The Cott Inn

The Cott Inn Est.1320-Britain’s 2nd oldest inn
🏆Winner ‘Pub Of The Year’ 24
🏆Winner ‘Best Pub Garden’ 24
Open every day. Supporting & celebrating local producers
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The famous Cott Inn in Dartington near Totnes is one of the oldest thatched inns in Britain. It is reputed to have been built in the reign of Edward II (1307-1327) and has been an Inn / Pub since 1320. We have 5 beautiful boutique styled rooms if you require B&B accommodation in Dartington or Totnes. Enjoy superb food in our restaurant. Good Dogs are allowed in our pub! We also have great live mus

ic every Sunday. There is also a function room available for weddings, parties etc. Situated in the village of Dartington near Totnes with beautiful countryside all around, The Cott Inn is a charming traditional family run pub. We are proud to serve excellent locally sourced seasonal food, fine wines and well kept ales, including daily fish specials and fabulous Sunday roast lunches. Perfect for romantic dinners and evenings out with friends. The Cott Inn is also a great venue for private parties with a separate dining room for up to 30 people. Come and enjoy the relaxed, friendly atmosphere, with cosy log fires in the winter months and a large, pretty garden and patio area in warmer weather. You can be sure of a very warm welcome and once you’ve tried us you’ll visit us time and time again and we’re only 5 minutes from Totnes, and remember we’re a Pets Allowed pub!

See you for lunch tomorrow? The kitchen is open all day and our sunny garden awaits you. We’ve got the fantastic playi...
30/05/2026

See you for lunch tomorrow? The kitchen is open all day and our sunny garden awaits you. We’ve got the fantastic playing us into the evening too. The link to book your table is: https://cottinn.co.uk/reserve-a-table/

It’s definitely drink in a pub garden weather. Which would you choose?
27/05/2026

It’s definitely drink in a pub garden weather. Which would you choose?

25/05/2026

🌞Our sunny terrace awaits you… 🌞

Our kitchen is open Mon-Thurs: 12noon – 2.30pm & 5.30pm – 8.30pm

Fri - Sat: 12noon – 2.30pm & 5.30pm – 9pm

Sunday: 12noon – 8pm

Book your table using the link in our bio

The warm weather is coming and our Garden awaits you! Pop by for relaxed sunny drinks or a meal.We’re now taking evenin...
22/05/2026

The warm weather is coming and our Garden awaits you! Pop by for relaxed sunny drinks or a meal.

We’re now taking evening meal bookings from 5.15pm (with food served from 5.30pm) so you can enjoy more of golden hour.

The link to book your table is https://cottinn.co.uk/reserve-a-table/

Are you visiting the English Music Festival in Dartington this weekend? A warm welcome and excellent food awaits you at ...
19/05/2026

Are you visiting the English Music Festival in Dartington this weekend? A warm welcome and excellent food awaits you at The Cott Inn. Pop by for the perfect accompaniment to your concert.

We take great pride in serving delicious, honestly prepared food, using the very best ingredients; carefully sourced, naturally reared Devon meats, local line-caught fish, and seasonal fruit and vegetables grown in Totnes and surrounding areas, much of it organic.

The link to book your table is: https://cottinn.co.uk/reserve-a-table/

Beautiful day for some time on our sunny terrace. Join us for drinks all day or food between 12noon – 2.30pm & 5.30pm – ...
15/05/2026

Beautiful day for some time on our sunny terrace. Join us for drinks all day or food between 12noon – 2.30pm & 5.30pm – 9pm.

The link to book a table is https://cottinn.co.uk/reserve-a-table/

13/05/2026

Our lovely pub 🫶

One of the oldest and longest thatched inns in the country. A traditional Inn since 1320… The Cott has been serving customers for 7 centuries!

We’re proud to be at the heart of the local community here in Dartington.

Serving award-winning food, made with the finest local produce. Upstairs you’ll find cosy rooms, and outside, one of only a few pub gardens in Totnes open for drinks and dining all year round.

Come by for lunch, dinner, a drink. Or a stay with us whilst you explore the area.

A warm welcome awaits … ✨

Address

Cott Lane
Totnes
TQ96

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 11pm
Tuesday 12pm - 11pm
Wednesday 11am - 11pm
Thursday 12pm - 11pm
Friday 12pm - 11pm
Saturday 12pm - 11pm
Sunday 12pm - 10:30pm

Website

https://cottinn.co.uk/reserve-a-table/, https://cottinn.co.uk/stay/

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