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Gill and Alex took over the Black River Inn in June of 2018. With a combined experience of over 30 years in the hospitality and catering industry attaining awards for their food and service they decided it was time to do what they have done so well for others for themselves and under took a complete refurbishment of the traditional pub, to what you see today; a beautiful and tasteful mix of old and new complimenting each other. It is told that the village is supposedly named due to the fact the River Torridge runs through the village black on account of the stones in the river bed. Thus, the pub was renamed in June 2018 by the Alex and Gill to coincide with it’s village situation and links.

Our Head Chef, Richard Devine has designed different styles of menu to offer a little something for everyone.

Our main evening menu includes a very clever use of seasonal ingredients to create beautifully presented dishes that offer huge flavour. It also has an offering of more hearty, pub classics for those seeking something a little more hearty.

Located in the heart of Aylesbeare The NightJar Inn is a modern country pub offering a warm welcome to everyone. We aim to create a relaxed, comfortable environment for our customers, whether you’ve just finished work and are in need of a pint or you’re looking to celebrate a special occasion. We love to provide fantastic customer service and honest homemade food, all at a reasonable price. We can accommodate large or small groups and children are more than welcome.

Since early 2003 the Grove has been working in partnership with local farmers and producers to bring a real taste of Devon to their guests. They are confident that the hard work of those farmers and producers is evident in the quality food they produce at the Grove. Why not try the Individual Beef Wellington made with fully matured Devon beef from North Devon farms or their North Devon Fish Pie made with some of the best fish landed at Clovelly and Appledore. Or sample some of the Rare-breed Sausages from Highland Hogs with Buttered Mash and Grove-made Onion Gravy or the Wild Rabbit Stew. Then if you have room finish with one of the Grove-made puddings. To wash this all down the Grove offer every wine and champagne by the glass, a selection of West Country ales, ciders and a collection of 52 single malts too! Over the years the Grove has won many accolades and are proud to be recommended by the Which? Good Food Guide, CAMRA Good Beer Guide, Good Pub Guide, Alistair Sawday & the AA Pub Guide. We are confident that your visit will be one you'll enjoy and remember.

Current landlords John and Geraldine Baker have concentrated on good quality food made in their own kitchens from ingredients sourced from the best local suppliers.

The Heron Inn is a beautiful riverside pub on the outskirts of Truro, overlooking the Truro and Tresillian river where they join the river Fal. It boasts stunning views across the estuary and is accessible by both car and boat. Our menu is carefully created by our award winning chef/owner Nick Hemming using only local seasonal ingredients from the South West. Each dish is cooked to order by the team at The Heron with flavour being the priority for our customers. You will find a great choice of daily specials that change dependant on seasonality and availablility.

Nestled on the Cotley estate, on the side of a hill at the foot of the Blackdown hills, you’ll find the Cotley Inn buried among some of the best views around. Our relaxed pub is the perfect place for long lunches, sumptuous suppers and proper beers. Find a sunny corner on our south west facing terrace and relax with a G&T, or put your feet up next to the fire after a long walk in the woods.

Whatever the season, our award-winning food will ensure no one goes hungry. Treat yourself to a lavish three course meal or enjoy some proper pub favourites. Championing beautiful food made from the finest locally sourced ingredients and seasonal produce. Meat and game from local farms, fish landed daily on the south coast and fresh herbs picked just a few steps away in the Cotley Inn kitchen garden, plus tankards of proper beers, yorkies the size of your head and all the other scoff and quaff you'd expect to find at a good village pub.

Dogs, well-behaved owners and muddy boots always welcome.

Come and see us, we’d love to say hello.

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. 

*Unfortunately The Old Coastguard experienced a fire during mid June 2019 and will therefore be closed for most of the summer whilst they make vital repairs. The main reception is open from 9am-5pm everyday and they will continue taking bookings for Autumn & Winter 2019.*

The Old Coastguard is a seaside hotel in the fishing village of Mousehole, near Penzance and St. Ives. The hotel offers fourteen bedrooms with stunning views, complete with a dining room and outside terrace sitting atop a tropical garden that slopes down to the harbour wall. The menu offers plenty of fish and seafood - fresh from Newlyn - and we serve Cornish beef and poultry, game from local estates and cheeses from some of Britain's best dairies.

Rates for 2019

Standard Double £150 B&B or £205 Dinner B&B.

Double King / Twin £175 B&B or £230 Dinner B&B. 
Family Room £205 B&B or £260 Dinner B&B.
Large King £250 B&B or £305 Dinner B&B.

Single Occupancy from £110 B&B or £137.50 Dinner B&B. 

Offers for 2019

Spring and September Sleepover

22nd April - 23rd May & 1st September - 3rd October

Stay with us for two or more nights from £385 per couple including your bed, breakfast and three courses each night from our usual evening menu

The Queen's Arms is situated at the heart of the ancient village of Corton Denham. It's an 18th century British pub with eight en-suite letting rooms. Good drink, good food and real comfort. All food is sourced locally and is seasonal and fresh.

The Old Smithy Inn is a 13th century thatched inn nestled at the top of the valley in Welcombe, set in stunning unspoilt countryside a mile from the sea on the North Devon Cornwall border.

The ethos at the Smithy is towards fresh food cooked on the premises with a strong bias towards local and British ingredients where possible. We are blessed with fantastic locally produced meat, game and fresh fish but also seek to strongly support plant-based food as a healthy sustainable option. Our approach has always been to be as inclusive as possible of those with food allergies and dietary preferences (any dish can be modified for you).

We have 3 new rooms available for bed and breakfast - all are double en-suite rooms with optional breakfast in bed! 

We also are happy for Britstop and other campervan users to stay free of charge in our car park – just phone up to book a table – as part of the deal, free stay means eating a meal and having drinks from the bar.