Did the 13 Tors day hike for Marie Curie Charity. Amazing views and people! Just need to prep gear, snacks, take all your rubhish with you, observe the byelaws and remember to use toilets!

Spectacular place, so much to see and do, if you like Tors, desolate moors, valleys with trees, reservoirs, lakes, streams, rivers and woods, then this is the place for you. Wonderful to see all the Dartmoor ponies and foals, cattle and sheep roaming free. Loads of walks from easy, to moderate, to hard ones, so many different Tors to see.. Lots of cycling tracks, and areas to go horse riding. The scenery is breathtaking. Plenty of pubs along the route to stop at for food and drink. Places to stop for picnics as so many car parks all over the moors. Stunning little villages around too. Well worth a visit.

Every time I visit England, I always love going back to Dartmoor. I first came here as a child, and it’s just as beautiful now as I remember. The hikes are great, whether you want an easy walk or something more challenging, and the scenery is stunning. Seeing the wild ponies and the wide open moors always makes it feel special. It’s one of those places I never get tired of visiting.

I love this place with all my heart. I’ve walked across the moors countless times, and every time I go, it’s better than the last. Standing on top of Haytor Rocks feels like nature itself is running through my body like lightning.

Wild, slightly windswept, exposed, grassy, treeless, and a lot of cute horses. Reminds me a lot of Forest of Bowland in Lancashire, but of course, with the granite, it is its own beast. The views are expansive, and it shuttles you between a handful of high, bumpy plateaus, then short fast dips into verdant hedgerowed hamlets, then back into windswept plateaus again. Perfect countryside for bike riding, and hopefully the suggested speed limits on the road are adhered to, as the straight roads do seem to encourage wild driving at times. I love the big descent down Pork Hill to Tavistock, and the one down to Exeter - and of course they are for great ascents too, nice and steady. Come to see the cute Dartmoor Ponies too - they’re very short and quite timid, like Shetlands without the attitude problems. but treat them with care, they still need to feel wild, not domesticated.

Bleak desolate and absolutely stunning! My first visit as a teenager; Dartmoor near Okehampton… it has pulled me back my whole adult life, my favourite place to hike! It has everything. It’s peaceful, interesting and makes you want to keep going back for more. It has a wealth of interesting things to see, old ranges, rock formations and plenty of wildlife. You can hike for days and still be just as blown away by the scenery. At certain times of the year you might even spot a few Army cadets from the local camp dotted around the area. If you’re looking for somewhere to hike, unwind and take a breath this area definitely doesn’t disappoint!

Dartmoor is a wonderful National Park to visit, just to look or walk. So much history. We are so lucky to have this on our doorstep. A great place to cycle, motorcycle, or even drive your car. Remember to bring protective clothing if you plan on walking, as the weather can change dramatically in little time. Enjoy seeing the wild ponies, but remember to never feed them, this encourages them onto the roads and increases the chances of accidents. Please also remember that the speed limit is 40mph, and for good reason. By far the majority of people adhere to the limit, but a few don't.

We love this place. The views from the yol are spectacular on a clear day. The climb is relatively easy because there are steps cut into the rock. Great car park and an easy climb. Ice creams and a toilet plus Visitor centre close by too.

Experienced the changing weather conditions on The Moors in our visit, rain, fog, wind and sunshine, but when the sun shone the views were amazing. Saw sheep and cows grazing in the open. The rocks are spectacular and a good part of a Moors hike

Well worth a visit Make sure to take a warm coat as even on a sunny day it can be a bit blustery at the top. Sturdy shoes with good grip on the soles also a good idea. The view from the top makes it worth the climb

Great place to walk. Some may not be able to walk to it as it can be a tad steep for little one or those who struggle to walk. There are horses and cows on the field. It’s not a far walk from the car park which is free parking until 10am. I wouldn’t recommend climbing the rocks unless you’re confident and it’s dry.

Impressive in itself and with stunning views out to the sea. Windy! One of the better gift shops at such sites. Some parking sites require payment, some don't.

Beautiful iconic symbol of Dartmoor giving stunning views of the Moorland and the Devon countryside. Haytor rocks are truly timeless and offer a dramatic backdrop to an excursion on foot or by car. Popular spot for observing the night sky due to the lack of light poloution, especially for photogaphing lunar eclipses and the occasional glimpse of the aurora borealis or noctilucent clouds.

Lovely place, you can climb the rocks and see a spectacular view. Just dont camp up there as your tent might blow away!

A wonderful place to visit if you like Steam Trains. A pleasant ride and experience. We did not book and there was plenty of seats as there were several carriages. The museum has plenty of exhibits to look at. The shop is big and they have a large cafe. Great selection of tasty treats though note it's card only. Parking was not too bad.

A wonderful heritage steam railway line with a brilliant and well stocked model shop at Buckfastleigh Station. The volunteers and staff were friendly and knowledgeable. They helped people on and off the train with a smile. I enjoyed having a walk around the station, yard and the small museum at Buckfastleigh. The steam train ride to Totnes was a gentle trundle through the countryside pulled by a GWR Pannier tank loco and along the river Dart. A really enjoyable day out, if you're in the area check it out. I loved it but I do love trains!

Lovely day out on this heritage railway with views along the Dart Valley. Interesting exhibits at all 3 stations and a nice cafe and gift shop at Buckfastleigh. All the volunteers had smiles on their faces and clearly enjoyed what they were doing. Not a criticism but a suggestion, there was little or no signage at Buckfastleigh to direct you to the town centre If anyone wanted to go there. However on the Monday we visited, everywhere except one pub was closed.

Avoiding a wet drizzle day, lovely steam train ride with a mini museum history thanks for our day out...... 🚂 Tip: (if you have BR Pass, need to buy at kiosk as you can't purchase online).... Bacon 🥓 and sausage roll and tea was yummy for this wet day

Wife and I enjoyed the ploughman's lunch which was fantastic. The food was excellent and the service friendly and well orchestrated on the 1hr 30 steam train round trip. You can also use your ploughmans lunch tickets on the line all day. A small museum is worth the visit as well as the shop and cafe.

A lovely trip on along the River Dart on a fabulous steam train. Butterflies and Otters at one end in Buckfastleigh and the Totnes Rare Breeds Farm at the other. Very friendly staff

We visited in the Easter Holidays. We did a round trip and there were plenty of spaces. Cafe, gift shop all well equipped although our sandwiches were a little stale at 12:00. Coffee and ginger bread man on the train were great though from the trolley. Would recommend especially if you have a fan of steam trains! Staff were great also 😄 🚂

Took my granddaughters here last week. They loved being in the butterfly house, especially when the butterflies landed on them and sat on their hands for ages. There are many to see flying in amongst the plants. There are also terrapins and an iguana which is billed as Izzy the green iguana but is bright orange! The otters however were a bit of a disappointment, even at feeding time. The keeper just put the food into the enclosure and it was not easy to see what the otters were doing. The girls got bored with it very quickly and went back to the butterfly house. There is a small cafe outside and you have to show your tickets again to get back in the butterfly house. There are only snacks of pasties or sausage rolls, but they were delicious. Ice creams and beverages also available. There is a larger eatery in the station area. Nice gift shop, lots of things for young ones, but not much for over 10s. Also items for adults. We spent 3 hours there so definitely a place worth visiting for a morning or afternoon but not a whole day.

