Welcome to Ashwater

Ashwater is a small village located in the county of Devon, England. It is situated on the River Tamar, which forms the border between Devon and Cornwall. The village has a population of around 500 people and is known for its picturesque countryside and historic buildings. The village has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age.

One of the most notable landmarks in Ashwater is the Church of St. Peter ad Vincula. This historic church dates back to the 13th century and is known for its impressive tower and beautiful stained glass windows. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village. Another notable building in Ashwater is the Old School House, which was built in the 19th century and is now a private residence.

Despite its small size, Ashwater has a strong sense of community and is home to a number of local businesses and organizations. The village has a primary school, a post office, and a pub, as well as a number of small shops and businesses. The village also hosts a number of events throughout the year, including a popular annual fete and a Christmas market. Overall, Ashwater is a charming and welcoming village that offers visitors a glimpse into rural life in Devon.

Local Schools

School	Details
Ashwater Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Ruhaina Alford	Ashwater Beaworthy Devon EX21 5EW 01409211228 School Website
Clawton Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Maryl Steyn	Clawton Holsworthy Devon EX22 6QN 1409253618 School Website
St Giles On The Heath Community School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Miss Rebecca Smith	St Giles-On-The-Heath Launceston Devon PL15 9SD 01566772191 School Website
Boyton Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Katherine Davies	Boyton Launceston Cornwall PL15 9RJ 1566772484 School Website
Halwill Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Ruhaina Alford	Dreybury Lane Halwill Beaworthy Devon EX21 5XU 01409221476 School Website
Werrington Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Miss Jon Phillpotts	Yeolmbridge Launceston Cornwall PL15 8TN 01566772943
The Copper Academy Other Independent Special School Ages:14-18 Head Teacher Mrs Emma Hosie	The Holsworthy Business And Training Centre Western Road Holsworthy Devon EX22 6DH 7779768661 School Website
Holsworthy Community College Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Gareth Smith	Victoria Hill Holsworthy Devon EX22 6JD 1409253430 School Website
Lifton Community Academy Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Katy Rooke-Bruce	North Road Lifton Devon PL16 0EH 1566232071 School Website
Holsworthy Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Timothy Salvadori Paleotti	Sanders Lane Holsworthy Devon EX22 6HD 01409253700 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Okehampton Station Road, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1EJ 12.80 Miles

Gunnislake Station Approach, Off Sand Hill, Gunnislake, Cornwall, PL18 9DZ 15.25 Miles

Calstock Commercial Road, Calstock, Cornwall, PL18 9QY 16.72 Miles

Bere Alston Station Road, Bere Alston, Devon, PL20 7EP 17.88 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Parker's Cars 07794 637143 Staddon Moor Cottage, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 6NH 5.33 Miles
Holsworthy Travel 01409 253962 Bank House/Fry St, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 6DY 5.90 Miles
Aob Cars 07813 718673 2 Pannier Market The, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 6AN 5.93 Miles
Aob Cars 07813 718673 The Square Holsworthy Ex22 6Dl, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 6DL 5.96 Miles
B And S Taxis 07889 833127 Veales Farm, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 6LJ 6.98 Miles
Cozens Cars Of Launceston 01566 779130 Holne House, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 8EW 7.27 Miles
Classic Carriages 01409 253603 Middle Merryfield, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 7BN 7.41 Miles
Ab Taxis 01566 776877 31 Westgate Street, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 7AD 7.60 Miles
Launceston Taxis 01566 785364 4 Hellescott Road, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 8LN 7.64 Miles
Kensey Kabs 07776 200992 Race Hill, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 9BD 7.66 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Ashwater Post Office Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Ashmill Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cross Lanes Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Henford Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Ivy House Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dury Hill Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Scotland Farm Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Luffincott Shop Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Panson Cross Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Buckhorn Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Quoditch Moor Cross Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tetcott Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Grinnacombe Moor Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Clawton Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Lifton Surgery	North Road Lifton Devon PL16 0EH
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
Ruby Country Medical Group 01409 253692	Holsworthy Medical Centre Dobles Lane Holsworthy Devon EX22 6GH
Kccg-Dermatology 01726 627953	Launceston Hospital Link Road Launceston Cornwall PL15 9JD

Local Stores

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

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SPAR Launceston
SPAR
2 Dutson Road
Newport
Launceston
PL15 8DU
01566 773482
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Equus Vets Ltd
4 The Square Holsworthy Devon EX22 6DL 01837 214004 info@equusvets.co.uk Website 5.96 miles

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North Park Veterinary Group Ltd
4 The Square Holsworthy Devon EX22 6DL info@northparkvets.co.uk Website 5.96 miles

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Penbode Vets Ltd
North Road Holsworthy Devon EX22 6HB 01409 253822 holsworthy.pets@penbodevets.co.uk Website 6.05 miles
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Tamar Vets Ltd
The Old Community Centre North Road Holsworthy Devon EX22 6HJ 01409 254078 holsworthy@tamarvets.co.uk Website 6.23 miles
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Torch Farm And Equine - Holsworthy
Unit 3C West Devon Business Units Neet Way Holsworthy Devon EX22 6ES 01409 331007 info@torchvets.com Website 6.61 miles
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Launceston Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit 5A Launceston Retail Park Hurdon Road Launceston Devon PL15 9DJ Launceston@vets4pets.com Website 7.98 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 12.62 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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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 17.14 miles

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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 18.00 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.

Winkleigh Wood
Round Robin Walk Through Forestry Commission Land Bude Hill Winkleigh Lancashire EX19 8LD 18.07 miles There Is A Little Bit Of Parking At The Entrance On Bude Hill. Normally Fairly Dry And Sheltered. Round Robin Walk Normally Takes Between 30-45 Minutes At Reasonable Pace.

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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 19.72 miles

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Heywood Woods
A Lovely Forest Walk With Reasonably Flat Paths, A Free Car Park And An The Mound Of An Old Castle. You Can Walk Alongside The River Taw Or Swimm If You're The Dog. The Forest Has Some Wonderfully Old Douglas Firs From The Original Eggesford Estate. A Lovely Walk. Little Rashleigh Bridge Reeve Chulmleigh Lancashire EX18 7BE 20.47 miles Follow The Road From Wembworthy Towards The A 377 At A Very Sharp Bend In The Road Turn Left Heywoods Forest Car Park About A Mile Or So Down This Road.

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