It's not just your accommodation that makes a holiday - it's what else you discover once you're there - a great little pub in the village, a shop, a village, a tea-room, a butchers, a riding stable, or even just a walk with a great view.
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Wildboarclough (Village)
Village reached from the A54, Buxton to Congleton road
PW - Southampton
Rushton Spencer
The Knot Inn, Station Lane, Rushton Spencer, Macclesfield SK11 0QU
Tel: 01260 226 238
Wincle
The Ship Inn, Barlow Hill, Wincle, Macclesfield SK11 0QE
Tel: 01260 227 217 (On Barlow Hill, on the left between the Church and Dane Bridge).
Ever-changing menu with meat supplied by local farmers. Great river walk.
PW - Southampton
CORNWALL
Blisland/St Breward
Delphy Bridge, between St. Breward and the A30
A unique, secluded spot on the Moor where The DeLank river forms lovely clear pools of cool water ideal for paddling.
"Delphy Bridge is also a must, I imagine in the summer when the beaches are busy this is a great place for the dogs to have a swim and cool off after the owners have enjoyed a lovely meal at The Blisland Inn"
HF - Gloucestershire
Blisland
The Blisland Inn, Blisland, Bodmin PL30 4JK
"The Blisland Inn is a must. Roaring log fires, amazing real ales (a CAMRA winning pub on numerous occasions), extremely dog friendly and friendly locals and landlord"
HF - Gloucestershire
Bude
Summerleaze Beach, Bude (A39 coastal road between Wadebridge & Bideford - from the A30 turn off at Okehampton along the A3079 and then the A3072)
Sandy beach surrounded by dunes. Adjoins the small bay of Crooklets at low tide. Pay car park for 400 (inc disabled). Shops, restaurant, toilets nearby. Beach wheelchair available for hire. Dog-friendly but must be on leads between 10am and 6pm May to end September. Cliff and canal walks from beach - on the South West Coastal Path. Bude Visitor Centre close by. Very popular beach in height of summer.
"Summerlease bay in Bude has nice clean beach"
JH - Walsall
Bude
Widemouth Bay/Sand, Bude EX23 0AW (off the A39 south from Bude)
Large sandy beach, known for excellent surf. Dogs banned from half of the beach from Easter to October. Cleaned regularly throughout the year. Life guards May to September. Toilets (inc disabled), cafe and shops nearby.
SF
Callington
Cross House Inn, School Road, Harrowbarrow, (Metherell) Callington PL17 8BQ
Tel: 0137 350 482
"Good beer and food"
DJ - Wrexham
Callington
Kit Hill Country Park (between Bodmin Moor and Dartmoor)
400 acres for public enjoyment - bird watching, walking, kite flying. Given to the people of Cornwall by the Duchy of Cornwall in 1985 to celebrate the birth of Prince William.
JM - Wokingham
Callington
Louis Tea Rooms, Kit Hill, Callington, PL17 8AX.
Tel: 01579 389223. Right by entrance to Kit Hill Country Park
DSM – Malmesbury
Cape Cornwall to Lands End
(Coastal Walk)
"second to none"
PH - Bristol
Gunnislake
Rifle Volunteer Inn, St. Ann’s Chapel, Gunnislake, PL18 9HL
Traditional coaching inn with 6 en-suite bedrooms
Tel: 01822 832 508
"The food is out of this world"
KH - Nottingham
Gunnislake
Annie's Place, (Restaurant) Fernleigh Terrace, St. Ann's Chapel, Gunnislake PL18 9HS
Tel: 01822 832 880
Launceston
The Pie Stop
(on the A38 near Launceston, just before Bodmin Moor)
PH - Bristol
Looe
Mr. P – West Midlands
Marazion
St. Michael's Mount, Marazion, TR17 OEF
Tidal island just 500 yards off-shore, accessible by foot or boat (depending on tide).
Medieval castle and gardens open to public to explore (at certain times of year).
In the care of the National Trust - cafe, restaurant, two shops, plants for sale.
Wear sensible shoes and leave the dog at home!
