Tally Ho

Tally Ho is a country pub and restaurant in the village of Littlehempston, near Totnes in South Devon, England. The building dates to the 14th century, when it was constructed for workers at the neighbouring St John the Baptist Church, and it has served as a village pub since that time. Originally known as the Church House Inn, it was later named after a local family as the Bolton Arms, and in 1952 its final name, Tally Ho, was established. Both the pub and the church are listed buildings, and the pub occupies a central position in the village. The Tally Ho operates as a free house, meaning it is not tied to a particular brewery and can source beer from multiple suppliers. It serves freshly prepared food using seasonal produce from local suppliers, a rotating selection of Devon ales and cider, and an impressive wine list. The pub has a beer garden, two fires, an ample car park at the rear, and is dog friendly. It offers lunch and main menus, and hosts Christmas offerings. Opening hours are Tuesday to Saturday from 11am, with food served at lunchtime and in the evening, and Sunday from 12pm with food until 3pm; it is closed on Mondays. In 2018, Mike and Kelly Joiner purchased the lease after returning from New Zealand, where they had run a successful country pub. The pub has received recognition from the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA), being named South Devon CAMRA Country Pub of the Year in 2019 and 2020, and South Devon CAMRA Rural Pub of the Year 2025. The Tally Ho positions itself as a historic, friendly, and homely country retreat, emphasising local sourcing and a warm atmosphere.

The Tally Ho is a village pub in Littlehempston, South Devon, with a history stretching back to the 14th century. It was built for the workers at the neighbouring St John the Baptist Church, and both buildings are listed. Originally called the Church House Inn, it was later named the Bolton Arms after a local family. In 1952, its final name, Tally Ho, was established. The pub has operated as a free house, serving local ales and cider. In 2018, Mike and Kelly Joiner purchased the lease after returning from New Zealand, where they had run a successful country pub. Under their ownership, the Tally Ho has continued to serve the village and surrounding area, earning CAMRA awards including South Devon CAMRA Country Pub of the Year 2019 and 2020, and South Devon CAMRA Rural Pub of the Year 2025.

• 2025

  Named South Devon CAMRA Rural Pub of the Year.

• 2020

  Named South Devon CAMRA Country Pub of the Year again.

• 2019

  Named South Devon CAMRA Country Pub of the Year.

• 2018

  Lease purchased by Mike and Kelly Joiner.

• 1952

  Final name 'Tally Ho' established.

• 1400

  Built in the 14th century for workers at St John the Baptist Church.

Award-winning historic country pub and restaurant offering local produce and a warm, homely atmosphere.

• Lunch Menu

  Freshly prepared lunch dishes.

• Main Menu

  Main dining menu featuring local produce.

• Devon Ales

  Rotating selection of local Devon ales.

• Cider

  Local cider.

• Wine List

  Impressive wine list.

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