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Discover the Hare & Hounds Carvery: A True Taste of Devon

Apr 13, 2026

If you’re searching for the perfect traditional carvery in Devon, the Hare & Hounds at Putts Corner should be firmly on your list. Nestled between Sidmouth and Honiton in the heart of East Devon, this much-loved country pub has built a reputation for hearty food, a welcoming atmosphere and one of the best carveries in the region.

A Classic Country Pub Setting

From the moment you step inside the Hare & Hounds, you’ll feel the charm of a traditional English pub. With wooden beams, cosy log fires and a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere, it’s the kind of place that invites you to settle in and stay awhile.

The pub is perfectly situated in the Devon countryside, offering beautiful views and plenty of nearby walking routes -making it an ideal stop after a day exploring the coast or countryside.

The Star of the Show: The Carvery

The Hare & Hounds is best known for its legendary carvery, which has been refined over many years.

Served daily (and all day on Sundays), the carvery features:

  • A selection of freshly roasted meats
  • Generous portions of seasonal vegetables
  • Classic trimmings like roast potatoes, Yorkshire puddings and stuffing

Guests regularly praise the carvery for both quality and value, highlighting the hot, freshly prepared food and wide choice of meats and sides.

It’s particularly popular on Sundays, so booking ahead is strongly recommended.

More Than Just a Carvery

While the roast dinners are the headline act, the Hare & Hounds offers far more than just carvery options. Their extensive menu includes traditional pub favourites and contemporary dishes, ensuring there’s something for everyone.

You’ll find:

  • Classic British dishes like fish and chips and pies
  • Steaks, burgers, and grills
  • Vegetarian and vegan options
  • Light bites, starters, and indulgent desserts

Everything is freshly prepared, combining comforting flavours with modern touches.

Family-Friendly and Dog-Friendly

One of the reasons the Hare & Hounds remains so popular is its all-round accessibility. It’s a fantastic choice for:

  • Families, with a children’s play area and spacious garden
  • Dog owners, with four-legged friends welcome in certain areas
  • Groups and gatherings, with plenty of seating and parking

The large outdoor space also offers lovely views over the surrounding countryside, making it a great spot in warmer months.

A Local Favourite in East Devon

Over the years, the Hare & Hounds has become a go-to destination for both locals and visitors. Its combination of warm hospitality, scenic location and consistently good food has helped it earn a strong reputation across Devon.

Whether you’re popping in for a quick pint, enjoying a midweek lunch, or sitting down for a full Sunday roast, it delivers that comforting, traditional pub experience done right.

Final Thoughts

If you’re craving a proper roast dinner or simply want to experience a welcoming Devon pub, the Hare & Hounds carvery is well worth a visit. With generous portions, quality ingredients and a setting that feels like home, it’s easy to see why it’s considered one of the area’s standout dining spots.

Top tip: Book ahead for weekends – especially Sundays so you don’t miss out on one of Devon’s favourite carveries.

 

 

One foggy night, during a full moon, werewolves howled to call the witches for their special hour. This meeting was held at midnight, the witching hour. For miles around, up in the open, cloudless sky there were swarms of witches flooding towards the extraordinary, mystical stone that stood in the middle of heathland at a cross roads in East Devon. Tuna, Sweetcorn and Peanut Butter were the three head witches at the meeting. They carried staves each with lights on the end and when these lights touched together the other wacky witches cackled while they brewed the most evil potions and spells on earth.

Once they had finished brewing and chanting, Peanut Butter, Tuna and Sweetcorn poured the evil smelling potion into a hole in the top of the stone. With a loud explosion it instantly broke open and formed a thirty metre tall witch. She was the most powerful witch of all time and immediately ordered the others to kill all those people who stayed out after midnight.The witches cheered, danced and celebrated. Meanwhile, little did they know that nearby a young man was hiding behind a tree.

During the day he had been wandering across the common when it began to rain and he had decided to shelter under the branches of a huge oak tree. He was so tired that eventually he dropped off to sleep. The noise of the exploding stone stirred him from his slumbers. Unfortunately he gave his hiding place away by sneezing loudly. The witches questioned him as to what he had seen. The boy said nothing so they turned him into a witch and he was used as a slave for the head witch.

It was three o’clock and the witches took to the sky and returned to their castle. The powerful witch stayed behind and beheaded the young man and turned him into a smaller stone which was placed beside the “Witches stone.” The enormous witches stone then rolled down the hill to the River Sid where it washed itself clean of all the blood and poison and then made its way back up the hill to its resting place before dawn broke.

If you ever visit Gittisham common at 3 o’clock in the morning perhaps you will see the stone move.

Retold by Year 5 and Year 6 at Farway Primary School.