A fantastic experience for all ages. The butterfly sanctuary is almost unique - there are few places that allow people to walk directly through an open habitat to find what they can. Two warnings - it is significantly more humid than the local area, and it can smell of the ripe/rotting fruit they feed on. The otters are beautiful and clearly well cared for, with platforms for viewing them above ground and in the nests below. I highly recommend arriving for feeding times to receive the guided tour of the different animals and ensure you see them at their most active. The entire experience was delightful and left children with new favourite animals

We booked to be an otter keeper for a few hours. Such a privilege to be up close and feed these beautiful creatures. Would highly recommend this interactive experience of a lifetime. Oh, and the butterfly house was good too.

I was brought an Otter experience for Christmas and it was absolutely brilliant. I don’t want to give too much away; embrace prepping their fish and bird-related feed; learning about the different Otters and then getting very close to a few for an hands on feeding experience. Plus we were introduced to a few other residents too. Still buzzing about it nearly a week on, loved it.

As a family we had an amazing time at the sanctuary, even in the rain. We done the otter experience which we highly recommend and would do again and again. They are adorable! There was a lot more involved in the experience than I thought it would be. Thank you again Lilly, we had an amazing time. The children are already asking to go again.

I am sometimes sceptical of small places but thought I’ll give it a crack. Well worth it. £35 for family of four so not too bad value. Lots of different butterflies and then lots of otters that are so cute. Make sure you stay for feeding and talk by the staff who are all friendly and approachable. Could have sat there all day watching the otters. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in it around the area.

THE most gorgeous family run place. We went for the otter experience where you get to feed them and spend time with them. Highly recommended and like others have said, don’t want to give too much away! Butterfly house was great too. Amazing day 😃

I've been multiple times now but wanted to take some friends who came down to visit for lunch on Friday and the food was spot on. Absolutely delicious. The beetroot creme fraiche dip for the sourdough was absolutely stunning and the rhubarb semifreddo was one of the best desserts I've ever had. I tell everyone about this place.

Loved this field kitchen & it's unique dining experience. All diners are invited to arrive @ 7pm for a 7:30 serving of the exact same dishes. With a focus on vegetarian dishes with a hint of meat it's taster plates were interesting combinations of ingredients & flavours. A varied wine list & range of soft drinks were on offer. The beautiful wooden structure of this gorgeous restaurant lives harmoniously within the rural setting. An inviting outdoor space was available for those warmer days/evenings. Plenty of parking available on site.

What a wonderful experience. We only booked on the day and took a seat outdoors for the evening sitting. The location is lovely and the outdoor area was actually great. It’s not heated but they did explain this over the phone. You get blankets and it’s under cover. The service and food were fantastic. Everyone has the same menu (yes vegetarians are well catered for). The food was well presented, very tasty in a sharing format per table. This informal design adds to the experience. Some interesting soft drinks like shrub and homemade kombucha adorn the menu. We found it to be very good value for money and it’s not hard to see why it’s booked out midweek. Highly recommended but advise you book ahead.

So good, this will probably be the best meal you have in Devon. Incredible value at £34pp for lunch starters, main and dessert. Everything was lovely but the main course lamb we had was spectacular. Lots of different organic veg. Don't miss this incredible place

Excellent service. Phenomenal food. Every plate brought out was delicious. Catered for GF needs and I didn't feel like I 'missed out ' on any course. Everyone is served at a similarish time, has the same food on sharing plates at each table and then a choice of puddings. Vegetables are the stars but lamb was also part of the menu. The food courses flowed seamlessly with perfect gaps to get drinks/let good settle. We loved that you didn't know the menu till you arrived - don't let this put you off. There was also a wonderful selection of drinks to try. I only hope we can one day visit again!

A friend hired the venue for a book launch and it was a lovely setting to celebrate together with family and friends. The service was very good and the food delicious! Easy to access with a car and the car park itself is quite large. The only challenge is accessing with public transport, some Taxi options book up fast so worth looking in advance if required. The gardens and outdoor space is equally as nice as the building nestled in the trees.

Gorgeous food that has come a matter of yards from the fields right next to where you eat. Great service and very reasonable set price menu. Would definitely return if we’re nearby again

We went for a late lunch after a walk in the area. They have 2 dog friendly rooms although we decided to sit outside. I couldn't see any dog bowls but we brought our own so this wasn't an issue. Their slow cooked pork belly was simply delicious, one of the best I have ever had and it was very quick service as well . The cream tea was good as well but living in Devon we have plenty so I think the scone was a bit too much like brioche for my preference. We are definitely returning!

Great food, very good service. One of Dartmoor's best kept secrets.

Excellent food and service. Callum in particular went above and beyond to cater for us and ensured we could drop our bags after a long through hike and booked us in for lunch. The atmosphere is wonderfully cosy with an open fire and wonderful hints to the pub's history. The food was delicious, burgers all round which came quick and hot. I have to say, the triple cooked chips are pretty unforgettable. A pub that's doing it right.

Definitely in my top 10 pubs. Such a lovely atmosphere, situated right on the west dart so ideal for a stop during a days fishing. Great local ales and super friendly staff. I can only imagine that both the rooms and food are fantastic but I am yet to sample either!

Really good place to stop & get some refreshments if your out on Dartmoor, really friendly staff. I had a pasty & a pint which went down well whilst relaxing for a bit by the open fire. Great location & views to, we will definitely visit again if we're out this way again 👍🏻

We went during the week when it was quiet and ate in an alcove of the bar. Even though we were tucked away the service was excellent. The food was beautifully cooked but at the top end of what we would normally pay in local Devon pubs, however this is a hotel in the middle of Dartmoor and we have eaten here before, so the price was expected. This is not somewhere we go that often, due to it being about an hour from us, so we save it for an occasion like a birthday. We do call in quite often if up on Dartmoor for a cream tea, which we think is the best in Devon.

Nice cozy place, lovely service, great food, amazing ambience, loved the working fire places. Collection of clocks is impressive and located between 2 functional bridges is quite a sight. There Soup of day is quite popular, served with nice bread it's quite feast to palate.

