I grew up in the local area but for the last 30 years sadly have been away from the South Hams. I first visited the Dolphin in 1976 (the hot summer) when pre-rugby season training 0n Wonwell Beach.
This time Craig the landlord was amazing, as were all his team. I stay in 5 star hotels from Mayfair, Rodeo Drive, Dubai, etc, all around the world, which are lovely but the welcome and attention to detail of this amazing Village Inn is heart warming. Go visit the Dolphin Inn, Kingston, Kingsbridge, TQ7 4QE,