Sailing to a new place often includes the inevitable trip to a local pub for a cold drink and hearty meal. But when you’ve made it ashore, weak from hunger and ready for a well-deserved drink (alcoholic or otherwise), how do you know where to go?
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The Pandora Inn, Falmouth
The Pandora Inn features gorgeous flagstone floors, low-beamed ceilings and a thatched roof. However, you’ll be quick to swap these 13th Century features for a spot on the pontoon with views over the Restronguet Creek on a sunny day. Watch out for high tides as the pub's carpet often gets soggy on big springs!
Best for: Fresh local produce and an extensive wine list. And promise us you’ll try the fish pie!
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The Millbrook Inn, South Pool, Salcombe
Traditional French cooking meets English ingredients at the South Pool village pub - The Millbrook Inn. Located away from the Salcombe crowds, this great pub has won countless awards for excellence and, what's more, it also allows dogs!
Best for: A constantly changing menu full of French delights, but if it’s available go for the bouillabaisse.
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The Maltsters Arms, Tuckenhay, Devon
The Maltsters Arms is a riverside pub on Bow Creek, a tributary of the River Dart. With picturesque surroundings, you can play traditional board games by the open fire in the winter, or sip a local ale outside in the summer.
Best for: Fish specials picked up daily from the local market. They also serve breakfast from 8.30am and even have fairly good showers for visitors who have arrived by boat!
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The Ship Inn, Noss Mayo
Renovated using reclaimed materials, The Ship Inn in Noss Creek is appropriately nautical themed and spacious, yet cosy. Head down to try local beer and a great menu that changes daily. Fun fact - the pub was originally called The Globe Inn, then The Old Ship Inn before taking on it's current name!
Best for: Homemade food, very friendly staff and 'Gin of the week'! Make sure you take a stroll along the South West Coast Path while ashore!
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The Ferry House Inn, Plymouth
Enjoy views of the Cornwall & the Tamar River (and the Tamar Bridge) whilst eating local food and drinking local ales at The Ferry House Inn. Plenty of outdoor space and 2 indoor fires.
Best for: Food themed nights! American Diner Night on Thursdays and Gourmet Burgers on Mondays. Also, check out their incredible range of whiskies!
A couple of other options closer to Yacht Haven Quay
- The Bridge at Mount Batten - located at Plymouth Yacht Haven, this marina bar & restaurant does great food, great drinks and great specials! Don't forget to check out their epic fish tank too. Short stay visitor berthing available at Plymouth Yacht Haven.
- The Mess Room at Yacht Haven Quay - if none of these take your fancy, then come back to Yacht Haven Quay to enjoy some home-cooked food and relax on the new roof terrace! Open 7 days a week from 8.30am, this unique, upcycled, eco-friendly cafe is the perfect place to unwind. Short stay berthing available at Yacht Haven Quay for Mess Room visitors.
Photo Credits: Thanks to all the pubs listed in this article for use of their images