherance of the sale of his own beers, Mortimore being the owner of the a brewery in Kingskerswell. Re-opened 11th May, 2017, under new ownership after a complete refurbishment. Changed hands in 2020 Discount of 50p on cask ales Monday and Tuesday. Bike Night on Wednesdays monthly in the summer the profits to charity.

Thatched and dating from the 15th-century, this friendly family run pub is in the centre of the village, near the village cross and opposite the Parish Church. It has a traditional snug bar, with beams, granite flooring and a log fire in winter. To the rear - formerly the old railway station waiting room - is a light and airy dining area, leading to a cottage garden which is ideal for alfresco dining in the warmer months. There are also bench table seats in the floral garden at the front of the pub.

Locally known as the 'Lizzie', parts of this pub-restaurant date from the 16th-century. Originally a two bar pub, it has been tastefully altered into a light, L-shaped bar covering the two now adjoining rooms. In what was originally the public bar, the old painted stone and timber panelled walls are adorned with photographs and prints of 'F1' racing cars. Externally there is a floral beer garden with a covered smokers retreat and a large car park. Although no real ciders are available on draught, bottled ciders from Reddaways farm in the village and Milltop Orchard in Combeinteignhead are on offer.

The Thatched Tavern is a family owned free house , fully refurbished following a fire in September 2019. Nestled in the village of Maidencombe, just up from the beach, this is a real gem of a pub and the building dates from the 17th Century. The real ales are sourced from local breweries and a real cider is often available. The food offering ranges from Pizzas at weekends, to a full a la carte offering with extensive wine list, so something for everyone and everyone is made to feel welcome.

A major refurbishment a couple of years ago has now turned this old pub into more of a pub/restaurant, serving a good mix of home cooked pub grub and fine cuisine. The main bar/restaurant area has a wood burner, whilst the smaller cosy bar has a blazing open fire in winter. The Old Inn closes on Mondays out of season but in the holiday season is open all day, every day from 9am.

Spacious local village inn with a warm welcome and friendly atmosphere. Located within Dartmoor National Park, the pub has a large open-plan, L-shaped bar with plenty of seating, including alcoves. There is a separate long dining room, which can also be used for functions. It has a selection of local real ales on offer and has frequently featured in the GBG. There is a book exchange scheme in operation. Sam’s Cider is sold. Accommodation available. The current owners were previously at the Cromwell Arms in Bovey Tracey for 11 years. A full refurbishment was carried out during lockdown.

Delightful 15th-century Grade ll listed pub that overlooks the village cricket field. It was the first pub in Devon to be listed in the Michelin Pub Guide. The interior comprises five areas: the Public Bar, Dining Room, Sanctuary, Oven Room and Gallery Restaurant. It features beamed ceilings, exposed stone walls and a open fireplace with inset log burner. Outside there is a large and sunny terraced garden.

Historically the building was used as a court house and meeting house, but today this popular village pub is well known for its steaks served in the evenings. One real ale is available from Timothy Taylor brewery with an additional guest ale on Friday and Saturday evenings.

In the centre of the town, the inn is reputed to have a family of ghosts living within its walls. Its single bar has rustic charm mixed with modernity - settles and tables, stools at the bar counter, together with sofas and wood burners. Its two spacious dining rooms have flagstone floors, coupled with a Mediterranean style courtyard garden. Food is available lunchtime and evenings although only a pizza menu is available on Sunday and Monday evenings. This pub is an ongoing project for its owners, and it is hoped provide accommodation in the not too distant future. Takeaways available.

A Grade 2 listed building dating back to 1639, this 3-star hotel on the crossroads in the centre of the town, was previously an 'old posting house'. It has a single bar snug with 3 handpumps, an open fireplace and 5 tables. To the rear of the snug is the old courtyard, with its arched entrance. Here, there are parasolled bench tables, together with a bench either side of the arch. The hotel's website is regularly updated with a list of the ales currently available. Sold after a short period of closure in February 2024. The Jackson family acquired the historic White Hart Hotel on 7th February. It was temporarily closed for refurbishment and recently reopenedl. The Jacksons intend to bring high standards of refurbishment and customer service honed at their previously hotel, the famous Jamaica Inn on Bodmin Moor, that they owned and ran for 8 years until August 2022.

