Hope Cove For a family, seaside holiday, try Hope Cove


The perfect party in an enclosed lobster pod


Remember when life was slower and more relaxed all year round? With today’s frantic


The family-run hotel that aims to help you completely unwind


pace, finding that per- fect place to enjoy our holidays, where time seems to stand still for those precious few days, is very special. The Cottage Hotel at


Hope Cove is just such a place – somewhere that still has time to make each and every guest feel special. Whether you are staying or not, this family-run hotel offers the level of welcome and hospitality rarely found today. Sitting conformably with these traditional values are innovative dishes making the best use


of the fantastic local produce available and produced by the cre- ative chefs; modern, contemporary décor from which to admire breathtaking panoram- ic views; quietly effi- cient staff delivering exceptional profession- al and friendly service; plus a range of activ- ities throughout the year, whatever your interests.


Coastal walks or murder mystery week- ends; relaxing sun- downers on perfectly positioned terraces; scrumptious


sports – The Cottage Hotel truly is for all seasons, for all reasons and for all ages. The ideal location for the lone traveller to be cossetted; a family celebration or special occasion enjoyed; a get-away-from-it-all romantic idyll; a base for exiting adven- tures; or the chance to unwind, relax and enjoy holidays as they used to be before life became so fraught. It is said Hope Cove is a magical destina-


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teas or pampering sensations; a choice of beaches for bucket- and-spade family fun or exhilarating water


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tion – and where better to enjoy it than at The Cottage Hotel, which weaves its own spell on all who stay? New for 2020! Four new superior bed- rooms, opening late spring. Have you tried


The Lobster Pod Bis- tro, unique dining just above the beach, great for lobsters and fresh fish, plus a range of other dishes, and refreshments, includ- ing local beer, cider and gin?


For a quirky dining experience with fantastic sea views whatever that weather, the pods at Hope Cove are a must.


Opened in the Summer of 2018,


part of the Cottage Hotel re-de- velopment with the aim to boost both the fishing and tourism trades, this venture has been a great suc- cess. We set out to develop a busi- ness that could


help sustain the


local fishing industry. Tourism is now the village main-


stay, but it was once a thriving fish- ing community. Whilst the larger fishing boats operate from Brixham and Plymouth, Hope Cove is still a good source of crab and lobster. The bistro, aptly named the Lob- ster Pod is not just a restaurant - local fishermen use the lobster storage tank to store their live lob- sters. These are then sold direct to their customers, and of course, for the bistro. The idea was launched for the Lobster Pod Bistro to be a small seafood bistro in the hotel grounds, utilising an underused store shed situated in a prime location over- looking the bay. However, the initial “shed” only


Why go anywhere else? Hope Cove, Kingsbridge, South Devon TQ7 3HJ


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Lobster Pod Bistro Hope Cove, South Devon


Tel: 01548 802137 mail@lobster-pod.co.uk www.lobster-pod.co.uk


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had seating for 14, so additional seating was gained by the use of the pods, of which there are now five, seating 8–10 each, plus the “wheel” – some outdoor tables, a ham- mock (for fine weather!). A recently added cabin, ideal for small groups (up to about 44 guests, ideal space for birthday parties, wedding or anniversaries, office get-togethers, Christmas and more). The cabin is also additional seating when the pods are full.


The comfortable pods accommo- date up to about 10 persons each, enjoying 180 degree views across Harbour beach and out to Bigbury Bay. Most are heated – essential in winter – as well as having a Blue-


tooth connection for your personal choice of music and a telephone to order more drinks! Pods are book- able in advance and you can reserve a whole one if you are a party of four or more. The view from the Bistro, just


above the harbour beach is fabu- lous, with Bolt Tail and Bigbury Bay. Ships sailing into Plymouth harbour and the Cornish coastline in the distance. The beach almost a stone’s throw away, watching seals and sunsets, you would struggle to find a better location. The Bistro has built up a friendly


team of staff, lead by “Raf” who has many contacts with the local fisher- man, who can supply fresh lobsters most of the year. The menu is not “fine dining”,


but it specialises in locally caught sustainable seafood with minimal food miles. And with no hint of deep frying. The lobster is caught literally just off the beach from Hope Cove, or Salcombe during the winter. Other fish comes from the fish market in Plymouth – again caught locally. The sharing plat- ters, both seafood and vegetarian options, add to the cosy atmos- phere. A range of pizzas, light bites as well as soups and chowders, jacket potatoes and a meat dish is also on the menu. Take away food, served in bio- degradable boxes, is available, as is fresh fish from the fishmonger. Customer feedback is important. The menu is updated from time to time and seasonal items feature on the chef’s specials board. One recent diner commented: “This spot is incredible – the food was amazing – we didn’t want to leave.” The Lobster Pod, Hope Cove,


TQ7 3HJ. Tel 01548 802137; www. lobster-pod.co.uk; www.lob ster-pod.co.uk. Open daily, 12 noon to 10pm. Last orders 9pm.


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