Blacksmiths Arms in East Devon

Had dinner at The Blacksmith’s Arms with three fellow walkers. We were made to feel very welcome. The beer was spot on, and the food was excellent.

I visited with a band of bellringers on Saturday 19 August. It was a warm sunny day and after our efforts we were in need of sustenance! First, the pub sold proper cider from Sandford Orchards. Always a good sign. There were about 16 of us, and we had pre-ordered food. The food came out fresh and at the same time. My Caesar salad was excellent. I have had several disappointing Caesar salads recently at other venues. The staff could not have been more helpful and pleasant. I’d intended to be ‘heathy’ and refuse dessert. However, the landlady’s description of the dessert choices made many mouths water including my own, and the roulade was a must have. It was also excellent. The pub is traditional and offers a superb welcome. Well done and thank you. I couid not fault a thing. Highly recommended.

What a great find! We were staying at a local camp site and we were looking for a place to watch the World Cup final, we called the day before to ask if they would be showing the football, and with 25 of us coming they were so accommodating, we arrived they remembered we were coming, made us feel welcomed showed us we’re we could watch it as there was the bar and a lovely outside area, the staff helped move chairs, helped carry drinks out. I personally didn’t have food but family members did and they mentioned the price was great value for the food they had!

We stayed at Yew Tree Cottage which is a 2 bed accommodation run by the pubs owners and it was amazing, great quality accommodation, dog friendly with a secure garden and right next to the pub! We had a relaxed stay in this lovely village and ate in the pub on a couple of occasions, great food, staff and locals all made this a lovely experience. It was also a great base to explore Devon and we would definitely go back!! Thanks to Susie, Alan and Tadgh for a great stay!!

Absolutely amazing staff and food!! The food accommodates for everyone. We had a vegan and also a gluten free dietary requirements on our table and they were amazing with the food selection for them. Our regular food tasted amazing. Will definitely be returning. Cant fault. Also has a wide selection of drinks at the bar

This has to be the best pub we've come to in many years. Village pub in the middle of Plymtree, filled with locals who were just as friendly as the staff were and told us all about the local history and village gossip. The menu selection is phenomenal, it's almost frustrating that you can't try everything at once. When the food came out we were blown away by the generosity of the portions. Everything was perfect, could not fault a thing. If you still manage to have room for desserts, their honeycomb crunch cheesecake might be the best cheesecake in Devon...

Ever so friendly staff but our food was a big disappointment: claggy and strangely sweet seafood pasta drowned in creamy sauce, overcooked steak, limp salad with gloopy dressing out of a bottle... We decided on a change from our usual Drew Arms but after that meal we vowed we'd never forsake it again!

First time visiting but won’t be the last! Was looking for a dog friendly place to go for dinner for my husbands birthday and found this place. The staff are lovely and friendly and the food was lovely! Couldn’t fault it at all! Also the price was incredibly reasonable given how much everywhere else has gone up!! We will most definitely be back again!!

Had a superb Christmas Eve dinner at an incredible price, huge portions and doggy bag provided for the excess. The landlord and landlady are exceptional

This is quite simply the best restaurant I have ever eaten at in Devon. Disguised as a sweet little pub, you would never expect food of this quality to be served. It is incredible! I had the duck in plum sauce. It was delicious and cooked perfectly. All of my friends loved their meals too, so much so that we are going to make this a regular and have booked to come back in a few weeks.

We are on holiday from sussex, and are so pleased we found this GEM !! The family run pub is amazing !!! Alan’s gluten free fish ‘n’ chips are superb - and Susie and Ty’s hospitality so warm and friendly 😁 Would recommend highly We stayed in their holiday cottage onsite: and this property is of a very high standard / very impressed. Wish we had booked DIRECT with them; as we could have saved a few quid 💷 Such nice people !!!! Thanks guys.

Friendly welcome, good food, very attentive staff, really enjoyed our evening - recommended!! .......

We were here last year so now in the area again for our second visit. As last year all our food was delicious. The pub is very cosy and all the staff are very friendly. Super will visit again when in the area.