JS - Bolton
Padstow
(Picturesque, ancient, busy fishing port)
V&TN - Frimley
Penzance
The Minack Theatre & Visitor Centre, Porthcurno, Churchtown, St. Levan, Penzance TR19 6JU
(Cornwall's 'Theatre Under The Stars')
V&TN - Frimley
Penzance
The Turks Head, Chapel Street, Penzance TR18 4AF
13th Century Inn, the oldest pub in Penzance. Food served in restaurant and bar. Locally-sourced produce. Garden
JS Bolton
Visit Website
Plymouth
The National Marine Aquarium, Rope Walk, Coxside, Plymouth PL4 0LF (Follow the brown & white fish signs and park in Barbican Car Park) Britain's largest aquarium containing Europe's deepest tank - dedicated to education, conservation and research. Good disabled access, wheelchairs available foc, disabled toilets, guide dogs welcome. Restaurant and gift shop. Open daily from 10am. Entrance fee applies.
We enjoyed Plymouth Aquarium (get to the Aquarium after 3.30 for a quick visit at the end of the day, and it's half price!)
AD - Hants
St. Austell
The Eden Project, Bodelva, St Austell PL24 2SG
Open every day except Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Guide dogs welcome but they don't encourage dogs generally
DGB - Northampton
St. Austell
The Lost Gardens of Heligan, Pentewan, St. Austell PL26 6EN
V&TN - Frimley
St. Ives
(voted Britain's best seaside town 2007 by The Guardian)
V&TN - Frimley
St. Mawes
Pretty harbour-side village looking out over the River Fal towards Falmouth. Two sandy beaches.
V&TN - Frimley
St. Kew
Aunt Avices Pasty Shop, St Kew Services, St Kew Highway, Bodmin PL30 3ED
Tel: 01208 841 895
"Highly recommended"
HF - Gloucestershire
Saltash
Who'd A Thought It Inn St. Dominick, Saltash, PL12 6TG
(2 miles off the A388 - Follow signs to Cotehele House)
Children and Pets welcome
Tel: 01579 350 214
DSM – Malmesbury
Saltash
Cotehele, St Dominick, nr Saltash, PL12 6TA
(NT Medieval house with superb collections of textiles, armour and furniture, set in extensive grounds)
DJ - Wrexham
Sennen
The Beach Restaurant, Sennen Cove, Cornwall TR19 7BT
(Enter Sennen village, turn right towards Sennen Cove, down Cove Hill.
Turn right into main beach car park - restaurant is at far end)
V&TN - Frimley
Truro
Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro TR3 6QL
Tranquil and varied National Trust garden with panoramic views of open sea and Falmouth. Extensive park, woodland and riverside walk. Restaurant and gallery of local cornish art. Admission charge.
JS - Bolton
COUNTY DURHAM
Barnard Castle
Historic thriving market town
'Good for shopping"
KC - Suffolk
Darlington
Raby Castle, Raby Park, Staindrop, Darlington, DL2 3AH
KC - Suffolk
Eggleston
Eggleston Hall, Eggleston, Barnard Castle, DL12 0AG
"I would especially recommend the Tea Rooms and Gardens"
KC - Suffolk
Wolsingham
The Bay Horse Hotel, 59, Upper Town, Wolsingham, Bishop Aukland, DL13 3EX
Tel: 01388 527 220
"would especially recommend the food"
KC - Suffolk
CUMBRIA (THE LAKE DISTRICT)
Alston
Hartside Top Cafe, Alston CA9 3BW (A686 between Penrith & Alston)
Tel: 01434 381 036
England's highest cafe - "Hartside Summit, 1,903ft" and "Hartside Top Cafe, 1,904ft"! Popular with holidaymakers, bikers and truckers alike - friendly, serving good simple food, fantastic views and strong tea.
SR - Bristol
Bowness on Windermere
The Brown Horse Inn, Winster, LA23 3NR
Tel: 01539 443 443
"Allows dogs in bar so you can take dogs and eat" (not the dogs, presumably! Ed)
"Food exceptional and friendly pub”
MB – York and HW – Wakefield
Cartmell Fell
The Masons Arms, Strawberry Bank, Cartmel Fell, LA11 6NW
Tel: 015395 68486
"Good food"
Cockermouth
The Bitter End, 15, Kirkgate, Cockermouth, CA13 9PJ
Tel: 01900 828 993
Cockermouth
The Dovenby Ship, Dovenby, Cockermouth CA13 0PN
(Renowned home-made chips and Sunday lunch a speciality)
"Excellent food"
C.P. - Radford
Cockermouth
The Old Posting House, Deanscales, Cockermouth CA13 0SL
(on the A5086 between Cockermouth and Egremont)
16th Century Coaching Inn with B&B - food served daily 12-2 and 6.30 to 9.30
"Excellent food"
C.P. - Radford
Coniston
Coniston Water
Five miles long, the third largest of 'the lakes', 3 small islands owned by National Trust.
