Dartmoor Inn, Merrivale
Open fire grill and rooms at the Dartmoor Inn, Merrivale
The Dartmoor Inn, Merrivale brings together open-fire cooking, five rooms and the wild beauty of Dartmoor National Park. Join us for lunch or dinner. Then stay the night if you can.
Booking is advisable, so reserve early to secure your table.
There is also free parking at the inn. However, walk-ins are welcome when tables are open.
What guests say
Why guests love the Dartmoor Inn, Merrivale
Fire cooking
Open fire grill at the Dartmoor Inn, Merrivale
Fire sits at the heart of our kitchen. Therefore every steak, every piece of fish and every seasonal special begins over fire. In addition, our bespoke open fire grill lets our chefs cook with precision while bringing out the natural flavour of exceptional local produce.
For generations, travellers have crossed the ancient landscapes of Dartmoor. Because of this, the inn continues that tradition with a place to pause, dine and stay.
From the fire
Four things we do best at the Dartmoor Inn, Merrivale
Steak
Grass-fed South West beef, prepared on the butcher’s block then cooked over the open fire grill.
Scallops over fire
Cooked in the shell over live flames, so they are smoky, sweet and ready in minutes.
Brixham fish
Fresh from Brixham Fish Market, bought direct from the fishermen.
Sunday lunch
Served every Sunday from 12pm to 4pm, so book ahead.
Stay
Rooms at the Dartmoor Inn, Merrivale
End the evening just a staircase away from your room. Then wake to views across Dartmoor before breakfast and another day on the moor.
Dartmoor National Park
Dartmoor from our doorstep
Walking trails, ancient stone circles, wild ponies and breathtaking landscapes begin just beyond the inn.
- Walks. Also, routes for every season start close to the door.
- Stone circles. Moreover, ancient stones are a short walk away.
- Ponies. Also, in autumn the pony drift comes down off the moor right outside.
Our story
Our menu is a reflection of my fondest memories, the flavours that shaped my childhood and the farming that has been part of my life since school. I ran a butchery for 20 years too, so the meat has always mattered.
Events
Private bookings and Christmas at the Dartmoor Inn, Merrivale
Staff parties, family gatherings and celebrations with friends are all welcome. Also, our festive menus are now live. Therefore, email us with the date and the number of guests.
Good to know
Planning your visit to the Dartmoor Inn, Merrivale
Dartmoor Inn, Merrivale opening hours
Monday to Saturday, 11am to 10pm.
Sunday, 12pm to 6pm (food served 12pm to 4pm).
Lunch Monday to Saturday, 12pm to 3pm.
Dinner Monday to Saturday, 5:30pm to 8:30pm.
Sunday lunch, 12pm to 4pm.
Booking a table at the Dartmoor Inn, Merrivale
Booking is advisable, so reserve early to secure your table. However, walk-ins are welcome when tables are open. You can reserve online for up to six guests. For larger parties, surf and turf platters or allergies, call 07495 218911 or message us on WhatsApp. The same number also works for both. In addition, we have a few highchairs, so please request one when you book.
Getting to the Dartmoor Inn, Merrivale
We are the Dartmoor Inn at Merrivale, on Dartmoor itself. So set your sat nav to Merrivale, Dartmoor National Park, Devon. Also, there is free parking outside the inn.
Gift vouchers
Give a fire-cooked meal or a stay on Dartmoor. To do this, email us the value you would like, then we will arrange it.
Access
The Dartmoor Inn is an historic building, so access can be limited in places. Therefore, please tell us about any access needs when you book and we will do our best to help.
Dogs
Well-behaved dogs are welcome in our restaurant and in our rooms. However, dogs must be on a lead at all times outside of the rooms. Also, read more on our dog friendly inn and restaurant page.
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