A PLACE WORTH KNOWING
A pizza van. A chapel courtyard. An evening outside.
Pizza Amore brings a cheerful little corner of outdoor dining to Ashburton. Look for the turquoise van in front of the old Methodist church on West Street, now Ashburton Arts Centre. Pizza comes from a wood-fired oven, with courtyard tables for anyone who wants to linger over supper.
Chef Andrew Whitford started Pizza Amore with a converted French Citroën HY van, taking it to weddings, festivals and village stops before making a home in Devon. The setting is part of the appeal: the old chapel behind you, a pizza to share and a place to sit outside. If you’re heading to a show next door, check that the pizza service and performance times line up.
The lovely little details
- Find the pizza van in the forecourt of Ashburton Arts Centre, on West Street.
- A family-run business established in 2012, serving artisan pizza and Neapolitan street food.
- Outdoor tables, takeaway and a drinks menu for a relaxed evening.
SOMETHING TO LOOK OUT FOR
For anchovy lovers: Neapolitan Amore
If salty toppings are your thing, look for the Neapolitan Amore: mozzarella, anchovies, marinated olives, capers and basil. For a vegetable option, the menu also lists roasted butternut squash with feta and rosemary. Check the current menu for availability.
From the venueTHE USEFUL LITTLE DETAILS
Make a little plan.
Find them here
Ashburton Arts Centre courtyard, 15 West Street, Ashburton, Devon TQ13 7DT
Open directionsGetting there
Head for the former Methodist church with four pale columns on West Street. Pizza Amore is outside in its forecourt. The map marks the Arts Centre premises; look for the turquoise van and outdoor tables when you arrive.
Before you set off
Published hours are Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 5–8.30pm. Outdoor service depends on the weather, so check the latest social updates or phone 07532 109508 before setting off.
An evening outside
This is alfresco courtyard dining. Bring a layer for a cooler evening, and check whether service is going ahead if the forecast is unsettled.
Check the detailsPizza before a show
The Arts Centre is in the same building behind the courtyard. Check its programme and allow time to eat before your event starts.
Check the detailsMenu & dietary questions
The menu includes classic mozzarella and basil, pepperoni, and vegetable toppings. It also lists non-gluten bases and dairy-free options; ask the team about ingredients and preparation for your needs.
Check the detailsKeep an eye on the weather
The venue’s Facebook page carries opening updates and last-minute changes.
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.
- Official location & opening information ↗
- Official pizza & street-food menu ↗
- The Pizza Amore story ↗
- Ashburton Arts Centre: courtyard service & events ↗
- Venue’s verified Instagram & website links ↗
- Pizza Amore’s colourful courtyard photograph on Instagram ↗
- Courtyard exterior photograph via Visit Devon ↗
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