Local pubs in the Sidmouth area have been selected as some of the finest in the land.

Pub lovers can take shelter at a number of local establishments after they were included in the top 5,000 for food and drink by The Good Pub Guide.

The pubs are inspected anonymously with a particular emphasis placed on how good the atmosphere is.

The Fountain Head, in Branscombe was included as one of the best pubs in Devon and recommended on account of its local beers and tasty, well priced food.

Nine other pubs were mentioned in the ‘also worth a visit’ section spreading across Sidmouth, Beer, Branscombe, Sidford and Ottery.

There are four in Sidmouth, with the Anchor Inn, Bowd Inn, Dukes Inn and the Swan Inn included.

The Blue Ball in Sidford was praised for its pleasant, attentive service, popular bar food and good breakfasts.

Visit www.goodpubguide.co.uk to see more and buy the book.