Christmas is one of the best times of year in South Devon. Not only will you find the beaches full of people on Christmas Day, but also the pubs! Many of South Devon’s locals open for a few hours on Christmas Day so you can pop in and wish everyone a Merry Christmas. Whether you are wanting to take a break from cooking, or to end a walk, there are a few of our favourites to choose from that will be open on the big day. Check out Your Devon Escape’s recommendations below and pop into one of the pubs open on Christmas Day in South Devon.
One of the pubs open on Christmas Day in South Devon, pop in for a mince pie alongside a refreshing pint or Christmas cocktail. Say hello to the cheery locals also popping in for a tipple during their special day. Stroll along the estuary and pop in for a drink and celebrate.
THE JOURNEY’S END INN, RINGMORE
This is the perfect location for a pub trip on Christmas day. Enjoy the sea air on the one-hour round-trip walk from the Bigbury-On-Sea to the Inn. Take a seat and enjoy the atmosphere of this stunning inn open on Christmas Day. Located in Ringmore, you can either drive from one of our other properties, or park at Bigbury Beach and stroll from there.’
Take a stroll along Brixham harbour, absorbing the sea views, before heading to The Old Market House for a drink with the locals. Enjoy the company of your loved ones away from the Christmas cooking, relaxing with a festive drink.
THE PILCHARD INN, BURGH ISLAND
Take a stroll across Bigbury Beach to Burgh Island this Christmas Day to visit the Inn. Sip a pint overlooking the beach and sea and experience a unique festive moment. Within driving distance from all our other properties. Head on down to the beach and join the local for a cold sea swim followed by a well-deserved drink on the big day!
THE ROYAL CASTLE HOTEL, DARTMOUTH
Take a trip into lovely Dartmouth this Christmas Day. Enjoy a stroll down the embankment admiring the River Dart before heading into the Royal Castle Hotel for a well-deserved beverage. Pop in for a mulled wine or pint to celebrate with others before heading back to enjoy a delicious Christmas dinner. The perfect treat on Your Devon Escape.
Cosy up by the fire and enjoy a beverage with your nearest and dearest. Either make the trip here to simply just appreciate a drink in this traditional pub or make an outing of it by completing the circular walk from Thurlestone to Bantham, or by enjoying a stomp along South Milton Sands. Whatever the reason for the visit, it is an excellent place to escape the cooking and chaos that Christmas Day can sometimes be.
Or if you don’t want to head out and fancy something more intimate, why not add on one of our packages to your booking to enjoy on the big day. All our homes are kitted out with everything you need and more to not need to leave the house! Christmas is a time to over-indulge and treat yourself! And why not do it in one of our lovely properties. Check out our website today and book Your Devon Escape!
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