Welcome to Whitstone

Whitstone is a small village located in the county of Cornwall, England. It is situated on the north coast of Cornwall, near the town of Bude. The village is known for its beautiful beaches, stunning coastal walks, and picturesque countryside. Whitstone is a popular destination for tourists who are looking for a peaceful and relaxing holiday.

One of the main attractions of Whitstone is its beaches. The village is home to several beautiful beaches, including Widemouth Bay, which is a popular spot for surfing and swimming. The beaches in Whitstone are known for their clean and clear waters, making them ideal for water sports and other activities. Visitors can also enjoy a leisurely stroll along the beach, taking in the stunning views of the coastline.

In addition to its beaches, Whitstone is also known for its stunning coastal walks. The village is situated on the South West Coast Path, which is a popular walking route that stretches for over 600 miles along the coast of Cornwall. The path offers breathtaking views of the coastline, and visitors can explore the rugged cliffs, hidden coves, and picturesque villages along the way. Whitstone is the perfect destination for anyone who loves the great outdoors and wants to experience the natural beauty of Cornwall.

Local Weather

Light rain shower

Temp: 5.9°C

Feels Like: 0.2°C

Wind: 28.4 MPH

Wind Dir: NW

Local Schools

School	Details
Whitstone Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Hannah Mould	Oak Lane Whitstone Holsworthy Cornwall EX22 6TH 01288341241 School Website
Highgate Hill House School Other Independent Special School Ages:5-16 Head Teacher Mrs Kerry Taylor	Whitstone Holsworthy Devon EX22 6TJ 1288341998 School Website
Bridgerule Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Emma Goodwin	Bridgerule Holsworthy Devon EX22 7EN 1288381366 School Website
Marhamchurch Cofe Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Deidre Petersen	Helebridge Road Marhamchurch Bude Cornwall EX23 0HY 1288361445 School Website
Jacobstow Community Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Mikaela Rofe	Jacobstow Bude Cornwall EX23 0BR 1840230337 School Website
North Petherwin School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Miss Jonathan Phillpotts	Brazzacott North Petherwin Launceston Cornwall PL15 8NE 01566785886 School Website
Boyton Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Katherine Davies	Boyton Launceston Cornwall PL15 9RJ 1566772484 School Website
Stratton Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Frances Glasby	New Road Stratton Bude Cornwall EX23 9AP 01288353196 School Website
Clawton Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Maryl Steyn	Clawton Holsworthy Devon EX22 6QN 1409253618 School Website
Budehaven Community School Foundation School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Dominic Wilkes	Valley Road Bude Cornwall EX23 8DQ 01288353271 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Gunnislake Station Approach, Off Sand Hill, Gunnislake, Cornwall, PL18 9DZ 19.73 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
B And S Taxis 07889 833127 Veales Farm, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 6LJ 2.76 Miles
A2b Cars 07814 926401 7 Boundary Drive, Bude, Cornwall, EX23 0ED 4.31 Miles
Curtis Cars Of Cornwall 07791 192021 Diddies Rd, Bude, Cornwall, EX23 9DW 5.38 Miles
Bea Line Taxis 07747 196090 5 Berries Mount, Bude, Cornwall, EX23 8AP 5.60 Miles
Aob Cars 07813 718673 2 Pannier Market The, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 6AN 5.75 Miles
Holsworthy Travel 01409 253962 Bank House/Fry St, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 6DY 5.80 Miles
Aob Cars 07813 718673 The Square Holsworthy Ex22 6Dl, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 6DL 5.83 Miles
Seagull Cabs 01288 356761 18A The Crescent, Bude, Cornwall, EX23 8LE 5.97 Miles
Launceston Taxis 01566 785364 4 Hellescott Road, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 8LN 6.00 Miles
Parker's Cars 07794 637143 Staddon Moor Cottage, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 6NH 6.22 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Green Lane End No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Whitstone Post Office Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Cherry Cross No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Greenamoor Cross No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Week St Mary Post Office Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Merryfield Cross No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Weekgreen No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Semmersdon Cross No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Newacott No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bounds Cross No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Borough Cross No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Langford Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bridgerule Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Knowle Farm No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Furze Cross No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Stratton Medical Centre 01288 352133	Stratton Medical Centre Hospital Road, Stratton Bude Cornwall EX23 9BP
Neetside Surgery 01288 270580	Neetside Surgery Methodist Church Hall Leven Road, Bude Cornwall EX23 8LA
Ruby Country Medical Group 01409 253692	Holsworthy Medical Centre Dobles Lane Holsworthy Devon EX22 6GH
Holsworthy Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Holsworthy Medical Centre Dobles Lane Holsworthy EX22 6GH
Holsworthy Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Dobles Lane Holsworthy EX22 6GH