Bar and upstairs Lounge for 25+ open 7 days a week from early evening through until 2am. You can hire their function room, 'the Lounge,' for free for wedding receptions, birthday parties etc.

Forde Hall is a members club A Family and Social club with a large and newly refurbished function room for hire. Skittles teams, darts teams, live bands A fully stocked members bar open to new members all year round! Now offer one changing real ale.

A 1960s purpose built pub, it has a single long bar area with a separate dining room, pleasant terrace beer garden and a large car park at the rear. The pub holds regular events, including beer and cider festivals, usually with local bands playing in the evening. Regular beers are augmented from breweries in the South West, in particular, Teignworthy and Dartmoor. Serving the local village, it is easily accessible on the No.70 bus from Newton Abbot town centre, with a half hourly daily service until 18:30 and hourly on Sundays and evenings, with the last bus back into town at 23:16 from Gaze Hill.

An atmospheric micropub based in the old Tuckers Maltings bottle shop. The decor is industrial and the furniture is basic wooden tables and benches. There is a good beer garden upstairs and out at the back of the building where you can sit and watch the trains going in and out of Newton Abbot railway station. Bottled beers are still sold with craft and real ales. Beer and conversation prevail.

A roomy and slightly old fashioned members only club with lots of pub amusements, skittles, pool, darts and cards. All real ales are from localish breweries. Open to all by invitation.

Located in the former Rockheys Department Store, this friendly and spacious JD Wetherspoons has a long bar with 10 hand pumps serving 3 permanent beers and 7 changing local beers. Open for breakfasts from 8am with alcohol available from 9am. A large tabled verandah at the front of the pub serves as a smoking area. There is a dedicated disabled toilet on the ground floor. A recent addition is the well stocked Bottle Shop serving a range of local beers and craft ales from around the world.

With its thick stone walls, parts of this Grade ll Listed building date from the latter part of 17th century, and it is adjacent to the towns cattle market, hence the sculptured animal heads on the the pubs flank wall. It's U-shaped bar counter covers what was originally three seperate rooms, now partially open plan, save that the right hand room has had only its door removed, creating a quieter 'snug' area. Internally, there are a couple of gaming machines, a quiz machine, two pool tables and a juke box, with a covered outside smokers area. Traditional Thatchers cider is drawn by handpump.

A modern cafe bar, the interior decor is fairly dark but there are plenty of outside tables. Overlooks Newton Abbot's historic clock tower. Reopens after a fire on 16th December 2022

New bar opened on 8th June 2024 Sister bar to The Upside Bar in Paignton Newton Abbot's new micropub near the railway station (rail information board in the pub). Food takeaways welcome from the local takeaway alley. Decorated with brewery memorabilia. Up to 16 craft beers available plus 5 ciders.

Colloquially known as the the Little House or 'First & Last'. This single bar pub, has two etched glass windows to the right of the entrance that are of interest, as they refer to the now defunct Starkey Knight and Ford brewery, with the addition of the wording 'Gold Medal Ales' and 'Tiverton Ales' respectively. With its beamed ceilings, simply decorated, and furnished with an assortment of tables and seating, it retains an air of relaxing homeliness. Food available breakfast 10 to 1 on Saturdays and Sunday roasts 12 to 3. New owner November 2021 New manager June 2023 Sunday Quiz night

Thatched Dartmoor inn situated in this idyllic village with its ancient parish church and tree lined village green. The pub has a 15th-century arched door frame, oak doors, low ceilings with beams, open fireplaces and a grandfather clock built into a wall. Although the pub had a serious fire in January 2016, it has been rebuilt, and re-opened in December 2017. Beers are served straight from the cask.

Traditional dining pub that is housed in a 15th-century building that was originally a barn. It has a long bar with a seperate restaurant, although food (including nibbles and lite bites) is available in the bar. Recently redecorated, it has comfy chairs throughout. There is also a spacious garden for alfresco dining in the warmer months. The Blagdon Inn is part of Devon Hills Holiday Park in Paignton,

Historically the London Inn, the building is late 18th-century and Grade ll listed with a ground floor interior consisting of three rooms that have been altered to create a single bar pub. It has a brick fireplace with cast iron grate, a couple of beer barrels used as tables, upholstered wooden settles etc, together with both a pool table and dartboard. An interesting collection of old cigarette cards adorn the walls. Popular live music venue.