We were delighted to find such a lovely local pub on our stay in the area, the food all home cooked was excellent, Alan, Susie and Tadhg gave us a warm welcome, we were so impressed we ate there every evening, can recommend the Lasagne with salad and garlic bread, my partner the Ground Steak Burger with Cheese, Bacon and Relish in a bap with Salad & Chips, well everything on the menu looked delicious and the puddings. Good range of local beers. Best to prebook Friday and weekends. They also have a super 2 bed holiday cottage to rent next door, the décor looked amazing so we may be back to stay.

It was my husbands 60th birthday meal. They went the extra mile to make it extra special. The food came out perfectly cooked. Desserts were amazing and to die for. There was 10 of us there and all the meals came out together all hot and well cooked. Would highly recommend this place. Super friendly and kind services.

We booked ahead of our visit on a Friday night and very pleased we did, as the Blacksmith Arms was full, it appears very popular with locals and visitors. A good range of choice on the menu, all freshly cooked with ample portions, you would...

Well worth a visit. Family run pub/restaurant. Food cooked and prepared on premises. I’m a vegetarian, no problem for me.

What can I say... never have i gone into a pub for the 1st time ever and been treated like family. Me and my partner had just got engaged and the whole pub joined in congratulating us and buying procseeco, then there are staff who...

The reviews did not disappoint. Fabulous place, fabulous staff and fabulous food! Lovely atmosphere, we would love a local like this by where we live - all round lovely evening.

Lovely country pub great food friendly atmosphere and great service. Will definitely be visiting again.

We have just returned from a holiday in Plymtree where we found this lovely pub. The food was amazing, such large portions and all cooked to order, in fact we ate there four times during the week. We received such a warm and friendly welcome...

We visited the area on holiday and had Sunday lunch at The Blacksmiths Arms. The roast was amazing and portions generous. We couldn't resist deserts - the portions were so large we struggled to finish them! The service is friendly and we felt well looked...

We were on holiday in the local area and wanted to find a nice friendly pub. We couldn't have been made to feel more welcome by staff and locals. Food was really good, great choice, good portions and freshly cooked, best chips ever! Will definitely...

We stayed in the village for a family holiday and loved going to the Blacksmith Arms. We were always greeted with a warm welcome by their friendly staff, and the food was delicious. It is a family run pub with a lovely atmosphere- would highly...

Great country pub, with very polite and friendly staff. Good variety of options for vegetarians, which can be hard to visit. Definitely recommend if in the area.

We called and booked a table last minute after reading great reviews. We moved to the area 12 months ago and have spent the whole of those whilst not locked down trying to find somewhere decent to eat out. Well...what can I say...this place is...

Absolutely amazing food, with great service and hospitality. Food was cooked to perfection. Would thoroughly recommend this village inn.

Found this place having read some good reviews. They weren’t wrong. The staff were friendly, the food was homemade and delicious. We had steak and ale pie, a scampi, ribs and a curry all fantastic. We were in the area on holiday and would definitely...

Home cooked food with generous portions particularly vegetarian meals and delicious desserts and lovely friendly staff,

I can't rate this pub highly enough! Very friendly the food was some of the best food we have eaten especially the vegetarian selection. I had mushroom Wellington it was gorgeous and my boyfriend had the Mexican lasagne which was equally as amazing. We were...

Wow! We haven’t tasted home cooked food like that in a long time. Great menu, not too many choices and everything is cooked fresh, just like it says on the website. Not a microwave in sight! Thoroughly enjoyed it and just wish we had something...

Came across this pub after driving around the locality to find a traditional local establishment whilst down here on holiday. We were not disappointed!. Fantastic warm welcome on a chilly evening was the best remedy after our weary travels. The food was amazing, we both...

Great Food and lovely people !! Always a pleasure to visit the Blacksmiths and receive a warm and friendly welcome from Alan Susie and Tadhg. Alan’s cooking is superb and the portions are massive! Really enjoying the takeaways at the moment as nothing is too...

By far the best local pub in Devon. Welcoming, super friendly and the best atmosphere. Great selection of food and the service is just brilliant.

Alan and Susie are always busy! What a joy! If you have the patience you will have the best meal ever! So hospitable, cannot do enough! The food! Never had a bad meal the best takeaway!

When you phone up a place thats offering takeaway 10 mins after they open and they moan that they are so busy, then simply hang up on you, it leaves a rather poor impression. I'm pleased that the Blacksmiths Arms are doing so well in...

