Historic pubs · South West England
The Oxenham Arms
In or near Gidleigh.
The Oxenham Arms in England South West, United Kingdom.
Richard Dorrell — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Okehampton · 5.9 km
About
The Oxenham Arms is a historic pub in England South West, United Kingdom. Britain's pubs are a cornerstone of its tourist appeal — from medieval coaching inns and timber-framed alehouses to grand Victorian gin palaces — and many are listed buildings serving real ale and traditional food.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: North Dartmoor SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Oxenham Arms is a pub located in South Tawton, Devon, in South-West England. It is situated within the North Dartmoor Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), highlighting its ecological significance. Visitors can expect a traditional pub atmosphere, serving as a local gathering spot amidst the scenic Dartmoor landscape. The establishment offers a selection of drinks and a casual dining experience typical of rural Devon pubs.
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- Coordinates
- 50.7258, -3.9126
- County
- Devon
- District
- West Devon
- Parish
- South Tawton
- Postcode
- EX20 2JT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Central Devon
- Nearest railway station
- Okehampton — 5.9 km
- Official site
- www.theoxenhamarms.com
Sources
- wikidata: Q17537450 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Oxenham Arms?
- The Oxenham Arms is in Devon, South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode EX20 2JT), in the parish of South Tawton.
- What is The Oxenham Arms?
- The Oxenham Arms in England South West, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Oxenham Arms?
- The nearest railway station is Okehampton, about 5.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode EX20 2JT.
- Is The Oxenham Arms a protected site?
- Yes — The Oxenham Arms is part of the North Dartmoor SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to The Oxenham Arms?
- The nearest railway station is Okehampton, about 5.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EX20 2JT.