Welcome to Coffinswell

Coffinswell is a small village located in the South Hams district of Devon, England. The village is situated on the edge of the Dartmoor National Park and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its picturesque thatched cottages, historic church, and friendly community.

The village of Coffinswell has a rich history dating back to the 11th century. The village was originally known as Cofintone, which means "the town of Coffin". The name Coffin comes from the Coffin family, who were the lords of the manor in the 13th century. The village has a number of historic buildings, including the 13th-century St. Bartholomew's Church, which is known for its beautiful stained glass windows.

Coffinswell is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to explore the beautiful countryside of Devon. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and picturesque villages. Visitors can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The village is also home to a number of traditional pubs and restaurants, where visitors can sample local cuisine and enjoy a pint of ale.

Local Schools

School	Details
Kingskerswell Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Miller	Coffinswell Lane Kingskerswell Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 5HN 01803873398 School Website
The Burton Academy Academy Alternative Provision Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Steven Hulme	South Parks Road Torquay Devon TQ2 8JE 1803326330 School Website
Barton Hill Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Samantha Smith	Barton Hill Road Torquay Devon TQ2 8JA 01803327161 School Website
Decoy Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sally Herbert	Deer Park Road Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 1DH 01626353282 School Website
Watcombe Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Tim Nield	Moor Lane Torquay Devon TQ2 8NU 01803327419 School Website
Haytor View Community Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Katy Galling	Queensway Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 4BD 01626203040 School Website
Shiphay Learning Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Kate Lee	Exe Hill Shiphay Torquay Devon TQ2 7NF 01803613556 School Website
Combe Pafford School Academy Special Converter Ages:6-19 Head Teacher Mike Lock	Steps Lane Watcombe Torquay Devon TQ2 8NL 1803327902
Glendinning Academy Free Schools Special Ages:7-19 Head Teacher Mrs Sam Gilronan	Sandringham Road Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 4HD 1626305220 School Website
Mayfield School Community Special School Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Mrs Stuart Heron	Moor Lane Watcombe Torquay Devon TQ2 8NH 01803328375 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Newton Abbot Station Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2JE 2.10 Miles

Torre Newton Road, Torre, Devon, TQ2 5DD 2.41 Miles

Torquay Rathmore Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6NU 3.26 Miles

Teignmouth Station Approach, Off Exeter Road, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 8PG 4.25 Miles

Paignton Station Square, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 5EF 4.99 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Torquay Taxis Ltd 01803 326007 Kingskerswell Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 8JT 1.08 Miles
The Low Cost Taxi Company 01803 214000 51 Leeward Lane, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 7GB 1.21 Miles
Milber Taxis 01626 333500 2 Lime Tree Walk, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 4LF 1.56 Miles
Price A Cab 0844 745 3090 54 Fore St, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 8BL 1.83 Miles
Torbay Trailer Hire 07917 773711 90 Shiphay Lane, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 7BZ 1.98 Miles
Station Taxis 01626 334488 South Devon House, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2JE 2.09 Miles
Rs Taxis And Holiday Link 01803 313188 22A Western Rd, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4RL 2.09 Miles
Delta Taxis 01626 444444 Railway Station, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2BP 2.22 Miles
First A1 Taxis 01626 331212 Newton Abbot Railway Station, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2BT 2.22 Miles
Ace Taxis 01626 336644 Railway Station/Station Rd, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2BP 2.22 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Coffinswell No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bushmead Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Aller Vale No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Coles Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Daccombe No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Moorpark No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fluder Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kingskerswell Post Office Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Brookedor No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Southey Drive No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Southey Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Manor Drive No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Saint Marys No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Centenary Way No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Haccombe No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Kingskerswell & Ipplepen Med Practice 01803 874455	The Health Centre School Road,Kingskerswell Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 5DJ
The Barton Health Centre	Barton Hill Way Hele Torquay Devon TQ2 8JG
South Devon Bcsc 01803 614567	Torbay Hospital Newton Road Torquay TQ2 7AA
Brunel Medical Practice (Shiphay) 01803 312233	13 Collaton Road Shiphay Torquay Devon TQ2 7HH
Buckland Surgery 01626 332813	Buckland Surgery 1 Raleigh Road,Buckland Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 4HG

Local Stores

Kingskerswell
Fore Street
Kingskerswell
Kingskerswell
Devon
TQ12 5HT
01803 407423
Store Website
0.86 miles

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SPAR Hele Cross Service Station
Hele Cross Service Station
Hele Road
Torquay
TQ2 7QG
01803 328400
Store Website
1.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Powderham Veterinary Group
Condor Way Torquay TQ2 7TG 01803 614 700 office@powderhamvetgroup.co.uk Website 1.14 miles
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Torquay Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Bridge Retail Park Torquay Devon TQ2 7AP torquay@vets4pets.com 1.62 miles


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Animal Health Centre
43 Moor Lane Torquay Devon TQ2 8NU 01803 313400 1.71 miles
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Silverton Veterinary Practice Ltd
86 Cadewell Lane Torquay Devon TQ2 7HP 01803 614619 reception@silvertonvets.co.uk 1.81 miles

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Tor Equine Ltd
Beech Trees Paddocks Buckland Road Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 4SA emma.wright@downlandvets.co.uk 2.06 miles

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Amity Veterinary Care Ltd
Unit 4, Brunel Court Brunel Road Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 4PB 01626 247888 Website 2.09 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 2.47 miles

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Bakers Park/Bradley Manor
6 Totnes Rd Lancashire 2.76 miles

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Cockington Country Park
Cockington Ln Torquay Lancashire TQ2 6XB 2.98 miles Torquay

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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 2.98 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).

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 5.41 miles

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Parke Bovey Tracey
B3387 Lancashire 8.17 miles

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