The family run Country House Hotel that sits in the South Hams, Devon - an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Leave your digital hi-tech world behind to relax and re-connect with nature! This blog will show you the many ways you can enjoy your stay at Stoke Lodge.
Call 01803 770523 to book or email: mail@stokelodge.co.uk; www.stokelodge.co.uk
OK, so it may be a bit elusive at times, but when that July sun does decide to come out - it's HOT!
What's great about staying at Stoke Lodge is all the different ways that you can relax and enjoy the sunshine while you can... Choose from any - or all - of these options:
* Soaking up the rays on the comfy loungers around the pool, or taking a dip should you be lucky enough to need to cool off...
* Relaxing on the sun terrace where you can enjoy the peace and quiet, sea views and maybe a tasty bar snack or a Devon Cream Tea
(or
make that a chilled glass of bubbles if you prefer...)
* Playing Outdoor Chess with the huge chess pieces on the terrace.
* Strolling along blissfully peaceful country lanes discovering the birdsong and wildlife, or walking a stretch of the South West Coast Path (which actually runs through the Hotel grounds!)
The friendly staff will even pack up a picnic lunch for you with fresh local produce - and by the way I can testify that their home made chocolate brownies are delicious!
* Catching the bus to nearby Blackpool Sands with its Secret Garden and The Venus Cafe, or just a little further on to Slapton Sands where you can walk around Slapton Ley Nature Reserve or have fun discovering things at one of their Beach Trailer events, or strolling along the sea front all the way to the village of Torcross with its famous D Day Tank Memorial.
Oh, and when the sun don't shine..??
There's a heated indoor pool, jacuzzi and sauna for you to enjoy......
...and even a games room.
There really is something for all types of weather and
all kinds of tastes at Stoke Lodge Hotel - check out the website and
see for yourself!
There's a lot of things to love going on in the South Hams this August, and Stoke Lodge is the ideal base from which to Explore, Experience and Enjoy them - and then relax in comfort at the end of the day!
All these events and activities on offer are a short journey from the hotel - just take your pick...
Thanks to those lovely people at By the Dart for their brilliant information.
August 1st - 7th
AUGUST 1st - 13th - Dartmouth Art Society - Summer Exhibition
to
Unique
chance to tour this iconic building allowing you to appreciate the rich
history, role and relevance of this building and the naval training
conducted here today. - See more at:
http://www.bythedart.co.uk/events/britannia-royal-naval-college-tour-dartmouth/#sthash.Qx5sQSXm.dpuf
Come & join in the fun for a bingo night in aid of the Dartmouth Indoor Pool Fund.
Discover
more about Slapton Ley National Nature Reserve with fun activities,
craft and trails at our Beach Activity Trailer in the Middle Car Park on
Slapton Sands. Please contact 07967 497624 for more detailed
information. Sensible outdoor clothing, sun cream and footwear
recommended for all activities. No booking required.
11am - 4pm. - See more at:
http://www.bythedart.co.uk/events/drop-in-activities-slapton-dartmouth/#sthash.XyP6JUfN.dpuf
AUGUST 3rd - Brixham Fish Market Tour
Unmissable tour for fish lovers, with food, drink, talks and readings.
AUGUST 4th 6.30 - 8.00 - Italian Cooking Class with Prosecco Tasting.
A Dartmouth Food Festival event held at the Royal Dart Yacht Club in Kingswear. A chance to learn from the best at
this Italian Cooking Masterclass, with the larger than life Enrico
Messora, whilst enjoying a Prosecco Tasting.
an
original murder-mystery. An interactive play with references to
Downton, Agatha Christie, part romp, part farce, and a whole lot of fun.
- See more at:
http://www.bythedart.co.uk/events/murder-on-the-terrace-greenway-dartmouth/#sthash.jv4F9xtX.dpuf
Heartbreak
Theatre’s production of an original murder-mystery. An interactive play
with references to Downton, Agatha Christie, part romp, part farce, and
a whole lot of fun. - See more at:
http://www.bythedart.co.uk/events/murder-on-the-terrace-greenway-dartmouth/#sthash.jv4F9xtX.dpuf
AUGUST 4th 7.30 - 10.00 - Patsy Cline & Friends
A tribute Concert to Patsy Cline - Hank Williams - Jim Reeves at the Flavel, Dartmouth.
The Velvet
Country voice of Patsy Cline caught the imagination of Sue Lowry who has
been a lifelong fan of Patsy Cline and Country Music!