Really enjoyed this pub built in 1415. The scenery is lovely and the food was delicious, I had a pizza. Tim, our waiter was fantastic and couldn't have done more. Big selection of drinks, my pint was nice. Pub also has a shop for essentials which was a refreshing change. Useful for the locals. It's dog friendly, massive beer garden which was empty due to not great weather. Dropped 1 star for not having a dedicated smoking area which I would have used to stay away from non smokers. Had a memorable time here and would definitely go back.

Every now and again we pop to Widecombe as we live too far away. It's a beautiful picturesque village in the heart of Dartmoor and at the centre, is the wonderful Old Inn. Food and service are both excellent and having walked through the restaurant this Sunday, I now realise I have to go back and try the carvery. Well worth a visit.

The Old Inn, located in a beautiful village, was a welcome escape. Despite a busy lunch sitting the service was friendly and efficient. As a vegan, I was surprised by the range of options. My vegan pie of the day was delicious, and it was a hard choice with so many other tempting options on the menu. Everyone else in my group opted for the ploughman's, which arrived looking like a proper banquet – generous and impressive. The portion sizes here are excellent value for money. The Old Inn delivered a very satisfying experience; good food, good service, and a lovely setting (the beer garden’s massive too). Definitely a place I’d happily return to.

The Old Inn is a welcoming environment, with AMAZING food! Wait time was good. Highly recommend the cheese and onion Cornish Pasty with triple cooked chips and salad. Absolutely lovely. The man who runs the pub is lovely and knows his stuff. It's nice to see. Dogs are welcome on a lead, they provide doggy treats! Have to love the Aero Pie as well... sounds interesting, but totally worth the try! Special hot chocolate was DIVINE! Sticky Toffee Pudding with Custard was gorgeous. Overall a lovely place indeed.

Fabulous pub, so friendly and the landlord is so passionate about this gem. The work put into the Old Inn since opening 12 months ago is unbelievable. Beautiful location for walking and having lunch. The pub holds a number of events and live music, we were lucky to catch a performance from a local Devon songwriter musician Steve Jenner. What a treat!

Had a very nice lunch here on Bank Holiday Monday. The atmosphere was cosy country pub, just what we were after. Front of house were extremely welcoming and couldnt fault the service. Was great to see how busy it was. We arrived at a good time. If wanting to ensure a table you need to book. Highly recommend the pub and the rack of ribs. Beautifully cooked and fell off the bone. Live music in the garden and folk dancing. The most gorgeous beer garden with outdoor food cabin and bar. Blankets on offer for a chilly afternoon and the Ducks and Chickens were great. Roaming round the garden and clucking made a great atmosphere in the afternoon. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Set in a beautiful village this 14th century pub is a must visit. A wide selection of drink on offer as well as hot food served everyday. Men's Women's and Unisex toilets available. Polite and friendly staff .. the pub had a very relaxed atmosphere. I had the pizza , it was very nice

We visited this place with our 5 year old son and were a bit disappointed that extra attractions, like soft play, were unavailable. We enjoyed the big aquarium and watching the team of reaserchers at the lab. If you have an autistic child like we do I'll advice you to be there first in the morning as it becomes busy later on. The tickets can be used for the whole day which is fantastic as we didn't have a chance to see everything in our first round. Our son just runs like a Flash😆 Lovely, friendly staff. X

A great place to visit for young and old. You can spend a few hours just wandering around at your own pace looking at the vast array of fish, turtles and sharks. My children loved this place. This is my second time here and would definitely return for a third time.

Lots of information and big fish. We took about an hour to go around, we did not read the information boards which could easily add another hour. There are a couple of places to sit and watch which is a pleasant way to spend some time. They offer a year's entry for the price of a day; £26 per adult, which is quite pricey if you only visit once. However visit again within the year and it becomes fantastic value!

I have read the reviews before I went to this aquarium so I knew what to expect. To be honest, the staff are quite friendly and helpful, and I wish I could give it a higher point, but the fish tanks are too small, and the so-called biggest fish tank could have come with a bit more fish or more impressive fish. I think perhaps because the major visitors of this aquarium are kids and their families these days, they stick too many stickers with words and scientific facts on the wall, yet put too few fish to see. The best room is the room with the lecture, the curvy glass helps us to see the animals more clearly. The lecturer was very enthusiastic when she talked about sharks, rays, and the green turtle. I do not mind that they make the Aquarium more educational, but I hope they prioritize the fish rather than people. Whether bigger or smaller fish, they need more space to swim. For the size and the reputation of this museum, they could have done better.

So much too see. There was 2 school parties here when I went and they looked intrigued by the big tank while they were at a talk. I loved it,my daughter in law showed us the way luckily else I'd have been going in circles. Didn't see any seahorses which were there last time and the sharks were not that big but my fave were the mantas and stingrays. There were some really big starfish,a turtle and lots of strange looking fish and anemones. Got a years pass on buying entry tickets so will be returning soon.

Excellent. You get to see so much. You can even go round again and again. The cafe has very limited seating, food looked good but seemed overpriced. Toilets are located throughout. Easy to get round with pushchair, lift however is very small. The view you get of the animals is amazing.

Visited recently and this place truly blew me away. As the UK’s largest aquarium, it effortlessly lives up to the hype with its four themed zones: Plymouth Sound, Eddystone Reef, Atlantic Ocean, and Blue Planet; all packed with vibrant marine life and fascinating exhibits. The Atlantic Ocean exhibit is mind-blowing, housing a colossal 2.5-million-liter tank filled with sharks, rays, and tropical fish, viewed through thick acrylic walls that make you feel submerged. The Ocean Drifters jellyfish display in the Atlantic zone is also stunning; perfect for taking a moment to marvel. Kids (and grown-ups) will love the interactive corners; rock pool touch tanks, storytelling sessions, behind-the-scenes tours, and crafts that bring education to life with fun. I especially appreciated the thoughtful accessibility touches like lowered viewing panels, stools for young visitors, and staff who are knowledgeable and welcoming. Extra perks: a café with harbour views, a lovely on-site gift shop, and seamless entry options (standard and fast-track). Plus, if you nudge the ticket cost with gift aid, you could score a year’s free return visits which is definitely great value for money.

An absolute must-do! Really enjoyed the distilling tour and tasting experience, Kirsty was an excellent guide and kept us entertained and engaged throughout. I will never view or taste gin in the same way, very enjoyable and excellent value for money. Highly recommend!

Another distillery visited. I got my pin badge and a navy strength bottle of gin to go in my bar. Thank you very much. Some great details on the building. Lots of history. Amazingly strong cocktails. Hubby loved the whisky he had in the bar, he wishes he'd of taken the name. If we ever visit Plymough again, we will definitely drop in.

I went on an upgraded masters tour with five friends and family yesterday and it was just exceptional. It's such a fun experience. Our guide Karly was so knowledgeable and engaging. We had a wonderful tour, learnt about the history of gin, had a gin tasting, made our own gin with an amazing array of botanicals to choose from and had two cocktails in the beautiful upstairs bar, which is also steeped in history. A magical day I would highly recommend. What a treat!

