Eating Out in Devon
As we're off the beaten track at Higher Kellacott, you'll need a good pair or boots to walk to one of our nearest pubs, the Clovelly Arms, which is 5 1/2 miles from us by road. At least, that is what two of our guests did!
The more relaxing option is to take a leisurely drive to the place of your choice, have a good dinner followed by a leisurely drive back. Or maybe you'll take a walk before enjoying a meal on your day out or plan a nice evening dinner. Either way, there is a choice of plenty of pubs, hotels and restaurants in the vicinity to visit during your stay, with many using local produce to produce an excellent range of freshly prepared home cooked dishes for you to choose from. It is advisable to book in advance, so please ring first to avoid disappointment.
Strawberry Fields Farm Shop, Lifton, which is just 10 minutes drive from us, has a fabulous selection of groceries, many produced on the premises; in fact everything you'd need for your stay. We are also fortunate to have Homeleigh Garden Centre nearby, which has a super farm shop and cafe, just a 15 minute drive to Dutson, near Launceston. Warren Butchers in Launceston not only have a fantastic selection of meats available, but also have a kiosk selling delicious Cornish Pasties and other hot foods to take away with you.
Alternatively, there are a selection of supermarkets in Okehampton, Launceston and Tavistok; all within 30 minutes of Higher Kellacott.
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Of course, if you'd like to eat in, we'd highly recommend Francines in Launceston, where you can call 01566 775126 in advance to ensure a swift pick-up.
Whatever you choose, below is a small selection of venues that either we've eaten at or have been recommended by previous guests. They have been listed in order of distance from the Cottage, the nearest listed first.
The Arundell Arms
Located just a 10 minute drive from Higher Kellacott, the Arundell Arms offers fine dining in a formal restaurant, or a cosy fireside bar, where they use the finest fresh, local and seasonal ingredients to offer a memorable dining experience. Booking essential.
Lifton
Devon PL16 0AA
01566 784666
Strawberry Fields Farm Shop Restaurant & Cafe
This award winning farm shop, just 10 minutes from Higher Kellacott, has a very popular cafe and restaurant, serving breakfast, available throughout the day, lunches and cream teas. Their daily specials menu includes a roast, homemade pies and bakes, fresh fish and a selection of quiches, to mention just a few. You may need to book at weekends as this is a very popular venue.
Lifton
Devon
PL16 0DH
01566 784605
The Tors
Located in the heart of Belstone, an ancient Dartmoor village, this is a very popular pub with walkers, having an excellent situation on the green. They serve a selection of home cooked bar meals, perfect after a good walk on the moors. We have enjoyed many good bar meals after a walk on the moors.
Belstone, Nr Okehampton
Devon EX20 1QZ
01837 480689
Bearslake Inn
This Dartmoor country pub is situated on the A386, travelling south to Tavistock. They specialise in locally sourced meat, fish, vegetables and other local artisan produce. Bar and restaurant, lunch and dinner is served.
Recommended by a number of our guests, who've enjoyed meals there. Booking essential.
Sourton
Devon
EX20 4HQ
01837 861 334
The Castle Inn, Lydford
This 16th century Devonshire pub was recently voted as Devon's Pub of the Year in the Devon Toursim Awards. Situated in the historic and picturesque Dartmoor village of Lydford, it has a main bar and restaurant, featuring traditional home made pub classics and Sunday lunch. Open for bar meals from 8am till 11pm Monday to Sunday. Please book in advance.
Lydford
Devon EX20 4BH
01837 871447
The Springer Spaniel
Located south of Launceston on the A388, this 18th centurey country inn serves excellent quality dishes and local ales. It has been recommended by one of our past guests.
Treburley
Launceston PL15 9NS
01579 370 424
The Oxenham Arms
Located in the heart of South Zeal, this historic coaching inn was formerly a medieval Benedictine monastery. A living museum from the stone age through to medieval and Elizabethan England, they serve lunch, cream teas and dinner in the restaurant and bar. We have always found the food to be very good, on a number of occasions.
South Zeal, Okehampton
Devon EX20 2JT
01837 840244
The Three Crowns
This smart 5-star inn, a great favourite of ours, is set in the heart of the Dartmoor town Chagford. It's a wonderful mix of 13th century features and contemporary comfort and style. It has a great atmosphere, whether you're in the bar or the very smart open glass atrium. There is an excellent lunch and dinner menu, featuring fresh, local seasonal produce, cooked to order. Booking essential. A 30 minute drive.
High Street, Chagford
Devon TQ13 8AJ
01647 433444
The Horn of Plenty
Located on the border of Devon and Cornwall, overlooking the Tamar Valley, this luxury hotel serves lunch, afternoon tea and dinner in their restaurant with panoramic views of the beautiful Tamar Valley. They create exciting dishes using high quality seasonal ingredients. It has been highly recommended by one of our past guests, who enjoyed their afternoon tea as a birthday treat.
Gulworthy, Tavistock
Devon PL19 8JD
01822 832528
The Who'd Have Thought It Inn
Nestled away in the picturesque Dartmoor village of Milton Combe lies this 16th century inn with many original features offering charm and character in abundance. Renowned for their seasonal menu, which always features fresh, locally sourced meat, fish and vegetables. Another guest recommendation, describing it as the best meal out of their week.
Milton Combe Yelverton
Devon PL20 6HP
The Blissland Inn
This country pub, situated in the centre of Blissland village on Bodmin moor has been recommended by one of our past guests, who enjoyed a lunch there in 2019.
Blisland
Cornwall
PL30 4JF
01208 850739
Watergate Bay Hotel & Beach Hut
This smart 4 star hotel and neighbouring Beach Hut (under the same ownership) have been a favourit of ours over many years, with excellent food in the hotel Living Space, Restaurant and also the Beach Hut, which is as the name suggests, right by the beech. High quality food in a relaxed atmospher. Would highly recommend on a day out, with or without a walk on the beach or after a dip in the sea body boarding. Booking essential.
The furthest distance from Higher Kellacott; a 50 minute drive.
On The Beach
Trevarrian Hill, Newquay
Cornwall TR8 4AA
01637 860543
