The Thorverton Arms

9.4
Exceptional
(211 reviews)

The Bury, Thorverton, Exeter EX5 5NS, United Kingdom

+44 1392 860205

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Hotel Description

The Thorverton Arms, located at The Bury, Thorverton, Exeter EX5 5NS, United Kingdom, is a charming traditional pub with rooms that offers a unique stay in the heart of the English countryside. Originally a former coaching inn, this welcoming hotel retains much of its historical charm while providing modern comforts. Situated just 8.1 miles from the Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery and 11.2 miles from the stunning Victorian country house, Knightshayes, guests are ideally placed to explore the rich culture and history of the region. The hotel’s warm and inviting atmosphere is perfect for those looking for a relaxing retreat, with a cozy yet contemporary design that complements the natural beauty of its surroundings.
The six rooms at The Thorverton Arms are designed to provide a comfortable and peaceful stay. Each room is equipped with modern amenities, including en suite bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffee-making facilities, ensuring that guests feel right at home. The cozy interiors create a soothing ambiance, with thoughtful touches like soft furnishings and attractive décor. Guests rave about the comfort and cleanliness of the rooms, with many highlighting the quality of the beds and the peaceful surroundings.
In addition to comfortable accommodations, The Thorverton Arms offers a relaxed restaurant serving traditional British pub cuisine, perfect for a casual meal after a day of exploring. Guests can enjoy a hearty full English breakfast in the morning, and the on-site bar is a great place to unwind with a pint or two. The leafy beer garden and patio add to the relaxed vibe, making it an ideal spot for guests to enjoy the fresh air during warmer months.
The hotel is also pet-friendly and offers free parking, making it a convenient choice for guests traveling with pets or those arriving by car. Though there’s no fitness center or spa, the cozy, laid-back atmosphere of the pub provides a perfect place to relax. The hotel’s service is often praised by guests, with many noting the friendly and attentive staff who go above and beyond to ensure a pleasant stay.
For those looking to explore the surrounding area, The Thorverton Arms is well-connected to local attractions and transportation options. The hotel is a short drive from Exeter, where visitors can explore historical landmarks such as Exeter Cathedral and the Royal Albert Memorial Museum. Additionally, the popular Crealy Theme Park & Resort is just a 31-minute drive away, making it an ideal location for families.
The Thorverton Arms is located close to a variety of dining options, including The Exeter Inn (just a 1-minute taxi ride away), Bickleigh Mill Bistro (9 minutes by taxi), and Belluno Newton St Cyres (15 minutes by taxi). For those looking to enjoy a traditional British meal, Bill’s Exeter Restaurant is a 20-minute taxi ride from the hotel. With easy access to public transportation, including Silver Street (just a 7-minute walk) and Bullens Close (5 minutes on foot), getting around is easy and convenient.
Guests can feel assured that their well-being is a priority, with the hotel following health and safety measures to ensure a safe stay. Whether you’re in the area for sightseeing, a family trip, or simply looking for a peaceful getaway, The Thorverton Arms offers a warm and welcoming environment for all types of travelers.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Former coaching inn with historical charm and modern comforts

2. Six cozy rooms with en suite bathrooms, TVs, and tea-making facilities

3. Full English breakfast included, served in a relaxed pub restaurant

4. Pet-friendly with free parking, ideal for families and travelers with pets

5. On-site bar and leafy beer garden offering a relaxed atmosphere

6. Conveniently located near Exeter Cathedral and the Royal Albert Memorial Museum

7. Close to popular attractions like Crealy Theme Park & Resort and Killerton House

8. Only 27 minutes by taxi to Exeter Airport, with easy public transport options

9. A short drive from popular local dining options and bistros

10. Complimentary Wi-Fi for guests throughout the property


6.6 Good

Location rating

Top sights

Exeter Cathedral
21 min
Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery
19 min
Crealy Theme Park & Resort
31 min
Killerton House
14 min
National Trust - Killerton
14 min

Nearest locations

The Exeter Inn
1 min
Bickleigh Mill
9 min
The Bistro & Bar
9 min
The Stables at Cowley
13 min
Belluno Newton St Cyres
15 min
Zizzi - Exeter
19 min
Bill's Exeter Restaurant
20 min
Southernhay House Restaurant
20 min
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Good to know

Check-in15:00
Check-out10:00
Location rating6.6
Nearest airportExeter Airport
Travel time to airport27 min

Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)

Check-in: Fri, Dec 06
Check-out: Sat, Dec 07
    Official Hotel

    $102

    Agoda

    $88

    Vio.com

    $89

    Booking.com

    $102

    goseek.com

    $89

    Bluepillow.com

    $90


Location

The Bury, Thorverton, Exeter EX5 5NS, United Kingdom

Airports:

Exeter Airport

Taxi: 27 min

Transit: 58 min

Bristol Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 25 min

Cardiff Airport

Taxi: 2 hr 21 min

Transit:

Silver Street

Walking: 7 min

Bullens Close

Walking: 5 min


Nearby locations

6.6

Good Location

In former coaching inn, this traditional pub with rooms is 8.1 miles from the Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery and 11.2 miles from the elegant Victorian country house Knightshayes.

