Blue Ball Inn

Blue Ball Inn Historic inn on the edge of Exmoor National Park, a stone's throw from Lynton & Lynmouth. Serving hearty food, local ales & hosting live music.
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Dog-friendly rooms & stunning countryside views. Dating back to the 13th century, with low ceilings, blackened beams, stone fireplaces and a timeless, unspoiled olde-worlde charm, the Blue Ball is the perfect escape. Enjoy a warm welcome, great beer and hearty food, making the inn your base before exploring the surrounding countryside, with stunning walks through some of the UK's finest landscapes.

Wake up at Blue Ball Inn and start the day with breakfast before heading out to explore Exmoor.Our breakfast menu includ...
07/06/2026

Wake up at Blue Ball Inn and start the day with breakfast before heading out to explore Exmoor.

Our breakfast menu includes a full English, vegetarian breakfast, breakfast baps, eggs Benedict, avocado and poached eggs, waffles, coffee and more.

A lovely base for walking breaks, weekends away and relaxed North Devon stays.

🌐 blueballinn.com⁠
📞 01598 741263⁠
📧 [email protected]

A very important pub update… 🎱Our brand new pool table has arrived at Blue Ball Inn, and it’s ready for its first few lo...
06/06/2026

A very important pub update… 🎱

Our brand new pool table has arrived at Blue Ball Inn, and it’s ready for its first few local rivalries.

Pop in for a pint, grab your mates, and settle in for a game or two.

Loser buys the next round?

Looking for a Father’s Day gift that feels a little more thoughtful?Our 3 for 2 stay offer is now available every day of...
06/06/2026

Looking for a Father’s Day gift that feels a little more thoughtful?

Our 3 for 2 stay offer is now available every day of the week, including weekends, so you can treat Dad to a proper Exmoor escape with an extra night included.

Think coastal walks, countryside views, hearty pub food, a well-earned pint and plenty of time to explore Lynton, Lynmouth and the South West Coast Path.

Book three nights and pay for two at Blue Ball Inn.

🌐 blueballinn.com⁠
📞 01598 741263⁠
📧 [email protected]

Planning a weekend in North Devon?Blue Ball Inn makes a lovely base for exploring Exmoor, Lynton, Lynmouth, Valley of Ro...
05/06/2026

Planning a weekend in North Devon?

Blue Ball Inn makes a lovely base for exploring Exmoor, Lynton, Lynmouth, Valley of Rocks and the coast path, with rooms upstairs, food and drinks downstairs, and breakfast to start the day properly.

Check in, have dinner in the pub, enjoy a slower night in Countisbury, then head out exploring in the morning.

Book direct through our website for the best available rates.

🌐 blueballinn.com⁠
📞 01598 741263⁠
📧 [email protected]

Looking for a North Devon stay with Exmoor on the doorstep?Blue Ball Inn has comfortable rooms in Countisbury, with prop...
03/06/2026

Looking for a North Devon stay with Exmoor on the doorstep?

Blue Ball Inn has comfortable rooms in Countisbury, with proper pub food downstairs, breakfast, countryside walks nearby and easy access to Lynton, Lynmouth, Valley of Rocks and the coast.

Perfect for walking breaks, dog-friendly stays, weekend escapes and last-minute nights away.

Book direct through our website.
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🌐 blueballinn.com⁠
📞 01598 741263⁠
📧 [email protected]

WE’RE HIRING 🍻Blue Ball Inn is looking for a live-in Front of House team member or Supervisor to join us here in beautif...
03/06/2026

WE’RE HIRING 🍻

Blue Ball Inn is looking for a live-in Front of House team member or Supervisor to join us here in beautiful Countisbury, North Devon.

If you’re friendly, reliable, love working with people and fancy living right on the edge of Exmoor, this could be the one.

You’ll be joining a busy, welcoming pub with rooms, serving locals, walkers, holidaymakers and plenty of four-legged guests too.

✨ Live-in accommodation available
✨ Front of House or Supervisor role
✨ Full-time position
✨ Hospitality experience preferred
✨ Beautiful North Devon location near Lynton and Lynmouth

Interested? Send us a message or email your CV to [email protected]

Know someone who’d be perfect? Tag them below 👇

01/06/2026

Summer evenings at Blue Ball Inn are looking very tempting.

Join us in Countisbury for countryside views, hearty pub food, cold drinks and a relaxed terrace spot after a walk, a beach day or a wander around Lynton and Lynmouth.

Pop in, book a table, or make a night of it with one of our rooms.

Looking for somewhere to eat in North Devon this weekend?Our menu has plenty to choose from, including homemade focaccia...
30/05/2026

Looking for somewhere to eat in North Devon this weekend?

Our menu has plenty to choose from, including homemade focaccia, oven-roasted camembert, moules frites, fish and chips, Exmoor beef burgers, steaks, fresh salads and classic pub favourites.

Perfect for lunch, dinner, post-walk food or a relaxed weekend meal in Countisbury.
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🌐 blueballinn.com⁠
📞 01598 741263⁠
📧 [email protected]

29/05/2026

Live music this Friday at Blue Ball Inn.

Join us in Countisbury for proper pub food, drinks and a relaxed Friday evening atmosphere, with live music to ease you into the weekend.

Pop in for a drink, book a table for dinner, or bring a few friends and settle in for the evening.

Staying nearby for half term? Come and join us for pizza on the terrace.If you’re at a local campsite, caravan park or h...
27/05/2026

Staying nearby for half term? Come and join us for pizza on the terrace.

If you’re at a local campsite, caravan park or holiday let, Blue Ball Inn is a handy place to feed the kids, enjoy a pint in the sun and take a night off cooking.

We’ve got pizzas, children’s meals, pub favourites, drinks and countryside views waiting.

Tag someone heading to Exmoor or North Devon this half term.

Address

Countisbury Hill, Countisbury
Lynmouth
EX356NE

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 11pm
Tuesday 8am - 11pm
Wednesday 8am - 11pm
Thursday 8am - 11pm
Friday 8am - 11pm
Saturday 8am - 11pm
Sunday 8am - 11pm

Telephone

+441598741263

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