Going Out in Seaton and the Axe Valley.

The towns and villages of the Axe Valley have a variety of Pubs and Restaurants offering Real Ales, tempting menus and a diverse range of excellent live music.Choose from family run country restaurants, friendly bistros or historic inns.

Enjoy the best of pub grub, along with excellent cask conditioned Real Ales, or dine in style at restaurants where locally caught fish, locally reared meats and locally grown vegetables are turned into a gourmet experience accompanied by fine wines.

In Seaton and Beer you will find friendly busy seaside pubs open all day and late catering for a thriving all year round local trade as well as tourists, day trippers and holiday makers.

The country pubs in the villages of Axmouth, Branscombe, Colyford and Musbury are all well worth a visit, many are historic inns and they all serve good food and real ales.

The pretty historic town of Colyton has a selection of pubs which can be enjoyed as part of a day out on one of the famous Seaton Trams.

Live music can be found most weekends throughout the year with talented local musician's playing pub gigs to enthusiastic audiences.

Country, Blues, Jazz, West Coast Rock, 60's classics, 80's pop and Rock and Roll can all be enjoyed whether you just want to listen with a drink or get up and dance.

The Annual Beer Rhythm and Blues Festival in October is a must see 3 day event taking place at various venues around the village during the afternoons and evenings of the weekend and finishing in a monster jam session at the Beer Social Club.

For those who want to get up and sing, karaoke nights can be found in various pubs on weekday evenings throughout the year.

Live music is not just found in the coastal towns and villages, many of the country pubs and inns also put on live music in the afternoons and evenings at certain times of the year and it is well worth looking out for the signboards advertising the music in the axe valley countryside.

Sidmouth Folk week from the 1stweek of August is also another event not to be missed.With dozens of musician's and bands playing at venues throughout Sidmouth as well as literally hundreds impromptu folk music sessions taking place in the pubs and bars and along the seafront the music goes on all week.

As well as the musician's there are clog dancers, Morris men and traditional dancers as well as crafts and trade stands.

There are friendly reliable Taxi services which cover Seaton and the surrounding area as well as further a field which can be booked to take you wherever you wish and to bring you back at a time you choose.

Seaton Pubs.

The Vault Bar – Marine Place,Seaton,EX12 2LL, tel:01297 625333

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The Vault Bar is on the sea front opposite Fisherman's Gap with views across the bay towards Beer Head.

It is fairly small, so with a good crowd in, it has a good atmosphere and its light wood fittings and floor give it a modern feel.

They offer a range of lagers and beers including guest real ales as well as serving coffee and teas, they do not serve food.

The bar is licensed for over 18's only, but families can use the outside tables on the seafront. Owners are allowed to take their dogs into the bar.

Satellite Sports TV,Pool,Darts,Outside Tables, Occasional Live Music.

Seaton Town Social Club at Winstons – Harbour Road, Seaton, EX12 2NA, tel: 01297 20494

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Seaton Town Social Club has newly relocated to bigger premises at Winstons in Harbour Road.

There is a lounge bar and separate Function Room which has live music on every Saturday night from 8.45pm to midnight.

They offer a range of lagers and beers including guest real ales, coffee and teas and serve food at lunchtimes and early evening.

Children are allowed when accompanied by an adult and families can use the outside tables. Owners are allowed to take their dogs into the bar when kept on a lead.

Non members are welcome but will need to sign in at the bar. Day & weekly memberships are available. C.I.U. Affiliated.

TV,Darts, Skittles Outside Tables,Live Music.

Eyre Court Hotel – Queen Street,Seaton, EX12 2NN, tel:01297 21455

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The Eyre Court Hotel in Queen Street is 150 yards from the beach.

It offers guests a warm welcome, good food and traditional award winning ales and beers in their friendly family run bars.

The licensed restaurant is very popular serving meals prepared to order using local produce wherever possible.

There is a large Conservatory which can be used for functions and a large outdoor seating area with tables under heated canopies.

Live music every Sunday from 4.30pm to 7pm

The Famous George – The Square,Seaton,EX12 2LX, tel:01297 21236

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The famous George in the Square is one of the oldest pubs in Seaton but has been extensively modernised in recent years.

Under new management in 2011, the new owners have changed the business to focus on food including roast dinners on Sundays and at other times during the week.

It serves a wide range of beers and lagers.

Satellite Sports TV, Pool, Darts, Occasional Live Music.

The Royal Clarence – 1 Harbour Rd,Seaton,EX12 2LX, tel: 01297 20345

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The Royal Clarence is a basement bar close to the sea front on Harbour Road.

Popular with the local trade, it can get very busy on Friday nights and at weekends with a younger crowd.

It has a large pool room at the rear which can be used by children as well as an outdoor covered boules pitch.

It serves a good range of beers and lagers at reasonable prices, but does not serve cooked meals.

Live music or DJ on Friday and Saturday nights during the season and at advertised dates out of season.

Satellite Sports TV,Pool,Darts,Outside Tables, Live Music.

The Kings Arms – Fore Street,Seaton, EX12 2AN, tel:01297 23431

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The Kings Arms is a traditional pub just out of the town centre up by the cricket ground.

Popular with locals and the visitors staying at the nearby caravan park it serves a good range of beers and real ales.

It has a good reputation for its food and can be very busy, particularly on Sundays when pre booking is recommended.

There is a large beer garden at the rear of the pub over looking the estuary to Axmouth with tables, play equipment for children and two boules pitches.

Darts, Skittles, Outside Tables, Live Music (see adverts).

The Hook & Parrot – East Walk,Seaton,EX12 2LN, tel:01297 23155

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The Hook & Parrot is on the sea front over looking the bay. Spacious bar, with separate dining room popular with families

Food all day up untill 8pm.

They serve a range of beers, including a choice of real ales, lagers and cider and also serve coffee and tea.

The bar is licensed for children with their parents up until 10.30pm.Their outside tables lookout over the Esplanade and seafront. Owners are allowed to take their dogs into the bar.

Big screen TV, Pool, Outside Tables.