The Anchor Inn in Torridge

Nice pub with good food, a pool table, darts board and a decent outside area. Some parking in site but plenty surrounding.

Went to the Anchor Inn, Hartland, last night & what a lovely pub this is & very warm friendly welcoming staff & locals plus a great wood burner blazing away, even bumped into Andy a local artist from Wilderland music. I went for the sirloin steak with the usual trimmings & everything was cooked well although it was slightly cooked more than ordered but I didn't mind as it was really tasty, it came with vine cherry tomatoes, Portobello mushroom, chips & onion rings plus a choice of sauces as extra to which I opted for the blue cheese which was also very nice. The only thing I would query is I'm sure It's not a 10oz as advertised but hey again it certainly done the job & filled a me up lol as I washed it all down with a very good Salcombe ale. Dawn went for the pork madras from the specials board which was also very tasty & came with rice & poppadom, I was pleasantly surprised as I wouldn't usually use pork in a curry but all the right elements were there in the fragrant aromatic sauce with a subtle medium kick of spice's coming through it so thumbs up to the chef. The local produce used together with some cracking ales & very good prices for both plus the atmosphere here were very good so overall this was a very good evening & we'll definitely be back in the future😋🥩🍛🍺👌🏻🎤😃👍🏻

Stayed there for a birthday party. Had a wonderful time. Lovely venue, very polite and welcoming staff and a cosy clean room. Breakfast was very good and we particularly enjoyed the bar area too. Would thoroughly recommend it to anyone.

Really delightful place to stay.. Friendly staff.. great rooms and food.. the place has I nice energy.. they have regular things going on.. live music.. weekly quiz etc

A cosy pub with live music, delicious food and a friendly set of staff! If you are stopping by for a bite then I highly recommend the sea bass and the sticky toffee pudding - amazing! 👌 A big thanks to Megan for going above and beyond our needs whilst staying the weekend there.

Great atmosphere and music at the monthly Jam session

We had two meals here while we were camping in Hartland. The first meal was delicious, the service very good and the atmosphere lively. The second meal was good but not exceptional and the service was much slower, with fairly long waits for the order to be taken and between courses.

Visited for a 40th birthday meal well out of season. It was a Saturday night in December so not many options in Hartland. A good range of beers including low-alcohol on tap. Friendly staff and quick to come to the table but food took an hour and a half to arrive even after asking if there was an issue in the kitchen. When the food did come it was average at best, vegan burger was burnt and not home-made chips.

Good old pub. Excellent food and beer plus live entertainment what more can you wish for! Lovely staff would definitely go again.

We, wife and I, stayed at the Anchor from Thursday to Sunday. The staff, Megan and Harry looked after us very well, the food was excellent and the wine and beer was very reasonable. Our bedroom was warm and comfortable and had everything we needed.

Very welcoming and great ambience with the fire burning. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. Food was exceptional. We would highly recommend the Anchor as a ‘must visit’

I called into the Anchor this morning without a reservation, met with a member of staff called Sally who couldn’t have been more helpful and attentive regarding my request for breakfast. Literally nothing was too much trouble and I felt extremely welcome and comfortable. What an attribute Sally is to the Anchor staff team. The breakfast was superb too. Thank you Sally. Will definitely be visiting again.

Great Vegan food options, service is good and staff are really friendly

What a little Gem of a find… after walking all day I went here for a drink and some food to find they were doing roast in the evening was a bonus. It was so delicious as well one of the best roasts I’ve had in a while. The fire was lit, the staff were lovely and they had a live singer who was incredible. Couldn’t have got more perfect. Thank you 😊 Defo a visit needed if in the area

Very friendly people clean rooms lovely food

We stayed at The Anchor Inn for 1 night. Our room was lovely, very comfortable. Felt very home from home. Had everything we needed for a cosy evening. Ate in the bar on the evening. Food was delicious. Especially the crumble. Breakfast the following morning was lovely. All the staff were very friendly. Would definately visit this beautiful little place again.

The food was very good nicely cooked and served

We went here for Sunday dinner. Lovely roast dinner - I had lamb, my sister chicken. The 2 husbands had burgers & thoroughly enjoyed them. Lovely staff too. Would recommend

We went two nights running whilst walking the SW coast path; great service and good food. Would recommend highly and especially the pies!