Had a fantastic time, lived in Plymouth for a while and was the first time we went on the tour. Kirsty was a brilliant tour guide and made the whole experience memorable. Highly recommended taking the time to visit, you will not be disappointed.

I’d give this a miss. I’ve done a fair few distillery tours and this was by far the worst one I’ve ever been too. It’s relatively informative but the tour guide we had was rough. She basically yelled at us the entire time like she was leading an outdoor river cruise with no microphone. There were “jokes” in the script and it felt almost like she was trained to do a high energy tour, but has been imprisoned here for decades and it has drained all life and energy out of her. So now, she regurgitates the words but emotionless. Like an animatronic animal from an 80s theme park. The tour finished in about 40 minutes. The bar is fit out beautifully and the bartender was lovely. The gift shop was underwhelming and was manned by two ladies in the middle of a d&m and were all consumed. I get that these tours are feeders to buy more stuff (booze, bric-à-brac, etc) but whoever is in charge needs to revamp this entire process.

We had some time in Plymouth, so wanted to do the Distillery Tour, which was really good, an hour with the very entertaining Kirsty, talking us thru the history of Plymouth Gin and the Distillery, very educational learning about the botanicals, then finished off with a refreshing G&T in the bar, well worth the £15

We went on the Upgraded Gin Tour, explaining the history of the building, the distillery and gin in general. Our guid was Karly, who was knowledgeable and enthusiastic throughout. We saw aspects and elements of the process and got to try making our own micro batches of gin, using some of their fantastic supply of botanical. On top of the different samples we tried on the tour there were drinks at the Refectory Bar afterwards. A brilliant day from start to finish!

A Must-Visit National Trust Gem! Buckland Abbey is an absolute treasure — easily one of my favourite National Trust sites to date. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed by friendly and knowledgeable staff who clearly have a deep passion for the place and its incredible history. The highlight for many will be the original Rembrandt self-portrait, which is genuinely awe-inspiring to see in person. But there’s so much more to enjoy — the architecture of the Abbey itself is stunning, with layers of history that transport you back through the centuries, from its monastic beginnings to its connection with Sir Francis Drake. The tithe barn is an architectural marvel and really sets the tone for how well-preserved and presented the whole site is. Outside, the gardens are immaculate, full of colour and variety — especially the roses and well-labelled plants which were in full bloom during our visit. A real haven for plant lovers. We also stopped for a coffee and slice of cake in the café and were not disappointed — excellent quality and a perfect way to round off the visit. This place has it all: art, history, architecture, beautiful gardens, and a warm welcome. Whether you’re a history buff, art lover, or just looking for a peaceful day out in the countryside, Buckland Abbey is a solid 10/10. Highly recommended.

This National Trust location is lovely and quiet. Car parking is free and it's a short downhill walk to the Abbey. There is disability parking closer to the entrance and toilets at the entrance too. I had no idea Sir Francis Drake had owned this place so it was a really interesting place to see. For those interested in art, there is a genuine self portrait of Rembrandt which will sadly be exhibited elsewhere for a while, luckily we saw this on its last day at Buckland. The story of the Rembrandt is interesting as it was sold to the National Trust from a local family wanting to pay off taxes and the family chose the from their own collection their most dislikes pictures, the Rembrandt being one of them. The family had been completely unaware of the significance of this picture as apparently the husband of the family had bought it without acknowledging it's value to his wife. Many years later the National Trust decided to have the picture checked for authenticity, when clarification eventually arrived it became apparent that this was a genuine self portrait from Rembrandt himself. As I said the staff at this location are very knowledgeable. There are fabulous grounds to walk around and a walled garden which is full of great produce. As with all National Trust locations there is a cafe serving all the regular food and drinks and the staff throughout the site are very knowledgeable and polite. Always a worthwhile visit 👍🏻

A lovely place to visit on a sunny day! Friendly staff everywhere and nice facilities. We had a savoury tea before heading off on the red route for a walk. The blue route is currently closed due to storm damage. It’s just so peaceful and relaxing here and not too far out of Plymouth.

What a wonderful place to visit, it is part of the National trust. It is steeped in History with beautiful gardens to compliment the Abbey and its surrounding buildings. There is disabled access in some areas. On site cafe and toilets within. Disable toilets also. Dogs are welcome but not inside the buildings. Service dogs are aloud inside,but always ask any of the super volunteers who can give you more information.

It was truly wonderful to experience such knowledgeable historical guides. The information they shared was incredibly enriching and painted a vivid picture of the past. The entire experience was made even more stunning by the breathtaking views. I extend my gratitude for such a well-crafted presentation of history. Overall, it was a fantastic day!

Interesting and well stewarded N.T. Attractive buildings and immediate formal gardens, plus extensive estate walks. Link to Sir Francis Drake makes it more special. Good teas. Several interesting popup shops.

Buckland Abbey is without doubt one of this country’s greatest national hero’s home. Sir Francis Drake, global explorer, and legal privateer of Spanish ships and colonies, Admiral of Royal Navy and defender of the nation. This Abbey and Drakes home is a great day out, and excellent for teaching some history of the development of both Great Britain and the early Royal Navy.

Really beautiful part of Dartmoor, excellent views and places for swimming too in the river (take swim shoes if you do go in the water). Ideal for a picnic or a half-day out.

This picnic area is beautiful. We struggled to find it at first as our phones had no signal and no 4g so we couldnt use google maps. We soon realised you have to walk under New Bridge and along the path or walk north along the road from New Bridge carpark and take the next right and follow the path down. Once we found Spitchwick, it's an open grass area along the river bank. One side of the river is deep and people were jumping in off the rocks and the other side is shallow. The children were happy catching small fish in their little nets all day in the shallows. We took our paddleboards and went up and down the river where it was calm. The carpark was £3 (CASH ONLY) all day.

Another visit to this gem of a place on Dartmoor. Worth the walk from Newbridge car park along the river. Some steep paths and trip hazards but go steady. Take a picnic and have a wild swim in the cool River Dart waters.

Amazing River! Deep enough to jump off rocks and is dog friendly! Fun for all the family, you will have to walk a little to find a safe spot for the little ones to get into the water because it’s a little rocky however once you have your spot you will not move for hours! Make sure to take river shoes to make your life easier!

Short walk along the riverside from the carpark is a beautiful stretch of river which is accessible and deep enough to swim in. Grassy area is convenient for a picnic too. Loved this place

Lovely place for a walk... When it isn't in the middle of summer. In summer it's just too busy, and they've blocked all parking apart from a pay and display area. There's no denying it's a beautiful area to go and see though.

