Faith Bleasdale finds the beautiful English pub in Devon that inspired ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water.’
When I head the rumour that one of my favourite songs was inspired by a pub near where my home in Devon I just had to investigate.
Simon and Garfunkel’s classic song ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’ was apparently inspired by a visit to The Fisherman’s Cot in Bickleigh, Tiverton, Devon.
The Fisherman’s Cot is a beautiful traditional Inn set on the river Exe, and it offers traditional pub food, and also a a cosy place to stay.
I went there for Sunday lunch, where the carvery was full to the hilt. The menu is varied, the prices very reasonable, and a lot of local produce is used – fresh fish features. The service is friendly and although some of the decor is a little dated it definitely passes for quaint!
What really sells this place is the setting. On a bright sunny day, you can sit outside, feed the ducks and watch the bridge – which is definitely built over troubled waters.
It’s definitely inspiring. As I watched the ducks chasing bread I definitely felt the desire to write, too.
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