A breath of fresh East Devon air, nice pint of Otter and lovely beer garden. Don't let a good pub go to the wall. Get down there and support local communities and facilities.

Excent food served promptly. This is a very frendly village pub at a good price. They like you to pre order when booking a table a day in advance for dinner as everything is purchase fresh. The roads into the village are rather narrow. This...

Amazing Value, Great food.. Visited on a Friday, busy but not packed... Dogs allowed in too... Really nice hosts, from the bar staff to the waitress everyone was really nice and helpful. I real local village pub. When the food arrived OMG.. cooked to perfection,...

Great village pub ran by a friendly family! Good ales, great wine selection and atmosphere 👌🏼 Viva Blacksmiths

Excellent service and food ready to takeaway during the Coronavirus lockdown. The burger was as good as ever.

My partner & l stayed in Plymtree over the New Year period. We visited the pub on quite a few occasions, either for food or a drink. We were made very welcome by Susie & Alan the publicans, & also the locals. The food was...

We were staying in Plymtree for a girly weekend and spent our Saturday night in the Blacksmiths Arms. A very British, local pub with a super welcoming atmosphere. The food was great value for money and just delicious. My friend said it was the best...

We came for food and drinks and a relaxing Satrday afternoon in August. The owners were very friendly and welcoming and flexible with our food choices (with three kids this is much appreciated!). We enjoyed our meals in a very relaxed atmosphere and then played...

Was down In Devon from by Glasgow for a friends Diamond wedding anniversary celebration which had the main event in the Blacksmiths Arms on the evening of the 29th Aug 2019. Blacksmiths has a good selection of real ales with the traditional ones. The evening...

Lovely Village pub set in the heart of Plymtree near Cullompton. The atmosphere is warm and friendly in this family run pub and Alan and Susie are first class hosts.The food is excellent with generous portions at a reasonable price. Service was very good. Have eaten here on three occasions and never been disappointed.Give yourself a treat and swing by this beautiful Devonshire pub.

“The Blacksmiths” pub & restaurant is located in the centre of the village of Plymtree. It is popular with locals & visitors alike and conversations range from local farming issues to national politics and all with good humour, a truly entertaining atmosphere.The owners, Suzy & Alan, are very welcoming and should you have special dietary requirements your needs will be accommodated. The meals are prepared with local produce, very good quality and generous portions (you definitely won’t leave wanting for more).You can usually just drop in for a meal but to avoid disappointment it’s worth booking a table.This wasn’t my first visit & won’t be the last, Many happy returns, I hope.

Excellent food always freshly prepared always worth booking in advance for large tables for food as not to be disappointed as this is a very popular village pub due to the fantastic hospitality from the staff and friendly villagers I will definitely be returning.

Sunday roast was tasty and ample. All the trimmings and well cooked. Staff friendly and attentive. Great value and we'll be back soon.

What a brilliant pub! Perhaps slightly off the beaten track but well worth a visit. The staff are very welcoming, the service and the food are excellent. I had the smoked trout salad and the wife had liver & bacon, both dishes were delicious. Will certainly revisit when I am in the vicinity.

Wide variety of food options, for vegan, vegetarian, and meat eaters. Food quality superb - some traditional pub meals as well as more individual options, and food served very promptly. A welcoming atmosphere off the beaten track.

This is a lovely village pub in the countryside with a great beer garden and children's play area. Great day out with the family

Absolutely wonderful staff, lovely pub, great food and in a lovely area would highly recommend!! 😊😊

Staying in Plymtree and called in one lunch time. Freindly owner's. Had the fish and chips, batter was thin and crispy and cooked through. Banoffee pie huge, landlady gave me a container to take home. Will be going back next week for more.

As a food blogger, I normally would have images but this was family time and I got to chill with my much needed glass of cold crisp wine in my favourite type of thin glass. The boys went and played a game of pool post ordering which was so nice for me and of the setting. We we weren't rushed, menu fully explained and arrived in good portion sizes plus anything we needed was not an issue. My son's were catered for in their pudding choices, they played cards and enjoyed the fresh good food. It was a last minute treat and ticked all our boxes, definately will upkeep such visits as long they offer such hospitality. We thanked the staff including chef as we bid our farewells as caught a brief fireside moment. Just how country pubs should be and so nice to have children in mind plus truly happy to. Menu of all tastes and seasonal too.