Very sociable Bar and Social Club with loads going on. Low cost membership and good priced ale.

Currently the only real ale pub on Preston sands seafront. It has a small car parking area adjacent to its beer garden, together with a canopied patio with wooden benches. A light and bright pub on two levels with the higher level having a kitchen and dining area, and the main bar area on the lower, which also has a pool table, dartboard and a couple of plasma screens. Closes Wednesdays in the winter.

Just ten minute gentle stroll from the pier and beach, this large pub overlooks the harbour. It has two bars with pool tables and darts, together with a function area. There is also a roof terrace that affords very good views of the harbour, beach and across the bay to Torquay. Refurbished July 2020

A gem of a traditional town centre pub nicely situated on the main street, closely located to the bus and railway stations and only five minutes from the beach. Boasting an impressive long bar with ample seating, including a pleasant covered seating area at the front. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming with very reasonably priced beers on handpump. There are three regular beers, one guest beer and Sam’s traditional cider on the 5th, plus various bottles and polyboxes. Home-cooked, reasonably priced food is served every day until 9 pm, and there is a highly regarded roast on Sundays. Families are welcome until 10 pm with free Wi-Fi, and dogs are welcome with treats usually on the bar.

Emphasis here is definitely Social. This elderly building used to be the local Ex-Service Mens’ Club. The club consists of a small bar area after the entrance and a much larger entertainment Lounge with a small Stage and a Snooker room off to the rear. This is a CIU affiliated Members only club but guest are admitted for £1 on members sign-in. Only 8 guest entries per person before membership is required at £18 for a year, all membership starts in January.

Previously known as the Black Horse and more recently The Cork & Bottle, this single bar pub become a free house offering 2-3 guest ales each week alongside a permanent ale, however since 2021 real ales have not been available.

Situated in Paignton Harbour and above the Paignton Amateur Rowing Club boathouse is a bar serving real ale that is open to visitors.

This club is resident in a very old building and there has been a private members club in these premises since 1885! The site is tardis-like in as much as the small frontage hides much inside. The entry brings you into the Coverdale Bar and leads through to a spacious Palace Lounge. Upstairs there is a snooker room with 3 snooker tables and a sports room that is used for the Bridge Club and Euchre games. There is also a Restaurant area here, though food is only available from 12-2pm. CAMRA members can gain admission by showing their membership card. Branch's Club of the Year 2022.

The Preston Conservative Club is a members only club, visiting members are welcomed on production of a valid ACC Inter-affiliation card. The lounge area here is large and comfortable and with chesterfield sofas abounding. The facilities here include 3 snooker tables and the club is looking to install BT Television for sporting events. Club prices apply to makes the beverages more attractive and there is currently a drive to enrol more members.

Former hotel that is now part of the 'Sizzling Pubs' brand selling food all day, including various 'meal deals' that make the reasonably priced food even cheaper. Breakfast is available from 9am to noon Friday to Sunday. It has an open plan interior with a single bar counter, the left hand area of the room being comparable with a public bar with pool table, dart board and flat screen TV. The right hand side is essentially for diners. Recently had renovation work done throughout.

A late Victorian property that was once two guesthouses, situated half way between the railway station and the beach. It is now a Wetherspoons, and opened in 2010. It is essentially one large room on two levels with adequate comfortable seating and dark wood panelling, with the usual offering of framed local history and people. It has a tabled pavement area at the front of the premises, together with a small decking area overlooking a park at the rear. It was extended and refurbished in 2024.

Bar converted from a shop. 12 Craft beers, 2 Real Ales, 3 Real Ciders and all the usual wines and spirits.. Live train departures board. Opened on 15/11/2023

The White Rock takes its name from the surrounding industrial area on the edge of Paignton, and the new homes that are going up nearby. Primarily for the Premier Inn residents, this hostelry is also popular as a steak house for many of the Paignton locals. Modern inside with booths and window seats it is definitely more restaurant than pub. The staff are friendly and the fare reasonably priced.

A 700 year old Grade ll listed pretty roadside pub, on the main road between Ashburton and Princetown. There are two small rooms other than the bar, one being a cosy dining room and the other having a huge table that seats 12. It has oak panelling and old beams throughout, and there is a large bullet hole that is reputedly made by a Roundhead's musket. It is said the the devil once visited this pub, on his way to Widdecombe-in-the-Moor, to collect souls. The pub's opening hours are extended in the Summer months to 11-11 Monday to Saturday.

