Wanting to learn more about organic fibres & natural dying, our lovely Supervisor & sustainable fashion advocate Nikol was motivated to explore how we can re-purpose some of our organic textiles . Having one of the leaders of organic & ethically made bedding Greenfibres just two doors down from us on Totnes High Street made Nikol’s project a little easier …

We LOVE the idea of supporting all forms of ecological transport and coming up with great sustainable initiatives, so this summer we have chosen to add a small incentive for those staying with us if they decide to take the train.

Here is a taster of some of the great things going on around the town to fill your days, and evenings, during your stay with us in Totnes. Some of our fave bits to get up to are …

So as we work our way through these darker months we’ll continue to create menus from what is genuinely best in-season produce. We are now well into Winter and with it a new feel to our dishes, our plates will be showcasing warmer, heartier and often richer dishes.

We launched a match funding promotion, working with Food in Community (FIC) to fund some suppers for locals who are going through a tough time over the festive season.

Some of our team got the fab chance to visit Brixham fish market in the early hours of the morning with the wonderful Mitch Tonks from Rockfish and The Seahorse.

Even though we aren’t opening the Albatross fish bar tucked below the apartment just yet, we still have plenty of ideas swimming around (boom-boom!) and are obviously using our radically sustainable suppliers to channel our favourite fish recipes in the interim!

Golden hour evenings are made for sitting in the square with a sparkling glass of fizz or chilled white wine. Here we chat about 2 of our favourites!

It has been amazing welcoming room guests back. Seeing guests wander down for breakfast is very special after six months away …

As the sun begins to shine over summer, our Totnes town will be bustling with music, events and markets. When you come to visit this is just a taste of things popping up locally …

As tomato season approaches Panzanella will be making an appearance on our menu, especially on our lunch menu of small plates …