A PLACE WORTH KNOWING
A creekside village pub worth making time for
Seasonal cooking, low beams and a South Pool setting that turns lunch into a little expedition.
The Millbrook gives a trip inland from Salcombe a delicious purpose. In South Pool, low beams, dark wood and a proper fire create a setting for a lunch that might quietly stretch into the afternoon. The kitchen draws on Fowlescombe Farm for meat and organic vegetables, with Devon fish and seafood bringing the coast to the table. Menus change with the season, so come for the approach rather than one promised dish. There is adventure in the arrival, too: the pub describes a high-tide approach by boat, paddleboard or canoe, though the creek needs careful tidal planning. A visit by road is simpler. Reserve dinner or Sunday lunch, leave time for the village, and consider the two cottages opposite if the thought of heading home feels too soon.
The lovely little details
- Meat and organic vegetables from the family farm help shape seasonal menus.
- Dinner reservations and Sunday lunch bookings are strongly recommended.
- The creek approach by water depends on high tide.
SOMETHING TO LOOK OUT FOR
A seasonal Sunday lunch
Book a Sunday table and let the kitchen’s farm-led menu give your day a centrepiece.
From the venueTHE USEFUL LITTLE DETAILS
Make a little plan.
Getting there
Follow the lanes into South Pool. The pub’s directions explain water and walking approaches; allow for tides. Its off-road parking is specifically for overnight guests, so do not assume a visitor car park.
Before you set off
Reserve through the official site or call 01548 531581. Dinner Wednesday–Saturday requires advance booking; Sunday lunch is also best reserved.
Check bookings & availabilityKitchen days
Food is currently listed Wednesday–Saturday at lunch and dinner, plus Sunday lunch. Check again before a special journey.
Check the detailsArriving by water
The creek is accessible at high tide. Plan the return as well as the arrival; use current tide information.
Check the detailsStaying over
Two cottages opposite the pub have kitchens, living spaces and private gardens.
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.
- Millbrook Inn · official overview ↗
- Millbrook Inn · food and reservations ↗
- Millbrook Inn · directions and kitchen hours ↗
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