A Grade II listed 16th-century free house situated in a small village near Totnes has bags of 'old-worlde' charm. The friendly pub has two real fires and serves good quality food in its recently refurbished restaurant. Jail Ale is a regular beer; often alongside another Dartmoor beer and one guest beer. Bulkamore's prize winning cider is produced just 1 mile from the pub. The pub has a beer garden and large car park. They make fresh Pizzas in a real wood burning, outdoor pizza oven most Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, weather permitting. They can be eaten in or taken away.

Grade 2 listed building dating from 1749, that is a Palmers Brewery house. This waterside location provides superb views over the estuary to East Portlemouth and, in consequence, the patio can be very busy during fine weather. Currently closed on Wednesdays

A town centre pub with a main bar that maintains a traditional feel about it. The Miltons operate a seafood restaurant and wine merchant in Salcombe and previously ran an Ei Publican Partnerships site in the town for many years. A recent refurbishment features a revamped bar and terrace and a new kitchen. The upstairs restaurant has a terrace and offers locally sourced seafood, while the downstairs restaurant and bar will focus on traditional pub classics.

New England style, boutique hotel set in arguably the county's finest coastal location.

On the edge of Dartmoor, this pub reopened after it was bought by four locals who drank at the pub prior to its demise. It was renovated and updated, and has an L-shaped main bar with plenty of seating in a long alcove to one side, with a conservatory open to the pub at the other. There is a friendly atmosphere, and good local food is served together with local Thompstones cider. One of the guest beers is from Hunter’s. Accommodation is available. Opening hours are extended in the summer and are generally midday to midnight on bank holidays.

A self catering holiday park situated alongside the River Teign. Open March to November Non-residents are welcome to enjoy the Boathouse Restaurant and Day Passes are available for the indoor heated swimming pool and Breakers Club

On the opposite side of the road to its pleasant beer garden and the beach, this is busy single bar pub with a restaurant upstairs. The bar area is long and narrow, with beamed ceilings, full and half height timber panelling, an old Victorian cast iron fireplace that warms the pub in winter, and interesting photographs of the village in bygone days. The nearby Foot Ferry is supposedly the oldest in England.

Overlooking the Teign estuary, this Georgian property built in 1810 is on the outskirts of the village and is just twenty yards from the tunnel that leads down to the secluded Ness beach. Real ales are from the Badger range. Breakfast is served until 10am, coffee and cakes are served from 9am-noon, and main meals are served from noon onwards. The outside drinking area has fine views northwards across the mouth of the Teign estuary and along the coast.

Set back from the road at the end of a terrace, this pub dates back to the shipyard days of Ringmore. The only remaining signs of that industry is the old slipway behind the pub along the seawall. The pub itself has 2 cosy bars heated by open fires in the winter. Four real ales are on offer and good home cooked pub food is served. There's a pleasant walled garden to the rear - a mere stones throw from the Teign estuary and the Templar Way, which links Haytor with Shaldon and Teignmouth. The large garden was refurbished in 2020 and new under cover all weather heated seating installed. Closed for October, 2022 reopened 11th November with a new management team. Asian cuisine now a speciality.

Splendid 14th Century village pub deep in the South Hams countryside only half mile from Slapton beach boasting flower filled garden in summer with patios at rear and open fire in the winter. WWII evacuation photographs adorn the walls depicting local life and history. An extensive menu is available with daily specials, chef is known for his home-made pies, in winter, Sunday roasts are popular (booking advisable). A takeaway food service is available. Children and dogs are also very welcome.

A traditional Devon village pub, parts of which date back to medieval times, and features a large inglenook fireplace. It has a cosy and genuine welcoming atmosphere. It includes 4 B&B en-suite rooms and attached to the pub is the 'Stables' which serves breakfasts and snacks in the mornings. Takeaways available.

