Welcome to Bishopsteignton

Bishopsteignton is a small village located in the Teignbridge district of Devon, England. The village is situated on a hill overlooking the River Teign and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the 11th century and is home to several historic buildings, including the 13th-century St. John the Baptist Church.

One of the main attractions of Bishopsteignton is its beautiful countryside. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and dense woodlands, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers. There are several walking and cycling trails in the area, including the popular Teign Estuary Trail, which offers stunning views of the river and the surrounding countryside.

Bishopsteignton is also home to several local businesses, including a post office, a village shop, and several pubs and restaurants. The village has a strong sense of community, and there are several events and festivals held throughout the year, including the Bishopsteignton Village Festival and the Bishopsteignton Horticultural Show. Overall, Bishopsteignton is a charming village that offers a perfect blend of history, natural beauty, and community spirit.

Local Schools

School	Details
Bishopsteignton School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Dave Killoran	Cockhaven Close Bishopsteington Teignmouth Devon TQ14 9RJ 01626775873 School Website
Teignmouth Community School Mill Lane Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Dr Luke Marchant	Mill Lane Teignmouth Devon TQ14 9BB 01626772320 School Website
Our Lady And St Patricks Roman Catholic Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Catherine Blatchford	Fourth Avenue Teignmouth Devon TQ14 9DT 01626773905 School Website
Shaldon Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Jennifer Stewart	Bridge Road Shaldon Teignmouth Devon TQ14 0DD 01626873329 School Website
Trinity School Other Independent School Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Mr Lawrence Coen	Buckeridge Road Teignmouth Devon TQ14 8LY 01626774138 School Website
Hazeldown School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Stuart Ludford	Maudlin Drive Teignmouth Devon TQ14 8SE 01626772901 School Website
Teignmouth Community School Exeter Road Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Dr Rachel Wickham	Exeter Road Teignmouth Devon TQ14 9HZ 01626774091 School Website
Stokeinteignhead School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Martin Harding	School Road Stokeinteignhead Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 4QE 01626873208 School Website
Rydon Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Catherine Willcocks	Rydon Road Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 3LP 01626356420 School Website
St Michaels Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Martin Harding	Church Street Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 3BQ 01626352854 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Teignmouth Station Approach, Off Exeter Road, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 8PG 1.98 Miles

Newton Abbot Station Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2JE 3.17 Miles

Dawlish Station Road, Dawlish, Devon, EX7 9PJ 3.84 Miles

Dawlish Warren Beach Road, Dawlish, Devon, EX7 0NF 5.27 Miles

Torre Newton Road, Torre, Devon, TQ2 5DD 5.43 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Bishopsteignton Taxis 01626 870800 2 Deans Close, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 9RD 0.16 Miles
C Cabs 01626 778744 3 Bligh Close, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 9NQ 1.45 Miles
Touchdown Transfers 0845 009 2725 Teignmouth, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 9NF 1.50 Miles
Terry's Taxis 01626 873334 12 The Homeyards, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 0EQ 1.59 Miles
Shaldon Taxi Services 01626 873449 A/28 Fore St, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 0DE 1.59 Miles
Riverside Taxis 01626 873378 28A Fore Street, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 0DE 1.59 Miles
Rdr Transfer Services 07754 033387 Highlands, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 8QP 1.63 Miles
G.B. Services Airport And Seaport Transfer Experts 01626 778482 13 Maudlin Drive, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 8RY 1.84 Miles
Alpha Taxis 01626 773030 16 Brunswick Street, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 8AB 1.90 Miles
Bryans Taxis Ltd 01626 776011 4 Station Road, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 8PE 1.99 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Shute Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Radway Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bishopsteignton Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Church Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cockhaven Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Murley Crescent No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
West Town Meadow No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Coombe Way No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Grange Park No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Salcombe Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ash Well No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Teignharvey No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Elmfield No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wear Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Broadmeadow View No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Bishopsteignton Surgery 01626 775256	Methodist Church Fore Street Bishopsteignton Teignmouth Devon TQ14 9QP
Kingsdown Clinic	Mill Lane Teignmouth TQ14 9BQ
Riverside Surgery 01626 873331	Albion Street Shaldon Devon TQ14 0DF
Teign Estuary Medical Group 01626 770955	Glendevon Medical Centre 3 Carlton Place Teignmouth Devon TQ14 8AB
The Den Site	2 Den Crescent Teignmouth TQ14 8BG

Local Stores

Bank Street - Teignmouth
8 Bank Street
Teignmouth
Devon
TQ14 8AL
01626 772657
shop.6860@coop.co.uk
Store Website
1.92 miles

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SPAR Teignmouth
71 - 73
Higher Coombe Drive
Teignmouth
TQ14 9NL
01626 770397
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

St James Vets
19A Fore Street Teignmouth Devon TQ14 8DY 01626 773898 tracey@quarryhouse-vets.co.uk Website 1.83 miles
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Bay Vet Group
Maudlin Drive Teignmouth Devon TQ14 8RU 01626 778882 Website 1.87 miles
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Tor Equine Ltd
Beech Trees Paddocks Buckland Road Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 4SA emma.wright@downlandvets.co.uk 2.18 miles

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Newton Abbot Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Kingsteignton Retail Park Newton Road, Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 3AN newtonabbot@vets4pets.com 2.56 miles

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Kingsteignton Veterinary Group
21 Gestridge Road Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 3EZ 01626 354 260 reception@kvg.uk.com Website 2.56 miles

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Milestone Veterinary Centre
Unit 12 Swift Industrial Estate Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 3SH 01626 331 977 info@milestonevets.com Website 2.64 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Bradley Manor
Going To Try This Walk Today It's Local And It's Lovely. 56-60 East St Lancashire 3.44 miles

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Bakers Park/Bradley Manor
6 Totnes Rd Lancashire 4.01 miles

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Stover Country Park
A Lovely Walk Around Stover Lake And The Surrounding Woodland With Lots Of Marked Trails To Make Your Walk As Short Or As Long As You Like. Dogs Can Be Let Off The Lead But Must Be Kept Out Of The Lake. It Is Mostly Flat So Suitable For Wheelchairs And Pushchairs. Toilets Are Available Near The Carpark And There Is A Picnic Area Under The Trees. Carriage Dr Heathfield 4.82 miles

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Mamhead Walk
Forest Walk - Long Or Short Mamhead 4.84 miles Lots Of Parking In Lots Of Places

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Cockington Country Park
Enjoy The Meadow With Your Dog Or Stroll Around Some Of The Many Paths On This Beautiful Estate With Its Woodlands And Water Garden. This Walking Route Is A Little Over 3-Miles And Lets You Explore It All. TQ2 6XA 6.19 miles From Torquay Or Paignton Turn At The Livermead Hotel – Signposted ‘Cockington Country Park’ And Follow The Lane Into The Village, Where There Are Two Car Parks (Cycle Hub & Village).

Cockington Country Park
Cockington Ln Torquay Lancashire TQ2 6XB 6.22 miles Torquay

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