Kings Arms
Proper old boozer, the kind with history oozing from every brick. It's a local through and through, with a cracking big beer garden out back for those sunny days. Inside, the bar's got a decent spread of beers on tap, something for everyone. And get this, hanging right there from the bar, there's an old walking stick. Belongs to some local legend, it does. Looks like it's seen a few things, that stick – almost mystical, like it's got a bit of magic about it.
This place also looks like it'd be perfect for a proper game of darts, with a bit of friendly banter flying around. And to top it all off, the lass behind the bar is dead friendly, always a smile and a good word. Can't beat a pub like that.
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Background....
Historic thatched village pub located in Dartmoor National Park. The building itself dates back to the 1600s, though there might have been a cider house on the site even earlier, with some claims suggesting the 14th century. Interestingly, the pub's porch was built at the same time as the rest of the original structure, which is unusual for pubs.
Historically, the Kings Arms operated primarily as a cider house. Today, it offers a variety of beers and food. It's also known for promoting live music and is a venue for the Dartmoor Folk Festival, as well as hosting a weekly quiz. The pub is closed on Tuesdays.
The Kings Arms is a Grade II listed building, recognized for its special architectural or historic interest. It is
situated in South Zeal, a village that retains much of its medieval layout and has an exceptional number of 16th and 17th-century buildings. The village itself was a planned settlement, founded with a charter in 1264, and was historically located on a major trade route.