Situated in the picturesque village of South Pool, most of this 17th-century pub's trade in the summer comes from walkers and boaters using the tidal South Pool Creek. The courtyard is covered by a canopy, and Aylesbury ducks swim by the rear terrace. Re-opened on 29th July 2020 with a new management team Changed hands again in 2021. 2023 a former barn across the road converted to provide serviced accommodation for guests, named in recognition of our unique South Hams location. Land & Sea can be booked as a whole for larger groups of up to eight people or as two separate cottages (Land and Sea), each sleeping four people in two ensuite bedrooms.... Winter hours commence 18th September"

Idyllic, traditional 15th-century Devon inn set in the beautiful Dart Valley, just three & a half miles from Totnes. The public bar is rustic and quintessential old coaching inn, with the lounge bar having a log fire in winter and also being used used by those who would rather dine less formally than in the restaurant. There is also a conservatory, patio garden with al fresco dining in the warmer months, and a small tabled patio at the front of the pub. A new licensee reopened the pub in August 2019

Opposite the village church, on the South West Coastal Path and half a mile from Blackpool Sands, there has been a building on the site since the 12th Century. The cosy bar, a focus for the village, features a large log burning open fire. The bar, adjacent restaurant and kitchen were refurbished in 2018. The background music is subdued, there are no gaming machines or TV screens, except for Six Nations rugby. Local legend suggests there is a tunnel underneath the floor to the nearby beach and, some say, a ghost. One photo is of three landlords of the Green Dragon. They are L to R: Peter Crowther 1992-2018; Alan Jones current; Steve Hele Late 1980s to early 1990s; The garden benefited from landscaping in April 2021 and the addition of an outside bar. Takeaways available during food service times. Currently closed Monday & Tuesday lunchtimes

The Castle has an interesting past that only a few of the older locals know. It was a Vicarage, Nightclub, hospital in the Great War and then as most of the South coast a Holding base during second war. This cheerful local pub has recently changed hands. Various music and food speciality nights, such as Fish & Fizz, are advertised on their Facebook page and a loyalty card is offered to regulars. There is an excellent beer garden with wonderful views. Please note that the pub is closed Mon lunchtimes.

This 13th-century thatched pub, with its black timber beams, inglenook fireplaces, thick stone walls with upholstered window seats, old timber settles, and upholstered benches, was built by the Church to offer food and rest to the weary traveller. It has a separate restaurant area with a quality menu, using locally sourced produce. At the rear of the pub, over the stream is a pleasant beer garden and adjacent car park. Takeaways are available 6:00-8:00pm. Please telephone before 6:00pm to order your takeaway.

Attractive pub/restaurant in the middle of the village, adjacent to the village church and close to the bus route. The current landlady took over in October 2018. It was completely refurbished and reopened in May 2019 with a new layout featuring Oak floors and furniture. The pub is adjacent to the village community field which has a children's play area. Meal times may vary in winter. The Church House Inn is a sister pub to the Cricket Inn in nearby Beesands.

Tucked away just off the the main coastal road and by the village green, this traditional, turn of the 14th-century, friendly pub is very welcoming. Black beams, bar stools, and small tables and chairs resting in alcoves greet you. A wood-burning stove keeps customers warm in winter. Major fire devastated the pub and four adjoining cottages on the night of 26/27 September 2021 August 2022: Rebuilding the Grade II listed pub and the cottages next door started. Completed April 2024, now reopened.

A two level grade II listed pub, with roomy bar on road side with wooden floors. Steps to half floor lead to a balcony with lovely views over the sea and large garden with seating. Good sea views from the garden and handy for the South West Coast Path. Reopened, as a free house,on 16th October 2020 following a long closure. It is now a community pub run by the village. South Hams DC have granted a further 5 year ACV New kiddies play area completed in early 2021

Grade II listed building in the town's Teign Street Conservation area, and opposite the entrance to the docks. It has previously been voted South Devon CAMRA Town Pub of the Year. It is the town's premier Real Ale Pub with eight hand pumps, six of which are dedicated to constantly varying beers. Two pumps serve varying traditional ciders from Ashbridge, Sandford Orchards, etc. At the side and rear of the premises is an excellent outdoor drinking area.

Pleasant and friendly town centre pub with 5 rooms available. Quiet and relaxing, having retained it's 1960's/70's decor. Food on Thursday evenings needs to be booked in advance and Sunday roasts are available 12-3pm. The rear garden is a pleasant surprise.