Visited the local pub again as we were to tired to cook and as usual we weren't let down. Excellent food and service every time we go. Good sized portions and well presented. Would recommend a visit if you are in the area.

Visiting for the first time, we had an absolutely perfect evening. We were a group of 6 (2 adults, 4 teenagers) travelling from north to south Devon, and stopped her for an evening meal. As soon as we walked in we knew we had arrived at a proper pub, with friendly locals at the bar and a welcoming barmaid (who turned out to be one half of the very friendly wife/husband owners). We had reserved a table (there's not many inside but there's a garden too). Portions are very generous and suited us fine after a day on the beach. The rump steak was very tasty, one of the best I've had. The venison pie was a proper shortcrust pie, with excellent gravy. The chips and onion rings were to die for - I'd challenge anyone to find better anywhere. The burger was perfect, very good quality in a great bun again with excellent chips and salad. Three of us had the special Texas BBq brisket beef which was slow-cooked, juicy and had a wonderful smoky spicy sauce. We were full, but the dessert (OK, let's be clear, we're talking puddings) menu just looked too good to ignore. I had the rhubarb crumble and custard - and oh boy, was that a great choice - mind you it would probably feed three quite adequately! We also had the chocolate brownie, and the most enormous sundae you could imagine (that alone kept three teenagers happy). Also a coffee floater (Irish coffee), again, perfect.

Its a little remote but so worth the drive, a great find with amazing food, the owner/chef was so welcoming the food was excellent and our vegetarian dinning companion had so much choice he was speechless.

Busy country pub. Excellent service. Squeezed us in even though we hadn't booked. Really good food as usual.

The food was excellent and the staff friendly and welcoming. We had a sharing platter; Steak, Thai Curry and Lasagne. The portions were very generous and we didn't have to wait a long time. Pub has a really good atmosphere and comes highly recommended. Well kept real ales too especially the Otter. We will definitely be returning.

We had a week in Plymtree recently and The Blacksmiths Arms was our local.

I have eaten here many times. I brought friends and family from Germany with me and all were thrilled by the food, the owners and of course the huge dog called Jägermeister. You haven’t go far away for really good meals.

Always welcoming, with a warm fire in winter this pub is simple gem. Well kept beer and good wholesome simple food at reasonable prices Well worth a visit Good local walks nearby

I have eaten here many times as well as just enjoying a good night out.

We have eaten here twice in the last two months while staying at Newcourt Barton B&B.; The Blacksmiths Arms is a real village pub serving great pub food and offering a really friendly atmosphere by both the landlords and the local regulars. We even got invited to the Wednesday night bowling contest next time we are in the area. Highly recommend a visit.

Delicious food, prompt service, friendly team - this is my idea of a proper English pub - all the right ingredients, well executed and very enjoyable - well done from the Mama J's visitors !

The food is excellent, staff and locals are really friendly, price of food and drinks is very reasonable. The only nitpick I can think of is that there isn't a car park

We recently ate here for my father's birthday and were not disappointed. Extremely accommodating and welcoming , they even made a soup especially for my father who has problems swallowing. All meals were tasty and great. Will definitely return.

Popped in on the way back from a long walk with the three hounds. Warm welcome. A bit quite initially but soon some of the local residents turned up and the banter started. Very nice.

Aloja a poca distancia y el pub local fue recomendado por los visitantes agenda. Visitado por casualidad del viernes por la noche y decidimos reservar una mesa para el sábado por la noche de nuevo. El personal es muy agradable y el servicio. Pedimos una...

Increíble pub, con un ambiente agradable. Vino con amigos y disfrutamos muchísimo de la experiencia, 254 millas en coche felizmente por una pinta aquí cualquier día! Gente fantástica!

Sus anfitriones son una delicia. Como es su enorme de perro. hound Pero no importa, él la cerveza es excelente y la comida tanto más. Suzie le saque las pintas mientras prepara la comida. Alan Maravilloso. Altamente recomendado por uno que vive cerca.

