Shilstone House
A lovingly restored Grade II listed Georgian manor house on a 500-acre estate in the Devon countryside, with uninterrupted views of the rolling hills and fields, acres of gardens, farmland and woodland, and walks to explore.
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The Fire Shed
An outdoor wood-fired kitchen in the Courtyard, serving pizzas, house burgers, local meats and seasonal vegetables from the grill, ice cream and drinks from the Courtyard Bar. Food is served from the kitchen to eat outside, with tables in the Courtyard, music in the evening and the gardens open on selected days.
Friday – Saturday: 5 – 9pm
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About Shilstone
Shilstone is a family-run estate that has been lovingly restored and recreated over the last 25 years. Since then the house and the surrounding buildings and walls have been virtually rebuilt by our incredibly talented team of local craftsmen. Today Shilstone has become a hive of activity with the new addition of garden and woods openings, house tours, café, restaurant and archive.
Our Story
Explore the ESTATE
The House
At the heart of Shilstone lies the completely restored Grade II listed Georgian manor house, open for tours every month, and for events.
The Gardens
The gardens at Shilstone include a fine terraced garden, a walled garden, a kitchen garden, formal gardens around the house, surrounded by wild flowers and long grasses.
The Land
Shilstone is surrounded by unspoilt rolling Devon hills and oak lined green fields. Below the house are five ancient ponds connected by rills and cascades.
Archive
The archive is a historical collection of books, photographs, documents and artifacts with a connection to rural Devon.
Sunday Lunch
Every Sunday Shilstone hosts a traditional Sunday lunch with delicious locally sourced produce. In the winter this takes place in the Great Barn, and in the summer in our marquee in the 17th century walled garden.
Café
Our charming café is situated in a flower-filled courtyard with indoor and outdoor seating, serving a delicious and light breakfast & lunch menu, as well as afternoon tea and homemade cakes.
Workshops and Events
We have a number of seasonal events throughout the year, including wood-fired barbecues in the café courtyard, workshops including block printing, as well as monthly evening lectures.
House and Garden Tours
Every month, the owner of Shilstone House, Lucy Fenwick, hosts house and garden tours, taking you through all of the rooms of the house whilst explaining the history and restoration, and discussing the creation of the gardens.
Gardens and Walks
The gardens include the terrace garden, walled garden, kitchen garden, orchard, formal south and west gardens. The terraced garden has paths meandering through the wild flowers with breath- taking views over the garden and valley below. There are walks down the valley and around the ponds, as well as through the woods, festooned with bluebells in the spring.
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What’s on
Shilstone House Tour
Lecture: The Building of Burrator Reservoir by Paul Rendell
Shilstone House & Picture Tour
Eat and Drink
Our restaurant and café celebrate the fantastic local produce. Our chefs create new menus for the seasons and whenever possible use ingredients grown at Shilstone, or from local suppliers. Whether you enjoy a leisurely light lunch in the café courtyard overlooking the gardens, or a traditional Sunday roast lunch with delicious perfectly cooked meats, vegetables and puddings, in the Marquee in the Walled Garden, or in the Great Barn (in the winter months)
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Weddings and Events
Whether you are planning a large celebration or an intimate gathering, Shilstone has a number of spaces for you to choose from – perfectly suited for weddings, private parties and corporate events, all underpinned by our passion for hospitality and impeccable service.
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Stay
Set in the heart of Devon, our traditional stone cottages and barns are the perfect place for you to switch off and enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding Devon countryside.
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Plan your visit
Opening Hours
Gardens and Valley Walk are open Every Thursday, and Sunday Click here to view additional garden opening dates.
The Cafe is open Wednesday – Sunday from 10:30 – 4pm
The Archive is open Wednesday – Sunday from 10:30 – 4pm
The Woodland Walk is open Wednesday – Sunday from 10:30 – 4pm
The Restaurant is open on Sundays from 12 – 3pm
Getting Here
Shilstone, Modbury, Ivybridge, Devon, PL21 0TW
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Contact information
Admission
Entrance to the Estate and Gardens is free of charge.
Parking
There is a car park on-site, parking is free of charge.
Please see the car park map to find the correct car park for your visit.
Accessibility
There are spaces for wheelchair parking, providing easy access to the gardens, archive and café.
For guests using wheelchairs and
parents with prams; the majoriy the majority of the estate can be accessed but please speak to our team for more information.
For disabled access to the Restaurant and Marquee, please speak to our team for more information.
If you didn’t find the answer to your question, please email us at hello@shilstonedevon.co.uk or call us on 01548 830888.
A Country Estate
Re-imagined
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