North Devon, is a haven for foodies especially when it comes to Sunday lunching and a traditional roast. Think crackling fires, coastal views and comforting plates piled high with golden roasties, Yorkshire puds and local meats — this is Sunday lunch North Devon style.
Here are a few of our favourite Sunday roasts near Woolacombe — all tried, tested and totally delicious!
The Farmers Arms at Woolsery
Best for: Stylish interiors and Sunday lunch but not as you know it!
We can vouch for the rave reviews The Farmers Arms receives. This lovingly refurbished pub offers ambience at every turn – from its effortlessly cool interiors to the even-cooler take on a family-style Sunday lunch in North Devon.
Begin your meal with house charcuterie, potted meat and veggie pâté, a tureen of steaming seasonal soup, springy homemade sourdough and hand-cut crisps with a herby dip.
Then, prepare to share: the main course arrives as a showstopping platter of roasted meats, veggies, golden roasties and gargantuan Yorkshire puds – the kind of North Devon Sunday roast dreams are made of.
It’s well worth the scenic drive from Woolacombe for one of the most memorable Sunday roasts near Woolacombe – and if you’re travelling with your four-legged friend, you’ll be pleased to know it’s a dog friendly Sunday lunch spot too.
Just be sure to save a little room for dessert… you’ll thank yourself later!
Where? 55 minutes’ drive
Visit their website: The Farmers Arms at Woolsery
The Tides Inn
Best for: Soul stirring sea views
A hop skip and a jump from No.9 Putsborough you can’t beat The Tides Inn for a perfectly picturesque place to enjoy one of the best Sunday roasts in North Devon. Expect giant Yorkshire puds alongside a smattering of delicious sides as as you tuck in with a breathtaking sea view for company.
Claim prime position on the decking if the weather allows or cosy up indoors beside the open fire — either way, it’s roast perfection.
An early breakfast and a bracing walk on the beach beforehand are highly recommended for this North Devon Sunday roast of Christmas sized proportions!
Where? 4 minutes’ walk
Visit their website: The Tides Inn
The Beach House
Best for: Spoilsome family dining and dog friendly Sunday lunch
Always a firm favourite with our guests, a warm welcome greets you (and your dog) at The Beach House Woolacombe. Their Sunday lunches are bursting with flavour; pick a West Country meat or the vegetarian/vegan option (think homemade sage and cranberry nut roast), and wash it down with some award-winning Devon wine, a cocktail, juice or ale for the most magnificent of proper Sunday roasts in North Devon.
At just a few minutes’ walk from No.9 Putsborough , it’s easy to roll home for a Sunday nap if you find you’ve over-indulged!
Where? 4 minutes’ stroll
Visit their website: Beach House Woolacombe
The Pyne Arms
Best for: Gastro pub groupies
Tucked away in the picturesque hamlet of East Down, North Devon, The Pyne Arms is the ultimate countryside escape for those who love beautifully crafted food and relaxed Sunday dining. Regularly named among the top gastropubs in the UK, it’s the perfect spot for a North Devon Sunday roast or a special evening meal.
Expect artfully presented plates and the freshest local ingredients — a true taste of North Devon. Whether you’re visiting from No.9 Putsborough or exploring nearby Woolacombe, this family-run pub is the perfect excuse for a lazy weekend well spent.
Where? 20 minutes’ drive
Visit their website: The Pyne Arms
Appetite whetted? Whether you’re after a buzzy countryside pub, a family-friendly spot, a dog friendly Sunday lunch or somewhere with a sea view, the North Devon Sunday roast scene is pure comfort food bliss. Book a stay at No.9 Putsborough to sample Sunday lunch and all the trimmings on offer!