Excellent food , dog friendly and friendly staff

Superb food that makes you feel glad to have eaten it. Extremely friendly staff. Even the locals use it a lot so it must be good.

Best pub in Hartland, all the staff are lovely. Great Ales and fair prices

Cozy hotel with loving hosts. Simple, lovingly furnished family room with its own bathroom/shower. Sufficient breakfast with various cereals, yoghurts, jams, juices and toast (white or brown). Coffee or tea. Choose from Porridge, Vegetarian Breakfast, Full English Breakfast or Poached Eggs on Toast. Restaurant comfortably designed, a Guinness or Salcombe to round off the meal. Parking spaces behind the house. Recommended hotel!

Beautiful family room. The kids loved it. Nice dinner. Pub with a lot of games

We had a really delicious meal with friends at the Anchor last night. We had the hake and the prawns which were both were really excellent and very tasty. The service, was as ever, delightful - thank you!

A fantastic place to stay, with lovely staff, a wonderful atmosphere and good food. We have been back 3 years in a row and never been disappointed.

Great stay, lovely service. Wonderful for solo travellers. Thank you for another lovely evening. I felt like it was home from home.

Booked for evening Sunday roast arrived and got seated in the nice light & airy dining room. Lovely atmosphere with live music in the bar. It was super busy & the waitresses were rushed off their feet, running at times to take orders. Our food came out super quickly & looked delicious but unfortunately all of the vegetables were barely warm & the roast potatoes were more like just boiled. We didn't get the opportunity to call over the waitresses to ask for hot food as they sped by us when a table of 8 & 4 arrived. We looked over as their food arrived too & certainly no steam coming off their food either. No check was made to ask us if everything was okay (always a mistake we think) The veg tasted okay the beef was nicely cooked and presented with a lovely yorkshire pudding but it was such a disappointment it was cold. The waitresses were friendly & polite on arrival. We had ventured out on a cold rainy evening to eat here.

Really good breakfast great service

Very nice village, but food was very expensive, not much on the menu and wasn't tasty

Partner and i had a nice evening pint in the company of Mrgan :)

Staff is very friendly and service minded. Food very good. Nice terrace if the weather allows.

Nice , clean pub with great Guinness staff are amazing and it's very dog friendly. Nice outdoor area to sit when the sun is shining

This was our first meal out when we arrived to our holiday destination. The food we had was lovely and was planning to visit again before we went back home but unfortunately never got chance but would highly recommend and hopefully will return soon.

Had a very pleasant evening here and enjoyed a lovely meal. It's only a few minutes walk from the campsite in Hartland, if you're staying there. The staff were super friendly and took time to ensure you are happy with everything. They definitely went the extra mile.

Had Sunday lunch here, lovely place with great view. The food was very good and very well priced, good selection of beers.

My friend and I booked a twin room at The Anchor for a 2 night stay. The room was well equipped, clean, with a good size en suite bathroom and very comfortable beds. Considering it is a working pub it was surprisingly quiet at night, which was great for us. We both opted for the full English breakfast which was delicious. The room rate was £85 per night including breakfast, great value for money.

Food was sooooo good! Couldnt eat it all but they were happy to pack it up for me to eat at the Youth Hostel later. And the waiting staff were fantastic, as someone who also does that job, they were brilliant given how many tables they covered. And the regulars were super friendly too.

Sat in the sun enjoying our drinks in the garden. Great views

Lovely family meal. Pre ordered, as there was 10 of us. All severed within 10 min of arriving and it was very nice.

Food good but a Very long wait for the food 3/4 for our main meal. They forgot our pudding so had to wait another half hour

We are staying in our motorhome nearby and walked down for dinner. We had decided where we were going but as it started to rain we went into the first pub we found. I’m so glad we did! Lovely old traditional pub, friendly staff and great food! We had to wait quite a while for our dinner but I didn’t mind as it was all homemade and freshly cooked. I’m vegetarian and get used to the usual boring selection but the vegan vegetable plait I ordered was one of the nicest meals out I’ve ever had in a pub ☺️

I was staying locally and came here 3 consecutive days for lunch. The service was friendly, the locals were welcoming and the food was tremendous (imaginative and varied vegan and vegetarian choices). The local dogs were also great and my 2 Irish Setters were given a fuss, treats and a water bowl and they loved it too. Great beer, also! Will definitely come back here when in the area. Thank you all and hope to be back soon.