"For great walks and views"
WB - Fife
Crook
The Sun Inn, Crook, Kendal LA8 8LA
Tel 91539 821 351
MB - Haxby
Crosthwaite
Damson Dene Hotel & Leisure Club, Crosthwaite, Nr. Kendal LA8 8JE
Tel: 015395 68676
Crosthwaite
The Punchbowl Inn & Restaurant, Crosthwaite, LA8 8HR
(next to the Church)
"Very good for vegetarians"
MB - Haxby
Grange Over Sands
Hare & Hounds Inn, Bowland Bridge, Grange over Sands, LA11 6NN
Tel: 015395 68333
“Good food” MB – York
"Excellent Fayre" WB - Fife
Keswick
Whinlatter Forest Park - for birdwatching and nature walks
Whinlatter Forest Park, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, CA12 5TW
Don and Sue R – Halifax
Kirkby Lonsdale
Historic market Town
"Very nice to stop at for a meal or a snack"
CP – Bradford
Penrith
Rheged Centre, Redhills, Penrith CA11 0DQ
"Cumbria's leading 'family day out".
Discovering Cumbria exhibiton, and Cumbria Information Centre. Shops, fresh food, play area. Open daily, except Christmas and Boxing Day. Parking and entry FREE
JH
Tebay
Tebay Services, M6, just north of Junction 38
Run by small local company - fuel, restaurant and farm shop selling local produce. Open 24 hrs, 7 days a week.
"we tend to stop at T-Bay Service Station on the M6. Although the food is (typically) expensive in the restaurant,
there is an excellent, competitively priced farm shop where snacks/produce can be bought"
D&SR - Halifax
DERBYSHIRE (THE PEAK DISTRICT)
Ashbourne
Carsington Water, Ashbourne, DE6 1ST
Severn Trent Water reservoir between Ashbourne and Wirksworth.
Visitor centre, sailing club, fly fishing, cycling and walking trails. Exhibition, shops, cafe and restaurant, children's playground. Wheelchair access. Cycle hire available. Visitor Centre free, open every day except Christmas Day. Small charge for parking.
JR - Essex
Bakewell
Chatsworth House, Chatsworth, Bakewell, DE45 1PP
Historic house, home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire. House, garden, farmyard, gift shops and restaurant reopens Wednesday 12th March. Admission charges apply. 1,000 acre park, farm shop and its restaurant open all year.
"Decorations at Christmas - excellent"
LW - Odiham
Bakewell
Haddon Hall, Bakewell DE45 1LA
A fortified medieval manor house dating from the 12th Century, the home of Lord and Lady Edward Manners whose family have owned it since 1567. Open to the public Easter and from 31 March to end October. 12 noon to 5pm. Entry and car parking charge. Wheelchair access restricted. Assistance dogs only. Small gift shop.
JR - Essex
Bakewell
Riverside House, Ashford in the Water, Bakewell DE45 1QF
Award-winning hotel offering dining, morning coffee and afternoon tea to non-residents.
SC - Notts
Denby
The Denby Pottery Visitor Centre & Factory Shop, Derby Road, Denby DE5 8NX
Visitor Centre is next to the pottery with shops, pottery tours, free daily cookery demonstrations and regular events. Restaurant and outdoor play area for small children. Open Monday to Saturday 9.30 to 5pm, Sundays 10/11 - 5pm.
No children under 6, prams or wheelchairs on full factory tour, but Visitor Centre accessible to all. Wheelchair available. Charge for tours.