Local Stores

Holsworthy
5-6 Stanhope Square
Holsworthy
Devon
EX22 6AP
01409 254782
Store Website
5.83 miles

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SPAR Whitstone
Whitstone village Stores
Whitstone
EX22 6TX
01288 341239
Store Website
0.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

St Boniface Veterinary Clinic Ltd
Units 4D &Amp; 4E Kings Hill Industrial Estate Bude Cornwall EX23 8QN Website 5.27 miles

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Penbode Vets Ltd
Hillhead Nr Stratton Bude Cornwall EX23 9AB 01288 359500 stratton.pets@penbodevets.co.uk Website 5.40 miles
Amenities Out-of-hours service only
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North Park Veterinary Group Ltd
4 The Square Holsworthy Devon EX22 6DL info@northparkvets.co.uk Website 5.85 miles

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Equus Vets Ltd
4 The Square Holsworthy Devon EX22 6DL 01837 214004 info@equusvets.co.uk Website 5.85 miles

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Penbode Vets Ltd
North Road Holsworthy Devon EX22 6HB 01409 253822 holsworthy.pets@penbodevets.co.uk Website 5.97 miles
Amenities Out-of-hours service only
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Tamar Vets Ltd
9 Strand Bude Cornwall EX23 8QU 01288 354796 bradworthy@tamarvets.co.uk Website 6.04 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Widemouth Bay Bude Canal Cornwall
This 6 To 8 Mile Walk (Depending On How Many Detours You Make) Takes In A Spectacular Stretch Of The South West Coast Path, Bude Beach And The Bude Canal. It Passes By Or Through Three Nature Reserves. Marine Dr Bude Lancashire EX23 0AW 5.10 miles Follow The Coast Road North Out Of Widemouth Bay And Park In The First Coast Path Car Park You Come To On The Left (Grid Ref: Ss 199 032)

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Boscastle Harbour
A Gentle Dog Friendly Walk Around Boscastle Harbour. At The Picturesque Seaside Village Of Boscastle, This Walk Allows You To Take In The River And The Ancient Harbour, Along With Having Some Great Views Of The Sea And Coast. PL35 0HE 11.27 miles From The South On The A39, Turn Right Onto The B3263 And Follow It, Passing Through Several Villages Until You Reach Boscastle. From The North On The A39 Turn Left Onto The B3266 And Continue To Boscastle. The Village Is Well Sign Posted.

Newbridge River
Lovely Riverside Area, With A Few Different Options Of Different Length Walks (From Around 15 Mins To 45Mins) A390 Callington Lancashire PL17 7HL 19.61 miles

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Torrington Common
Lovely Walk, Lots Of Different Routes. Some Involve Steep Hill / Banks And Steps. Lots Of Accessible Water Sources Along The River, Good For Doggos Who Like Water. Very Pretty. 44 Clifton St Bideford Lancashire EX39 4EU 20.98 miles

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Cardinham Woods
Cardinham Woods Are A Beautiful Mixed Woodland. Here, We List Three Circular Walks With Varied Length, To Suit All Abilities. PL30 4AL 22.25 miles Cardinham Woods Are Located Just Off The A30 Near Bodmin And Lanhydrock.

Cardinham Woods
Woodland Walk With Plenty Of Options For Routes, Nearly All Of Which Are On The Flat And Either Paved Or At Least A Sand/Gravel Path. Some Routes Follow The River Which Is Fairly Shallow. Margate Ln Bodmin Lancashire PL30 4AL 22.27 miles

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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-6.8°C	-9.8°C	-11.3°C	-11.8°C	-11.8°C	-10.4°C	-7.7°C	-5.5°C	-4.9°C	-5.7°C	-5.8°C	-6.2°C

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