Old Exeter Inn

We were delighted to welcome a film crew and cast here yesterday. Sorry but we are not allowed to say what it’s for. We are always excited though for the opportunity to showcase our historic Inn and Ashburton on screen and cannot wait for the series to be released. Stay tuned for more updates!

We weren’t allowed to take photos so this image is courtesy of pixabay

Summer has arrived here in the Secret Garden! The perfect place to sit and enjoy a drink with friends.

What a winning line up we have for the weekend!

Cheers to England for Sunday 🍻⚽️

Join Our Team at The Old Exeter Inn!

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work in one of the oldest inns in the world? The Old Exeter Inn, established in 1130 A.D., is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team. With almost 900 years of history, our inn has hosted notable figures like Sir Walter Raleigh and Sir Francis Drake. Now, you have the chance to be part of this rich heritage.

We Are Hiring:
- Front of House Staff
- Kitchen Staff

Why Join Us?
- Historic Setting: Work in a beautiful, historic inn with nearly 900 years of fascinating history.
- Training: Receive training from experienced management.
- Apprenticeships: Exciting apprenticeship opportunities coming soon.
- Competitive Pay: Enjoy good rates of pay.

If you have a passion for history and hospitality, we’d love to hear from you! Call Bryan on 01364 652013 or pop in!

It’s English Wine Week, and what better way to celebrate than with a glass or two of Sharpham wine?

Sharpham produce Award-winning English wines from the heart of the Dart Valley, just down the road from us.

And we look forward to welcoming you back Mr Drage! Thank you for your lovely message .

Rooster's Yankee cask ale golden colour and 4.3abv 🍻🍻

Today’s Beer of The Day is Adnams Southwold Bitter. A copper- coloured bitter crafted with East Anglian malt and enriched by a late addition of herbal Fuggles.

Gin of The Day is the Gold Medal winning handcrafted M**f Irish Potato Gin. Crafted from four different types of potatoes, with botanicals including mandarin, rosemary, lemon and elderflower - with a little champagne extract for a truly distinctive taste.

An extraordinary al fresco lunch experience - Old Exeter Inn, Ashburton Traveller Reviews - Tripadvisor Review of Old Exeter Inn, Ashburton: An extraordinary al fresco lunch experience

A very nice story is on BBC Radio Devon tomorrow. Listen out for our lovely gardener Annie on how she has spent a year at the Old Exeter Inn making something very special. A beautiful addition to Dartmoor.

Today's cake by Annie. Home grown and home made Rhubarb and Strawberry Jam Victoria Sponge with edible petals grown in the Secret Garden at the Old Exeter Inn. It's gorgeous.

For two years our lovely gardener Annie has been carefully creating the Secret Garden at the Old Exeter Inn. Stunning wildflowers all themed around an ancient apothecary garden! There's even little strawberries growing in the walls. It's a fantastic sun trap and a super place to relax with a drink in hand. Party Bookings and Private Hire taken throughout the year. The Secret Garden accommodates 40 with table and bar seating. It also has its own Garden Bar and Pizzeria. For indoor and outdoor parties you can also book the Tap Room and pull your own pints! Heavenly! Call Bryan or Kal on 01364 652013 to discuss your requirements.

Good morning
We're putting the feelers out for any up and coming acoustic musicians who would like to show case there talent here at The Old Exeter Inn please feel free to pop in or call us 01364 652013

Warm Pig crackling , Bubble and Squeak with Fried Egg, Warm Burnt End's, and a Pot of Chopped Hog Roast Sausages in a Mustard Sauce 😋😋😋

Come down and enjoy food and drink in our Secret garden🍻🍽️☀️☀️

Start the day the right way with a Old Exeter Inn grand breakfast and not forgetting your free filter coffee or breakfast tea refill ☕🤤🍳🥓

Vintners wine of the week plus chef's Specials 🍷🍷
Gin and Rum of the day 🙂🙂

I've had a brush now where's my lunch!!

With one of the finest selections of spirits in the South West our drinks are from around the world. Unusual. Special. Fabulous taste. 100s in stock. The choice is yours! Enjoy a glass with us.

A couple of our lovely local ladies enjoying a Fish Pie and Steak and Stilton Pudding 😋😋 see you both soon

Witherington checking out the Bar and more importantly checking for Pooches in his Bar!

The Churchill Bar at the Old Exeter Inn has been renamed the Elizabeth Bar after our beloved late Queen Elizabeth II. The stunning photograph of Her Majesty (taken April 15 1952), which arrived this afternoon, is now in place at the pub for everyone to admire. 

Mr Churchill's photograph is to have a new place inside the Inn.

God Save The King.