A very warm welcome to The Half Moon Inn
The Half Moon Inn is a sixteenth century, Grade Two listed historic fishing inn, which dates back to 1540. Nestled in the heart of the traditional, unspoilt Devon village of Sheepwash, and overlooking the Torridge Valley, our inn is located in some of the most picturesque countryside you’ll ever find.
For accommodation, dining reservations and country sports please contact us.

Celebrate this Valentines
Four Course Fine Dining Experience & Romantic Valentines Stay

We would just like to thank everyone at the Half Moon, Sheepwash, for making our stay so enjoyable.
Great Pub, Great Beer, Great rooms, Great location, Fabulous staff –
nothing was too much trouble.Wishing you all the best for the future in these uncertain times. Take care!
We are pleased to announce that the Half Moon Inn is under new ownership.
Haydn, Kim and Lily, the new custodians are looking forward to meeting with you and come with fresh ideas and hope for exciting times ahead!
We are now open seven days a week, food is available at lunchtimes 12 – 2 pm and in the evenings from 6 - 9 pm. The inn is open during the afternoon if you would like to call in for a drink and a bar snack. As you would expect we are busy, so to avoid disappointment we would recommend you reserve a table before travelling.
We also welcome new Head Chef Richard, who joined us on 10th June. He is working with the team to develop new menus and daily specials which shall be sourced from local suppliers, wherever possible and will be available shortly.
As soon as we are able to open without restriction, the new Management Team and Staff are planning to arrange an informal get together, so that we can hear your ideas and aspirations for the Half Moon Inn.
Check availability and book your stay:
Reviews via Trip Advisor

With delicious home-cooked food and a well-stocked bar, The Half Moon Inn is well-known locally and further afield for the quality of our hospitality. We are also renowned for our links with local fishing and country sports.
View the river live on the River Torridge webcam:

Gift Vouchers
You can now buy a Half Moon Inn gift voucher as a treat or a thank you. Simply contact us and we will arrange it for you.

The Half Moon Inn is committed to ensuring that our inn retains the ethos and character you would expect of such an historical building.
We’d love you to come and see for yourself!

News & Fishing
Recent news from The Half Moon Inn and fishing reports from the River Torridge
Valentines offer 2022
28th January 2022Half Moon Fishing Report: August 2021
12th August 2021Half Moon Fishing Report: 22nd June 2021
29th June 2021![]()
What a find, roaring fire, get atmosphere and fantastic food!