JR - Essex
Froggatt Edge
The Chequers Inn, Froggatt Edge, Hope Valley S32 3ZJ
Tel: 01433 630 231
"Good meal"
LW - Odiham
Matlock
National Tramway Museum, Crich Tramway Village, nr Matlock, DE4 5DP
Tel: 01773 854321
JP - Derby
Matlock Bath
The Heights of Abraham, Matlock Bath, DE4 3PD
Country park and caverns in 60 acres of woodland reached by cable car over deep limestone gorge. Coffee shop and Summit Bar for eating and drinking - al fresco if weather permits! Gift shops, exhibitions and play areas. Certain areas inaccesible to wheelchairs or those with mobility issues or impaired sight. Reopens 9th February 2008. Admittance charge
JR - Essex
Tideswell
"....the beautiful village of Tideswell where you could purchase everything you need from local suppliers... The local butcher was incredibly reasonable and had beautiful fresh meat on offer. The Post Office sold the freshest free-range eggs I have ever tasted"
Tindalls Bakery & Delicatessen, 7 Commercial Road, Tideswell, Buxton SK17 8NU
Wide range of products, fresh bread baked on site. 7.30-4pm Monday to Fri, 7.30 -12 noon Sat.
"Tindalls is a must for visitors. It was hard to pick from the range of breads and pastries and please, you must try their pork pie, yummy"
JD - Middlesbrough
Tissington
Well Dressing at Tissington, Derbyshire
May 1 to 7th inclusive 2008
JP - Derby
Winster
The Old Bowling Green (pub), East Bank, Winster DE4 2DS
Privately owned pub dating back to 1472. Only open Wednesday to Sunday evenings (food served 6 til 9pm) - well behaved children welcome to dine until 8pm. Not open Mondays or Tuesdays or any lunchtime except Sunday (lunch served 12 noon to 2.45pm)
"The Old Bowling Green pub is excellent with exceptional food"
DD - Chatham
DEVON
Axminster
Burrow Farm Gardens, Dalwood, Axminster EX13 7ET
East Devon's 'secret garden'. Tour the beautifully landscaped 10 acre gardens, cream teas, light refreshments, plant nursery, advice, craft and gift shop. Open daily 21st March to 31st October 10am to 7pm. Signed from A30 and A35. Ample parking and picnic area.
JP - Frome
The Golden Hind, The Street, Musbury, Axminster EX13 8AU
Tel: 01297 552 413
“do a good range of early evening meals for the family at a reasonable cost”
AP – Weston Super Mare
"good beer and food, child- and dog-friendly, and friendly locals. Have a game of darts or boules"
GB - Northwich
Spillers Farm Tea Rooms, Spillers Farm, Musbury, Axminster EX13 8AJ
“Second to none and provides breakfasts, lunches and fabulous Devon cream teas (sounds like an advert!)"
AP – Weston Super Mare
Beer
Beautiful, unspoilt fishing village
"(I recommend) the fish stall on the jetty - try the scallops, and cream teas on the beach (dog friendly)"
GB - Northwich
Bigbury
The Oyster Shack, Stakes Hill, Bigbury TQ7 4BE
(also at Salcombe - Hannaford’s Landing on Island Street.)
RK – Swindon
Bigbury
Bay Café, Marine Drive, Bigbury on Sea, Kingsbridge TQ7 4AS
Tel: 01548 810 796
April, May and June open 10am to 6pm inc Weekends and Bank Holidays.
July, August and September open everyday 10am - 7pm
SJH – Southwater
Bigbury
Bigbury Beach. From A379 between Modbury and Aveton Gifford, turn on to the B3392 to Bigbury. Pass through Bigbury village and follow road to Bigbury on Sea to car park.
Blue flag sand (mainly) and shingle beach. Toilets, cafe, disabled access to beach and facilities. First aid and lifeguards during season. Dog restricted area. Access to Burgh Island on foot or tractor (tide dependent), for pub and hotel.
SC - Liphook
Brentor
St. Michael de Rupe Church, Brentor, Tavistock
12th Century Church, the fourth smallest Parish Church in England, just 40ft x 14ft, and the highest at 1,100ft above sea level. Still in use - (though not for burials!) - superb views of Dartmoor, Exmoor, Bodmin, Plymouth Sound and Brecon Beacons on a clear day.
"the magnificent sight of St. Michael de Rupe on top of Brentor - a steep walk but well worth it for the views across Dartmoor"
MF - Waterlooville
Buckfastleigh
Pennywell Farm and Wildlife Centre, Buckfastleigh TQ11 0LT
Award-winning farm activity park - animals, go-karts, quads, train rides, maze, trampolines, tractors etc - a new 'fun' activity every 30 minutes. Restaurant. Wheelchair accessible. Open 9th Feb to 2nd November 2008. Entrance fee.
