Our main entrance & shop is now fully open
Our extended shop space and main entrance is now fully open after the fire - providing customer access to the whole site, to include the Glass House Cafe, Food Hall and Restaurant Tea Room.
Plentiful blue badge priority parking is signposted and positioned immediately opposite the main entrance for individuals that may need to park closer to their destination. Complimentary wheel chairs are also available from the main entrance foyer.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Welcome to The Old Well Garden Centre
The Old Well Garden Centre, Gift Shop, Food Hall, Restaurant Tea Room and Glass House Cafe combined is an independent family run Devon business – located a moment from Junction 27 of the M5, just off the A38.
Our loyal customers have seen us grow substantially since we opened our doors in 1982. From a petrol filling station, to the established 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 for plants, gifts and produce – or seeking a comfort break when travelling to or through the beautiful county of Devon – we have something for everyone.
Dogs on lead are welcome and permitted in designated areas, to include the Restaurant Tea Room foyer and the Tea Garden outside seating area. Please be prepared to clean up after your dogs whilst visiting us. Registered assistance dogs are permitted throughout.
Disabled access and designated parking is available.
OUR HISTORY
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 occupiers, Little Chef, move to the newer services just down the road at Junction 27 of the M5, leaving behind a dilapidated former building.
Prior to this it had been a much-loved lido for the local community 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 almost deserted A38 with grass growing in between the carriageways; for a garage selling petrol, classic cars and the Tea Rooms which is still an integral part of the business today.
It continued to operate as a garage forecourt for a while, however following a suggestion by one of our sales reps to try selling plants, it soon became apparent that the new direction would be a Garden Centre and Tea Rooms.
The business today has grown and had much investment, whilst maintaining family values and a friendly welcoming service.
The Old Well is now run by Rob Lamyman together with David and Christine, supported by a vast, dedicated and experienced team.
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