Driving back to Bristol from Devon, you may spot an unusual orange elephant by the side of the…read moreroad, with a sign saying 'Ice Cream Parlour, Next Left'. We followed the directions and found ourselves on a long dirt road that seemed to go on forever, but we finally made it to Taverners Farm and the much-anticipated Orange Elephant Ice Cream Parlour. It's actually a nice place, with loads of room indoors for groups of people and screaming kids high on sugar. There are some seats outside for sunny days, and plenty of parking. We thought there would be more choice of ice cream flavours, and were keen to try the 2014 award-winning salted caramel, but it was unavailable. Still, we went for two-scoop chocolate waffle cones (about £7) and enjoyed them. But this is no Marshfield Farm Ice Cream.

How god damn cute! Complete with being on an actual farm which really reminds you just how…read morefortunate we are to be in such a unique place in the country. The staff are fantastic, the surroundings are quaint and well done. It's a simple concept with honest food, honest surroundings and a really relaxed atmosphere. Recommended for anyone with children especially.

Been shopping here for many years now, and seen it grow from your basic selection of local…read morevegetables, cheeses and meats to a wide selection of all sorts of items - food & drink, domestic and the odd homeware. Most of what they sell is local - I live in Silverton for example, just around the corner, and often see food from my own village for sale on their shelves. Ironically this means the food I buy there has had to travel extra food miles before I get it back to the village for supper! Quality is usually very good, and though they can't be quite as 'perfect' as the supermarkets they're often cheaper and they leave them in the dust flavour wise. Take the organic carrots for example - they actually - shock horror - taste of carrot. If you're used to buying plastic wrapped bags from your local Tesco you really should try some of what the Exe Valley farm shop has to sell for a change - you'll rediscover just how food should taste again.

Large, rather haphazard farm shop within easy reach of Exeter. The large parking area has been…read morecolonised by numerous chickens and guinea fowl as well as a tribe of cats, making driving in a precision, painstaking business. But it is worth it as the vegetables, fruit and other produce are excellent quality and sensibly priced. Apart from vegetables, there is a fresh, local meat section, various prepacked dressings and other foods, etc,, a pet supply section and various drinks.

This monthly farmer's market is the reason Crediton still calls itself a market town. I'll leave it…read moreup to the reader to decide if this is valid or not. The market sells very high quality foods and makes sure you know it with extremely high prices. I am not sure how many of the regular vendors are actually farmers, I have yet to find a farm that regularly harvests ceramic pots! And other regulars seem more itinerant local trades than farmers. Apart from the prices, which are ridiculous, the main problem with the market is that it is only once a month so you cannot make a habit of buying those things you are willing to pay a premium for and you are left to feel a little as though you are being treated to 'crumbs from the top table' once a month. I would rather use local farm shops that are more genuine and much better value for money.

Love the market here; lots of local options, all quality. Multiple dining spots, and all the ones…read moreI've visited were amazing!

This is the best breakfast in the area. The meat is straight from the butchers in store and the…read morequality is excellent. As well as sausages, bacon, egg, black pudding and tomato you get a choice of white or granary bread, toasted or fried. You can have beans as well for an extra 50p. Breakfast includes tea or coffee. Free wifi available as well. Afterwards, you can have a look around and buy the ingredients you have just tasted. Plenty of free tasters on hand too if you have room. Sells lots of high quality local produce such as Burts Chips, Georgie Porgie Puddings, Elsa's Eggs and my favourite cheddar cheese, Godminster too! The Fish Shed is also the best fish and chips in the area. Offers a choice of grilled or fried for a wide variety of fresh fish caught locally. Play area has just been improved too so the kids can have a run around after shopping. Can't recommend it highly enough.

Peradon's organic beef is absolutely fantastic. We bought some on Kirstie Allsopp recommendation…read moreand, clearly, the Channel 4 presenter has great taste; we'll definitely be back for more. If you like your beef, you'll love Peradon's Aberdeen Angus!