We went to this restaurant for evening dinner, the first visit had 1 server, think she was Manager/owner due to staff not turning up, she worked very hard to take orders and serve. The next day, curry night we booked and were told they had a party of 15 for curry, at 6.30pm could we adjust our booked time to be earlier or later, we opted for earlier 6pm. 1hr & 40mins later all we had was a starter, 4 of the large group were late and turned up at 7pm, they were served straightaway, after the rest of the group had commenced eating, although we had ordered curry too and were just ignored. We had changed our time to help the restaurant but at 7.40pm, we paid the bill and left, with no curry.

Pub: Excellent food and service, would definitely recommend the chowder and the Jail Ale.

Lovely little pub, good selection of ciders and food was 10/10, sometimes a little low on staff so might have a little wait but they are all lovely and friendly. Allows dogs

This pub is a gem. Such a cosy atmosphere, with a welcoming homely feel. Lovely wood burner to add to the cosy feel and the food was gorgeous. The owner and staff were very friendly. Really clean cute ladies toilets. I absolutely LOVED this pub. 💖

Warm, friendly establishment, with some good drinks on tap. Definitely worth a second visit.

Great bar friendly staff food was good and they have a great water feature down the fireplace 😅

We were not in accommodation. We just visited for a drink, the service was friendly and very helpful. They were dog friendly, giving our dog a bowl of water and treats, we will go back during our stay in Hartland,

Excellent meal, best ploughmans my husband has ever had, chicken ballotine superb, very nice staff. Great atmosphere.

a great little pub with a weekly open mic night which attracts a good gathering! Very reasonably priced drinks indeed .. well worth a visit

Had dinner twice in this pub, great food and nice atmosphere

Very friendly and welcoming staff. Good choice of food and reasonably priced. Only negative was my halloumi was a bit over cooked. Overall a good experience

Village pub feel and newer public function room seating and tables. Menu interesting and creative by the chef cooked and seasoned very well. Made best use of local produce. Very tasty dishes enjoyed by all our party. Lovely staff attentive and quick. Thank you.

Great Sunday lunch and great friendly staff

This place is amazing rooms are great but the staff are 10 stars so lovely, accommodating and downright brilliant.we have felt so welcomed and can't wait to return.xx

Living in South Devon, we were able to take advantage of some glorious weather to travel to the north of the county at short notice. our stay at the Anchor was all we could have wished for, clean room, overlooking some countryside, Sensibly priced accommodation, food and drink. a pleasant patio to enjoy our drink and food in the sun. Friendly staff and ample parking.

The first evening of our hols. and called in for a drink. The menu was so mouthwatering we stayed for a meal and it was gorgeous. My friend ordered the halloumi burger and I the veg lattice, which was so delicious......along with the extra friendly series, the evening was a delight. Thanks all very much

My wife and I spent two nights at this lovely little BnB. We had been here a few years previous to have some lunch and it was undergoing some renovation works at the time. When we came back we were very impressed with the new look of the restaurant area and the terrace beer garden area is lovely and modern. The pub/bar area has still got all of its original charm that you would expect from a traditional pub. The rooms are very clean, smart TVs and very comfy beds. My only small criticism would be that the showers aren’t very powerful and there is no hair dryer or fan provided. We always bring our own fan to hotels anyway, just incase! We paid £80 a night and this included breakfast (very reasonable) and the breakfast is made to a high standard with quality ingredients. We also ate on both evenings in the restaurant as we enjoyed the roast so much on the first Sunday night that we stayed, again the food was just exceptional! The 2nd evening my wife had the mussels and I had the sea food chowder, it really was some of the best we have tried! The drink prices are also very reasonable compared to most pubs these days. 10/10 service and lovely, friendly staff. Would highly recommend and definitely stay again!

We cannot recommend this place enough! We had such a lovely welcome from the two members of staff that evening, super friendly. The food was amazing, can definitely recommend all four dishes we had! Especially the asparagus and goats cheese starter and the amazing sea bass! Great flavors and really fresh. Great decor and just a lovely atmosphere. Will definitely be back, thank you.