Disfrutamos de nuestro almuerzo de hoy. Mi hijo y yo tuvimos la cadera filetes con salsa de pimienta casero. Excelente calidad de carne perfectamente preparado. Suzie y Alan tienen un pub con muy buena cerveza de barril. Gracias por nosotros montaje en un concurrido domingo.

Siempre comida buena, aunque grandes porciones, y la señora Land es un muy exuberante y encantadora mujer que parece disfrutar realmente de lo que hace

Probably the most welcoming pub we have ever had the pleasure to visit. As soon as you walk through the door at The Blacksmiths Arms you know you have arrived at the right place. The landlords and locals are friendly and happy to chat. Comfy sofas by a roaring log fire and good selection of beers and wines. And, the food!! Freshly cooked and delicious meals from a varied menu. If you are looking for a friendly place to spend the evening and have an excellent meal - this is the place to go. Fantastic!

Great Beer, Great Food, Great Atmosphere and Great Hosts, what more could you want. I will definitely be returning

Had lunch here whilst looking for an old roadsign. Quiche was the daily special, £6.95 and pint of soft drink was £2.80. All good prices. Plenty of staff and all very friendly . Clean pub, with about 10 tables. Situated in a nice little village. Food all freshly made on the premises. Will try the Sunday roasts next yime,

Very friendly pub ,owners can`t do enough for you . Obviously the focal point of the village for the locals . Interesting and unusual choices on the menu ,can recommend the mexican beef marinated for 24 hours and then cooked for 9 hours..... so delicious!

Good selection of dishes you may not find in some pubs in the area like Thai Curry and vegetarian tart. The steak would be the one to order as it's said to come from several miles down the road!Some great facilities here for the children in the garden area. A slide and swing, and where the pool table is there is a tabletop football in the corner. Some updating of the facilities would make this a premium pub.

Had a meal whilst staying at local b and b. Good beer and varied menu. Snacks to specials board. This is a good, honest village pub just as they used to be. Made to feel welcome by the many locals who were drinking at the bar. Will certainly visit again if in the area

Stayed in Devon for a week and ended up going to this pub twice. Good was first class, beer great and staff (especially Julie) were very friendly. Wednesday night is a good time to visit as the pub has the weekly skittles night. Well worth the drive through the countryside to visit.

Visited on a Saturday evening and had a really lovely evening. The owners and staff were very friendly and we were made to feel welcome, despite not being local. As other have said, this is not a fine dining establishment, but it serves good, honest pub food with a friendly smile and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend or to re visit. The resident dog is absolutely fab and a real talking point. Our kids were delighted with him.

We had a family meal with 2 children aged 6 and 7. Lovely welcome, main courses and puddings were all delicious. Feel, hospitality and staff were all great. Children play area at the back and toys inside.

We were staying at Forest Glade and just so happened to stumble across Blacksmith Arms while we were looking on the internet for a place to eat during our stay. From the second you walk in you are greeted by friendly staff and locals alike. A traditional country pub with a lovely atmosphere throughout the night.However the main positive of this pub is the food. We all had a range of different meals but all enjoyed every single bite. The food was cooked to perfection and tasted delicious. If you are in the area I would definitely recommend a visit, well worth visiting!

From the minute we walked in the door we felt at home, great little country pub, excellent food, friendly service and we loved the dog!!

Happy experience- great welcome in our new local and we had a really enjoyable meal with well cooked and well presented food. We'll be back!

I've eaten in this pub many times, three times in the last week. The pub is owned by Suzie and her chef husband Alan. I have never had a bad meal there. The menu is wide with specials every day as well. I particularly like the Thai curry, but must say, the rump steak I had last week was wonderful. The beef is sourced from a farm a couple of miles away and it was tender, and cooked to perfection. This is not a posh boutique pub but a comfortable village pub run by welcoming publicans. The beer is also pretty good, I like Thatcher cider so tend to drink that, but their wines are also good.

We visited here with our two young children for dinner at 6pm on a Wednesday night. Such a friendly atmosphere and we were made to feel very welcome with toys available for the children to discover- the trains were a big hit!Food was beautiful and my venison pie was yummy. My son loved the fact that dogs were coming in with their owners for doggie treats.

