Welcome to Batson

Batson Devon is a small village located in the South Hams district of Devon, England. The village is situated on the banks of the River Avon and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its picturesque scenery and is a popular destination for tourists who come to enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

The village of Batson Devon has a rich history that dates back to the 11th century. The village was originally a farming community and was home to a number of small farms and cottages. Over the years, the village grew and developed, and today it is a thriving community with a number of shops, restaurants, and other amenities.

One of the most popular attractions in Batson Devon is the River Avon. The river is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities. Visitors can also take a leisurely stroll along the riverbank and enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Overall, Batson Devon is a charming village that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and natural beauty of the South Hams district of Devon.

Local Weather

Mist

Temp: -0.8°C

Feels Like: -4.5°C

Wind: 6.7 MPH

Wind Dir: ENE

Local Schools

School	Details
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
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
Charleton Church Of England Academy Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Miss Katie Coombe	West Charleton Kingsbridge Devon TQ7 2AL 1548312289 School Website
Kingsbridge Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Tina Graham	Balkwill Road Kingsbridge Devon TQ7 1PL 01548852641 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
Kingsbridge Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Gareth Howells	Belle Cross Road Kingsbridge Devon TQ7 1NL 01548852009 School Website
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
Stokenham Area Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Tess Coulthard	Stokenham Kingsbridge Devon TQ7 2SJ 01548580551 School Website
Loddiswell Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Victoria Benfield	Loddiswell Kingsbridge Devon TQ7 4QU 01548550295 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

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Ivybridge Station Road, Ivybridge, Devon, PL21 0DQ 11.89 Miles

Totnes Station Road, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5JR 13.73 Miles

Paignton Station Square, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 5EF 16.17 Miles

Torquay Rathmore Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6NU 18.27 Miles

Plymouth North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB 18.67 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Topline Taxis 07941 912 029 7/10 Union Street, Salcombe, Devon, TQ8 8BZ 0.55 Miles
Clark Cars 01548 842914 Westcotts/Main Rd, Salcombe, Devon, TQ8 8GA 0.63 Miles
No Rush Taxi's 07938 470600 127 Cumber Close, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 3DG 1.35 Miles
A G M Taxis 01548 854141 52 Rack Park Rd, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 1DH 2.69 Miles
The Salcombe And District Taxi Co 07714 512516 Spring Dale, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 3JQ 2.84 Miles
Taxi Mike 07714 512516 Spring Dale, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 3JQ 2.84 Miles
Richard's Taxi 01548 852479 2 Ilton Way, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 1DT 2.87 Miles
Inhopetaxis 07719 730428 2/Meadow View, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 3HH 3.58 Miles
Tuckers Taxis 01548 857758 30 Cotmore Way, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 2HU 4.05 Miles
Rob's Taxi 01548 580580 Meadow Court Kiln Lane, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 2SF 5.06 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Batson No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Shadycombe Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Beadon Cross No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Salcombe Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Allenhayes Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Market Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Devon Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Whitestrand No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Herbert Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stonycroft No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodcot Cliff Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pines No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sandhills Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ferry Steps No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
North Sands No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Redfern Health Centre 01548 842284	Redfern Health Centre Shadycombe Road Salcombe Devon TQ8 8DJ
Norton Brook Medical Centre 01548 853551	The Norton Brook Med.Ctr. Cookworthy Road Kingsbridge Devon TQ7 1AE
Chillington Health Centre 01548 580214	Chillington Health Centre Orchard Way, Chillington Kingsbridge Devon TQ7 2LB
Modbury Health Centre 01548 830666	The Health Centre Poundwell Meadow Modbury, Ivybridge Devon PL21 0QL
Dartmouth Medical Practice 01803 832212	Dartmouth Med. Practice The Clifton Surgery 35 Victoria Road Dartmouth, Devon TQ6 9RT

Local Stores

Salcombe - Gould Road
Gould Road
Salcombe
Devon
TQ8 8FN
01548 844870
Store Website
0.41 miles

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SPAR Main Road, Salcombe
Main Road
Salcombe
TQ8 8NA
Store Website
0.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

