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Care, compassion and community spirit
There’s not a lot that we can add to the current conversation around coronavirus, but we can focus on a different perspective…
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Winking Prawn fundraising success for the Chernobyl Children’s Lifeline Totnes and South Hams
Last week we hosted a fundraising supper in aid of a new project in Belarus, initiated by The Chernobyl Children’s Lifeline…
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Johnny Cowling comes to Salcombe in aid of Holy Trinity Church and St. Peter’s Foundation
Funny man Johnny Cowling is bringing his talents to Salcombe in aid of Holy Trinity Church and St. Peter’s Foundation.
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The Winking Prawn charity dinner for the Chernobyl Children’s Lifeline’s new project
The Winking Prawn has teamed up with the Chernobyl Children’s Lifeline to help raise funds with a supper this February, and…
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Christmas cards by Daisy - available now!
’tis the season for sending Christmas cards, and as many of you will know, our wonderful friend Daisy Palmer has a real talent…
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Hot toddies at the ready - Apres Street’s back!
Over the last week we’ve undergone a winter metamorphosis, and have re-emerged in our ski gear with hot toddies at the ready, as…
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Salcombe Live music festival at Island Street Bar & Grill
As you may already know, the weekend of 11th to 13th October marks the inaugural Salcombe Live music festival and we couldn’t me…
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Supporting Chernobyl Children’s Lifeline Totnes and South Hams
The Chernobyl Children’s Lifeline Totnes and South Hams brought this group of happy, smiling nine year olds to see us, as they…
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Sounds of the Winking Prawn
For those who love music from the Winking Prawn - here's where you can find it so you can party like a prawn at home...
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Everything you need to know about coffee at the Winking Prawn Group
Coffee is very much a staple at The Winking Prawn, the Cracking Crab and Island Street Bar & Grill. Here's what you need to…
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Meet the artist behind the new carnival cut out at The Cracking Crab
We have a beautiful new hand painted carnival cut out at The Cracking Crab and we thought you might like to meet the artist!
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Island Street Bar and Grill is back!
As Apres Street goes into hibernation for a few months, Island Street returns bringing summertime vibes with it
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Welcome back to The Cracking Crab!
The Cracking Crab is back from 21st March for those looking to join us for breakfast butties, seafood platters and all the bits…
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The artist behind this beautiful Winking Prawn painting and where to get a copy
Lots of you have been asking, so we thought we would tell you a little more about this lovely painting and the artist behind it,…
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A few favourite things for getting Christmas ready in Salcombe
As we prepare for turkeys and tinsel in the run up to Christmas, Salcombe and the South Hams takes on its own unique brand of…
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Christmas gift guide from the Winking Prawn Group
Give a little piece of the Winking Prawn this Christmas. From hoodies and t-shirts to hip flasks and our very own book, here’s…
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Live music at Island Street Bar & Grill: Meet DJ Jack Smith
From disco to '90s hip hop and pop favourites, DJ Jack Smith is an Island Street favourite - here's what you need to know!
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Half term at The Winking Prawn Group
It’s nearly half term and there’s lots of other lovely things to look forward to both in Salcombe and Polzeath over the autumn…
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Some of the nicest things you’ve said about us this summer
We have been so blessed to have so many lovely comments and feedback for all our restaurants this summer, and while we do our…
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The amazing Devon Air Ambulance - what you need to know
This summer has seen many surprises, but one in particular got us wanting to share a little information and support for one of…
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New wines now on the menu at The Cracking Crab!
We have some new wines on the menu at The Cracking Crab from all around the world. Carefully chosen to go with seafood…
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Meet some of the team members of the fabulous King Prawn 7s rugby team!
Our fabulous King Prawns 7s rugby team are going from strength, and we thought you would like to know a little more about them,…
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We have a new head chef at Island Street, in the form of a friendly face!
Having worked at restaurants across the UK, including Michelin starred The Elephant in Torquay, Lawson Mcelligott is our new…
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Why the Prawn’s Pink: We’re launching The Winking Prawn book!
Hoping that this finds you having just enjoyed a wonderful half term break, we have much to celebrate now that summer is here!
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Meet the team: Ellias at The Cracking Crab!
He started at Island Street Bar & Grill as a summer job at university, and having returned after the winter months in New…
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Meet the Cornish artists featured at The Cracking Crab
We have discovered the Single Fin Collective, where Cornwall based artists Francesca and Sam create surf inspired artwork that…
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Meet the man behind behind these amazing photos of the Winking Prawn
When we were sent these beautiful aerial shots of North Sands and The Winking Prawn by one of our lovely customers, we wanted to…
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The Cracking Crab has re-opened!
