#LikeALocal. A free Entry event held every year in Ottery St Mary, East Devon. The Flaming Tar Barrels are carried through the streets of the town to the delight of thousands of townsfolk and visitors, something that has become very well known throughout the years.
Ottery St. Mary is internationally renowned for its Tar Barrels – the event is said to have originated in the 17th century, and is held each year. Each of Ottery’s central public houses sponsors a single barrel. Held on November 4th, the barrels are soaked with tar and are lit outside each of the pubs in turn and once the flames begin to pour out, they are hoisted up onto local people’s backs and shoulders.

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Enjoy meals in this inviting dining area with a fireplace and comfortable seating.

"Staff are great, food was excellent mixed grill was excellent, bed was extremely comfortable Definitely 5 🌟 "

￥12,330 total

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Sep 1 - Sep 2

Enjoy a drink at the Cullompton bar, where wooden beams and shelves stocked with bottles create a traditional atmosphere.

"Very friendly with a genuine community feel. Excellent service"

￥9,581 total

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Aug 31 - Sep 1

Relax in this cozy room with a large bed, seating area, and wooden floors.

"Beautiful setting. Wonderful atmosphere."

￥29,359 total

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Aug 31 - Sep 1

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, nightstand, and window with curtains.

"Hotel in great location, breakfast was good and staff were excellent. Room was a little tired. "

￥17,615 total

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Aug 10 - Aug 11

Enjoy a warm and inviting stay with a fireplace, dining area, and classic charm.

"A really nice room . Staff were very helpful and friendly. Great food and a very convenient and central position."

Relax in a charming outdoor setting surrounded by lush greenery and traditional architecture.

"Staff were excellent to a fault. Accommodation was excellent; lovely shower with Elemis products!! Breakfast was awesome!!"

￥23,025 total

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Aug 25 - Aug 26

Traditional building with a cream-colored facade, adorned with hanging flower baskets and white-framed windows.

"Room in an old country inn. Room fairly basic but fine for a night or two. Close enough to Exeter to be accessible. Staff very helpful and knowledgeable about the area. Would stay again if in the area. "

￥13,701 total

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Aug 9 - Aug 10

Step into The Cromwell Arms, a charming traditional inn with a cozy garden and welcoming atmosphere.

"Very friendly, professional staff, nicely planted beer garden, and well tended. Good food, excellent service. Top room was very hot on arrival, but there was a fan,and we coped with the window open wide."

￥19,181 total

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Aug 12 - Aug 13

Guests can dine and socialize in a relaxed atmosphere with picnic tables and umbrellas.

"Had a lovely 4 night stay! Friendly helpful hosts and staff, good breakfasts and evening meals. Great locality within quiet pretty village. Will definitely visit again! "

￥19,376 total

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Aug 5 - Aug 6

Relax in a stylishly appointed room with a comfortable bed, adorned with two pillows and a framed bull's head design above.

"Very friendly staff. Breakfast was of a very high quality and best of all served up hot. Will definitely stay again when down in that part of the country."

￥15,463 total

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Aug 6 - Aug 7

Situated on a rocky shoreline, this property offers a clear view of the sea and a historic circular structure with a flagpole.

"Fabulous place to stay in Lyme Regis. Will definitely return."

￥35,231 total

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Aug 31 - Sep 1

Sit and unwind in this serene outdoor seating area surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.

"Clean and comfortable room, and polite and pleasant staff, what more is there?"

￥15,139 total

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Aug 25 - Aug 26

Enjoy a drink at the bar, where you can find a selection of glassware and bottles on display.

"Excellent location. Really friendly staff. At a good price."

￥28,380 total

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Aug 9 - Aug 10

Enjoy a tranquil beach setting with a scenic view of the ocean and a soothing sound of the waves.

"Alway a great stay, staff friendly and very good food (Stayed over 15 times at this hotel)"

￥22,718 total

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Aug 10 - Aug 11

Relax in a charming outdoor space with a stone floor, potted plants, and a wooden bar counter.

"Lovely place to stay with very helpful staff"

￥24,075 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Enjoy dining or socializing in this spacious indoor patio area with high ceilings and comfortable seating.

"Friendly and relaxed atmosphere with very attentive staff. Great little place to stay."

￥19,572 total

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Aug 5 - Aug 6

Enjoy a warm meal by the fireplace in this inviting dining area with comfortable seating.

"Very helpful staff"

Cozy retreat with a comfortable bed, nightstand, and elegant vase.

"Great place to stay great breakfast "

￥23,291 total

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Sep 4 - Sep 5

Cozy up by the traditional fireplace in this charming room with a wooden table and chairs.

"The Old Inn was welcoming, the staff friendly and helpful, and the room comfortable and spacious. Breakfast was exceptionally good."

￥19,572 total

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Aug 6 - Aug 7

Enjoy a warm meal in our restaurant with a fireplace, stone pillar, and comfortable seating.

"Great place to stay, staff very helpful "

￥17,615 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 7 - Aug 8

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Holiday Inn Express Exeter East by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were amazing friendly coped with all the dogs coming to the big show at westpoint nothing was to much trouble "

The Imperial Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Visited for a short holiday and to visit family. Staff very friendly and welcoming. Room was fine. We usually stayed in premier inn at Exmouth and tried this hotel for a change. Not much difference except we had a balcony, staff were nicer and more helpful and was cheaper to stay and park. Would definitely stay again. The hotel is pet friendly so there were some people staying with their dogs. We didn’t mind."

University of Exeter Holland Hall

10/10 Excellent

"It took 40 years but I finally made it to university!😂 The room was a standard dorm room with basic facilities. And a wonderful view from the 13th floor. And as it was after the end of the term it was very quiet and empty. All you can eat breakfast included, so a great start to the day. "

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Lowest Price	￥7,984
Highest Price	￥29,359

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