Wetherspoon pub that opened for business on 21 July 2015. The building was purpose built as a supermarket in the 1970s. Previous to that it was the site of Sidney Croydon’s Printing and Publishing Works. He also owned the steam laundry next door and Henrietta Paddon worked in the steam laundry in the early 1900s. In 1925, her husband teamed up with Commander EG Martin to win the first 600-mile Fastnet Race in the gaff-rigged pilot cutter Jolie Brise. She is the only vessel to have won the race three times. Prior to opening as a Wetherspoon the building underwent a complete refurbishment and the rear was rebuilt. An extensive range of real ales, ciders and craft beers are available along with a whole host of other drinks. Food is available throughout the day and evening. There's a pleasant outdoor seating area on the first floor.

Friendly town centre pub between the railway station and the seafront and very near the bus bays. It has unusual etched table tops and a hidden garden with a canopy covered area for smokers. Quiz night is Monday and live music every Saturday. Bar snacks and rolls are available and there is a Sunday roast 12-3pm.

A friendly local situated on the New Quay beach. It is alongside the historic New Quay, which was built in 1821 to tranship granite carried by the Hay Tor granite tramway, Stover Canal and Teign estuary, to ships, for building works in London (London Bridge being one) and elsewhere. The pub, previously called the Newfoundland Fishery, dates from the 17th century. It is open all day, with open mic night on Tuesdays and live bands usually on Fridays & Saturdays.

Located down a side street just off the main sea front. The Ship has an outside drinking area backing onto the back beach overlooking the estuary towards Shaldon, with views west towards Haytor on Dartmoor. The start/end of the Templar Way, linking Haytor with Shaldon and Teignmouth is marked by a stone adjacent to the outside drinking area. Many a happy hour can be spent here watching dogs on the beach and boats bobbing about on the river. The back beach also plays host to several music events throughout the year including an annual music festival over the August Bank Holiday weekend. The pub has a good mix of locals and tourists, and can get busy at times. They host a pub quiz every Thursday evening. The staff are friendly and helpful. Bar snacks/meals are available at lunchtimes and evenings, and there is also an upstairs restaurant.

A typical Golf Club bar, that is generally frequented by members and visiting golfers. Wonderful views over the Teign valley from the terrace. Additional info: I was playing in a golf match and was made very welcomed.

Friendly ex British Legion Club with a strong community feel and you are welcome to sign in and enjoy the facilities. There is also the possibility of longer term temporary membership intended for holiday makers. The past is indicated discretely by regimental plaques/coats of arms along one side. Light and airy and adjoining the promenade with sea views across to the Ness. Separate snooker facilities and an upstairs function room with good quality food at lunchtimes and there are Sunday roasts provided. Bingo is on Tuesday and Sunday nights with a Saturday lunchtime meat draw.

Situated in an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’ and alongside the stunning coastline of Bigbury Bay Thurlestone has a large modern looking clubhouse. As well as golf there are numerous grass tennis courts.

The inn dates back to the 14th century, when it was known as the Fisherman's Arms. Family run for 40 years, it is in a fantastic setting between Slapton Ley and the beach and renowned for its extensive fresh fish menu. Outside seating area with great sea views. Opening times can vary so it is worth checking on their website before you visit. Takeawaya available.

Pub and restaurant on Babbacombe Downs that won the Daily Mirror 'Pub Garden of the Year' for 2013, and has also won 'Torbay in Bloom' awards for 2012, 2013 and 2014. Comfortably furnished and carpeted throughout, the emphasis is on food.

Situated on Torquay seafront, across the road from both Torre Abbey Gardens and the beach, this integral Beefeater and Premier Inn are in the Belgravia Conservation Area of the town. Originally built in 1859 as Belgrave House, it was the first private hotel in Torquay. Breakfasts are served from 6.30-10:30 am weekdays and 7-11am weekends prior to main opening at noon.

This bistro specialising in French classic dishes also has a lively bar serving a couple of real ales. Breakfast is served from 9.30 at weekends. Takeaways available. Real ale now not available in the winter months due to poor sales

Located atop the highest clifftop promenade in England this warm and welcoming, family run, pub has spectacular views across Lyme Bay from both the lounge bar and patio. An extensive and varied menu is served with local seafood specials in the summer and a popular Sunday lunch. Winner of the 2012 St Austell Estates Cask Ale Pub of the Year award. Tribute and HSD always available. Takeaways available. Licensees changed 14th February 2022

A boutique hotel and restaurant located in a superb position on Babbacombe Bay. There is a very steep road down to the hotel where public parking is available. Meals and bar snacks are served in the restaurant and in the extensive gardens overlooking the bay. The Cary Arms is essentially a hotel with a spa and restaurant that serves real ales and ciders.

