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The Blue Ball Exeter

Name: The Blue Ball Exeter
Address: Sandygate, Exeter, EX27JL, GB
Telephone: +441392873401
Price range: Not Applicable
Rating: 4.5

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A turn of the 17th Century thatched pub and restaurant with accommodation on the edge of Exeter.
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Considered to be one of the prettiest pubs in the area, the Blue Ball Inn is the ideal location should you wish to visit us for a glass of wine, a pint of traditional real ale, a tasty bar snack or a enjoyable lunch or evening meal. Inside, you will find a relaxed ambiance full of style and comfort with its cosy interior. During the cooler months the real log-burning fire creates a lovely atmosphere whilst in warmer months you can sit outside in our beer garden which enhances this charming restaurant and pub watering hole. Our Chefs take real pleasure in cooking culinary delights and delicacies using Devon's finest produce that always reflects the season of the year. With a well thought out wine list to compliment our menus which change regularly, along with a high level of service, one can look forward to food cooked to perfection and an afternoon or evening of something just that little bit special.

30/10/2026

🎄✨ OUR CHRISTMAS SET MENU IS ALMOST HERE! ✨🎄

Enjoy a little Christmas sparkle with our delicious set menu and extra special festive touches, making your celebration truly magical. 🎄✨🥂

Whether it’s a catch up with friends, a festive get together with family or a Christmas work meal, there’s nothing better than bringing everyone together to celebrate the season.

🍽️ Set Menu Prices
🎄 2 courses – £33.95 per person
🎄 3 courses – £37.95 per person

📅 Available 25th November – 24th December excluding Sundays

🎅 Make time for good food and great company. Book your table and join us for a magical festive meal!

📌 Please note: Pre-order required. A 10% optional service charge goes directly to our lovely team as a little thank you for all the extra magic they bring. ❤️✨

Drink Devon

26/10/2026

🎃🏉 HALLOWEEN RUGBY AT THE BLUE BALL! 👻🕸️

We’re getting ready for a fantastic matchday as Exeter Chiefs take on Harlequins, and we’d love you to join us for a great day of rugby, food, drinks and Halloween fun! 🏉🎃

🍽️ FOOD SITTINGS – BOOK NOW!

Our food sittings are at 11:30am and 1:15pm. There are now only a couple of tables left for the 1:15pm sitting, so don’t leave it too late to book!

🚗 BOOK A TABLE, SECURE YOUR PARKING!

Remember, a table booking guarantees you a parking space, so book ahead and enjoy the day without worrying about finding somewhere to park. Cash and card payments are both accepted in the car park.

🔥 OUTDOOR BAR & BBQ OPEN! 🍔🌭🍻

Our outdoor bar will be open and the BBQ fired up! Come along, grab something tasty to eat, enjoy a drink and soak up the matchday atmosphere before kick-off.

👻 HALLOWEEN BEST DRESSED COMPETITION! 🎃

Get your costumes ready because the best dressed wins a £50 voucher! 🏆

🏉 Exeter Chiefs 🆚 Harlequins
⏰ Kick-off at 3pm

Bring your friends, get into the Halloween spirit and join us at The Blue Ball for a brilliant day of rugby, great food and plenty of fun!

23/10/2026

🔥 QUIZ NIGHT IS HERE AT THE BLUE BALL THIS SUNDAY! 🔥

🧠 Great questions, tasty curry and plenty of competition!

💰💥 Over £300 TO WIN! 💥💰
Could this be the week someone cracks our Higher or Lower jackpot and takes home the lot? 👀🏆

📅 SUNDAY 25TH
📍 THE BLUE BALL

⚠️ BOOK YOUR TABLE NOW! Contact us to secure your spot before it’s too late! 📞

👇 Tag your quiz team and let’s make it a big one! 🔥

12/10/2026

🔥 Meet Rich Oberholster – Head Chef & Food Enthusiast!

Rich has spent 25 years in the hospitality and catering industry, including 20 years leading the kitchen as a Head Chef. Trained and qualified at Exeter College, he brings a wealth of culinary experience, creativity, and passion for great food to everything he does.

After 17 years at House of Marbles and 3.5 years at BFK, Rich has now brought his experience and love of cooking to The Blue Ball, where he’s ready to introduce exciting new dishes, fresh flavours, and a creative twist on classic favourites!

When he’s not in the kitchen, Rich is a proud husband and dad of two lovely girls. You’ll find him firing up the BBQ, cheering on the Exeter Chiefs, or chasing the perfect round of golf!

Great food, family, BBQs, and friendly competition — that’s Rich’s recipe for a good life! 🔥🏈⛳

12/10/2026

📢 IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT 📢

Our grassed garden area is currently closed for maintenance. 🌿🚧

However, our marquee area remains open as usual, so you can still come along and enjoy your time with us! ☀️

Thank you for your understanding and patience while we carry out this essential maintenance. 💚

11/10/2026

🚨🔥QUIZ NIGHT AT THE BLUE BALL SUNDAY 25TH !🔥🚨

Think you’ve got what it takes to be crowned quiz champions? 🏆
Gather your smartest mates, your best guessers and your competitive side… because it’s time to put your knowledge to the test book a table for a chance to win ! 😏

🍛 Curry? Sorted.
🧠 Quiz? Ready.
🎯 Higher or Lower? ROLLED OVER AGAIN! 👀

Will THIS be the month someone finally cracks the bonus game and takes home the prize pot of nearly £200? 🤔🔥

08/10/2026

🥧🍂 OH MY PIE! 🍂🥧

Is there anything better than settling in with a delicious, warming pie on an autumn evening?

As the nights draw in and the weather gets cooler, it’s the perfect time for a cosy meal. 🍁🥧

Our delicious pies are available from our evening menu, with golden pastry and comforting fillings made for those cosy autumn nights.

06/10/2026

We’re absolutely thrilled to have brought home a gold at the Food Drink Devon Awards 2026/27! 🏆💛 Such an amazing evening celebrating the very best of Devon’s food and hospitality scene.

A huge thank you to our incredible team, our customers, and everyone who continues to support us this one means so much! 💙

Even though we didn’t take home Best Pub this year, we’re so proud of what we’ve achieved! 🏆 We’ll be back next year and next year, we’ll get it! 💪🥂

05/10/2026

Our amazing General Manager Josh and Sous Chef Lee are off to the Food Drink Devon Awards ceremony this evening.

We’re incredibly proud to have them representing the team and wishing them the very best of luck. Whatever the outcome, we’re so proud of everything they’ve achieved and the hard work they put in every day.

Go Josh and Lee!

02/10/2026

That was crazy 🍻

Address

Sandygate
Exeter
EX27JL

Opening Hours

Monday	12pm - 10pm
Tuesday	12pm - 10pm
Wednesday	12pm - 10pm
Thursday	12pm - 11pm
Friday	12pm - 11pm
Saturday	12pm - 11pm
Sunday	12pm - 9pm

Telephone

+441392873401

Website

http://www.blueballpub.co.uk/

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