The Cricket Inn
Recently awarded Gold from the Taste of the West and Gold in the South West Tourism Awards for 'Pub of the Year' , the Cricket Inn has built an enviable reputation as one of the best foodie pubs in the South Hams. Local suppliers are at the heart of the Cricket Inn's menu, with crab, lobster, scallops, mackerel and bass all caught from the bay in front of the pub, bread baked in Salcombe, fruit juices from Buckfastleigh and eggs from Hallsands (to name just a few!). Guests can enjoy dining from their extensive menu, choosing delicacies from the Josper oven - an indoor barbeque that reaches up to 400 degrees - which cooks whole seafood, vegetables and steaks perfectly. Or from the classics selection which features traditional cod and chips, fish pie, homemade burgers and the signature seafood pancake. The South West Coast Path runs straight past the inn's door so visitors and walk off their lunch along the coast or enjoy a stroll on the beach. The Cricket Inn also boasts 7 beautifully designed bedrooms, 5 offering seaviews across Start Bay.
| Award | Description | Category | Year | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South West Bed & Breakfast | "The Cricket had a nice coastal feel that matched the location, the view as the sun rose from our room was very memorable. They are clearly committed to using local produce and also supporting local suppliers, the food was delicious. We had a lovely stay, and will certainly return." - Taste of the West Judges 2024 | Hospitality - Bed & Breakfast | 2024 | Gold |
| South West Dining Pub | "We really enjoyed our meal, eating delicious shellfish that had been landed just outside the pub was a real bonus. Not many places that you can do that. So, I guess that’s as local as it gets! We will be back to try more dishes." Taste of the West Judges 2024 |
Hospitality - Dining Pubs | 2024 | Gold |
| Best South West Bed & Breakfast | The Cricket | Champion Hospitality - Best South West Bed & Breakfast | 2023/2024 | Finalist |