Friendly and welcoming one bar pub in the heart of the town and elevated above the main street, with a small drinking and smoking area outside. Tuesdays are 'open mike' night and Sundays live music. Some interesting galvanised old advertising signs (Craven 'A' and Aladdin Pink) are on view. Although dogs are welcome, please check first as the landlord also has a dog. One of the few outlets in Torquay serving real cider.

Long standing pub in the community of St Marychurch which has recently opened under new management. One time POTY winner and regular GBG entrant, the Crown and Sceptre closed in 2020 after 40 years under the same family. Now recently refurbished and reopened by Champion Inns Ltd under lease from Stonegate. (EI). The interior has been cleaned and redecorated with the old bar removed and replaced with one in wood. The interior space and bar divisions are unaltered but the chamber pots and some of the other paraphernalia has disappeared. What remains is tastefully displayed and adds to the new atmosphere .On the whole this gives a smart, contemporary pub which retains traditional elements. Both the new licensees and manager have many years’ experience in the licenced trade and have great plans for the pub including a focus on cask ales.

Very pleasant traditional spacious pub in an unspoilt old building that is set in the Shiphay housing area and popular with locals. Wide and varied choice menu, including local specialities, all cooked to order using local produce and, with all meat and fish locally sourced, large portions and reasonably priced. No gaming machines or 'piped muzac', but both darts and euchre are played.

Traditional town pub

Situated close to the harbourside and the shops in both Fleet Street and The Strand, this recently refurbished J D Wetherspoon's has two separate bars with seating on several levels and an upper balcony overlooking the harbour. Children are welcome until 8pm.

An atmospheric pub located in a hidden location close to the marina popular with tourists & locals. The low beamed quirky interior boasts a large restaurant serving a variety of foods for all tastes. The narrow passageway with seating and adorned with flowers provides a perfect location for an al fresco drinking area. Reputed to be Torquay’s oldest pub, around 1540, the pub is a real haven for real ale drinkers.

Traditional pub on corner site with large ornate bar & separate restaurant. Kents is a family friendly pub situated in Wellswood, a leafy suburb about one mile from the centre of Torquay & one third mile from the world famous Kents Cavern. Kents has a first class restaurant serving food throughout lunchtimes & evenings. Four regional real ales plus one guest always available and additionally over 30 gins are permanently stocked. Four regular beers are offered in the holiday season.

Privately owned Sea Front Hotel situated on Torquay's water's edge with sea views over Torbay. The hotel is prime position with direct and private access to the beach, level walk to the town centre and Marina. Bar is open to non-residents.

Located at the eastern end of the pedestrianised St Marychurch precinct. It used to be called The Manor Hotel and then The Manor Pub before being renamed Molloys and old photographs of the original building are displayed in the pub.

Originally a typical 1960s-build roadside pub, with a large function room. Re-opened by Greene King after extensive refurbishment, as the Old Engine House Pub and Carvery on 30th July 2018 Friendly and helpful staff, traditional GK Carvery and full menu, separate Sports Bar and plenty of parking.

Situated in a unique Victorian building accommodating a comfortable club bar, restaurant and a function room available for private hire by non-members. The opening hours are greatly extended while special events are on in the town. Please be aware that on quiet nights the bar may close earlier but will always remain open until at least 20:00. Non yacht club members are only admitted when accompanied by a member.

Members Social Club

Where Coco/Cru Cocktails once resided, with splendid sea views about 20 metres from the beach. It opened on 16th January 2022 and is the taphouse to TQ Beerworks Brewery, Unit 6, Kingswood Court Industrial Estate, South Brent TQ10 9YS, producers of cask and craft keg beers. There is seating for approximately 30 people downstairs, 40 upstairs and 50 outside. There are 10 keg lines & 4 cask lines which are regularly rotated with fresh brews. One is devoted to cider and usually two from TQ and one guest.

A traditional and friendly local, very close to Plainmoor, home of Torquay FC.

