A PLACE WORTH KNOWING
Take a little detour into the valley
A stream beside the old mill, greenery around the terraces and a fireplace to settle beside inside. Bickley Mill makes an inviting countryside stop for lunch, supper or a night away.
Bickley Mill sits in Stoneycombe, a separate countryside stop near Abbotskerswell rather than a pub on the village square. The former flour mill gives the visit its character: stonework, a stream and a choice of places to pause, from the snug to a table on the terrace. Come with time for a proper meal, or turn supper into an overnight escape in one of the individually decorated rooms. The current menu moves between familiar pub favourites and dishes such as pappardelle with courgette and olives, while Sunday brings roast beef and a nut-roast option. There is no need to stay the night to eat here. Choose the season that suits you: a fireside table when it is cold, or the leafy outdoor setting when the weather allows. Before setting off down the lanes, check the homepage for private-wedding closures and book the table you have in mind.
The lovely little details
- A restored former flour mill in the Stoneycombe valley, near Abbotskerswell and Kingskerswell.
- A restaurant, bar, snug and leafy terraces, with rooms for an overnight stay.
- Non-residents are welcome to dine; check for private-wedding closures before travelling.
SOMETHING TO LOOK OUT FOR
A pie by the fire
For a comforting starting point, the published main menu includes chicken, bacon and mushroom pie with mash and Madeira gravy. Check what is on the menu for your visit and ask about a fireside table when reserving.
From the venueTHE USEFUL LITTLE DETAILS
Make a little plan.
Getting there
The inn is in Stoneycombe, outside both Abbotskerswell and Kingskerswell. Follow directions to Bickley Mill Inn itself rather than the village centres. The venue’s booking listing advertises free parking.
Before you set off
Reserve through the inn’s online table-booking system or call 01803 873201. The venue sometimes closes for exclusive weddings, so check its homepage before travelling. Kitchen opening hours are separate from the bar’s hours.
Check bookings & availabilityLunch or supper without a stay
The restaurant welcomes non-residents as well as overnight guests. There are separate lunch and evening services; check the current kitchen times before making plans.
Check the detailsSunday lunch
The published Sunday menu includes roast beef and a butternut-squash and cashew nut roast, alongside other main dishes. Ask about the current choices when booking.
Check the detailsDietary requirements
Separate gluten-free and dairy-free menus are linked from the dining page, with some vegetarian dishes offered vegan on request. Discuss any allergies directly with the team.
Check the detailsStay a little longer
Individually decorated rooms include double, twin and family options. The historic building has no lift, so discuss room access and any mobility requirements directly before booking.
Check the detailsBringing the dog
A venue representative’s Tripadvisor answer says dogs can join visitors in the bar, on the decking and in the garden. Confirm the current arrangements and request a suitable table when booking; this does not confirm dogs are allowed in bedrooms.
Check the detailsDetails checked 24 October 2026. Opening times, menus and access arrangements can change; confirm anything essential directly before travelling.
About this feature & our sources
This is an editorial discovery, researched from the venue’s own information and any visitor sources linked here. It is not a paid partnership or a first-hand review. Individual visitor tips reflect that person’s experience; they are not a live rating or a promise about your visit.
- Bickley Mill Inn · setting, opening hours and closure notices ↗
- Bickley Mill Inn · restaurant and menu links ↗
- Bickley Mill Inn · rooms and access information ↗
- Bickley Mill Inn · published main menu ↗
- Bickley Mill Inn · published Sunday menu ↗
- Dish Cult · booking listing and parking ↗
- Tripadvisor · restaurant visitor reviews ↗
- Tripadvisor · venue representative on dog-friendly areas ↗
- Bickley Mill Inn · official Instagram ↗
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