Fox & Hounds Country Hotel Devon

18/09/2024

A guest sent us a link to this sign and we couldn't resist getting one and putting it up at our dog friendly hotel! 🤣

17/09/2024

Late Season Sea Trout & Salmon on the River Torridge

Tom and Matt got over to the Torridge to fly fish for sea trout and salmon with guide Anthony Willmington and had a great afternoon on the river. Read the fully story here:

https://foxandhoundshotel.co.uk/fly-fishing-on-the-river-torridge/

17/09/2024

Well the mornings are getting chilly! So it's free refills for hot drinks every Tuesday at the Fox & Hounds. Take a stroll through the 6 acres of grounds on the River Taw then recharge with a refreshing hot pot of tea or a coffee. Don't forget to bring your hound. 🚶‍♂️ 🐕 ☕️

12/09/2024

Hot summer days seem a distant memory at the Fox and Hounds but walking season has arrived. We're nestled in the Taw Valley. The Taw Valley runs for 30 miles. Straight through the heart of Devon. At Eggesford, steep sided valleys have been cut through the by the river. Presenting several great walks and fabulous views. All a short walk from the hotel through Eggesford or Heywood forest.

Explore on foot from the hotel or jump on the train at Eggesford station and explore the valley further afield. We're popular lunch and walk stop with train day visitors from Exeter and Barnstaple.

This morning at dawn the valley was stunning, despite the weather.

08/09/2024

We've Had Some Rain!😃
Not something that we ever thought we'd be happy to announce but the recent rains brought the river levels up over a foot which we desperately needed for the fishing. The colour is now falling and visibility is around 16-18". We were out yesterday evening looking for sea trout and salmon when the vis was only 3 or 4" and still managed half a dozen brownies punching above their weight on the big flies. Fingers crossed for a very strong finish to the season which ends 30 September. Give us a call if you like to come for some fishing while the river is in its prime!

29/08/2024

Every Thursday at the Fox & Hounds is Foxes Elevenses day! Complimentary Foxes biscuits with your tea or coffee for only £2.50.

28/08/2024

Imagine a hotel full to the brim of Dachshunds! We're trying to organise a special weekend just for Dachshunds before March 2025 at The Fox and Hounds Country Hotel in Devon. We’ve spoken to a lot of people who all love the idea and now we want to make it a reality!

We’ve created a page outlining the event, together with a form to get in touch if you’re interested. We've already had a massive response from our post on Instagram, so it looks like the event will definitely be going ahead, but we'd still like to get the word out to all Dachshund lovers, so do please share with anyone who might be interested. We have already lined up several Dachshund specialists, but we’d love to hear from anyone who can contribute skills and expertise.

https://foxandhoundshotel.co.uk/dachshund-days/

28/08/2024

The hotel will be closed on Saturday 31st for a private function. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. We will be open from Sunday for our carvery, book now to avoid any dissapointment.

Many thanks
Management

26/08/2024

Bank Holiday Monday! Ideally accompanied with our Caesar Salad, a lunch time burger or delightful cream tea.

Ideal after a bank holiday stroll around our six acres of grounds nestled on the banks of the River Taw. Doggies welcome! 🐕

24/08/2024

We've had some great special guests visit recently, including Eddie, a huge and beautiful Old English-Newfoundland cross; Angus, a gentle giant Scottish Deerhound; and Baloo, a six month old lab full of love and boundless enthusiasm! You can see them and many many more special guests in our pet gallery:
https://foxandhoundshotel.co.uk/pets

22/08/2024

Every Thursday is special at the Fox & Hounds... Coffee and Foxes biscuits for only £2.50! If you are hungry go for our delicious Devon cream tea only £7.50.

A lovely afternoon treat after a walk through local Eggesford forest. 🐕

20/07/2024

Fishing at dusk at Bridge Reeve on a lovely evening.

18/07/2024

The hotel will be closed for private functions on the following dates... 20th July, 21st July and 24th July
We apologise for any inconvenience caused by this and hope to see you soon.

07/07/2024

We’re offering up to 36% Off Bed and Breakfast stays between 1 July and 15 July. Prices start at just £99 and each stay includes a Cream Tea for Two.

Offered for room types from Small Double to Suites. Offer is subject to availability for new reservations for stays between 1 and 15 July. Please use Promo Code FLASH to book online or contact the hotel to book your stay. Not valid with any other offer. Please see our Offers page for details and booking:
https://foxandhoundshotel.co.uk/offers/

02/07/2024

We've just posted an event to welcome the The Great Western Morris Dancers this Saturday at 1:00pm. They’ll be here with their wavers, bells and sticks. Dancing at the Fox and Hounds 1:10pm.
The team are dancing as part of their Okehampton and Barnstaple rail tour. Join us in raising a seasonal summer glass, a light lunches and enjoy traditional Morris dancing from the Great Westerners!
Based in Exeter The Great Western team have recently danced in the USA, Italy, France and the Czech republic.