"fantastic for children"
PB - Lindfield
Chudleigh
Canonteign Falls, Near Chudleigh, Devon EX6 7NT
Tel: 01647 252434
“Good for ‘en-route’ stop off – picnic area, shop and toilet facilities”
Mr P – West Midlands
Clyst Hydon
The Five Bells Inn & Restaurant, Clyst Hydon, EX15 2NT
16th Century thatched building, with gardens, serving traditional lunches and dinners. Children welcome. Cod & chips to take away. Live Jazz 2nd Wednesday of the month and folk/guitar duo on 4th Friday. 8pm start.
DS – Selby & AH - Littlehampton
Cullompton
The Blacksmiths Arms (pub), Plymtree, Cullompton EX15 2JU
Tel: 01884 277 474
AH - Littlehampton
Dartmouth
Blackpool Sands (on the A379), 3 miles from Dartmouth between Stoke Fleming and Strete (signposted)
Blue flag sand and shingle beach. Cleaned daily in season (no dogs), swimming, cafe, shop, showers, surfski, boogie boards, kayak, wet suit & snorkel hire. Disabled facilities. Lifeguard during summer. (Blackpool Gardens are opposite).
SC - Liphook
Eggesford
"If you find yourself on the A377 Exeter to Barnstaple road, you could be forgiven for thinking Eggesford was just a railway station. Well, we discovered it's much more than that! Stop at Eggesford Forest to walk the dog, picnic, loos etc.
The Garden Centre (over railway and up hill on left) is fantastic and they are really nice, friendly people. Their cafe is great and the shortbread divine. Lovely Church - locals hold the key. Good circular walk starting and finishing at Garden Centre with every chance of seeing Red Kites. Non-residents welcome at Fox & Hounds (up main road on lhs) for food and a beer. Take the Tarka Line (we didn't have time) - honestly, you could spend at least half a day here and still not do everything. I strongly recommend"
JH - Herts
Exmoor National Park
Bernice P – Virginia, USA
Great Torrington
RHS Garden Rosemoor, Great Torrington, North Devon EX38 8PH
Alison P – Shoreham by Sea
Holbeton
The Dartmoor Union Inn, Fore Street, Holbeton PL8 1NE
RK - Swindon
Lydford
Lydford Gorge, Lydford, Near Okehampton, Devon EX20 4BH
(Halfway between Okehampton and Tavistock, 1ml W off A386 opposite Dartmoor Inn; main entrance at W end of Lydford village; waterfall entrance near Manor Farm). Parking at both entrances - free
This is the deepest gorge in south-west England, and stretches a distance of about 1.5 miles from the "Devil's Cauldron" whirlpool at the bridge end to the spectacular "White Lady Waterfall" at the other end. Owned by the National Trust. 1.5 and 3mile walking routes, VERY strenuous in places, unsuitable for very young children but back-carriers can be hired, dogs must be kept on leads. Shop and plant centre at main entrance, small shop at waterfall entrance. Childrens play area, tea rooms at both entrances. Not suitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs.
MF - Waterlooville
Lydford
The Dartmoor Inn, Moorside, Lydford, Near Okehampton EX20 4AY
Restaurant, bar, boutique and rooms. Restaurant serves award-winning cooking based on seasonal ingredients from local farmers. Bar (log fire and real ale) serves pub classics (but check for Fri and Sat)
MM - Romsey
Newton Ferrers
The Dolphin, Riverside Road East, Newton Ferrers, Plymouth PL8 1AE
Tel: 01752 872007
RK - Swindon
Noss Mayo
The Ship Inn, Noss Mayo, South Devon PL8 1EW
RK - Swindon
Okehampton
Bearslake Inn, Lake Sourton, Nr Okehampton, EX20 4HQ
JS - Aylesbury
Okehampton
Lydford Gorge, Lydford, nr Okehampton, Devon EX20 4BH
(Halfway between Okehampton and Tavistock, 1ml W off A386 opposite Dartmoor Inn; main entrance at W end of Lydford village; waterfall entrance near Manor Farm). Parking at both entrances - free
This is the deepest gorge in south-west England, and stretches a distance of about 1.5 miles from the "Devil's Cauldron" whirlpool at the bridge end to the spectacular "White Lady Waterfall" at the other end. Owned by the National Trust. 1.5 and 3mile walking routes, VERY strenuous in places, unsuitable for very young children but back-carriers can be hired, dogs must be kept on leads. Shop and plant centre at main entrance, small shop at waterfall entrance. Childrens play area, tea rooms at both entrances. Not suitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs.