Can get very busy on a hot weekend day. Car park at Newbridge get full very quickly. Best to arrive early mot in or late afternoon. The water is very refreshing and a real treat. Plenty of more quiet areas further up the river.

Blown away! Exceptional chicken breast mains and chocolate mousse and creme brûlée desserts. A highly recommended meal out when in Plymouth!

Very busy weekend in Plymouth, students arriving at the university and Seafest at the Barbican. I had booked but the earliest table available was 20.30. We turned up early in case there was a table and there was, a very nice corner table. Started off with gins and tonic because we were in a distillery. Skipped the starters and had very good mains followed by excellent desserts. Service was attentive, friendly and efficient. The atmosphere was great with lots of people having a relaxed and enjoyable time. Difficult to fault this restaurant.

A real gem in the South-West! We have visited Barbican Kitchen 3-4 times now, on our visit to see family in Plymouth, from London. We always make a point to have a date night here. It is our most favourite place to eat, even amongst the Michelin-starred restaurants we have been to. We just love the cosy, unstuffy, relaxed atmosphere of this restaurant. The ingredients are always the best quality, seasonal and fresh- this is reflected on the pleasantly ever-changing menu. We love trying different plates and love the recommendations from the staff. The prices for plates are more than fair - they reflect the quality of the cooking, the ingredients and the service. We know that if this were in London, we'd likely pay more than double our bill for the same food! The variety of options are truly exciting. Portion sizes are just perfect, if not generous. There is something for everybody and every 'food-mood' you are in. My partner has thoroughly enjoyed their beef burgers and loves their grilled steak options! I have a personal affinity for the 'catch of the day' and the other fish dishes on offer. I also often find myself dreaming about my next encounter with their sticky toffee pudding... A special mention must be made for the staff that work here (won't name names for privacy reasons). Attentive, not intrusive or pressurising and incredibly welcoming. Always vigilant of when we need a top-up of water! We love how friendly, polite and genuinely informative the staff are here. They go over and beyond to make sure that you are well looked after. They are the real gems of this place along with the exquisite food; just seriously lovely people that you want to see again. Well done, Tanner Brothers! See you soon!

Restaurant is located in the Plymouth Gin Distellery, one stairs up and you will find the restaurant. We came in without a reservation (Thursday evening) and there was plenty of space for the two of us. The menu has some great options, try the focaccia and the honey glazed chorizo, perfect for a table of four as a starter. The service is great, the food tastes wonderfull and off course you can order here some gin and tonics from the Distellery.

Exquisite meal here last night, which also happened to be my first visit at The Barbican Kitchen. It is on the pricier side, however the quality of the food is amazing and very well presented which makes it worth it. I’d recommend the caramelised onion and goats cheese tart and butternut squash risotto…. both were divine. The truffle and parmesan fries are also a MUST - they’re the best I’ve had! Service was friendly and attentive, and the restaurant itself was cosy and inviting. Highly recommend if you’re looking for somewhere just that little bit more special.

Great menu choice, dishes executed well, good choice of wine. You can be sure you’ll get a fantastic plate of food here. Service was good but a little slow with the drinks. Highly recommend @barbicankitchen

A great place in a lively part of town. Offering a great selection of food, generous portions and all perfectly cooked. We had squid and parfait to start, squid was delicious and tender. We were lucky to have the Chateaubriand, there was just one available (worth calling ahead) Definitely recommend booking ahead.

Ate at the takeaway part. Ordered at the hatch and collected when called. Order the haddock and chips summer special for £10. Added a homemade tartar sauce side too and 2 diet coke. The fish was absolutely beautiful, quite big, light batter and thick fish which just flaked and was very tasty. Great chips and the tartar sauce was amazing. Definitely recommend

Loved this fish restaurant with a great location next to the aquarium in Plymouth. Service, very good and especially liked that the waitress talked us through all of the fresh fish options of the day. What a great choice they had! We indulged our selves with a sharing tapas selection from the main menu and from the daily menu. The spider crab cakes were delicious along with the calamari, the largest mussels I've had the pleasure of being presented with and finally the monkfish tale which was juicy and flavourful.

Recommended by a friend living in Plymouth. Entered the place with no expectation as no time to read Google reviews beforehand. 👍🏼friendly staff 👍🏼good selection of today’s catch 👍🏼fishes and lobster are cooked to perfection (we ordered sardines, Dover sole and Ray wing in addition to lobster) 👍🏼unlimited fries 👍🏼dog friendly We parked at the harbour car park which is about 6 min walk.

Scenic Seafood Spot with a Summer Twist 🌊🐟 We returned to Rockfish this summer, drawn back by the unbeatable views and the £10 Summer Special featuring line-caught haddock & chips. Sadly, haddock was off the menu that day, but the team offered white fish & chips instead. We also ordered battered sausage & fish bites for the kids, plus cold lager pints to round it off. While the swap wasn’t what we've been looking forward to but the food was still tasty. The outdoor deck overlooks the ocean and with the National Marine Aquarium next door, Rockfish remains a great spot for casual seafood. Service was friendly.

Had lunch here on a hot day as we explored Plymouth. Was really nice sea food that was very fresh. Service was excellent, and the outdoor dining overlooking the harbour was excellent. Would highly recommend if you like sea food.

Really nice food and restaurant. The service was pretty good, maybe a touch on the slower side but nothing major. The gluten free selection was exceptional, they are able to make most of their dishes gf, with their gluten free batter and gluten free breadcrumbs option. Extensive allergen menu, detailing all of the major allergens in their food. All desserts were gf apart from one of the flavours of gelato. Good selection of more premium fish, while also offering cheaper traditional fish and chips. We didn't need to make a reservation, on a Tuesday evening in the summer time.

Food was great! Fresh, hot, tasty. A little on the expensive side. Kids activity pack sadly not free but with that being said kids fish and chips meal is free with an adult meal. Drinks again a little over priced but you are dining with a sea view. Gets very busy book in advance if you can. Staff were friendly and helpful. Don’t be afraid to ask for more chips as they are unlimited.

We popped in here over lunchtime for a lovely meal. It was mid week and quite busy. The menu was clear and there was lots of choice. Staff were super friendly. The steak and ale pie was huge! Loads of chips, peas and gravy too. The veggie burger was also good. The toilets were clean, with plenty of good quality soap. There were also a few parking spaces outside despite being busy. Parking tip - if you are coming from the Plymouth or Tavistock direction, don't be tempted to come off the roundabout at the car park by the shops as there is often a queue and parking fees. Head towards Princetown and take the first exit on the right after the roundabout. this takes you to the pub car park.

Had a lunch date here and it was a nice menu with traditional ploughman's lunch that was huge. Roast dinners are popular here. Nice ales and great service the staff are friendly and helpful. Reasonable prices for the quality of food served. Parking can be limited on busy weekend lunchtimes.

