A relaxing family day out
Escot Park is a historic estate set in the East Devon countryside, offering wildlife encounters, a maze, and beautiful woodland trails. Visitors can see red squirrels, otters, and wild boar, and enjoy outdoor activities like the thrilling zip line.
Why visit Escot House
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Escot Park is perfect for a family day out with its mix of wildlife, adventure activities, and scenic walks. The maze provides fun for all ages, and the chance to see native wildlife up close is a unique experience.
Plan your trip
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Check the Escot Park website for opening times and event schedules. Wear comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor activities. Bringing a picnic is a great idea, but there is also a café on-site. Early arrival is recommended to make the most of your visit.
Distance and directions
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- Distance: Approximately 9 miles
- Driving Time: About 20 minutes
- Directions: Take the A373 from Clyst Hydon and follow signs to Escot Park.
Other nearby attractions
Check out some of the other attractions and locations close to The Five Bells Community Pub. Great for stopping at before, or after a visit to our community pub!
The Bear Trail
An outdoor adventure trail featuring a variety of muddy obstacles and challenges, perfect for families and adventure seekers.
Grand Western Canal Country Park
A serene waterway perfect for leisurely walks, cycling, and boating, offering a peaceful escape into nature.
Knighthayes Court
A stunning Victorian Gothic mansion surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens, offering a glimpse into historical elegance and horticultural splendour.
What's on at The Five Bells
Keep up to date with exciting events such as live music, quiz nights & games evenings. Initially the pub will NOT be serving food, we will aim to have as many local food vans as possible to serve you up some delicious grub! Updates on this will be posted on our social media platforms, please also check these platforms for opening times as they may vary depending on volunteer availability.
Sunday Roast – Max & Mikes Street food take over the Five Bells Kitchen!
We are bringing the food vans informal way of eating inside… there is no table service, order food and drinks at the bar and we will be using our new buzzer system – when your buzzer goes collect your food from the collection area, grab some cutlery and find a table!
Seafood Grill from Smoking Embers!
Join us on Good Friday for a very special Fish grill cooked over smoking embers, cooked by Smoking Embers!
From 6pm – 9pm Smoking Embers will be cooking fish from Brixham Market in our car park!
Flamed Sunday Lunch! From Smoking Embers!
oin us from 12.30 on Easter Sunday for a unique Sunday Roast! Cooked over smoking embers from our car park!
Car Boot Sale – NEW DATE CONFIRMED!
Come and sell or shop at our first Car Boot sale! Just £1 entry fee and £5 for a pitches (book here). The pub will be open from 11am.
Comedy Night
NOW SOLD OUT! Get ready for a night of laughter at The Five Bells as we welcome stand-up comedian Tom Glover as the host for our stand up comedy night.
Sunday Roast – Yellingham Farm take over the Five Bells Kitchen!
Yellingham Farm are taking over the kitchen Sunday 18th May!
Clyst Hydon
The Five Bells Community Pub
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Come by and experience the warm, friendly atmosphere of The Five Bells. We look forward to welcoming you!
