Kenniford Farm Shop

An RSPCA approved award winning pig farm. Selling a full range of pork products and other locally sourced meats. The Shop also stocks eggs, vegetables, cider, wine, beer, ice cream, milk, honey. The new farm café is great for mums looking to entertain little ones for a couple of hours. Recommended for their succulent free-range pork products and bacon with no white watery run off. Just off the A3052 at Clyst St Mary.

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Seaton Farmers Market

Thriving indoor market with locally produced meat (includes rare breed pork and Dorset Down lamb, ruby Devon and Angus beef and chicken), fish, Dorset Down and Jacob sheepskins, knitting  wool, scarves, throws and baby blankets, vegetables, plants, flowers, cakes and preserves, cheese, artisan bread and pies.  Usually 3rd Friday of month, phone to check

May date: 25/5/12
July date: 13/7/12

Cullompton Farmers Market

2nd Saturday of every month, 09:30-12:30. 

Voted best Farmers Market in Devon 2009 and 2010. The first farmers market to have been started in the South West. Local food sold to local people, with all of the stallholders selling produce they grew, reared, or created themselves.

Devon Tiles

A genuine family business who have been very well recommended to us for listening to their customers’ needs, and for providing tiles that are a little different. Devon Tiles has one of the largest tile showrooms (and ready supplies of stock) in Devon. * 10% discount if mention Our Local Expert*

Smith’s – Fabulous Wines and Spirits

Put a smile back in your glass!  Let Iain Smith guide you around the familiar and less familiar wines he stocks, lovingly selected using experience gained through 8 years in the industry. Spirits and local beers also available. By the bottle, or perfect to supply party bookings, functions and weddings, with free delivery and free glass hire.  ‘It’s as if I hadn’t drunk white wine for several years’.

H & V Builders

Established in 1970, H&V are a small firm offering the complete building service - covering all aspects of the building trade. They were recommended to us by customers and other tradespeople. Almost all their work comes purely from recommendation. Members of the Federation of Master Builders.

East Hill Pride Farm Shop

At the top of Four Elms Hill (B3178 between Newton Poppleford and Sidmouth).

Serving quality local meat with a guarantee of origin from their own abattoir.  Also pasties and pies.  Farm shop with local vegetables, cakes, beers, wines and more.  PYO fruit in season.  Licensed tea room and outdoor eating with some of the best views in East Devon.  One of Rick Stein’s food heroes, also stars of ‘Kill It, Cook It, Eat It’.  Makers of my favourite pasties.  Absolutely breathtaking!

Riverford Field Kitchen

Making the best use of seasonal organic produce. Gutsy, no-nonsense food simply cooked from the best ingredients, all enjoyed in a relaxed and communal atmosphere. Family-friendly food served on the table for you to help yourself. Irresistible puddings and a set menu which changes daily.

Ben Gilbert Fencing

Working in the Sidmouth area, Ben was recommended to us for his excellent standard of work, and for being friendly, with good competitive quotes. All fencing and landscaping work undertaken. Qualified and fully insured, free estimates, covering all East Devon. *5% discount when you mention OurLocalExpert*

Teignmouth Local Produce Market

From 9am-1pm on the 3rd Saturday of the month, (weather permitting).  Selling a wide range of fresh, local produce.

HAPPY DOGS

HAPPY DOGS are Recommended for ‘wonderful handling of their charges’. They offer private consultations, group training courses, dog walking, and sales of pet food and equipment. The Happy Dogs Canine Training Centre (HDCTC) is just a 2 minute drive from the Half Way Inn (Sidmouth to Exeter Road A3052). Is your dog a Happy Dog?

Peter Dixon Chandlery, Exmouth

Books, charts, clothing (including Zhik, Lazy Jacks), and much more. *5% discount with printed copy of 'Our Local Expert' directory – can only use once*

FJ Luxton and Son

Established in Ottery for an astounding 155 years, Stuart Luxton and his skilled team bring you the complete service for your property. Repair and maintenance, alterations, extensions, loft conversions. Also painting and decorating, heating and plumbing, solar hot water systems. Well trusted and respected. Trustmark and Masterbond approved members of the Federation of Master Builders and NHBC. No job too small. Office open 8am – 5pm.

Riverwood Farm, Talaton

Avocet Fencing in Exmouth

Avocet Fencing in Exmouth. All fencing, gates, decking and pergolas supplied and built to your needs. Also hedge cutting and low maintenance borders. All work guaranteed. Nick is friendly, reliable, and his work is built to a high standard. Free estimates. The Avocet website shows Nick's excellent work.

Exmouth Tyres and Exhaust Centre

For tyres, brakes, exhausts, batteries, and laser wheel alignment. All makes and models catered for, with special services including a convenient call-out tyre-fitting service within 10 mile radius, also offering a Pristine Alloy Wheel Refurbishment. Members of Trading Standards ‘Buy with Confidence’ scheme. *Free tracking to customers quoting “Our Local Expert” when booking, for purchases of 2 tyres or more*

Dawlish Local Produce Market

First Friday each month (closed Jan/Feb) at the Piazza on the Lawn in Dawlish.  10am – 2:30 (or until 3 in summer).

A lively mix of local produce and locally produced gifts and crafts, usually 10–15 stalls.  An outdoor venue so subject to weather, and can be cancelled at short notice if severe weather.

Dr Barry Lonergan

Dr Lonergan is well known for his holistic osteopathic approach, specialising in women’s problems. He treats the full range of mechanical problems affecting all parts of the body, including degenerative problems. He is an examiner and lecturer at various osteopathic colleges and universities.

Lifestyle Installations

For general maintenance, conservatories, fitted kitchens, loft conversions, small extensions and bathroom moves, try Exmouth based Phil Jones. He has 19 years experience of double glazing installations, and 11 years experience of general maintenance. Phil provides a small friendly service, where customers can choose the materials used. Great maintenance service offered for people renting out accommodation.

Jason Turner Building Contractor Ltd

Specialising in stonework, natural stone, Grade 1 and Grade 2 Listed Buildings renovation. Barn conversions, new builds, extensions and any conversions. 95% of work is through word of mouth. Customers appreciate their good quality workmanship, reliability and politeness. Colyford based, working in Sidmouth, Honiton, West Hill.