Our beachside restaurant in Polzeath, The Cracking Crab, has reopened for the summer following a bit of a makeover!
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The live music we’re looking forward to at Island Street this spring
Putting an extra spring in our step as Easter approaches, we’ve got a lively line up of music at Island Street Bar & Grill -…
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What’s new at The Cracking Crab?
We may have been closed at The Cracking Crab over the winter months, but we certainly haven’t been sitting idle... here's what…
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Salcombe’s very own award winning photographer
Paul Carruthers at Swimstones is a landscape and fine art photographer who has just won a British Life Photography Award and…
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Winter at Island Street Bar & Grill
Never one to be entirely satisfied, chef Nick is continuing to tweak and perfect the Island Street Bar & Grill menu in keeping…
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South Hams Brewery talks about Crab Juice
Summer has finished on a high note at The Cracking Crab as we launched our own beer dedicated to our happy little corner of…
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Yoga with Charlie at The Cracking Crab
Celebrating summer with a morning yoga class at The Cracking Crab, we thought you would like to meet Charlie!
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Bringing a little après ski to the beach!
When Cornwall based Tom and Jesse went on a uni ski trip and discovered the time honoured tradition of the demi peche, they…
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The artist behind the Winking Prawn's new ice cream board
There’s a new, hand painted ice cream board at the Winking Prawn, showcasing all our favourite flavours, and for those who…
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Seaside breakfasts favourites at the Winking Prawn Group
Whether you’re an early bird arriving post morning surf, with a bucket and spade in hand ready for a day at the beach, or…
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King Prawns win in Bournemouth - the full story
So if you’ve been keeping an eye on our Facebook page, you will already know that our rugby team, the King Prawns, had much to…
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Gluten free at Island Street Bar & Grill
At Island Street Bar & Grill our big passion is good, simple food done well, and that’s something we want everyone to be able to…
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Brunch at Island Street Bar & Grill
Brunch has got to be one of the best inventions of all time, and now Island Street Bar & Grill has a new brunch menu available…
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Meet our rugby team!
Did you know the Winking Prawn has its own rugby team?
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Cover band I Love Amp are coming to Island Street!
The Plymouth based cover band are coming to Island Street on April 16th for an Easter special - here’s what you need to know…
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Meet The Blackboard Guy
Displaying our cocktails, smoothies and frozen yoghurt in glorious chalky artwork, check out Scott, The Blackboard Guy…
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Vegetarian choices at the Winking Prawn and co.
Life at The Winking Prawn is largely about enjoying local seafood but we work hard to make sure that there's something for…
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It’s Mother’s Day and The Cracking Crab is open again!
With Mother’s Day this Sunday, we’re all hoping for sunshine, daffodils and a chance to sit outside in the spring weather, but…
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Foodie philosophies at Island Street Bar & Grill
From home made sauces to lobster landed on our doorstep, food at the Island Street Bar & Grill is more than just tasty. Talking…
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We can’t wait to see you for half term!
With the sun shining it’s as if it knows it’s half term in Salcombe, and we can’t wait to see you all!
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Island Street is open again and they have a new menu!
What's happening at the Winking Prawn and Island Street Bar & Grill in February?
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COMPETITION: win seafood and beer at the Winking Prawn
We’re giving you the chance to WIN a seafood sharing platter for two, and Budvar to go with it...
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If you haven’t joined the rowing club, this will make you want to
Did you know Island Street Bar & Grill are supporters of Salcombe Estuary Rowing Club? Getting out on the water throughout the…
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Things you need to know about Salcombe FC
It’s cold, it’s dark, it’s January, but there’s lots to smile about if, like Island Street Bar & Grill, you’re a supporter of…
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The Winking Prawn over Christmas
Winter at the Winking Prawn, Sailor V and Island Street Bar & Grill brings lots of wonderful things to look forward to.
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Where the Winking Prawn’s cider comes from
The Winking Prawn talks to owner of local cider brand Hunt's Cider, Annette Hunt to find out more about the historic brand...
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Behind the scenes at Salcombe Dairy!
Salcombe Dairy doesn’t really need an introduction, this iconic part of Salcombe (and lunch at the Winking Prawn) has multiple…
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The people who put the crab in our crab salads
It doesn’t get much finer than Salcombe crab, and central to its delivery to our plates is crabbing kings and queens Favis of…
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Local suppliers we love at The Winking Prawn
From seafood to cider, here are five local suppliers we love at The Winking Prawn, Sailor V and Island Street Bar & Grill… hope…
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Things to smile about in Salcombe this winter
Salcombe continues to hold its own brand of magic as we enter November. Here's what's happening at the Winking Prawn...
