Shilstone Restaurant & Cafe
Member Overview
What is Shilstone Restaurant & Café?
Shilstone Restaurant & Café is the dining destination at Shilstone House, a beautifully restored Grade II listed Georgian estate near Modbury and Ivybridge in South Devon. Set within 500 acres of gardens, woodland and farmland, Shilstone offers seasonal food experiences inspired by the surrounding estate, local producers and the best of Devon's natural larder.
Combining a relaxed courtyard café, restaurant dining in a historic barn and seasonal outdoor cooking experiences, Shilstone celebrates great food, craftsmanship and a strong connection to the land.
What does Shilstone Restaurant & Café offer?
Shilstone offers a variety of dining experiences throughout the year, each centred around seasonal ingredients and modern British cooking.
The Café
Located within a flower-filled courtyard, the café serves:
- Breakfasts and brunches
- Light lunches
- Seasonal daily specials
- Homemade cakes and pastries
- Traditional afternoon tea
- Coffee and speciality teas
The menu changes regularly to reflect local availability and the seasons.
The Barn Restaurant
The Barn offers a more refined dining experience featuring:
- Seasonal British menus
- Sunday lunches
- Estate-inspired cooking
- Local meat and vegetable dishes
- Carefully sourced Devon produce
The Fire Shed
During warmer months, Shilstone opens its wood-fired courtyard restaurant featuring:
- Cooking over hot coals
- Local meats and vegetables
- Sharing plates
- Outdoor dining experiences
- Seasonal events and live entertainment
Beyond Dining
Visitors can also enjoy:
- House and garden tours
- Workshops and events
- Estate walks
- Afternoon teas
- Private dining and celebrations
Our Specialities
- Seasonal British cuisine
- Estate dining
- Devon produce
- Afternoon tea
- Sunday lunch
- Homemade cakes and pastries
- Courtyard café dining
- Wood-fired cooking
- Farm-to-table dining
- Local supplier partnerships
- Garden-inspired menus
- Outdoor dining experiences
- Historic estate hospitality
- House and garden experiences
- Devon food tourism
Why choose Shilstone Restaurant & Café?
Shilstone offers a unique dining experience built around seasonality, provenance and the character of a working Devon estate. Menus are inspired by produce grown in the estate's gardens and sourced from trusted local farmers, growers and artisan food producers.
Estate-Grown & Local Produce
The chefs work closely with local suppliers and make use of ingredients grown within Shilstone's:
- Kitchen gardens
- Walled gardens
- Farmland
- Woodland estate
This approach ensures freshness, traceability and a genuine connection between the landscape and the food served.
Supporting Devon Producers
The drinks menu proudly showcases local favourites including:
- Luscombe soft drinks
- Salcombe Brewery beers and cider
- Sandford Orchards cider
alongside carefully selected wines and seasonal beverages.
A Unique Setting
What makes Shilstone special is its combination of:
- A restored Georgian manor estate
- Beautiful gardens and countryside
- Handcrafted interiors and furniture
- Seasonal dining concepts
- Family-run hospitality
- Estate-wide visitor experiences
Where can you find Shilstone Restaurant & Café?
Shilstone House, Modbury, South Devon, PL21 0TW ]
Café Opening Hours
Wednesday to Sunday
- Café: 10:30 am - 4:00 pm
- Kitchen: 10:30 am - 3:00 pm
- Breakfast served until 12:00 pm
- Lunch served until 3:00 pm
- Cakes, tea and coffee available all day
Restaurant Opening Hours
The Barn
- Thursday to Saturday: Evening dining
- Sunday: Traditional Sunday lunch
Visitor Facilities
- Indoor and outdoor seating
- Dog-friendly estate walks
- House and garden tours
- Workshops and events
- Private dining
- Free parking
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shilstone Restaurant & Café known for?
Shilstone is known for seasonal estate dining, locally sourced Devon ingredients, Sunday lunches, afternoon teas and its beautiful Georgian estate setting.
Where is Shilstone located?
Shilstone is located near Modbury and Ivybridge in South Devon.
Does Shilstone serve afternoon tea?
Yes. Traditional afternoon tea is available alongside cakes, pastries and savoury options.
What is The Barn?
The Barn is Shilstone's restaurant space, serving seasonal British cuisine and popular Sunday lunches.
Do you use local suppliers?
Yes. Shilstone works closely with Devon farmers, growers and artisan producers and incorporates estate-grown produce wherever possible.
What is The Fire Shed?
The Fire Shed is Shilstone's seasonal outdoor dining concept featuring wood-fired cooking and courtyard dining
Can I visit the gardens?
Yes. Visitors can explore the estate, gardens and grounds, as well as take part in tours and events.
Is Shilstone suitable for private events?
Yes. The estate offers private dining, celebrations and event spaces throughout the year.