The Church House Inn

Dating back to 1028, the Church House is the oldest pub in Devon and one of the oldest in England. Traditionally decorated with horse brasses, comfortable settees and a roaring fire in winter, the pub is a fantastic place to stop for a drink or a meal. The landlord, Ray Hardy, is delightful - not only does he offer everyone a warm welcome, but he still serves his real ales in your choice of a handle or a straight (glass)! One of the highlights of the pub is its food - the freshest fish from nearby fishing ports and game (in season) as well as a good selection of vegetarian main courses. This is simple food, well prepared and served in large portions, so you won't leave hungry. But be sure to save room for their homemade desserts, hearty traditional English sweets such as treacle tart and bread-and-butter pudding. If you want to experience an authentic English country pub, The Church House Inn is one of the best. We make a point of stopping there every time we're in the area, and we always look forward to it.