Devon and Cornwall boasts some of the finest coastline in the country. There are hundreds of fine sandy beaches and picturesque coves to be discovered. From the dramatic North Coast, exposed to westerly storms and pounding surf to the South Coast where the climate is more gentle.
For surfers, from groms to experienced alike, check out Widemouth Bay Surf Co
There are so many beautiful places… here are a few of my favourites.

Croyde Bay in North Devon, simple magnificent.

Holywell Bay, North Cornwall has the most wonderful sand dunes. This glorious place was used for most of the beach scenes in Poldark.

Millook with its incredible recumbent chevron folds (zig-zag rock formation to you and me). Photograph: Geoff Lewis

Polzeath Beach… many happy childhood memories.

The Lizard, Cornwall’s most southerly point.

We are blessed with an abundance of excellent local pubs, hotels and award winning restaurants close to Lobhill Farmhouse bed & breakfast and self catering accommodation.
Here are a few local suggestions.
The Dartmoor Inn, Lydford
Lydford, Tavistock, Devon EX20 4AY | 01822 820221
Regarded by many as a special place. The cooking is fantastic, the bar is warm, the style, which owes a bit to Sweden and a bit to New England, will make you feel at home. The restaurant is made up of a series of cosy, stylish dining rooms, each with its own identity. Although there are linen cloths and sparkling glassware on every table the feeling is relaxed.
The award-winning cooking is based on seasonal ingredients and much work has gone into forging links with local farmers and food artisans to ensure the best local produce. The bar has a great gin selection, wines and local ales. You’ll find a menu ranging from fabulously light fish and chips with green mayonnaise to a fillet of duck, vanilla apple purée, prunes and toasted almonds or a glorious Dexter rump steak. (My favourite place x)
The Blue Lion
Lewdown, Okehampton , EX20 4DL | 01566 783238
The nearest public house to Lobhill Farmhouse, the Blue Lion is located in Lewdown village, a lovely 20 minute walk from Lobhill Farmhouse.
The Blue Lion offers fabulous restaurant food and great Sunday roasts in a wonderful cosy pub atmosphere … and all within easy walking distance, how perfect!
Alder Vineyard
Lewdown EX20 4PJ | 01566 783409
Enjoy a mouth watering lunch and a glass or two of beautiful English wine, grown and produced just yards away from Lobhill Farmhouse.
The White Hart
Fore Street, Bridestowe, Okehampton EX20 4EL | 01837 861318
A village pub located in the heart of Bridestowe serving quality ales and honest, home-cooked food.
The Annex
Drake Road, Tavistock PL19 0AX | 07435 891 048
Serving wonderful Tapas inspired small plates … enjoy the relaxed atmosphere inside or if you’d prefer to take in the views of Tavistock The annex have heated outside covered seating on the terrace.
The Cornish Arms
15 West Street, Tavistock, PL19 8AN | 01822 612145
The Cornish Arms is set in the heart of Tavistock at the foothills of Dartmoor in the rolling countryside of Devon.
Found in the heart of this Stannary town, The Cornish Arms is so called as it was the last Coaching Inn before Cornwall. Run by proprietors husband and wife team John and Emma Hooker the Cornish Arms is a great British pub serving good honest food and drink in warm welcoming surroundings.
Lewtrenchard Manor
Lewdown, Near Okehampton, EX20 4PN | 01566 783 222
Diners are treated to a special dining experience created by Head Chef, Tom Browning. The quality of the cuisine attracts many non-resident diners to the restaurant and the atmosphere is cheerful and relaxed, with a lively buzz of conversation. This is partly due to the friendliness of the chef and staff, but the excellence and diversity of the cellar, which features modestly priced bottles from every wine producing region in the world, obviously helps.
Bearslake Inn
Lake Sourton, Nr Okehampton, Devon, EX20 4HQ | 01837 861334
The restaurant specialises in local produce. The South West of England is blessed with wonderful supplies of fresh meat, fish and vegetables direct from the farmer, fisherman or grower as well as a host of small artisan producers of cheese, ice cream, chocolates and smoked products to name but a few. In the snug bar, they primarily stock ales from the Otter Brewery in Honiton and Teignworthy Brewery Newton Abbot.

The nearest cities are Plymouth (28 miles) and Exeter (32 miles). They offer all the facilities you would expect from major cities including shopping, restaurants, cinemas, theatres and historic attractions.
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There are many historic and novel attractions in Devon and Cornwall. All the following attractions are in close proximity to Lobhill Farmhouse. From Dodgems to walking and Saxon history to bowling and surfing!
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A traditional Devon market town nestling in the northern foothills of Dartmoor, Okehampton is a great place for the outdoor enthusiast. There are cafés, takeaways and restaurants in the town centre with a super park.
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Tavistock is an old stannary town and was once the world’s major tin producing area. There is a charming Devon country atmosphere in the town with its pannier market and many old fashioned specialist shops. Here we find The Wharf (music events and cinema) and world famous Crebers Grocery Store – well worth a visit.
Major annual events for locals and visitors alike include: the Goose Fair in October, the Dickensian evening in December and the Tavistock Music Festival in May.
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Facilities
Lewdown is a traditional Devon village and has a small store with selected provisions, newspapers and a Post Office. There is a pub, The Blue Lion and our very own comedian Jethro!
History
One of the earliest villages to be built by the Saxons in West Devon. It is rumoured that Athelstan (first King of all England and Alfred the Great’s grandson) held court here in 931AD. The Jacobean Manor, Lewtrenchard Hotel, was built in 1600.
Facilities
Lifton in Devon, about 5 miles from Lobhill Farmhouse, has a well stocked store with plenty of provisions, newspapers, an off-license and a Post Office. There are 3 places to eat and drink.
History
Lifton has ancient beginnings as it is one of the earliest villages in West Devon to be founded by the Saxons, and it was first recorded as Liwtune in the will of King Alfred (about 880 A.D.). It was of considerable strategic importance being so near the River Tamar and the Cornish border.
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