White Hart Pub & Restaurant
The White Hart offers a warm and inviting atmosphere in the heart of the Dartington Estate. Set within Dartington's historic courtyard, next to the Medieval Great Hall and the Grade II* Listed Gardens, The White Hart is a welcoming countryside pub celebrating delicious, locally sourced food and the freshest ingredients.
Whether stopping for lunch after exploring the grounds, gathering the family for a Sunday roast, heading out for dinner or simply enjoying a drink in historic surroundings, visitors can expect a warm welcome.
Seasonal menus, pub favourites and something a bit different
The White Hart is led by tenant and licensee Dan Foster alongside Head Chef Jon Pearce, bringing together a love of traditional British hospitality, French culinary training and a passion for excellent local ingredients.
Menus change with the seasons, making the most of produce from Devon farmers, growers and independent suppliers. Diners can expect familiar pub favourites alongside more refined dishes, with plenty of personality coming from the kitchen.
Provenance is a big part of The White Hart’s approach. Wherever possible, the team keeps its supply chain close to home, working with local producers and showcasing some of the best ingredients the South West has to offer, both on the plate and in the glass.
Popular Favourites on Wednesdays
Wednesday evenings bring something different to The White Hart, with a rotating line-up of popular midweek food nights.
Across the month, visitors can enjoy Burger Night, Steak Night, Chicken Night and Fish and Chips Night, with each Wednesday offering a different menu and a good excuse for a midweek meal out.
From creating your own burger to sharing a steak and bottle of wine, the evenings are designed to be relaxed, sociable and great value.
Midweek nights run on selected Wednesdays from 5pm. Visit The White Hart website here: https://www.whitehartdevon.co.uk for the latest dates, menus and booking information.
Sundays at The White Hart
Sunday is all about roasts.
The White Hart’s popular Sunday Roasts are served from 12pm, bringing together locally sourced meats, seasonal vegetables, proper roast potatoes and all the trimmings.
Paired with a bottle of wine, a local pint or something from the bar, it’s a lovely way to round off a Sunday spent exploring Dartington.
Sunday tables are popular, so booking ahead is recommended.
A pub with a past...
While The White Hart is enjoying a new chapter, the building itself has been welcoming visitors for rather longer.
Its historic Feasting Hall is one of the oldest buildings at Dartington, originally built between 1388 and 1400 by John Holand, half-brother of King Richard II.
Look up and visitors can still spot the King’s white hart crest in the ceiling of the Great Hall foyer, while other surviving features include the old oven hood and ‘spit boy’ recesses.
And then there are the famous stairs to nowhere; centuries later, they’re still keeping their secret.
Walkers, families and dogs are all welcome
After exploring Dartington’s gardens, grounds and walking routes, The White Hart makes a rather convenient and welcoming finishing point.
Muddy boots and dogs are welcome, and families are very much catered for too, with a dedicated children’s menu alongside the main and Sunday menus.
Visitors can stop by for lunch, dinner, tea and coffee, a local pint or simply a well-earned drink after a walk.
From Sunday lunches and midweek food nights to family meals, special occasions or a drink after exploring Dartington, The White Hart offers plenty of reasons to visit.
Opening Hours
Monday – Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 5 – 10pm
Thursday – Saturday: 12 – 10pm
Sunday: 12 – 5pm
Food Service
Wednesday: 5 – 8:30pm
Thursday – Saturday: 12 – 4pm and 5 – 8:30pm
Sunday: 12 – 3.30pm
Book online: https://www.whitehartdevon.co.uk.
Call: 01803 847116
Booking is recommended, particularly for Sunday lunch and the popular midweek food nights.
Please note: The White Hart occasionally closes for private events, so visitors are advised to check availability before making a special journey.
Take a look at The White Hart’s latest menus below:
