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Reviewed 3 weeks ago

We have just returned from a couple of days exploring Exmoor and stayed at The Crown Inn Exford with our dogs. We had a warm and friendly welcome, our evening meal and breakfast was amazing. We will definitely be returning next year.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 5 weeks ago

Very welcoming pub with good food. Went for dinner twice and enjoyed the experience. Good friendly service

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 22 September 2023

This was my second visit this year. Unfortunately three nights were cut down to one, because of work. I had my same room which was up to their excellent standard. This time I had dinner. The menu choice was very good and the food the...best I have had for many a year. Very attentive service. In the morning I had the full English which was a very good start to the day. I am trying to arrange another visit this year. It would be very difficult to find anywhere to better The Crown.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 12 September 2023

Stayed three nights and ate in every night. Good food and beer. Staff friendly and helpful. Nice cooked breakfast.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 21 August 2023 via mobile

Another excellent meal at The Crown in Exford. The legendary Exmoor pie and sticky toffee pudding is not to be missed. We always visit when we are staying in Exford, and it never disappoints. Thank you to all the chefs and staff for always looking...after us.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 16 July 2023

Pan roasted chicken breast with confit of leek & smoked bacon, seasonal veg., dauphinois potatoes, & lemon & thyme sauce- OMG!!! I’ve died and gone to heaven. I chose this dish on Thursday and came back Sunday for the same dish!! Chicken was so moist,...and the sauce had a beautiful lemon tang that complemented the entire meal. The veg. Was perfect try cooked and the leek and bacon confit was an excellent addition. I had extra potatoes as they were so delicious!!!More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 9 July 2023 via mobile

We were pleasantly surprised by this place.Lovely pub food and very friendly staff.If staying in Exford again we wouldn’t hesitate to return.

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 30 June 2023

The welcome we received was poor despite there being very few customers . We had roast meals but the beef was basically raw and had hardly seen the oven, cost of electric??!! The vegetables were not that tasty, and the Yorkshire puddings were definitely not...recently cooked and were cold. Altogether a disappointing meal for a top heavy price! Wish we’d gone to the white horse in the village who were busy, I wonder why !More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 25 June 2023

Another fantastic stay. Rooms and food superb. Great atmosphere. All the staff are so helpful. Thank you for our fantastic stay. See you again

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 17 June 2023

The Crown is a real jewel. The building itself is very interesting and as soon as you enter you know you are on to a winner. Excellent decor, bright and airey. The staff are most helpful and polite. My room was very well furnished and...spotless with a good sized bathroom. The menu and food were very good, with refreshing changes to the norm - something to whet the appetite. A good sized bar, well patronised by the villagers which is always good to see. I can't recommend The Crown highly enough. I will certainly return.More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 20 February 2023 via mobile

what a great place to stay in exmoor. Really comfortable and welcoming. Good food both at dinner and breakfast, lovely rooms and lovely little gift shop . we would recommend it to anyone who likes good traditional friendliness and service

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 26 October 2022 via mobile

Its been a long time since ive been so disappointed on the value the quality and the portion size of a meal the crown in exford really managed to hit all 3 of these ! We were a large table of 12 heads and the...feeling was mutual across the table some really pitiful portions the size of the dauphinois with the lamb dish was just laughable the steaks were dry and the pie was small and not to the standard a really disappointing pub meal!More

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed 13 October 2022

We had two lovely meals at the Crown while staying in a holiday cottage in Exford. On both occasions the food was excellent and the service and welcome exemplary. Would definitely go back again if we are in the area again.

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed 31 August 2022 via mobile

I stayed at the Crown for 3 nights as I wanted somewhere central to visit places on Exmoor. I had my dog with me. Parking is easy and off road. The staff were very friendly and helpful and made myself and Lola very welcome. The...room was clean and comfortable, no frills but had what was necessary. Breakfasts were fabulous. The hotel’s location provides an excellent base for visiting Exmoor’s various attractions. Nice walks direct from the hotel which is good if travelling with dogs.More

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed 11 August 2022

Lovely pub in the heart of the village. Friendly welcome at a well-stocked bar, then our meals, which were way, way above average for pub-served meals. Menu offered wide choices, and our meals were of the highest quality, freshly cooked and superbly presented. Service and...value for money could not have been better.More

Date of visit: August 2022
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Well behaved dogs are more than welcome, on a lead please.
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Breakfast is served 8 am to 9.30 am 7 days a week.
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  • Food: 4.5
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  • Atmosphere: 4.5