Posted on October 9, 2025
We are seeking a Business Partner (tenant) to run the historic Dolphin Hotel in Bovey Tracey, Devon, and oversee a confirmed £300,000 major refurbishment.
The Dolphin Hotel is a characterful hotel set on the edge of Dartmoor National Park with 8 en-suite guest bedrooms, and two large function spaces. In a prime tourism location, the pub attracts many visitors throughout the year, from walkers and cyclists to those seeking a more relaxed break.
Izzy Hersom, our Business Development Partner, said: “We’re dedicated to creating warm and welcoming environments for our guests that reflect our outstanding hospitality. We inject creativity and innovation into our pubs’ investment schemes, and can’t wait to unveil the reimagined Dolphin Hotel, with a new Business Partner at the helm.”
The significant investment will see the main pub areas undergo a complete renovation to create a refreshed, more vibrant space. A garden room for casual dining and a place to catch up with friends over a coffee or an after-work drink or bite to eat is planned for The Dolphin. Designs include plenty of green leafy houseplants and colourful floor tiles. A coved bar seating area with our Badger Beer bottles lining the ceiling will be installed, along with a new fully glazed entryway. The vision is to incorporate more glazing to bring a brighter feel to the overall space, complementing the modernised fixtures and fittings.
Izzy added: “We’re on the hunt for the right Business Partner to run the new-look Dolphin Hotel and kick-start a new era for the business. The successful applicant must have an entrepreneurial edge and be able to manage the demands of the diverse guest base of locals and holidaymakers.
“There is considerable potential to develop the business given the pub’s desirable location on the outskirts of Dartmoor National Park, its guest accommodation, and event space offering. The Dolphin is the perfect venture for an enthusiastic entrepreneur or experienced restaurateur looking to run their own business.”