The Arundell
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Award‑Winning Dining, Hospitality and Field Sports on the Devon–Cornwall Border
The Arundell is an historic country hotel, restaurant and bar located in Lifton, West Devon, just off the A30 on the Devon–Cornwall border. An 18th‑century coaching inn, The Arundell is renowned for its exceptional food, warm hospitality and strong connection to the surrounding countryside, making it a long‑established destination for food lovers, walkers and anglers alike.
A Landmark Country Inn
The Arundell has a long and respected history as both an inn for travellers and one of the UK’s most established fishing hotels, with an on‑site fly‑fishing school founded in 1932. Today, it continues to balance tradition with modern comfort, offering a relaxed yet refined stay rooted firmly in West Devon life.
Award‑Winning Restaurant & Bar
At the heart of The Arundell is its award‑winning restaurant and bar, widely recognised for its commitment to seasonal, locally sourced and wild food.
The kitchen:
- Works closely with local farmers, growers and fishers
- Sources wild game within 15 miles of the hotel
- Uses line‑caught fish from the Cornish coast, delivered fresh
- Partners with respected suppliers such as Philip Warren Butchers
Menus change with the seasons and are available for breakfast, lunch, dinner and afternoon tea, with both residents and non‑residents welcomed.
Comfortable Country Accommodation
The Arundell offers 21 bedrooms across the main hotel and Coach House, including:
- Classic, king, twin and suite rooms
- Dog‑friendly rooms with dedicated washing areas
- A self‑catering Fishing Cottage, ideal for longer or active stays
- Additional quiet rooms suited to business travellers
Rooms combine traditional character with modern amenities, making the hotel a popular base for both leisure and work‑related stays.
Food Beyond the Restaurant – The Arundell Deli
A distinctive feature is the Arundell Delicatessen, an on‑site café and artisan food store offering:
- Light bites, cakes and pastries made by the hotel kitchen
- Artisan groceries, wines and ready‑prepared meals
- “First Night” grocery boxes for holidaymakers
- Picnics for fishing, walking and Dartmoor adventures
This extends The Arundell’s food ethos beyond the dining room and into everyday local life.
Field Sports, Fishing & the Outdoors
The Arundell is internationally respected for its field sports and fly‑fishing heritage, offering:
- 22 miles of private river fishing on five rivers
- Expert ghillies and fishing guides
- Equipment hire and on‑site tackle shop
- Walking and cycling routes connecting Dartmoor and the Tamar Valley
Many guests return across generations, drawn by both the landscape and the hospitality.
Sustainability & Modern Travel
Despite its historic roots, The Arundell embraces sustainability:
- Heating and hot water powered by biomass and solar energy
- 22 Tesla EV Superchargers on site
- Water sourced from the hotel’s own borehole
The hotel is also part of Visit Tamar Valley’s Green Tourism Programme.
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