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The Coombe Cellars

A paddle, a pub lunch and a sunset worth staying for

Combeinteignhead, Devon
Estuary viewsDog-friendly barPaddle & lunchSunset suppers

A PLACE WORTH KNOWING

Make a little day of the water

A little tidal beach, a jetty beside the pub and tables looking out over the Teign. Come for a long lunch, bring the dog or plan a kayak outing with a lovely meal to follow.

The Coombe Cellars sits right on the estuary, where a meal can become the centre of a whole afternoon. In fine weather, settle onto the terrace and watch the boats; inside, blue panelling, soft pink chairs and a stone fireplace make a cosy setting when the weather turns. The little beach and jetty beside the pub add another reason to linger. For paddlers with the right experience and conditions, a kayak outing followed by lunch is a lovely way to enjoy this stretch of the Teign. Arrange access and plan your return around the tide before booking your table. Prefer to keep your feet on dry land? Come for Sunday lunch or a waterside supper, and leave a little room in the evening for the sunset.

The lovely little details

  • Dog-friendly bar seating for a meal together; mention your dog when booking.
  • A little tidal beach and jetty beside the pub, with local watersports activity.
  • Waterside terrace, estuary-facing windows and a stone fireplace inside.
  • Sunday roasts and a separate children’s menu.
  • Customer parking beside the water — check high tides and flood warnings before leaving your car.

SOMETHING TO LOOK OUT FOR

Leave time for a waterside supper

The terrace is a lovely place to finish the day as the light changes over the estuary. Ask about a table with a view, or choose a window seat indoors when the weather calls for something cosier. Specific tables are subject to availability.

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THE USEFUL LITTLE DETAILS

Make a little plan.

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The Coombe Cellars, Combeinteignhead, Newton Abbot, Devon TQ12 4RT

Open directions

Getting there

Follow directions to The Coombe Cellars itself, beside the estuary outside Combeinteignhead village. Customer parking is available, but check the signs and current tide advice on arrival. Ask permission before leaving a car there for a longer kayaking trip.

Before you set off

Book online or call 01626 872423. Mention your dog and request a bar table for food; ask separately about window or terrace seating. Check tide conditions, parking advice and current food-service times before setting off.

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Dogs can join you for food in the bar

The bar area has seating where you can eat with your dog, and dogs are also welcomed outside. Visitor reports distinguish this from the main restaurant, so request a dog-friendly bar table when booking and confirm the arrangements directly with the team.

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The little beach and jetty

There is a small tidal beach and a jetty beside Coombe Cellars, both mentioned by the local waterski club. They are part of an active watersports setting. Check signs and current access arrangements before using the jetty or bringing equipment down to the shore.

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A kayak outing, then a lovely meal

National Coastwatch lists a small-craft launch point at Coombe Cellars. Plan a paddle and return for lunch or supper, allowing for the tide and your experience. Confirm launching permission and parking first; the neighbouring yacht club’s slipway and facilities should not be assumed to be freely available to visitors.

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Before you take to the water

This is a tidal estuary used by sailing and powered craft. Check weather, tides and local harbour advice, wear a suitable buoyancy aid and carry a way to call for help. Paddle within your experience, tell someone your plan and leave time to return before your meal. If you are new to tidal kayaking, arrange a guided outing.

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A walk needs a tide check too

The Templer Way follows stretches of the estuary foreshore near the pub. These can be muddy, slippery or covered by the tide. Plan the whole return journey before heading along the shore, especially if you are stopping for a long lunch in between.

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Make it a Sunday lunch

The Sunday menu includes roast dinners, a sharing roast for two and a vegetable roast with a vegan option. Check the current menu when booking, as dishes and availability change. Tell the team about allergies or dietary requirements before ordering.

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Bringing the family

There is a separate children’s menu, including smaller Sunday roasts. Request a highchair or discuss access and seating needs when booking. The beach and waterside setting need close supervision of children and dogs.

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Details 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.

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