Decided to visit here after reading the good reviews on trip advisor. The reviews are accurate and the food here is really good. Good choice on the menu and the owners explain it to you and make recommendations. It's all freshly cooked so variations (eg vegetarian) are possible. In fact the owner is vegetarian so it's nice to see plenty of choices on the menu. The pub is charming inside, old, traditional and used by the locals. If it's just one small negative, it was a bit chilly inside but the weather has been up and down lately, and they did their best with the log fire going and a small fan heater. This won't put us off visiting again though.

Was at Cullompton and was told about this place. Quick drive, about 4 miles, and we were there.Friendly staff...checkGood real ale...checkExcellent food....check.Whats not to like. A fantastic place, and I wish it was situated near Nottingham!!!

Staying locally at a Devon Farms listed B&B, Newcourt Barton, in Langford near Cullompton, our hostess recommended 3 local pub/restaurants in her welcome pack. We chose the Blacksmiths Arms at nearby Plymtree as the menu looked well planned and interesting and yet it was unpretentious - and still a nice night out in a local pub.It felt absolutely right from the minute we walked through the door: Susie runs the bar and Alan is the chef. What a combination!! None of the 'you're not local / neutral hello' routine - Susie was outgoing, friendly, utterly hospitable and thoroughly welcoming - and the evening just kept getting better. Friendly chat with equally warm locals (and their dogs!) set the scene - ably assisted by a log-burning stove and comfy sofas.The food is 4 star - so much better than 'pub grub' - and the wine list, although fairly short, offers some very good quality house wines at a fair price. In short - an unexpectedly high quality, fun and very good evening in the hands of a lovely couple. Thank you both !!And the 'added value' for sheer entertainment - their gorgeous, massive and utterly adorable Leonberger 4-year old dog .... Google the breed and then add 2 gallons of sloppiness and you're getting close!We'll be back!

Very well received by staff, nice local community people, very cozy...Loved!We still need to taste the food but we already heard something nice about.Next visit, food taste!

A lovely country pub,serving good food, and the owners are very welcoming. They do not mind putting their self out to give you what you want. A variety of main dishes and lovely desserts.

Many reviews refer to "the locals". I am one of those. I do not live in Plymtree but live a short drive from several pubs. My family and I always gravitate here without question. We are so fortunate. So many people would love a pub like this. Alan and Suzie are totally in tune with village life. They are at the heart of the village. They are good at their business but also generous in their support for village organisations and activities. They work very hard and deserve a good return, as well as their own personal time. Delicious food, served exactly as you ask; Alan even offers to cook something not on his menu, if he has it! Beer always unbeatable. Love the new flooring.

My friends and I have visited this village pub several times in the past few years. The owners, staff and locals are very welcoming, it has a great atmosphere - which means we always stay longer than planned. On this occasion a few weeks ago we visited for Sunday Lunch, my veggie friend had a nut roast, I had beef and pork Roast and my two other friends chose dishes from the specials board. Food was delicious and plentiful, there was a good selection of Ales (Otter Amber and Atlantic were on at the time) and they also have a good wine list. Thank you we will be back.

I never really thought about reviewing our local pub,we just take it for granted.This is a fantastic village pub,with great,welcoming atmosphere.We have had great evening meals here and Sunday lunches,nothing is too much trouble for Suzie and Alan.I am a vegetarian and they always go out of their way to accommodate me,they always have several exciting choices on offer for me.There is a good choice in the menu and there are always 'specials' on the board.Great hosts!Thank you both.

We were visiting the UK from France and had researched somewhere to meet friends whilst there. The website said that the pub was open on Tuesdays, but unfortunately, after travelling for more than an hour we discovered on arrival that it was closed! We were directed to another pub nearby, which actually turned out to be excellent. Next time we are in the area we will be returning there instead. We now notice that the pub has a new website with the correct opening hours - what a coincidence!

We were recommended to come here after visiting Quad World. great food, great beer and warm and friendly atmosphere. What more do you want!

We live in the next door village and we are always welcome with or without our dogs - the pub is friendly and they have a good menu to choose from - Alan and Suzie (and Jaeger) have become our friends :)

Proper local pub where your always sure of a welcome. Great place to take family. Hard to beat for an evening meal quality, quantity and a decent price. Relaxed atmosphere with gentle laughter spilling across the bar. Really can't see the point of going anywhere else!