Welcome to the Hare and Hounds which lies in the heart of beautiful East Devon, between Sidmouth and Honiton.

At The Hare & Hounds you will find great pub food, a selection of real ales, and a warm welcome from your hosts Graham, Lindsey and Tracy and their team. The Hare & Hounds is an independently owned traditional country pub and restaurant and all members of the family are welcome. Although we are famous for our food, especially our legendary carvery The Hare and Hounds is a real country pub and you are equally welcome to drop by for a pint of real ale or a glass of wine.

There are extensive gardens, with beautiful views down the valley to the coast at Sidmouth.

Opening Hours

Our doors are open every day from 1000 until 2300 except on Sundays, when our hours are midday until 2230.

We do recommend that you book, particularly for weekends, bank holidays and school holidays

We are happy to cater for larger parties, if pre-arranged. In addition to our carvery, we also have a selection of buffet menus.

Families

 
Families with well behaved children are welcome throughout the pub. If the weather is fine children love our extensive gardens and childrens play area.

Dogs are allowed in the Tap Room if on a lead.

All our food is freshly prepared to order. When we are busy, there may be a delay - please be patient

History and legend

The Hare & Hounds (previously known as Hunters Lodge) has an exciting and lurid past. In the 17th Century, due to its isolated position it was a popular haunt for poachers and smugglers. Rumour has it that more than one murder was committed here.

The large stone situated at the front of the main building is part of Devonshire folklore. Legend says that it dances at night when it hears the bells of Sidbury church, also that it rolls down the valley to drink at the River Sid - some say to wash away the bloodstains!, Click here to read more about this legend.

Photograph of The Hare and Hounds courtesy of Midweek Herald/Archant Life