Eat and Drink
The courtyard is the central hub of Shilstone. The café serving food from the café all day, including delicious breakfasts, light lunches , delicious cakes and afternoon teas. On Sundays our chefs prepare a delicious traditional Sunday lunch, served either in the marque in the walled garden, or the great barn.
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Our Suppliers
Here in Devon we are lucky to have some of the most fantastic produce on our doorstep. Our chefs work closely with local suppliers to source the best seasonal and quality food.
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Our Chefs
Our head chefs, Ghena and John, and their teams are passionate about food and using fantastic local ingredients. They enjoy creating unique and seasonal dishes for our menus.
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Gift Vouchers
Our Gift Cards are a thoughtful present for those looking to create their own experience. They are redeemable across Shilstone whether it’s for breakfast in the café, a delicious Sunday lunch, or traditional afternoon tea. E Gift Cards can be sent instantly for the perfect last minute present.
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Private Dining
Whether you are planning an intimate gatherineg, or a larger celebration, we have a number of fantastic spaces for a variety of events.
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The Estate
Cafe
Our charming café is situated in a flower filled courtyard has a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere, celebrating seasonal food and simple cooking. with indoor and outdoor seating, Inspired by ridingg stables with booths, and tables are made from our old scaffolding planks in the workshop at Shilstone.
The Cafe is open Wednesday – Sunday, 10:30 – 4 pm
Kitchen open from 10:30 – 3pm
Homemade cakes, tea and coffee served all day.
For reservations please see availability below, if you cannot find the time you are looking for please do give us a call, or send an email and we will see what we can do.
01548 830888 | cafe@shilstonedevon.co.uk
Please see Plan Your Visit page for garden opening times.
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Our Food
Serving a delicious modern British inspired all day menu we offer a selection of breakfasts, brunches and light lunches as well as weekly changing specials inspired by the seasons and availability. The café also serves a delicious range of home made cakes and afternoon tea.
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Drinks
We are delighted to showcase a selection of fantastic local drinks at Shilstone, including Luscombe soft drinks, Salcombe Brewery beer and cider and Standford Orchards cider.
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The Courtyard
Filled with wooden planters made in the Shilstone workshop. Built-in banquet seating behind the planters with cushions made in our upholstery shop. Flowers, herbs and trees provide natural booths.
Explore the ESTATE
With acres of gardens, farmland and woodland to explore why not stay for a little longer and enjoy a walk around our grounds following lunch in the café. Dogs are also more than welcome
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 an 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.
Cafe
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 a monthly evening lectures.
House and Garden Tours
Every month, Lucy the owner of Shilstone, hosts house and garden tours, taking you though all of the rooms of the house whilst explaining the history and restoration, and discussing the creation of the gardens.
Afternoon Tea
Why not indulge in a delicious afternoon tea following a walk around our grounds. Choose from traditional finely cut sandwiches, homemade scones with clotted cream and jam, as well as a selection of freshly baked cakes and pastries. We ask that all bookings should be made 48 hours in advance.
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Archive
Located above the café, the archive is a community resource free for all visitors to explore the heritage of their rural Devon house, village, town or landscape. The collection consists of historical of books, photographs, documents and artifacts with a connection to rural Devon. Nicola, the curator of the archive, along with her team of volunteers, will be able to help you discover the lost secrets of your home or village.
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“We attended the wood-fired bbq this May bank holiday weekend. Food was delicious, service was super! We sat outside in the courtyard and chatted to the owner who was very plessent. The forest walk was beautiful, full of bluebells! Walking through a field of sheep and seeing the baby lambs was a delight. The main gardens were stunning and could have sat and admired the valley views all day. We’ve already recommended to our family and friends as we thoroughly enjoyed our day there. We look forward to visiting again!”
– LD
“Thank you for a wonderful afternoon, we loved every minute of our visit with you. The Woodland Walk and gardens were beautiful and bbq lunch was totally delicious and incredibly good value. Super dog friendly (especially for Working Cockers) with water bowls and treats. Can’t recommend highly enough and will definitely be back!”
– LB
FAQ
Opening hours
The Cafe is open Wednesday – Sunday from 10:30 – 4pm
Gardens and Valley Walk are open Every Thursday, and Sunday Click here to view additional garden opening dates.
The Archive is open Wednesday – Sunday from 10:30 – 4pm
The Woodland Walk is open Wednesday – Sunday from 10:30 – 4pm
Children and families
Children are more than welcome at Shilstone and in the Cafe. We have a children’s menu with a selection of sandwiches and drinks. There are also activity sheets and coloured pencils.
Geting here
Shilstone
Modbury, Ivybridge
Devon, Pl21 0TW
What3Words
Where to park
Do you allow dogs?
Yes, dogs are welcome in the cafe, gardens and walks.
Parking
There is a car park on-site, parking is free of charge.
There are spaces for wheelchair parking, providing easy access to the gardens, archive, and cafe
Do we need to book a table?
We take bookings and walk-ins at the cafe. Booking is recommended in peak times. If there is no availability, please do give us a call, or send us an email and we will see what we can do.