Situated on the outskirts of Torquay not far from Torbay Hospital. This food oriented pub is named after one of the last Watson-class sailing lifeboats. Temporarily closed from 4th September 2022 for refurbishment, reopened 17th October 2022 after an extensive refurbishment

Named after the scientist this old-school community pub is 100 yards across the bridge over the river Dart in Bridgetown. Pub teams, live music, culinery and theme nights along with four beer/cider festivals are on offer in the friendly hostelry. The pub is the brewery tap for the Bridgetown Brewery which is an independent business from the pub. It also boasts a cosy beer garden to the rear of the pub which enjoys views over the river Dart

Taproom to the recently opened Copperhead Brewery. Situated in an industrial unit in Totnes

Behind the leaded light windowed facade is a long and narrow single room bar with a raised area at its far end, that is dominated by a pool table. It is essentially a locals pub that is comfortably furnished and has a couple of flat screen TV's on the walls, a gaming machine and a pleasant walled beer garden at the rear. Occasional Beer and Cider festivals are held. Very sports oriented pub with darts and pool teams, and a rowing team.

Prominently situated at the bottom of the main shopping street in Totnes, in the centre of the town, this former coaching house is dog and family friendly. It has 21 rooms, an excellent a-la-carte restaurant, is a wedding venue with two function rooms. The hotel hosts live music every Friday night and also has plenty of seating outside the front of the hotel, where events are also held in the warmer months. Sold to St. Austell Brewery in February 2020.

Popular and quirky brew pub serving an eclectic range of beers with staff that are enthusiastic and knowledgeable about beer. Founded in 2014, after combining the Castle Inn & The Barrel House, The Totnes Brewing Co. was born. There are now three fermenters, brewing 250 litre batches. The beer range, which is constantly changing, generally includes at least one of the ales brewed on the premises on hand pump, among the other guest ales on up to seven other pumps. There is also a good range of key keg ales. Take-away food may be brought in.

In a superb location adjacent to Totnes bridge and on the banks of the River Dart, it has a large partially covered alfresco drinking and dining area. Breakfasts are served from 9am, followed by lunch, afternoon teas and dinner. Also, you can just simply drop in for a coffee or a beer on its own, or choose to have either a pizza or burger as well. Menu specialities include fresh local fish and seafood, together with 21 day aged West Country steaks. Breakfasts are served from 9am-11am. Changed ownership November 2023

Researchers contend that a 9th-century Devon 'longhouse' existed on this site before a more modern re-build in the 13th century. Originally a farmhouse beside a stream, with its own well, it was only converted into a pub and restaurant in 1982, and is most probably the finest example of a 'longhouse' to a pub conversion in the South Devon area. The interior is on three separate levels, the lower level being the the main entrance foyer with the restaurant/function room and toilets with easy disabled access. The bar is accessed by 3 steps. This historic pub changed hands in August 2018.

18th-century riverside pub, restaurant and B&B located on Bow Creek in the Dart Valley. Once owned by Keith Floyd, the TV chef, the pub has lots of character and serves good Westcountry ales in a friendly pub within a picturesque setting. The restaurant specialises in locally caught fish. Breakfast is served from 8:30 to 10. Fish & Chips and Burgers are available to takeaway. Under new ownership and management from 1st July 2017

Nicely modernised and redecorated after years of neglect but now a good place to eat and drink in a small village in the South Hams"

Originally a late 18th-century farmhouse, it became a public house in 1810. Completely renovated over lockdown and re-opened as the Charlton in November 2021, a free house. with a cosy traditional village pub atmosphere. It has retained its 18th Century feel with flag stone floors and original oak bar and furniture.

Set in the heart of Dartmoor and in the centre of the village opposite St. Pancras church and the National Trust shop, this lovely old pub was built by the masons working on the church in the 14th century. A little like 'Tardis', the inn is much larger inside than it appears. It is a pub for all seasons. Sit outside in the large garden with its flowing stream, ponds and smokers gazebo in the summer, or enjoy the log fires when the weather turns cold. The central part of the building is over 600 years old, with its thick stone walls and oak timber beams, whilst the old stables are now the restaurant. Closing time may vary according to the time of year.

Originally a drovers 'stop-over' between Ashburton and Newton Abbot, it is now a popular pub/restaurant that is approximately 1.5 miles off the A38. New ownership from 14th December 2019