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Salcombe commemorates the centenary of the Lifeboat Disaster
Salcombe commemorates the centenary of the Lifeboat Disaster
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Best Salcombe beaches for autumn smiles
Some of us like the beach for summer sandcastles, some of us like them for walking the dog. Thankfully Salcombe has a beach for…
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Meet the Island Street Artist
Ever wondered who the brains behind the street art style artwork at Island Street Bar and Grill is? Mat McIvor is the Cornish…
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Seven stunning photos from The Cracking Crab
There are few places as beautiful as Polzeath and we like to think we’ve got one of the best viewing spots in the county. So…
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Daisy comes to The Winking Prawn
One very special little girl visited The Winking Prawn this summer and painted this beautiful picture inspired by Devon Artist…
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Meet Juan at Sailor V
From sunny Spain to Salcombe, for that perfect morning coffee at Sailor V, Juan is the man you need to know
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A hoodie-winning photo
Throughout August we have been asking you to post your favourite photos of or at the Winking Prawn on our Facebook and Twitter…
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A few highlights from the Salcombe Town Regatta
As we head towards the final bank holiday weekend of the summer, it seems like a good time to look back at just a few of the…
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Salcombe Gin Fever on Island Street!
Its arrival has been eagerly anticipated for months, but now the time has come for Salcombe Gin to take its place on Island…
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Say ‘hi’ to the team: Hannah at the Cracking Crab
She used to manage a pub in Port Isaac, but she’s been with the Cracking Crab since it first opened. Meet Hannah – one of our…
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Meet Fake Tan – performing soon at Island Street!
Performing at Island Street Bar & Grill on 13th August, cover band Fake Tan are back! So bring your dancing shoes and your…
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What's happening during the Salcombe Town Regatta?
You know it’s summer in Salcombe when the Town Regatta rolls around. From sandcastle competitions to the harbour swim, it’s all…
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How to make Island Street’s amaretto sour cocktail
With the summer fast approaching we've been mixing things up on our cocktail menu with twists on old classics and some new…
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10 reasons to go to Sailor V
We’ve had some lovely reviews so far this summer for Sailor V, our speakeasy style coffee shop in Salcombe. There have been…
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Meet Jane!
Chief gardener, table layer, laundry deliverer, interior designer and mother hen Jane spends each day pottering from The Winking…
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Meet Joanna Cooke, soon to be performing at Island Street!
On 14th July Joanna Cooke will be performing live at Island Street Bar & Grill, so we had a chat to find out more about her…
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Celebrity sightings at the Winking Prawn Group
We’re totally cool about celebs visiting The Winking Prawn, The Cracking Crab, Sailor V and Island Street Bar and Grill… as…
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Meet the team behind our very own beer!
If you haven’t tried Prawn Juice, our very own beer, yet then you’re in for a treat this summer. A local drink created by a…
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Meet our new cocktail expert Bella!
With a new cocktail menu on the horizon and the summer getting into full swing, meet Bella, the new queen of Prosecco tipples…
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Chat with the chef at The Cracking Crab
From Michelin star restaurants to Dover sole at The Crab, chef Ryan knows what he’s talking about when it comes to perfect…
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How well do you know The Winking Prawn?
So you know you love The Winking Prawn, but do you know how it came to be the restaurant it is today?
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Say ‘hi’ to the team: Luke
If you’ve popped into Island Street Bar & Grill or spent a little time in Salcombe, you have probably come across Luke – burger…
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Hot off the Prawn press: Sailor V launches new summer berries and whipped cream smoothie
In case you hadn’t heard, at Sailor V our smoothies are kind of a big deal, so with summer in the air we’ve given strawberries…
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This is why Island Street’s burgers are so awesome
Island Street Bar & Grill is getting a little bit of a reputation for really good burgers, even if we do say so ourselves, but…
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How the South West created the perfect cup of coffee
At the Winking Prawn Group we serve a pretty awesome cup of coffee, even if we do say so ourselves, but it wouldn’t be possible…
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Say ‘hi’ to the team: Laurence
Laurence is a regular fixture at Sailor V, The Winking Prawn, Island Street Bar and Grill or The Cracking Crab so you’ve…
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Four reasons to visit Devon and Cornwall this Easter
The daffodils are out, the sun is shining (sometimes) and there are some days when the sea is so blue you could almost believe…
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Welcome to our new website!
It is now easier and more enjoyable to find out more about The Winking Prawn group restaurants.
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