The Feathers celebrates John’s life

Pub regulars, diners and hotel guests will be saddened to learn of the death from cancer of John Salt, landlord of one of Budleigh’s best-known inns.

Having moved from Essex to East Devon in 1980, taking over The Feathers in 2003, Mr Salt and his wife Joan were proud of their achievement in renovating, improving and enhancing this 16th century public house situated on the High Street at the heart of the town. They were also justifiably proud of The Feathers’ fine and growing reputation for providing excellent, hearty pub food in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Ensuring that The Feathers remained a proper pub while restoring it to its original function as a hotel was a challenge which was met in full. Retaining the building’s many interesting features while refurbishing its accommodation has made The Feathers a much-loved Budleigh institution. Only a few months ago Mr Salt was reporting that the new rooms were proving exceptionally popular and that the hotel was already seeing returning guests booking up again for the next year.

John Salt, who was aged 60, leaves his wife Joan, and sons Neil and Jonathan.