Paignton's historic harbour is hosting a free festival with
entertainment and activities for the whole family - all to raise fund
for The Fishermen's Mission charity.
AUGUST 7th - Rockfish Dartmouth Crab Festival 12 noon - 4.00pm
Mitch
Tonks & Angela Hartnett are all set to host the Dartmouth Crab
Festival for it's 5th year running. The event will be supported by GWR
again this year and all is set to be another great celebration of local
crab.
Can't get a ticket, join us on the embankment for a great day the
family and take part in the crab competition or just enjoy a crab roll.
- See more at: http://www.bythedart.co.uk/events/rockfish-dartmouth-crab-festival-2016/#sthash.QbWSDvgk.dpuf
Mitch
Tonks & Angela Hartnett are all set to host the Dartmouth Crab
Festival for it's 5th year running. The event will be supported by GWR
again this year and all is set to be another great celebration of local
crab - See more at:
http://www.bythedart.co.uk/events/rockfish-dartmouth-crab-festival-2016/#sthash.QbWSDvgk.dpuf
Mitch Tonks & Angela Hartnett are all set to host the Dartmouth
Crab Festival for it's 5th year running. They're delighted to be supported
by GWR again this year and all is set to be another great celebration
of local crab.
Can't get a ticket? Join them on the embankment for a great day the family and take part in their crab competition or just enjoy a crab roll
Discover
more about Slapton Ley National Nature Reserve with fun activities,
craft and trails at our Beach Activity Trailer in the Middle Car Park on
Slapton Sands. Please contact 07967 497624 for more detailed
information. Sensible outdoor clothing, sun cream and footwear
recommended for all activities. No booking required.
11am - 4pm. - See more at:
http://www.bythedart.co.uk/events/drop-in-activities-slapton-dartmouth/#sthash.XyP6JUfN.dpuf
Discover
more about Slapton Ley National Nature Reserve with fun activities,
craft and trails at our Beach Activity Trailer in the Middle Car Park on
Slapton Sands. Please contact 07967 497624 for more detailed
information. Sensible outdoor clothing, sun cream and footwear
recommended for all activities. No booking required.
11am - 4pm. - See more at:
http://www.bythedart.co.uk/events/drop-in-activities-slapton-dartmouth/#sthash.XyP6JUfN.dpuf
10.15am to 5pm daily
Sunday 7th 2pm to 5pm
Free Entrance
Special Section “Reflections”
Original paintings by local artists for sale
- See more at: http://www.bythedart.co.uk/events/dartmouth-art-society-summer-exhibition/#sthash.dclEAKEL.dpuf
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- See more at: http://www.bythedart.co.uk/events/dartmouth-art-society-summer-exhibition/#sthash.dclEAKEL.dpuf
Did you know that clever Stoke Lodge chef Sigourney has been very busy preparing a selection of menus for her Vegan, Vegetarian and Gluten-Free Vegetarian menus..?
Sad but true - it seems that while many restaurants' menus do offer a vegetarian option, it oftens turns out to be something like pasta, pizza or curry with a very limited choice, and often with nothing that a vegan or gluten-free vegetarian could enjoy.
Sigourney works tirelessly planning a very varied menu choice for vegetarians, vegans and gluten free
She changes the tempting options regularly and is continually researching and creating new dishes, so that hopefully there will be something for everyone to enjoy.
Here's just a sample of some of the lovely veggie dishes on offer at Stoke Lodge...
Gluten
Free Vegetarian Menu
Pan Fried Halloumi, Pesto &
Pimiento Pepper Salad
Honey Dew Melon, Berries & Coulis
Blue Cheese Mousse, Pear & rocket
Baked Avocado Half with Tomato &
Cheese
*****
Soup of the Day
Sorbet of the Day
*****
Vegetable Thai Green Curry
3 Bean Chilli Con Carne
Capronata
Pan Fried Bubble & Squeak Cake on a
bed of Creamed Leeks, Tomato Salsa
Ticklemore Goats Cheese stuffed
Butternut Squash
Tarka Dhal & Chana Masala, Yogurt,
Mango Chutney
All served with Vegetables of the Day
and Potatoes or Cauliflower Rice
*****
Chocolate Chip Parfait, Berries
Lemon Mascarpone Mousse
Fruit Meringue
Lemon & Lime Posset
Vegan
Menu
Fallafels on a bed of Pomodoro Sauce
Citrus Tabbuleh
Butternut Squash, Black Bean & Pine
Nut Quinoa Salad
