A PLACE WORTH KNOWING
Come for the soap. Stay for a proper browse.
Bowls of colourful bath treats, old wooden furniture and shelves of homeware give Odds & Suds its own particular charm. This soap shop in Ashburton is a lovely place to choose a small present, with candles, cushions and decorative pieces offering plenty of reasons to keep browsing.
Kelly has run the Ashburton business since 2012, building on the family soap-making story that began with her mother Jenny in Tavistock. Her own eye for interiors brings antique finds and newer pieces together: a distinctive lamp, a painted cabinet or a small object that changes the feel of a room. Flea markets and auctions are part of her sourcing life. Take time to look beyond the central soap display; the shop rewards an unhurried wander.
The lovely little details
- Find the shop at 20 North Street in Ashburton.
- Soap is handmade on the Devon–Cornwall border.
- Kelly sources the shop’s mix of furniture and interior accessories.
SOMETHING TO LOOK OUT FOR
Start with the handmade soap
Spend a moment choosing from the scented soap display, then have a look around the furniture and homeware. It makes a useful stop when shopping for gifts in Ashburton.
From the venueTHE USEFUL LITTLE DETAILS
Make a little plan.
Getting there
The shop is on North Street in Ashburton town centre. Use the full address for walking or driving directions, then combine your visit with a browse of the neighbouring independent shops.
Before you set off
Drop in during shop hours. The official site lists Tuesday to Saturday, 10.30am–4.30pm, with Sunday and Monday closed. Check directly for holiday changes before a special journey.
A useful stop for gifts
Handmade soap sits alongside candles and home accessories, so you can choose a small present or something for your own shelves.
Check the detailsFurniture with character
Kelly mixes pieces sourced at auctions and flea markets with newer interior accessories. Ask about the pieces that catch your eye.
Check the detailsPaint and project advice
The shop lists Annie Sloan Chalk Paint and advice on furniture finishes. Check the available colours before making a trip for a particular project.
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.
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