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Sunday Lunch
Sunday Lunch
Every Sunday we host a traditional Sunday lunch in our Great Barn in the winter, and in the Marquee in the walled garden in the summer. Enjoy a delicious selection of roast lunches while you enjoy taking in the views and the Shilstone gardens and surrounding farmland.
Sunday Lunch is served every Sunday from 12 – 3pm
Sunday Lunch has now moved from the barn to the Marquee for the summer.
For reservations please see availability below, if you cannot find the time you are looking for please do give us a call, or send an email and we will see what we can do.
01548 830888 | restaurant@shilstonedevon.co.uk
Please see Plan Your Visit page for garden opening times.
Book a Table
Our Food
All the classics loved by all, cooked to perfection, and served with crispy potatoes, seasonal vegetables and our signature gravy, all underpinned by the fantastic ingredients that we have on our doorstep.
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Drinks
We are delighted to showcase a selection of fantastic local drinks at Shilstone, including Luscombe soft drinks, Salcombe Brewery beer and cider on tap and Standford Orchards cider.
View Menu
Explore the ESTATE
Why not begin your lunch with a delicious cocktail on the lawn in the walled garden, overlooking the beautiful valley. Stay a little longer after lunch and wander around the Shilstone gardens and grounds, and then enjoy a cold drink or cup of coffee in our café.
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 an 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.
Cafe
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 a monthly evening lectures.
House and Garden Tours
Every month, Lucy the owner of Shilstone, hosts house and garden tours, taking you though all of the rooms of the house whilst explaining the history and restoration, and discussing the creation of the gardens.
“We attended the wood-fired bbq this May bank holiday weekend. Food was delicious, service was super! We sat outside in the courtyard and chatted to the owner who was very plessent. The forest walk was beautiful, full of bluebells! Walking through a field of sheep and seeing the baby lambs was a delight. The main gardens were stunning and could have sat and admired the valley views all day. We’ve already recommended to our family and friends as we thoroughly enjoyed our day there. We look forward to visiting again!”
– LD
“Thank you for a wonderful afternoon, we loved every minute of our visit with you. The Woodland Walk and gardens were beautiful and bbq lunch was totally delicious and incredibly good value. Super dog friendly (especially for Working Cockers) with water bowls and treats. Can’t recommend highly enough and will definitely be back!”
– LB
FAQ
Opening Hours
Gardens and Valley Walk are open Every Thursday, and Sunday Click here to view additional garden opening dates.
The Archive is open Wednesday – Sunday from 10:30 – 4pm
The Woodland Walk is open Wednesday – Sunday from 10:30 – 4pm
Children and Families
Geting here
Shilstone
Modbury, Ivybridge
Devon, Pl21 0TW
What3Words
Where to park
Do you allow dogs?
Yes, dogs are welcome in the cafe, gardens and walks.
Parking
There is a car park on-site, parking is free of charge.
There are spaces for wheelchair parking, providing easy access to the gardens, archive, and cafe
Do we need to book a table
We take bookings and walk-ins at the cafe. Booking is recommended in peak times. If there is no availability, please do give us a call, or send us an email and we will see what we can do.
How to I cancel my booking
To cancel a booking please click the link in your confirmation email.
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Afternoon Tea
Afternoon Tea
Treat yourself to a delicious relaxed afternoon tea in our cafe. Choose from a selection of seven artisan tees and tisanes, and enjoy sitting in the afternoon sun whilst admiring the Shilstone garden.
The Cafe and Courtyard
Beautifully presented in a three-tied stand, enjoy a delicious afternoon tea at Shilstone House. Whether it’s in the cafe, inspired by stables or outside in the courtyard, with wooden planters filled with flowers, herbs and trees to provide natural booths and built-in banquet seating with cushions made in our upholstery shop.
Afternoon tea is served on Saturdays and Sundays from 12 – 3pm. Tables must be booked 48 hours in advance.
Book a Table
Our Food
Enjoy a selection of finely cut finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, and a selection of home made cakes and pastries.
View Menu
Gardens and Walks
With acres of gardens, farmland and woodland to explore why not stay for a little longer and enjoy a walk around our grounds following afternoon tea in the café. Dogs are also more than welcome.
Plan your vist
“Our third visit, this time for afternoon tea. Fabulous value and usual exceptional quality. Our go to place for lunch, coffee etc and now will definitely be our treat for the week before Xmas with our grown up family. Service as ever personable and friendly but not overly so.”
– DC
FAQ
When is afternoon tea served?
Geting here
Shilstone
Modbury, Ivybridge
Devon, Pl21 0TW
What3Words
Where to park
Do you allow dogs?
Yes, dogs are welcome in the cafe, gardens and walks.
Parking
There is a car park on-site, parking is free of charge.
There are spaces for wheelchair parking, providing easy access to the gardens, archive, and cafe
Do we need to book a table
For afternoon tea and cream teas, bookings must be made with 48 hours notice.
How much is afternoon tea per guest?
You will find afternoon tea pricing on our menu.
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