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The Lamb Inn

The Square, Sandford EX17 4LW, England
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The Lamb Inn
Ranked #1 of 2 Sandford B&B and Inns
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56 reviews 56 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

Good food, shame the environment lets it down... Parking is pretty bad, there is no car park that we could find, there are a few spaces directly in front of the building, otherwise its a question of parking on a street where you can... our booking was fairly early in the evening and we still had to park quite a... More

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Okehampton, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

We have dined several times at the Lamb Inn and every time have had exceptional meals. The pub also has a really really lovely atmosphere and appears to be very popular with locals. A typical traditional country pub. The food is fantastic 10/10.

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Solihull
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

My wife and I stayed here with a group of friends over the Bank holiday for a university get together. Anyone who does'nt give this place 5 is simply being vindictive. It has everything you could wish for if you bare in mind its a pub with rooms and not a big chain hotel.The atmosphere,the bar,the rooms and the service... More

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Exeter, United Kingdom
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We had a meal at the Lamb Inn recently. We had heard many good reports so our expectations were high. We are local and have tried most of the pub food in the area. The atmosphere was good and the bar lady was friendly. Our order was taken fairly promptly and we did not have to wait too long for... More

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Katman88, Owner at The Lamb Inn, responded to this review
9 May 2013

Hi sir or madam, I'm very sorry you weren't happy with your meal but we don't have any recollection or record of a complaint about a meal. Also I might add that the sea bass did come with some scallops as well or at least to the best of my knowledge it did. Having said all that it does seem... More

Exeter, United Kingdom
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136 reviews 136 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 41 cities Reviews in 41 cities
79 helpful votes 79 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

We ate here on bank holiday Monday lunchtime. The inside of the pub is very relaxed but we decided to eat in the rear beer garden as it was a lovely sunny day. The staff were very friendly and the food was good - between the the four of use we had fried sea bass with salad, mixed mushroom tart,... More

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Woldingham
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

We have been back to the Lamb a number of times and it never disappoints. It could come from 'central casting' for the perfect pub. Friendly service, lots of (well behaved!) locals, great beer, sofas to sit on by the fire and good food at sensible prices. And no one armed bandit machines or piped music! Recommended.

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Exeter, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2013

It really is a perfect pub! Inside the Lamb feels like a proper boozer. Bad carpet, dodgy sofas etc BUT great beer (and wine my girlfriend tells me) and really really great food. Crowd is a mixture of locals and visitors - some staying over night in the quite posh looking rooms - some even have tubs in apparently. Anyway... More

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Bristol, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2013

had a 2 4 1 in the times, menu is limited but exelently cooked. room 3 above main bar but still quiet,big room ,very clean and tidy will always go back..nicely situated for exeter. friendly locals, the staff could not do enough for us, they made the guide dog very welcome.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2013

We wanted to visit and weren't put off by the odd-couple review. The atmosphere was charming. The staff were helpful but not pushy. The food was adapted to my latest 'trend' , the room was full of charachter. All in all it is a real country escape, you know those real deep-breath-ins and a huge sigh of excelled stressiness! It... More

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Bristol, United Kingdom
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3 hotel reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2013

First impressions were not good from the outside on a very grey day because it's in need of a bit of TLC. On entry the main bar was very rustic with a lot of character although also in need of some TLC as well. However the customers, staff and the owner were all very welcoming and friendly. The bar offered... More

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Additional Information about The Lamb Inn

Also Known As:
The Lamb Hotel
The Lamb Hotel Sandford
Address: The Square, Sandford EX17 4LW, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > Devon > Sandford
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 2 B&Bs / Inns in Sandford
Price range (per night): 100 AUD - 186 AUD
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Award winning pub with stunning, contemporary rooms in a picturesque Devon village. Only 20 minutes from Exeter and 2 minutes from Crediton. The pub serves good food, seven days a week, but please book just in case. A charming place with open fires, lovely walled gardens, friendly staff. Breakfast and vat is included in the price of the room and prices are per room. ... more   less 

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