Situated in the ancient village of Meavy, The Royal Oak is as steeped in history as its pretty Devonshire moorland surroundings. Dominated by its namesake, a magnificent hollow oak which is reputed to have hidden King Charles, the 15th-century inn with its blazing peat fires serves as a comfortable winter hideaway or summer retreat. Food is a hearty range of British classics, washed down with a range of international wines plus local cask ales and traditional scrumpy cider.