MF - Waterlooville
Okehampton
Okehampton Farmers Market, St. James Chapel Square, centre of Okehampton, not far from A30
Third Saturday of every month - 9.00am to 1.30pm. 20 stalls of local food and crafts - meats, fresh fish (weather permitting!), beer, pate, cheeses, breads, cakes, chocolates, vegetables, herbs and plants.
GB - Northwich
Paignton
Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Totnes Road, Paignton TQ4 7EU
An 80 acre natural environmental park with thousands of animals and plants, miniature train ride, indoor and outdoor play areas, keeper talks and feeding times. Open every day (except Christmas Day) from 10am - closing times vary.
Wheelchair and electric scooter hire available. Assistance dogs welcome. Reduced admission for visitors with disabilities. Restaurants, coffee shops, bar, gift shops.
PS - Somerset
Petrockstow
The Laurels Inn, Petrockstow, Okehampton EX20 3HJ
17th century coaching house, just one mile off the Tarka Trail, serving an award-winning range of beers, and food at good prices. Walkers and cyclists welcome.
"'The Laurels' is the local pub in the village of Petrockstowe. Super home-cooked food and a range of real ales. Children welcome"
JH - Walsall
Postbridge
Powder Mills Cottages, Postbridge, Dartmoor - Off the B3212
“lovely cream tea and pottery"
SJH - Southwater
Seaton
Axe Cliff Golf Club, Squires Lane, Axmouth, Seaton EX12 4AB
Affordable, family run club.
"Cliff top setting - challenging but friendly"
GB - Northwich
Seaton
The Hook and Parrot, East Walk, Seaton EX12 2LN
Tel: 01297 20222
"Thursday night quiz night - have dinner there beforehand, dog-friendly"
GB - Northwich
Seaton
Seaton Tramway, Harbour Road, Seaton EX12 2NQ
Three mile tramway ride between the coastal resort of Seaton, the village of Colyford and the ancient town of Colyton. Takes 25 minutes. Open toppers or enclosed dependent on weather. Colyford terminus is next to The White Hart Inn, Seaton terminus is next to the Tourist Information centre, close to town centre and beach. Concessions for seniors, students & children, discounts for family tickets. Dogs at flat rate of £1 but must travel downstairs. Some trams have space for non-folding wheelchairs and mobility scooters. Check availability. See website for fares and daily timetable.
GB - Northwich
Sidmouth
The Donkey Sanctuary, Sidmouth EX10 0NU (30 minutes from the M5 junction 30 on the A3052 between Sidford and Seaton. On leaving Sidford follow the brown tourist signs at the top of the hill)
Meet the donkeys in the main yard or stroll round the fields, or ramble down to the sea. Adopt a donkey. Visitors Centre/shop, restaurant and picnic area. Toilets. Wheelchairs available to borrow. Some walks wheelchair accessible. Dogs on leads welcome.
KG - Dorset
Sidmouth
The Terrace at The Hotel Riviera, The Esplanade, Sidmouth EX10 8AY
Seafront Regency hotel with restaurant and light refreshments available to non-residents
KG - Dorset
South Molton
Antique Shops
Bernice P – Virginia, USA
Tavistock
Tavistock Town
Ancient market town on the south-west edge of Dartmoor, 15 miles north of Plymouth. Straddles the River Tavy. Best Market Town award 2004, Best Local Foods awards 2007
"for shopping, markets and eating"
MF - Waterlooville
Tavistock
The Elephants Nest, Horndon, Mary Tavy, Tavistock PL19 9LQ
A quintessentially English pub with log fires, stone floors, good garden and great views of the moor. Open daily 12 noon til 3pm and 6.30 to 11pm (10.30 Sundays). Last orders for food 2.15 and 9pm. Sunday roasts (2 choices), children welcome in two of the dining areas and garden; no under 14s in bar. Three en-suite double/twin rooms available for B&B.
MF - Waterlooville
Tavistock
Morwellham Copper Mine and Museum, Morwellham Quay, Near Tavistock, PL19 8JL
“all excellent”
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