Really good food. The rolls are baked on site, and still warm when they arrived at the table! The Ploughman’s and the Coronation Chicken were amazing!

Love the Rock Inn. The service, food and cleanliness is second to none. Staff are lovely and so welcoming and accommodating. Great sitting out on the terrace when it's warmer and lovely cosy bars for colder days. Dog friendly in all but one area and one of those places you can recommend to others without hesitation. Can thoroughly recommend the prawn mayo roll and vegetarian roast- two great favourites. My friends had the beef last Sunday and said it was the best they've had 🥰

Visited with my cousin and her husband. Lovely place great food, generous portions, and lovely beer. 16.07.25, the steak pie is fab so good we don't even ask for a menu. Good to see Dartmoor brewery AF is on the drinks menu.

Unfortunately the food was not very good — neither the fish and chips nor the cheeseburger. The service was friendly though and it looked quite cozy inside. The outside seating felt a bit too much like being in a car park.

One of those pubs that's exactly like you expect it to be, but better. Didn't have food but the beer was superb, the service fab, and the two most adorable labradors were asleep in the bar. A bar which had a "no children" sign, which in this day and age is most welcome. If this place was 60 miles from home it would be my local. Loved it.

I have just been here (TWICE!) today! I had a wander around Ashburton. All the cafes were rather busy! I stumbled here by accident after going through some cut throughs, which I am very happy about! The atmosphere was so chilled and they were so welcoming! If you get a chance to go please do! Best cafe I have been to in a long time!

Great coffee, friendly and helpful staff, fun vibe! We enjoyed cafe latte and oat milk hot choc - yum! The sandwiches were delicious too and super original flavours and a great view of the green hills beyond.

The best coffee in Ashburton, super friendly, dog friendly, and best Belgian crisps !

Excellent little café and open on Sunday too.....

Love love love this place! Colourful, vibrant friendly staff and great menu! We popped in for coffee and cake in the middle of a hard day's antique shopping and enjoyed a great break from it all! Go visit and try the turmeric latte !

Very friendly atmosphere. Unusual, wonderful sandwiches, delicious oatmilk latte and great cookies to take away. We will definitely be back.

My chai latte was quite grainy but the others in our party said their sandwiches were really good. Very fun quirky atmosphere.

A truly magical visit to Pennywall Farm! We absolutely loved our time here and honestly don’t know where to start—it was just amazing. Spending time with the animals, feeding and cuddling them, was so refreshing not only for the kids but for us as parents too. My husband definitely enjoyed dance with piggy mascot as well as our kids did. The atmosphere is incredibly warm and welcoming. Everyone we met was kind and helpful. A special mention to Chris, the owner—we think he’s retired now—but he still shares stories about the farm with such pride and joy. He was genuinely inspiring. Even though the farm was busy, there were no queues for anything, which made the whole experience relaxed and enjoyable. Highly recommend this place for families with children, and honestly, for any adults who just want to reconnect with animals and nature. You can really take your time here—stroke, feed, cuddle—it’s just such a wholesome, lovely experience. We’ll definitely be back!

We went to the date night at Pennywell Farm last night and it was amazing! The staff were so lovely and friendly and the animals are so well looked after and adorable! We were able to cuddle the little piglets and rabbits, bottle feed the goats and feed other animals. The views were so nice as well. We honestly had the best time walking around and seeing it all. Great atmosphere. Thank you SO much ❤️

Absolutely brilliant place to visit! We found Pennywell farm when searching for somewhere to visit en route to our holiday park. Even on a wet Monday we still had a fantastic time. There’s plenty of animals to feed in the dry. Feed was available to purchase at the entrance/shop. The goats will definitely make you giggle. From the incredibly welcoming and knowledgeable staff giving talks, to holding a piglet. Both children aged 2yrs old were fully engaged and made to feel welcomed by staff. There’s also plenty of hand washing stations located around the site. The views from the top of the viewing tower give you a 360 panorama of picturesque Scenery which all compliment its truly beautiful location. We loved it so much we returned on the Friday, on our way home from our holiday. If you have the opportunity to pay Pennywell farm a visit it’s well worth it! Thank you to the team at Pennywell farm for building something truly beautiful for many generations to enjoy and making us feel so welcomed!

This was a fantastic day out from start to finish. I suggest booking online as they are really busy at peak times. There is a large barn where children can cuddle all sorts of animals: mice, rabbits, baby goats and miniature pigs. You have plenty of time in there and can return later in the day. You can bring your own blanket or buy a small one at the farm entrance for £3. So many activities, see the photo showing then all. Pig racing was really fun to watch. There's a tractor ride, a small train, pond dipping , go karts and so much more. Highly recommend this place. The goat feeding was funny to see as the children all line up around an enclosure fencing with the bottles ready and the goats are let out to excitedly find a bottle to feed from. You can buy animal food to feed the alpaca, deer, goats etc. Plenty of food stalls with a good range of food and drinks. Not too bad prices for an attraction. There is a fire pit so you can buy marshmallows on sticks to toast there. There is free mini golf to play, nice climbing structures and a maze too. Make sure to go for the whole day as you need it to do everything. We got a discount code that allowed us to visit again within a week.

Absolutely wonderful experience. We came to visit as a way of celebrating our 9th wedding anniversary. Grounds are well kept and animals well loved. Every member of staff was smiling and it was obvious they enjoyed working there, they had a genuine friendly manner. Mark led the activities all day and he had just the right amount of enthusiasm whilst not being annoying. Our almost 2 year old had a great day, not sure if we would be happy to pay an extra near £20 for him once he turns 2 though, but it was definitely worth the price paid for 2 adults. If you can afford it then make sure you go as it’s a great day out!

We just had the most amazing day at Pennywell Farm. There’s no shortage of exciting activities to do. Our favourite experience had to be having cuddles with the animals! The team were incredibly helpful and enthusiastic and really contributed to our overall enjoyment during the day. Especially Lucy, who was super friendly and helpful, and amazing with the kids, and clearly has a love for all the animals- she went above and beyond throughout the entire day. As well as Evie who was in the pet cuddling area, she was attentive and friendly. Always prepared to ensure that everyone was happy and had a fair experience with the animals!

Brilliant day!. We went to Pennywell about 7 years ago when are children were young. Lots has improved since then and its clear to see substantial investment has been made. Loved all of it, especially the piggy/animal cuddles. Staff were really friendly and helpful. The whole family really enjoyed our day. Will definitely come again.

Just a gorgeous country walk, bit steep in places, but views worth a million. No seats to sit on, if you need a pew, or savor the scenery. Very popular with families, and dog walkers. Worth the drive out on any day.

Great place for a walk in the woods and alongside the river Dart. Some steep gradients in places. We went mid April and it was lovely to listen to a large variety of birds. Sat at the ruins of a fort and with only a small covering of leaves on the trees the views were pretty good! There is a bluebell wood that will be a carpet of blue in the next week or two!!