Visited on a Wednesday night, which is their regular curry night, and had an interesting table next to the piano. There were 4 different curries on offer so we chose the vegetarian and the Beef Massaman both of which were really good, not too spicy though, just as we liked - the other two options were hotter apparently, and extra chilli was available. There was a good range of beers to accompany the food and I can especially recommend the Italian lager - Polpetti, smooth and tasty. It was a very busy evening and the staff were rushed off their feet (the price of popularity!) but they were all unfailing good humoured and friendly with a particular shout out to Laura, I think it was who served us. In common with a lot of places these days they are trying to recruit additional help. We would definitely return here if/when we're back in the area

This is a fantastic place to stay, such a warm atmosphere and lovely rooms and restaurant. I highly recommend this for a stay

Lovely Food & Drink BRAVO ! Amazing pub food classic dishes , great drinks and lovely staff . Such a gem in Hartland can’t wait to come back

Great place to stay, very clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly and made you feel welcome. Breakfast was delicious and we enjoyed a nice evening meal. I would recommend staying there.

Faultless, service, food, ambience, comfort ale, and value for money. A definite go to venue if your in the area...

Decided to visit today (mother's day) so had expected to be fully booked and unable to slot me in. There were a lot of tables booked (maybe even fully booked?!) However, the staff were very accommodating, very friendly and felt the atmosphere was more than welcoming. As mentioned, I expected a wait on food, again pleasantly surprised as there was no waiting, the food was fantastic, the facilities (male toilets, outside seating area) were clean and fresh. All in all a very pleasant experience. For anyone looking for a great day out in Hartland, this place comes highly recommended by me, it is in a great spot, there are plenty of parking spaces behind the buildings, I will definitely visit again soon!!!

Outstanding! Probably one of the best Sunday Roasts I’ve ever eaten and in my 50s, I’ve eaten a lot. Everything was piping hot, freshly cooked, loads of flavour, delicious! Thank you!

Absolutely fantastic place to eat and drink. Welcoming helpful staff. Clean warm and welcoming environment. Dog friendly, open fires. Food absolutely outstanding. Fine dining standard at pub prices, an absolute gem!

This is an excellent village pub with delicious food and a very warm welcome from the hosts Fif and Ann. The rooms were clean and very comfortable. We stayed with family and friends for 3 nights to celebrate New Year’s Eve and had a fabulous time. I highly recommend this friendly pub for a chance to enjoy and explore the Hartland peninsula and the coastal path. We will be back !

Very welcoming staff. Really nice ales. Good value pub food, well cooked. Dog friendly, he was given lots of treats! Lovely warm log fire. We went there in the afternoon to thaw out after a long cold walk. There is a lot going on at this venue. They have a dart board and a pooltable which are becoming sadly rare. They also have regular music nights. I wish we lived nearer!

Long time since been to Anchor but decided to go out for Friday night meal. Ambiance good, friendly waiting staff who couldn't do enough. We ordered steak, pan fried chicken and pie of the day. All three of us were suitably impressed with presentation and taste of all our meals. Very competitive pricing. 4 glasses of wine, 2 pints of beer, 3 meals and a treacle tart total 87. For a local pub food excellent.

Friendly staff and locals. Nice beers. A little bit of live music. Didn’t eat or stay but would definitely give it a go.

Ate here whilst we were walking the coast path and delighted to find the food was excellent. Fairly priced and Gastropub quality. well worth a visit.

Fabulous place. Great food and drinks and the staff are ace. We spent four evenings in the Anchor either eating or just partaking in a few bevvies and the locals and visitors were awesome.

We chose the Anchor Inn as we wanted to hike the coast path around Hartland Point and Hartland Quay. The room we were given consisted of two individual rooms, both with TV’s and they were clean and comfortable. The staff are very friendly and helpful...

A lovely place recommended by a local as we walked through the village. We sat outside on the terrace with our dogs. Lovely meals came fast and were tasty, just the right amount.

The owners kept us informed about a rock band that were performing during our stay, which was most considerate. The staff were very friendly and helpful, especially Laura the manager. The room was clean and average sized, with everything we needed. We ate in the...

