#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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"We all had a lovely time , very close to all amenities.The only downside was the Wi-Fi was non existent."

"No WiFi so kids had to adjust and we had more conversation than normal, you can use the WiFi in the local bar, great excuse to have a beer or cream tea"

"Well appointed log cabin and very clean. Grounds well maintained and any staff we saw were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely go back."

"We had a lovely stay in Daisy. She was spacious and cosy and the hot tub is definitely a bonus. It was lovely and peaceful sitting on the veranda and having a morning coffee or evening wine. We didn’t try the local pub but there is one within walking distance. Really easy to get to (just 15 mins or so off the M5) and a great location for exploring South Devon. In our two days we visited Exmouth, Dartmouth and the beach at Blackpool Sands. The city of Exeter is just 10 mins away, so Daisy is also...

"Area a bit in the middle of nowhere but a lovely quiet area. Owners were on hand whenever you needed them. The accommodation was a proper home from home very comfortable."