Welcome to Bantham

Bantham is a small village located in the South Hams district of Devon, England. It is situated on the coast of the English Channel and is known for its beautiful sandy beach, which is popular among surfers and beachgoers. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland, making it a picturesque location for a peaceful getaway.

The beach at Bantham is one of the most popular in the area, with its long stretch of sand and clear blue waters. It is a great spot for surfing, with waves that are suitable for both beginners and experienced surfers. The beach is also a great place for families, with plenty of space for children to play and explore. There are several cafes and restaurants nearby, as well as a small shop selling beach essentials.

In addition to the beach, Bantham is also home to several walking trails that offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The South West Coast Path runs through the village, offering walkers the chance to explore the rugged coastline and take in the fresh sea air. There are also several other trails that lead through the nearby hills and farmland, offering a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Local Schools

School	Details
Thurlestone All Saints Church Of England Academy Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Laura Williams	Thurlestone Kingsbridge Devon TQ7 3NB 1548560494 School Website
Aveton Gifford Cofe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Fern De Beer	Fore Street Aveton Gifford Kingsbridge Devon TQ7 4LB 1548550262 School Website
West Alvington Church Of England Academy Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Miss Katie Coombe	West Alvington Kingsbridge Devon TQ7 3PP 1548312290 School Website
Malborough With South Huish Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lauren Stallard	Higher Town Malborough Kingsbridge Devon TQ7 3RN 01548561444 School Website
Kingsbridge Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Tina Graham	Balkwill Road Kingsbridge Devon TQ7 1PL 01548852641 School Website
Loddiswell Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Victoria Benfield	Loddiswell Kingsbridge Devon TQ7 4QU 01548550295 School Website
Kingsbridge Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Gareth Howells	Belle Cross Road Kingsbridge Devon TQ7 1NL 01548852009 School Website
Salcombe Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Henry Everitt	Onslow Road Salcombe Devon TQ8 8AG 01548842842 School Website
Modbury Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Louise Nicholls	Modbury Ivybridge Devon PL21 0RB 01548830312 School Website
Holbeton Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Christopher Rickard	The Square Holbeton Plymouth Devon PL8 1LT 1752830317 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Ivybridge Station Road, Ivybridge, Devon, PL21 0DQ 8.23 Miles

Totnes Station Road, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5JR 13.44 Miles

Plymouth North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB 13.90 Miles

Devonport Portland Road, Devonport, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 4QN 14.97 Miles

Dockyard Paisley Street, Devonport, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 1RX 15.33 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
The Salcombe And District Taxi Co 07714 512516 Spring Dale, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 3JQ 2.02 Miles
Taxi Mike 07714 512516 Spring Dale, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 3JQ 2.02 Miles
Inhopetaxis 07719 730428 2/Meadow View, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 3HH 2.37 Miles
No Rush Taxi's 07938 470600 127 Cumber Close, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 3DG 3.79 Miles
A G M Taxis 01548 854141 52 Rack Park Rd, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 1DH 4.40 Miles
Richard's Taxi 01548 852479 2 Ilton Way, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 1DT 4.41 Miles
Clark Cars 01548 842914 Westcotts/Main Rd, Salcombe, Devon, TQ8 8GA 5.05 Miles
Tim's Taxis 01752 830225 Beechcroft, Plymouth, Devon, PL8 1NE 5.24 Miles
Topline Taxis 07941 912 029 7/10 Union Street, Salcombe, Devon, TQ8 8BZ 5.31 Miles
Devon Classic Cars Ltd 01548 831393 Unit 2-3 River Park Industrial Estate, Ivybridge, Devon, PL21 9NT 6.18 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
The Watch Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Thurlestone Post Office Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
West Buckland Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Thurlestone School Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Folly Hill Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mollycombe Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Mead Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bigbury Golf Course Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cliffside Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Links Court Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Ringmore Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bigbury Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rock House Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sunnyside Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Norton Brook Medical Centre 01548 853551	The Norton Brook Med.Ctr. Cookworthy Road Kingsbridge Devon TQ7 1AE
Modbury Health Centre 01548 830666	The Health Centre Poundwell Meadow Modbury, Ivybridge Devon PL21 0QL
Redfern Health Centre 01548 842284	Redfern Health Centre Shadycombe Road Salcombe Devon TQ8 8DJ
Yealm Medical Centre 01752 880567	Yealm Medical Centre Market St, Yealmpton Plymouth Devon PL8 2EA
Chillington Health Centre 01548 580214	Chillington Health Centre Orchard Way, Chillington Kingsbridge Devon TQ7 2LB