We had a amazing Sunday lunch at the Anchor. There was a great selection of roasts to choose from, all with a delicious Yorkshire pudding and a generous amount of veggies (including a delicious cauliflower cheese). Top marks for having a good amount of gravy...

We had a meal on a very busy evening and the staff worked so hard to make our dining experience pleasant which they certainly succeeded. The food was wonderful, service was slick and cheerful and everyone was more than happy with the quality of the...

We stayed for one night in a family suite which was a perfect layout for our needs. The beds were comfortable and great to have a TV in both rooms. The staff were all very friendly. The food was really good especially breakfast.

This is a great pub, with a varied menu, very good food, and attentive and quick service. Well worth a visit if you are in the area.

I was enjoying walking the SW coastal path. The hotel was inland but the manager was happy to collect me and all the staff so friendly, nothing was a bother. We had an excellent dinner and a few beers listening to a fantastic folk band...

Had a couple of late afternoons in The Anchor sitting out on the terrace one afternoon and in the bar the other. Lots of doggy treats for our Alfie too!! Great beer and friendly owners and locals. Had a great Sunday lunch and really enjoyed...

We visited for Sunday lunch. The room was comfortably warm on a cold windy day. The staff were welcoming. We had the roast beef. The meat portion could have been more generous, although cooked to perfection. The sticky toffee pudding was wonderful! Moist, light, juicy...

Visited with friends for Sunday lunch and booked here as our first choice wasn't available and they had enjoyed meals here before. The good: Light and airy and plenty of room around the tables. Car park available at rear. On a Sunday you expect a...

We arrived late in the afternoon after booking a last minute night away. The room we were shown to was a little on the small size and was rather cold. The bedroom had everything we needed but the en suite bathroom was cramped and rough...

Lovely welcome from the pub when our family of 15 descended on this village local!!! Was so welcoming we was told about a local quiz night of theirs. Which we had a great time attending. Pint beer and chips, was delicious!!! Would highly recommend if...

Recently stayed here with my husband, what a Lovely Place. The room was big and airy with everything you need including a comfortable bed, the breakfast was Lovely, you can choose what you want with as much tea and coffee you want. It's well cooked....

Disappointing meal, the last time we visited the food was excellent and presentation complimented the food. But now a new winter menu and a new chef. I have to say there wasn't a lot I would eat, so afraid to say not a patch on...

We turned up after a long walk (not necessarily in the best of moods as we'd gotten lost) and were delighted to have a friendly welcome, good service and a great meal which lifted our spirits. In particular, the mushroom risotto was the best I've...

I booked a table over a week ago based on the reviews here for yesterday evening at 7pm. We arrived approx 5 mins early. There was nobody on reception so we wandered around to the bar. A nice chap with a cloth cap showed us...

Great welcome and great food. Knowledgeable staff and pub was very dog friendly, the staff making a fuss of our pup. Ate outside on the terrace and food came very quickly. My venison burger was delicious.

We called in at The Anchor Inn a couple of times during our holiday. The first time enjoying some drinks on the fabulous sun terrace and, on the second occasion, having a great meal inside. The menu was varied, well priced and catered for a...

What a fantastic double portion of chips !! We were on our way to watch a Skakespeare Play at Hartland Abbey with two hungry kids only to find that the pub we had booked for supper was closed due to Covid. The landlady at the...

Well what can I say, we spent a week in hartland & visited the anchor on a number of occasions. What a great establishment. The food was amazing, if you like prawns you must have the prawn sandwich so tasty. The staff & locals were...

We went to The Anchor twice during our week in Hartland and both times were top class. Staff were very helpful, and the chicken & ham hock pie was indeed "a proper pie", as described on the menu! Similarly the fish pie was a success!...

We have been to the anchor for a meal and takeaways since Oct last year and every time the food has been outstanding. I always try something new and have never been disappointed . The service is good and the staff friendly and welcoming. The...

I was well looked after by the lovely people at the Anchor. After a long, sweaty day hiking they picked me up from the path and give me a lift back to Hartland Quay in the morning. Dinner and breakfast were perfect, including a delicious...

Turned up with no prior booking, but we were made very welcome. Staff were very pleasant, food was amazing and swiftly served. Very impressed by the vegetarian options, even though we're not veggie! Highly recommended.