South Moor Vets
Derby Road Kingsbridge Devon TQ7 1JL 01548 852766 admin@southmoorvets.co.uk Website 2.68 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Selworthy Vets Ltd
Stumpy Post Surgery Kingsbridge Devon TQ7 4BL 01548 853322 reception@selworthyvets.co.uk Website 4.62 miles


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South Moor Vets
New Mills Modbury Devon PL21 0TP 01548 830210 admin@southmoorvets.co.uk Website 8.98 miles
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Filham Park Veterinary Clinic
Godwell Lane Ivybridge Devon PL21 0LE 01752 892700 info@filhamparkvets.co.uk Website 11.36 miles
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Phoenix Equine (Filham Park)
Godwell Lane Ivybridge Devon PL21 0LE Website 11.36 miles

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Dart Vale Veterinary Group
The Old Mews Roseville Street Dartmouth Devon TQ6 9QH 01803 832422 nurses-totnes@dartvale.co.uk Website 11.44 miles

Animals Treated
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Local Dog Walks

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 1.83 miles Https://W3w.Co/Relies.Unframed.Stitch, Grid Ref: Sx 713 375

Location what3words weary.boggles.dishing

Thurlestone To Bigbury
A Lovely Walk Along The South West Costal Path From Thurlestone To Bigbury. Links Court Thurlestone Kingsbridge TQ7 3JS 3.84 miles

Location what3words wiring.prospered.deed

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 4.38 miles National Trust Beach Nr Kingsbridge

Location what3words grudges.negotiators.bath

Mothecombe
Mothecombe Beach Is A Lovely Place To Walk Your Dog And There’S A Dog Friendly Cafe There S W Coast Path Lancashire 8.89 miles

Location what3words frock.wicket.crescendo

Lower Dart Valley
This Is A 6.5 Mile Circular Walk Of The Lower Part Of The River Dart Estuary Starting At Dittisham. We Combined Our Walk With A Visit To The National Trust Owned Greenway House, The Summer Home Of Agatha Christie. If Parking Here, Follow The Route Anti-Clockwise, As It Is Important To Cross Using The Dittisham Ferry First As This Is The One That Stops Running First. Malvern Cottage Higher St Dittisham Dartmouth TQ6 0HT 12.34 miles Park In The Dittisham Car Park- Do Not Drive Down To The Key.

Location what3words stiffly.learn.dearest

Berryhead Country Park
Coastal Cliff Top Walk, Totally Flat And Buggy Friendly. Great Cafe Serving Breakfast And Lunches 36 Gillard Rd Lancashire 16.22 miles

Location what3words students.drape.somewhere

Weather Forecast

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	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Cloudy	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Fog	Mist	Overcast
Temp	3.7°C	3.6°C	3.1°C	3.1°C	3.4°C	4.4°C	6.6°C	6.9°C	4.8°C	4.2°C	4.1°C	3.7°C
Feels Like	0.9°C	1°C	0.7°C	0.8°C	1.6°C	3.4°C	5.6°C	4.7°C	2.2°C	2.3°C	1.8°C	0.5°C

Thursday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Overcast	Partly Cloudy	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	2.3°C	0.6°C	-0.9°C	-2.4°C	-2.9°C	-0.6°C	1.7°C	3.6°C	3.9°C	1.8°C	-0.5°C	-1.8°C
Feels Like	-1.9°C	-4.1°C	-6.1°C	-7.6°C	-8°C	-5.4°C	-2.6°C	-0.4°C	0.3°C	-1.6°C	-4.3°C	-6.2°C

Friday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-2.3°C	-2.9°C	-3.5°C	-4.2°C	-3.7°C	-1.9°C	0.9°C	2.7°C	2.6°C	1.1°C	-0.8°C	-2°C
Feels Like	-6.6°C	-7.5°C	-8.6°C	-9.5°C	-9.4°C	-7.4°C	-3.9°C	-1.7°C	-1.2°C	-2°C	-3.6°C	-5.5°C

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