Old Ship Inn, Sidmouth

Not a bad pub at all - friendly welcome and well-kept ales (Branscombe). Atmosphere was only spoilt by a few half-drunk yobs - I won't let them put me off returning (unless I find they are regulars). I do hear rumours however that it is in the process of being sold.

A terraced pub, with black and white exterior with central entrace, with pillasters and pediment. The interior is again, white, with some artex and black beams. It is open plan, with several areas to explore and a food area upstairs. The bar is of a nice wood panel and there are some nice pew seats. Old pictures and memorabilia decorated the place throughout. It has a lived in feel, without being scruffy. The owner was really chatty and friendly and it was busy enough with a mixed clientele. Beer; tap stuff, with Branscombe Branoc, Ohanlon's Yellow Hammer and Doombar - i tried all three, the first two decent enough, the Doom class. I really liked it - i did visit in the day, but would go back anytime