Beautiful space ✨️ You can dip your feet or swim. A quiet and relaxing space to immerse yourself in nature.

Lovely, quiet (at least when we were there-late morning) woodland walk. Track's a bit rough in places, but not too bad. Could benefit from a couple more direction markers to help find the Fort.

Free car park a few minutes from Buckfast. Woodland walks along river Dart and up steep hill to the fort (site rather than a building!). Great for dog walking, paddling in river and there is a wide deep area for swimming.

Not a huge amount of parking but lovely walks, some steep

We followed the track for about 20 minutes before coming across a place where we needed wellies, so headed back. Perhaps we should have turned down towards the river. No playground, no toilets, no picnic area.

Would highly recommend for a day out. We had a fabulous day. All the staff were so fun and helpful. We especially appreciated Gracie's help on the high wires...and the lady who was inn charge of canoes was so fun too (didn't make a note of her name sadly). The extra activities were brilliant.. but the other section in the woods was so much fun. A huge adventure playground with lower wires,, rope swings, zip lines, fitness equipment. We will definitely be back!

We went on a day trip for the high wires (for the parents and the children - min age 8) and the canoes (for the children, me and my 80 yr old Mom). Really enjoyed these lovely grounds and the two activities. Great instructors with a really positive attitude.

By far one of the best camping sites I've been on. The facilities are great with plenty of private rooms. The playgrounds, the outdoor water activities and the BMX track are amazing and mostly free. We did bouldering indoors too. It truly is incredible and we will be back again next year!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Best Campsite Ever! We spent the weekend at Riverdart Country Park for Oktoberfest and honestly had the best time! The atmosphere was fantastic – great food made with locally sourced meat (from less than half a mile away!) and a lovely, friendly team who made everyone feel so welcome. The woodland play areas are a real highlight – perfectly maintained, full of adventure, and such a beautiful setting to sit back and watch your children play. Even the grown-ups couldn’t resist the zip lines! The camping pitches are huge, giving you loads of space to relax, and the shower facilities are spotless and well looked after. Everything about the park feels cared for and thoughtfully managed. We’d definitely recommend bringing wetsuits if you plan to get stuck into the Jolly Pirate ship or the jump pools.. Can’t wait to visit again – Riverdart Country Park really is the best campsite we’ve ever stayed at!

What a fantastic place. First time visitors and the first thing that strikes you is friendly and helpful staff. The site is huge and so many different things for our grandchildren to have hours of endless fun. We had what I would say was one of the very best full English breakfasts ever.

A country park geared to slightly older children with plenty of activities on the site. More than enough free activities included in your ticket along with the beach and water area. We went on a very wet day but none the less we got some nice hot pasties and a hot chocolates. Pay some extra and do the high ropes for example. Can’t wait to visit again.

Very impressed with the kids activities & amenities. Shame weather was not on our side this trip. Will revisit. Only negative is the laundry facilities. Although reasonable priced the washing comes out sopping wet (as if no spin cycle) & the dryer is as useful as a chocolate tea pot. I’m on 4th go & still no where near dry

Absolutely amazing spot for breakfast!! Staff so so friendly and great service - drinks were lovely and quick. Food was DELICIOUS especially veggie breakfast and they accommodated our changes. Such a cute town definitely worth a visit!

This place is small and always active. Their food is on the pricy side, but honestly well worth the money. I've tried both the mushroom madame (veggie croque madame) and the pork belly sandwich, and both are very well seasoned and flavorful.

First time in Ashburton since lockdown....it was very quiet. Found this lovely cafe/brunch place which is very popular. Coffee and some lovely toast ( homemade bread ) with a mixed berry jam. It was absolutely delicious. Lots of types of breakfast on the board and they looked very nice when they were coming out. Quite expensive. Similar prices to what we would pay in London. Good ambiance....Good service

The Old Library are now opening for Friday and Saturday evenings and we are delighted. The food is fantastic and Joe, Amy and their team aways make a memorable evening. We are planning out next visit. Xxx

So glad the Old Library are offering an evening menu again on Fridays and Saturdays, as well as their renowned daytime brunch. We've been twice and it's excellent! Short but inventive menu, decent wine and friendly service from the enthusiastic chefs. The menu changes monthly, so we'll definitely be back.

Excellent cafe. The pastries are wonderful and breakfasts good portions and beautifully cooked. Dog friendly which was brilliant.

Best brunch destination in Ashburton. Excellent English breakfast with high quality ingredients. Dog friendly (they brought us a water bowl for our dog). Great breakfast and lunch options.

What a delight👌 so the chap taking the orders was a nice polite chap, the food was ready in a good amount of time, the food was really good and good portions and a few added extras which were lovely, just a fantastic take away and a brilliant find😁

Well done Shahnaz ! The takeaway we ordered was exceptional. The online ordering system was very user friendly, the delivery was efficient even on a busy bank holiday Monday and the food was of an excellent standard with everything cooked to perfection. We will definitely be ordering again very soon.

Great food and very fast collection. Got a bit lost driving around and wanted to take something back was staying nearby 15 minutes for collection and was still piping hot after a 25 minute drive back

Love everything about this place, the food, the friendly staff in the shop, the cheery delivery lady, best takeaway by a mile!

I VERY RARELY call a takeaway to thank them for such amazing food. This is one of those very few times I did. To deliver from ashburton to totnes such an amazing takeaway is amazing. Everything was so fresh and hot and unbelievablely tasty. Soooo much value for money!!!!! Will be ordering again and again. Thank you to all those included!

We only came here because everywhere else in Ashburton was shut! (early week) But the food was fresh and plentiful. I'd pick out the chicken tikka biriyani, which came with a well-prepared small potato vegetable curry side. Worth ordering, then pop next door to the Old Exeter Inn while you wait.

Excellent takeaway, speedy delivery and quality food. Ethically sourced meat too and generous portions. Definitely recommend

Lovely day out. Beautiful lake to walk around, big green space to play or enjoy a picnic. Huge fenced in play area with a wonderful splash zone. Carpark near the play park very busy on a sunny day but loads of spaces round the otherside of the lake carpark. Kayaks & paddleboards available to rent to go on the lake & seemed very reasonably priced.

Went one evening, plenty of parking and lots of space for a walk. The circular walk around the lake was good. Perfect for a dog walk.

Very easy to recommend if you have little ones - nice walk around the lake, good playground & great SplashPad. Decent facilities too, although they were very low on vegan food unfortunately (but what they had was good)

Great play area, nice walks and we enjoyed some kayaking.

This really was a majestic find for us! My wife and I enjoyed the scenery and autumnal foliage as well as the critters bounding about! The park offers some tremendous views of nature, very welcoming trails, and plenty of practical space for games and playgrounds for all ages. Most arresting to us were the swans that graced the lake. They and the ducks were very reasonably friendly and great for adding more tranquil ambience to the park. Pleasant people and gorgeous nature, we were right at home! Highly recommended!

Never been here before and came on an organised doggy walk. It's more than just a park, an interesting and varied nature reserve too. Lakes, streams and woodland. Bonus of loos and a coffee outlet. Downside- pay to park but its quite reasonable.

A great day out for all generations. It has woodland walks and nature trails surrounding a well maintained lake. There’s a childrens playground, which is enclosed where dogs are not permitted for health and safety reasons. A large playing field is also open. Small fee car parking, and public toilets along with a kiosk selling snacks and drinks. Opening times depend on the season.

A fantastic free museum with lots of activities for children and extremely friendly staff. Our kids particularly enjoying operating the signals and searching for the birds scattered throughout the museum. We spent just over an hour there and could have spent longer if the children weren't starting to get hungry.

This was a brilliant museum to visit, with exhibits about the history of the Great Western trains across the Devon area. Info is shown regarding the integration of signalling on the network and there is a full scale signal on display, levers can even be pulled like one would do in a signal-box! Worker's gear is intriguing to see and old local rail items are preserved, including the holiday books showing good reason to visit Devon particularly. The model steam train was fabulous as was the atmospheric railway carriage that can even be pushed along using air in the replica, really interesting to know this used to run using salt air but became too pricey!

This museum is a great asset to this town and it should be more advertised. The building itself is a fantastic place to admire. The exhibition is a wide ranged topic from railway, through insects to the Polish community in the town. A nice place to visit, would definitely benefit from a cosy cafe and a better range of handcrafted gifts.

Wow! An excellent museum and you are made very welcome by the very nice staff at the desk. We didn't have any great expectations but what a great experience. From local history to working full size signal box leavers and full size railway flag type signals that really works. Also war time and how it affected the town. All this and more, a really great place to spend an hour or two. You will not be disappointed. Also it's FREE. Congratulations on a job very well done.

Great place to visit. It’s small but have things to do like changing the railway signs and bells. The staff are amazing and friendly. They even tell you some information

Great museum covering all sorts of local history. Plenty of well presented exhibits for history buffs and youngsters alike. Free too. Top tip, talk to the volunteers, they are great too.

This is a great, newly opened museum- full of local archive, interesting stories and fun interactive exhibits. If you're in to trains (little or big ones) the GWR collection is also well worth a look. All of this and a mini Madge Mellor's on the 1st floor landing (albeit a coin-op version). Definitely a good place to visit and a thousand times more interesting than ASDA.

Had a nice relaxing time in the sun trap secret garden out the back of the pub on a quiet August Tuesday afternoon. Whilst the pub was understaffed the lad at the bar couldn't have been more welcoming and then great at serving our needs. My wife had the cheese and ham sandwich with a very generous offering of ham and cheese on some lovely bakery bread. I had the crab salad which was very tasty and fresh with some great green leaves. The beer offering is good with three barrels to pur from and then severa; other ales on tap. There's even some history to the place with a connection to Sir Francis Drake!! see the blue placque outside.

Attentive service, good food, great atmosphere. Hadie was helpful and responsive. Locals were chatty. The venison pie was really nicely cooked with a good short crust. Chips were among the best I've had in the UK - crunchy but not greasy thick cut fries. And the atmosphere of course is A+ authentic and old school. You could really imagine Sir Thomas More or Sir Arthur Conan Doyle reading there.

We went in when I was nursing a bit of a monster headache and it was the perfect place to rest. They have several smaller dark rooms to sit and eat or drink in. We didn’t eat but enjoyed our drinks. The best part was the staff. The bartender is the best pirate impression I’ve ever seen, and our town has an annual pirate festival. He’s got the perfect flowing pirate hair (we could all use his shampoo/conditioner routine) and the perfect pirate facial hair. He was amazing (and a great bar tender). Highly recommend.

Can't go wrong with an ale house that's been there since 1130AD. Nice selection of beer, pie and mash was excellent

Excellent old English pub. Pies were amazing and the atmosphere is incredible. Great beer selection and the private garden is beautiful. Highly recommended

Really great pub!! Visited a couple of weeks ago on the way back home to Yorkshire. Had our 3 Labradors with us and what a welcome! Plenty of treats and cuddles from the staff. They have a Doggy bar that’s amazing - I need one! We both had a pie. Wow. One vegetarian and one steak. Delicious. Really enjoyed it. Wonderful atmosphere. Lovely staff. Beer was great too, many to choose from. Will definitely be going back when next in the area.

We came to the old Exeter inn this evening due to the amazing menu we saw on the website. Unfortunately the menu we saw was not available for tonight and got handed different menus with it much choice on them. Although saying this, the food we did get served was amazing, a bit steep on price but still amazing. One of us ordered a wine but the bottle was bad. Luckily though, the waitress fetched a different bottle and gave some chips on the house. The waitress seemed like a lovely girl. Very shy (may have been a new starter) but still very kind. Overall the food was amazing, prices, staff seemed kind enough. Just needed a bit more preparation on their behalf!

The food was very very good and the atmosphere was lovely; the steak was tender and very tasty and the lamb was also super tasty. The staff were very friendly and very helpful. We had a very nice evening. I would highly recommend this restaurant

We had the all-day Veggie Breakfast here at ColJan on Easter Monday at lunchtime. Only a few other customers were in because most of the shops in Ashburton had decided to stay closed. It was a fabulous mix in the breakfast, large beans that were not sweetened like tinned baked beans, haloumi cheese and expertly poached egg. A treat for the long holiday weekend and the start of the tourist season.

Lovely restaurant with a warm atmosphere and great service. We had the charcuterie board to start and then an amazing steak and ale pie and a tasty pork chop. Definitely try the blueberry cheese cake for dessert! After the chef was done cooking, he stopped by each table to ask how your dinner was and if you were happy with everything. Lovely touch that we really liked! We will definitely come back next time we are in Dartmoor!

WOW! the food is to die for! The food quality and flavours you would expect to pay top dollar for but it is at reasonable prices. This is top quality food coupled with great service and a friendly warm welcoming atmosphere. We will be back very soon!!!

Myself and my friend visited for a morning coffee and were quickly persuaded by the excellent choices on the menu to indulge in a breakfast. We both opted for the vegan pancakes with summer berries. These were delicious. It would be good to have a sign or to be told to pay at the bar on leaving, as this wasn't clear when we visited.

The new owners are very friendly and welcoming. Great service and fantastic food. Best burgers ever on the lunch menu and top quality menu in the evening

Food was amazing, service was brilliant and probably the best Sunday lunch I have ever had would massively recommend.