#LikeALocal. A free Entry event held every year in Ottery St Mary, East Devon. The Flaming Tar Barrels are carried through the streets of the town to the delight of thousands of townsfolk and visitors, something that has become very well known throughout the years.
Ottery St. Mary is internationally renowned for its Tar Barrels – the event is said to have originated in the 17th century, and is held each year. Each of Ottery’s central public houses sponsors a single barrel. Held on November 4th, the barrels are soaked with tar and are lit outside each of the pubs in turn and once the flames begin to pour out, they are hoisted up onto local people’s backs and shoulders.

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Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed (Masons) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

"This was our third trip to The Masons Arms and we would happily book again. Food and accommodation and staff all excellent. "

AED 648 total

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11 May - 12 May

Terrace/patio

"Comfortable, clean, friendly helpful staff and great food. "

AED 704 total

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11 May - 12 May

Property grounds

"Great location great food comfortable room… will stay here again 😀"

AED 445 total

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11 May - 12 May

View from property

"Fabulous place to stay in Lyme Regis. Will definitely return."

AED 804 total

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12 May - 13 May

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Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG

5/5 Excellent

"We had a great stay. "

A verified traveler from Palisade stayed at Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG

Posted 22 hours ago

Exeter Court Hotel

5/5 Excellent

"Exeter court hotel has recently undergone a renovation of its bedrooms. The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Although near a major road there is very little noise from the road. I would recommend a stay here. It’s very easy to reach many parts of Devon by car."

A verified traveler stayed at Exeter Court Hotel

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