The Bowd Inn

Traditional Pub & Carvery in Sidmouth, East Devon.

A3052, Sidmouth EX10 0ND

Your Classic Country Pub & Restaurant on the A3052 between Sidmouth and Newton Poppleford

Nestled in the heart of East Devon, The Bowd Inn is a well-loved country pub offering hearty, home-cooked food in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

Known for its warm West Country hospitality, the pub is a place where locals and visitors alike can enjoy good food, good company and a comfortable, family-friendly atmosphere.

Whether you’re calling in for a quiet pint by the fire, sitting down to a traditional carvery roast, or meeting friends and family for a meal made with locally sourced ingredients,

The Bowd Inn offers a space to unwind and enjoy the moment. Our team takes pride in friendly service and thoughtful cooking, making sure every visit feels easy, enjoyable and worth returning to.

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What makes us different?

We take great pride in serving high-quality dishes made using locally sourced meat from our own Honiton butchery, The Crafty Cleaver, allowing us to maintain full confidence in the quality, provenance and preparation of every cut. This close connection ensures that every dish we serve is crafted with care, consistency and flavour at the heart.

Whether you’re joining us to enjoy our popular carvery (available Wednesday to Sunday), indulging in comforting traditional pub classics or exploring our thoughtfully prepared vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, our menus are designed to offer something for everyone.

With a spacious children’s play area, ample on-site parking and a warm, family-friendly atmosphere, The Bowd Inn is the perfect place for everything from casual lunches and family meals to celebrations and special occasions.

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Vast Drink Selection

The Bowd Inn offers a vast drink selection featuring local ales, fine wines, refreshing ciders, premium spirits, and a wide range of soft drinks.

Dogs Welcome

We love dogs! When booking a table, just let us know if your four-legged friend is joining you so we can reserve a comfortable, quiet spot.

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Fantastic Food

Ranging from delicious pub favourites to a much-loved carvery – we’ve got something for everyone! We’re vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free friendly too – just ask for details.

Play Area

We’re family-friendly and proud to offer a fun outdoor play area where little ones can explore and enjoy themselves.

Behind The Scenes At The Bowd Inn

Owner, David, brings a passion for great hospitality to everything he does – from The Bowd, which he proudly took over in August 2025, to The Heathfield Inn in Honiton and The Thirsty Farmer in Whimple, all part of the Inglenook Hospitality Group.

We’re delighted to share that Inglenook Hospitality was named Hospitality Hero at The Notty’s Awards 2025 and won Best Restaurant, Pub & Bar at The Exeter Living Awards 2025 – recognition that reflects the dedication of our entire team.

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Our Latest Reviews

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Just had a Cavery here. The cauliflower cheese was the best. Also the roast carrot lovely
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Came for a carvery Sunday lunch as the pub had recently changed ownership. I had the standard plate which was great - loads of meat (choice of beef, turkey and gammon) plus a wide variety of veg. Everything was perfectly cooked, the service was friendly and helpful and the prices were more than fair. Being able to book online is an added bonus. Will definitely be coming back!
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Great..
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Dan Bailey
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Brilliant place, good food but can get very busy which explains how popular this pub is
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Ria Russell
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Absolutely fantastic place. Very clean and comfortable. The staff are super efficient,friendly and charming. The carvery is to die for. Small plates are certainly generous but for those who want more then indulge in the regular plate. We cant wait to go again