About us

Nestled in the village of Kenn, just outside Exeter, The Ley Arms is a family-run country pub with boutique-style rooms, a lively bar, and a reputation for fabulous food. Whether you’re joining us for a drink, a celebration, or a countryside stay, you’ll find a place full of character, charm and good company.

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A 13th-century thatched country pub, restaurant, boutique rooms, and holiday cottages — all with heart, history, and a warm Devon welcome.

Steeped in history and rich in personality, The Ley Arms has been bringing people together for centuries — and that spirit lives on today. From intimate family dinners to wedding celebrations or simply sharing a favourite tipple with friends, our thatched 13^th century pub offers a warm, flexible space for every occasion.

We’re proud to be family and dog friendly, and to have earned a Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor alongside glowing Google reviews, thanks to the kind words of our guests. Our menu is crafted with care using locally sourced ingredients, while our bar is stocked with real ales, fine wines, and craft spirits from the region.

At the heart of it all are Karen, Martin, Bertie the pub dog, and the dedicated team — committed to making every guest feel right at home.

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join the team

We’re always on the lookout for enthusiastic, friendly people to join our team here at The Ley Arms. Whether you’re a whizz in the kitchen, great with guests, or just passionate about food, drink and hospitality, we’d love to hear from you.

Take a look at our current opportunities below — or get in touch and tell us a bit about yourself.

Chef opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a competent, experienced, and passionate Chef to join the team at The Ley Arms.

We’re looking for someone who shares our enthusiasm for fresh, locally sourced ingredients and takes pride in creating exceptional dishes that celebrate our region’s produce.

We offer a competitive salary, excellent tips, staff meals, paid breaks, and a supportive, team-focused working environment where everyone contributes to delivering our outstanding local menu.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

Please contact Karen by email at karen@theleyarmskenn.co.uk,
or call 01392 832341 and ask to speak to Karen.
Alternatively, you can call Martin on 07957 212540.