Local Stores

Petrol Malborough
Salcombe Road Garage
Malborough
Kingsbridge
Devon
TQ7 3BU
01548 561333
Store Website
3.54 miles

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SPAR Scane Loddiswell
RS Village Stores Limited
2 Fore Street
Loddiswell
TQ7 4QL
01548 550258
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

South Moor Vets
Derby Road Kingsbridge Devon TQ7 1JL 01548 852766 admin@southmoorvets.co.uk Website 4.43 miles
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Selworthy Vets Ltd
Stumpy Post Surgery Kingsbridge Devon TQ7 4BL 01548 853322 reception@selworthyvets.co.uk Website 4.84 miles


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South Moor Vets
New Mills Modbury Devon PL21 0TP 01548 830210 admin@southmoorvets.co.uk Website 5.08 miles
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Filham Park Veterinary Clinic
Godwell Lane Ivybridge Devon PL21 0LE 01752 892700 info@filhamparkvets.co.uk Website 7.50 miles
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Phoenix Equine (Filham Park)
Godwell Lane Ivybridge Devon PL21 0LE Website 7.50 miles

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Dairy Health Services
The Piggery New England Road Plympton Plymouth Devon PL7 5BA 07969862413 office@dairyhealthservices.co.uk 7.96 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Thurlestone Beach
This Is A Huge Beautiful Dog Friendly Beach, It Is Also A Very Quiet Spot Compared To Most Beaches! Lovely Clean Clear Water &Amp; Lots Of Pretty Rock Pools To Explore, Also Cliff Walks/Coastal Path &Amp; National Trust Wetlands To Admire, A Truly Beautiful Spot. Thurlestone Beach Is A National Trust Beach Near Kingsbridge Ilbert Rd 0.63 miles National Trust Beach Nr Kingsbridge

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Thurlestone To Bigbury
A Lovely Walk Along The South West Costal Path From Thurlestone To Bigbury. Links Court Thurlestone Kingsbridge TQ7 3JS 1.20 miles

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Mothecombe
Mothecombe Beach Is A Lovely Place To Walk Your Dog And There’S A Dog Friendly Cafe There S W Coast Path Lancashire 4.12 miles

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South West Salcombe
This 6.5 Mile Walk Starts And Finished At The National Trust East Soar Car Park (Os Grid Ref: Sx 713 375). Quite, But Not Very Hilly, It Takes You Around The Headland To The South Of Salcombe. Stunning Views. National Trust - East Soar Unnamed Road Kingsbridge TQ7 3DR 4.73 miles Https://W3w.Co/Relies.Unframed.Stitch, Grid Ref: Sx 713 375

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Jennycliffe To Mountbatten
Plymstock Plymouth Lancashire PL9 9SW 12.23 miles

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River Avon Dam Dartmoor
This Is A Lovely Dog Walk From The Carpark At Shipley Bridge On Dartmoor To Avon Dam. The First Part Follows Alongside The River Which My Dogs Love To Have A Dip In. Then The Walk Opens Out To Hills As You Work Your Way Up To The Dam. The Walk Is Pathed The Whole Way So Is Suitable For Pushchairs And Wheelchairs. I Think Its Roughly 1 Mile – 1.5 Miles Up To The Dam. Unnamed Road Lancashire 13.43 miles

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