17/06/2024

Our new Fishing Report for May and early June is now available for the Taw and Torridge, as our catch count moves swiftly past the 400 mark, including a few sea trout and salmon!
https://foxandhoundshotel.co.uk/may-fishing-report/

14/06/2024

Check out our latest post of our recent visit to Paint Pots of Devon in Crediton. Just one of the many things to do in the area - especially on a rainy day!
https://foxandhoundshotel.co.uk/paint-pots-of-devon/
https://foxandhoundshotel.co.uk/to-do/

13/06/2024

This our lovely, gentle, recent guest, Sergeant. The latest addition to our ever growing Pet's Gallery!
https://foxandhoundshotel.co.uk/pets/

11/06/2024

Just a reminder that Katy of Courage Copse Creatives will be sharing her experiences of her journey down the River Taw this afternoon at 4:00pm. The performance will be riverside, taking place in the hotel's lower meadow. Listen to the sounds of the Taw as Katy brings to life her journey traveling the length of the river, interspersed with folktales both found and specially created. Katy is accompanied by musician / composer David Smale. Expect lyrical storytelling, transporting sounds and a glorious setting. Tickets to support this amazing project can be purchased from the link below, and there’s a link for more information about the project.
Tickets: https://barnstaplemuseum.org.uk/whatson/going-on-taw/
Project: https://www.local-devon-biochar-charcoal.co.uk/.../going.../

  Going on Taw (GoT) is a storytelling / poetry project travelling the length of the River Taw from Source to Sea. The project will gather stories from those who use/depend on the River and seven community groups geographically linked to it. The stories will be used to create a live professional pe...

07/06/2024

We will be closed tomorrow 8th June for a private function, we apologise for any inconvenience caused. Open as usual on Sunday, book now for Sunday lunch to avoid any dissapointment.

Management

24/05/2024

We have available shifts for Kitchen Porters to join the friendly Kitchen and Front of House teams at our busy restaurant. No experience necessary and suitable for applicants 15 and older. In addition to washing dishes, you will be trained by chefs to prepare desserts and basic food preparation. Please email [email protected]

17/05/2024

Over the past 18 months we’ve been delighted to support Katy of Courage Copse Creatives CIC and her incredible project to raise awareness of the river Taw, it’s historical significance to the area and ongoing issues that this delicate system faces. Last summer Katy brought two classes from Chulmleigh Primary School to explore the hotel’s section of the river Taw. In Late February she travelled the length of the river from Dartmoor to Barnstaple in her homemade canoe, documenting her journey and experiences. She returns this summer with a new storytelling and poetry show she has created. The performance will be riverside, taking place in our beautiful lower meadow. Listen to the sounds of the Taw as Katy brings to life her journey traveling the length of the river, interspersed with folktales both found and specially created. Katy is accompanied by musician / composer David Smale. Expect lyrical storytelling, transporting sounds and a glorious setting. Tickets to support this amazing project can be purchased from the link below, and there’s a link for more information about the project.
Tickets: https://museum-of-barnstaple-and-north-devon.arttickets.org.uk/museum-of-barnstaple-and-north-devon/2024-06-15-going-on-taw-eggesford-meet-at-fox-and-hound-hotel-bar
Project: https://www.local-devon-biochar-charcoal.co.uk/project/going-on-taw/

15/05/2024

One of our special offers for May and June includes Free Dinner and a Cream Tea for Two - plus we just wanted to say "Sunday, Monday - Happy Days" 🤣 Please see our Offers page for details of this and other current offers.
https://foxandhoundshotel.co.uk/offers/

09/05/2024

We're delighted to have been awarded the Travellers' Choice Award again for 2024. This is a special award for us as it is based on guest and customer reviews. According to Tripadvisor, "these hotels are among the top 10% of all listings on Tripadvisor, demonstrating a commitment to hospitality excellence."

We'd like to extend a huge thank you to everyone who contributed their thoughts and feedback through Tripadvisor. We're very proud of all of our staff and pleased that so many people appreciate the friendly, welcoming atmosphere, great food and lovely surroundings that the whole team is committed to providing.

06/05/2024

We have some vacancy for early May in our Luxury Treehouse which we’re offering at 20% off the normal rate. The Treehouse sleeps 2 adults and 2 children and includes wrap-around deck, brass bath, dish washer and wood burner!

Use the Promo Code TREE20 to book online or contact the hotel. Offer is subject to availability. Please note that the Treehouse has a 2 night minimum stay.
https://foxandhoundshotel.co.uk/treehouse/

04/05/2024

It's a glorious start to the Bank Holiday so why not bring the children and the dogs and join us for Tea on the Terrace or Lunch in the Garden and a lovely walk along the river!

30/04/2024

May and June can offer some of the best fishing of the year on Devon Rivers. Our Fishing Break package offers anglers Dinner, Bed & Breakfast in a small double room plus fishing ticket for just £159. We’re less than 3 hours from London by train, so catching the 12:03 from Paddington could see you on the river by mid-afternoon! Fishing tickets can also be added to any stay. For more information visit https://foxandhoundshotel.co.uk/offers/

28/04/2024

We're very grateful to regular guests John and Jo D. who kindly brought this amazing document of the Eggesford Estate Sale to show us. The document dated 5 June 1914 is almost exactly 100 years old and is a fascinating insight into local history.

20/04/2024

Tom proves you can catch lovely brown trout in the middle of a sunny, beautiful day as he releases this great looking fish just a few minutes ago on one of our many beats on the River Taw. The river is in perfect condition and the whole of the valley is in bloom, with the smell of wild garlic in the air. A perfect day to be out!

19/04/2024

Beautiful spring evening on the river today. Levels are down, water is clearing and plenty of fish to be found. If you're an angler, we have a great DBB angling package for £159. If you're not an angler, but just love the countryside, we have an amazing deal until the end of April for BB at just £99 including Afternoon Tea!