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The Blue Ball team offer a warm welcome to one and all at the Blue Ball Inn, a fine turn of the 17th Century thatched pub and restaurant with accommodation in Sandygate on the edge of Exeter Devon.

Considered to be one of the prettiest pubs in the area, the Blue Ball Inn is the ideal location should you wish to visit us for a glass of wine, a pint of traditional real ale, a tasty bar snack or an enjoyable lunch or evening meal in our delightful restaurant.Inside, you will find a relaxed ambiance full of style and comfort with its cosy interior.
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2. Please respect the 1 way system at all times and check with a member of staff is unsure. 5. Please be patient as we are finding a way through this difficult time, but reassured your safety and well-being are of key importance to us at this time. 6. Outside tables are available on a first come basis and you you will be given table service but a member of your group will have to provide contact details as per government guidance.
The new rugby season is almost upon us why not join us with outside refreshment available. Parking for the new season will be 10 per car for everyone but 10% discount applied to your restaurant bill. Come along, support the teams and enjoy the atmosphere. The Blue Ball naturally lends itself to pre and post match food and drinks because of its close proximity to the rugby ground.
The Blue Ball Inn is the perfect setting for an intimate wedding breakfast, reception or function. We can cater for all family occasions and can offer a wide range of menus tailored to your particular needs including a sample buffet menu and a sample BBQ menu.

Whatever the occasion or event, with our first class service standards, excellent facilities and experienced organisational team, the Blue Ball Inn will ensure that your day is a day to remember.
Reviews (9)
Janrenee Woodhouse
Janrenee Woodhouse
Dec 29, 2021
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Lovely food (best to book), service and ambience. A favourite amongst locals. Generous portions.
Richard Jones
Richard Jones
Dec 13, 2021
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Excellent Christmas meal today for 5 of us. 1 with specific dietary requirements. They, as always provide a wonderful 3 courses meal, great welcoming and attentive staff. Such a lovely venue to enjoy time with friends. Thank you
Andy Etheridge
Andy Etheridge
Dec 05, 2021
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What a gem. Staff brilliant and helpful.
Food good.
Room clean and neat.
Will definitely stay again.
Recommended.
Kieren Trew
Kieren Trew
Dec 02, 2021
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Really nice lunch whilst stopping off to charge up my electric car! Staff friendly the manageress runs a tight ship! Will certainly stop here again should I find myself in the area.
Gill Howard
Gill Howard
Sep 20, 2021
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Won't be visiting again, turned up at 1.45 after phoning to check we were still able to order food, only to be told we have to sit inside in case it rains as there's no staff to run around after people outside. Didnt want to sit inside what was a very stuffy bar area when it was bright sunshine outside, offered to carry our plates out and bring back in again but he wasn't interested. I think it was more a case of not wanting to be bothered with our lunch order in the first place.
Ray Charles
Ray Charles
Jun 29, 2021
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Lovely pub not far from the rugby ground. Dinner was superb (book in advance!) and they are dog friendly - my one was under the table whilst we ate dinner! Great place and we'll be coming back when we return to Devon
Andy Hill
Andy Hill
Jun 24, 2021
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Fantastic pub. Great atmosphere great service and excellent food. Good menu selection and good sized portions. Thoroughly recommend
Claire S.
Claire S.
May 15, 2021
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Brilliant find on our travels. Friendly staff. Food was amazing. Would recommend the Moroccan lamb! Kids portions are a great size. Very accommodating. I loved how they take the time to listen/talk to the children as well. Would love to visit again.
Dave
Dave
Dec 17, 2020
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Having searched for somewhere near Exeter we found the Blue Ball via the OpenTable app. On arrival we were very warmly greeted and made to feel welcome. Our table wasn’t ready so we had a drink and waited (we were early!)
The food is wonderful and portions are large!
For starters we had the mushrooms and baked Camembert. Our mains my partner had Brisket of Beef with fondant potatoes, kale, beans and a red wine gravy. I had the Sausages and Mash, with veg, onions and that gravy.
A great pub serving great food with great staff.
Well worth a visit.