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Amenities and Facilities

Pets

Pet-friendly

Parking & transportation

Parking

Policies & payments

Smoke-free property

Food & drink

Restaurant

Bar

Breakfast

Wellness

No fitness center

No spa

Children

Kid-friendly

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

No pools

No hot tub


Reviews

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9.6

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Geoff Brown

5/5
Absolutely terrific country pub. Smashing staff serving lovely, simple - but superb - pub grub. Excellent drinks range. Ask for the wine list as they have some crackers. Excellent bedrooms which despite being small are clean and beautifully presented. Lovely pub garden as well. All in the heart of a charming village.

Room 4

Service 5

Location5

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Giselle M

5/5
We had the warmest welcome and the most wonderful stay at the Thorverton Arms. ||We had a one-night stopover to break up a short visit to Cornwall. We had a lovely room in the pub - small but with absolutely everything we might need. …

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Bill Moore

5/5
Can't fault it. All staff extremely friendly and helpful. Accommodation was very comfortable, spotless and had everything you need. The pub part was very much a friendly local with a warm atmosphere and good array of drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. The restaurant was really pleasant and food was really good quality, homely and plentiful! Breakfast likewise! Will definitely visit again. Best place I have stayed at for a LONG time! It serves the community in a number of ways and the locals often refer to it as the 'Hub'!

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Jim McManus

5/5
We discovered the Thorverton Arms when we were looking for overnight accommodation for a wedding event being held at nearby Pitt Farm. The rooms were lovely, recently decorated, very clean and comfortable and great value. We received a really warm and friendly welcome with tea and coffee and upon our return from the day's festivities, we were welcomed back by many of the locals and the pub staff for a few drinks before we went to bed. We were also really pleased we stayed for the roast dinner the next day before heading back. It was amazing and again, really good value. I wish we lived closer as we would love to be able to make this place our local. Amazing people, food, drinks and accommodation, thanks so much for looking after us!

PS

Paul S

5/5
Second time we’ve stopped off t the Thoverton Arms to break up our journey to Cornwall, the owners , Staff and locals are very friendly and welcoming,| We ate in the pub and cannot recommend eating here high enough, great food, generous …

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Lynda Brice

4/5
Wonderful sunday lunch today, food excellent, very generous with size of mealPleasant staff, but spoilt with poor welcome. Stood at bar for ages to order drinks, only to be told to sit at table & drink order would be taken from table. We then had to remind them that we hadn't had order of food taken by after half an hour waiting! However lovely place, tables beautifully presented.

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StarLight Blue2

5/5
✨️Stopped here for a couple of ciders after a very long warm walk around the surrounding countryside. Proper country pub 👌 didn't get a chance to try the food we came in when they weren't serving. However, the menu looked delicious. Really nice location put in the country ! 🍻

Service 5

Location5

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Michael Blake

5/5
Went here with Mid Devon Network Business Network for our Christmas party. Terrific service for us, food was really very good and our host even put on a fun quiz for us. Great time had by all, thank you and see you again soon!Returned today for their renowned Sunday Roast. We were not disappointed! Beef for me and turkey for my wife. Great selection of vegetables, gravy really full of flavour and potatoes cooked just right. Yorkshire pudding is nice and crispy too. It's really good value and their selection of THREE real ales on tap goes down well too. Their service is fast and efficient, you won't be hanging around waiting for long either. Can't recommend this place enough! Book now!

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Ian Fenn

4/5
Great pub for food, one of the "if you want a dessert don't have a starter" pubs because you don't have room for both. Great starter is the mushrooms in sauce. Have extra bread, as you will need it to soak up all the sauce at the end. Pie of the day very good and veg all well cooked. Burger with cheese is also very good. OK, it's hard to find, and the roads are narrow, but it is really worth the trip. Update 14th June: I had sunday lunch here today, all 8 of us had a great Sunday lunch, a good selection of veg and plenty of very well cooked meats, pleasant and attentive servers, in all a very good experience. Will be back again in the future.

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Chloe Easter

5/5
What a wonderful stay we had, Mandy and Steve were lovely! Super helpful and friendly, amazing snacks behind the bar and super cute beer garden 🤩

Room 4

Service 5

Location5