Welcome to The Old Well Garden Centre
Welcome to The Old Well Garden Centre, Restaurant and Cafe, an independent family run business located a moment from Junction 27 of the M5 just off the A38. Our loyal customers have seen us grow since we opened our doors for business in 1982 from petrol filling station to the Garden Centre you’ll find today, with a passion for service, quality, choice and great value.
Whether meeting friends for lunch or a light bite, shopping or seeking a comfort break when travelling to or through the beautiful county of Devon, we have something for everyone.
Dogs are permitted on a lead in designated areas. Please be prepared to clean up after them. Registered assistance dogs are permitted throughout.
Disabled access and parking is located at the main entrance, disabled access is also available to the Restaurant and Cafe.
The Old Well Road House, as it was previously known when purchased by David and Christine Lamyman in the late 1970’s had seen better days. The construction of the motorway saw its latest occupiers, Little Chef move to the newer services just down the road at Junction 27 of the M5 leaving behind its dilapidated former building.
Prior to this it had been a much-loved lido for the local population to enjoy from miles around, some of whom still return to see if the pool is still here – which it still is.
David and Christine saw opportunity where others did not on the now almost deserted A38 with grass growing in between the carriageways; for a garage selling petrol, classic cars and the Tearooms which is still an integral part of the business today. Whilst it continued to operate as a garage forecourt for a while, following a suggestion by one of our sales reps that they should try selling plants, it soon became apparent that its new direction would be a Garden Centre and tearooms.
The business has had much investment since its early days and is now run by Rob together with David and Christine and large dedicated team.
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