Welcome to Combe Martin

Combe Martin is a picturesque village located in North Devon, England. It is situated on the edge of Exmoor National Park and is surrounded by stunning countryside. The village is known for its beautiful beaches, rugged coastline, and charming architecture. Visitors can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and water sports. Combe Martin is also home to a variety of shops, restaurants, and pubs, making it a popular destination for tourists.

One of the main attractions in Combe Martin is its beach. The village has a long, sandy beach that is perfect for sunbathing, swimming, and building sandcastles. The beach is also popular with surfers and bodyboarders, who come to ride the waves. Visitors can take a stroll along the beachfront promenade, which offers stunning views of the coastline. There are also plenty of cafes and ice cream shops nearby, making it a great spot for a seaside snack.

Combe Martin is also home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks. The village has a beautiful church, St. Peter ad Vincula, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is known for its impressive tower and stained glass windows. Visitors can also explore the ruins of Combe Martin Castle, which was built in the 11th century. The castle is located on a hill overlooking the village and offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Local Schools

School	Details
Combe Martin Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Dee Seddon	Hangman Path Combe Martin Ilfracombe Devon EX34 0DF 1271883226 School Website
Berrynarbor Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Susan Carey	Berrynarbor Ilfracombe Devon EX34 9SE 01271883493
Kentisbury Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jayne Peacock	Kentisbury Barnstaple Devon EX31 4NG 01271883263 School Website
The Ilfracombe Church Of England Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Stephen Rogers	Worth Road Ilfracombe Devon EX34 9JB 01271863427 School Website
Ilfracombe Church Of England Junior School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jody Le Bredonchel	Princess Avenue Ilfracombe Devon EX34 9LW 01271863463 School Website
Ilfracombe Infant And Nursery School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Grant	Marlborough Road Ilfracombe Devon EX34 8JL 01271863462 School Website
West Down School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Su Carey	West Down Ilfracombe Devon EX34 8NF 01271863461 School Website
Marwood School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Alun Dobson	Whiddon Muddiford Barnstaple Devon EX31 4HF 01271850395 School Website
Parracombe Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jayne Peacock	Parracombe Barnstaple Devon EX31 4QJ 01598763338 School Website
Shirwell Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Simon Allen	School Lane Shirwell Barnstaple Devon EX31 4JT 01271850295 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Barnstaple Station Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 2AU 8.74 Miles

Chapelton (Devon) Station Lane, Chapelton, Devon, EX37 9DZ 12.76 Miles

Umberleigh Station Approach, Umberleigh, Devon, EX37 9AB 14.08 Miles

Portsmouth Arms Adjacent A377, Portsmouth Arms, Devon, EX37 9NB 17.02 Miles

Kings Nympton South Molton Road, Kings Nympton, Devon, EX37 9EU 18.75 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Marks Minibus Travel 01271 883711 South Dene, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 0JN 0.15 Miles
Allports Airport Shuttle 01271 866688 36 Willow Cl, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9RP 3.57 Miles
Ace Taxis 01271 866688 36 Willow Cl, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9RP 3.57 Miles
Seaview Taxis 01271 855877 1 The Mews/Hillsborough Ter, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9NR 3.99 Miles
Abbey Cabs 01271 855591 17 Shaftesbury Road, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9LB 4.16 Miles
A Taxi 01271 865321 113 Fern Way, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 8JS 4.25 Miles
D J's Taxi's 01271 866934 5 Princess Avenue, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9LW 4.28 Miles
Conquest Cars 01271 865645 114 High St, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9ET 4.42 Miles
Mike's Taxis 07825 002308 Park Court, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 8PP 4.43 Miles
Fastlane Taxis 01271 866776 9 Balmoral Ter, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 8JH 4.46 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Castle Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Combe Martin Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Victoria Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
King Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Northend Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Buzzacott Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Seaside Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodlands Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Barton Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Berrynarbor Post Office Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Old Berrynarbor Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Berrydown Cross Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Watermouth Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Haggington Hill Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Easterclose Cross Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Combe Martin	Castle Street Combe Martin Ilfracombe Devon EX34 0JA
Combe Coastal Practice 01271 863119	Combe Coastal Practice St Brannocks Road Ilfracombe Devon EX34 8EG
The Medical Centre Woolacombe 01271 870276	Beach Road Woolacombe Devon EX34 7BT
Queen's Medical Centre 01271 372672	Queens Medical Centre 6/7 Queen Street Barnstaple Devon EX32 8HY
Lynton Health Centre 01598 753226	The Health Centre Burvill Street Lynton Devon EX35 6HA

Local Stores

Combe Martin
Castle Street
Combe Martin
Devon
EX34 0JE
01271 882791
Store Website
0.18 miles

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SPAR Braunton
Knowle Garage
Knowle
Braunton
EX33 2NA
Store Website
7.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Charter Veterinary Hospital Group Ltd.
Charter Vets - Mullacott Bickenbridge Farm Ilfracombe Devon EX34 8NZ 01271 866770 info@chartervets.com Website 5.10 miles
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Charter Veterinary Hospital Group Ltd.
Bridge House Veterinary Surgery Pilton Bridge Barnstaple Devon EX31 1PG 01271 342119 info@chartervets.com Website 7.99 miles
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Barnstaple Veterinary Clinic (Market Vets)
Unit A Riverview Commercial Centre Riverside Road Barnstaple Devon EX31 1QN 01271 344 262 info@marketvets.co.uk Website 8.30 miles
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Argyll Veterinary Clinic
28 Exeter Road Braunton Devon EX33 2JL 01271 812405 braunton@argyllvets.com Website 8.71 miles
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Barnstaple Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit 3 Barnstaple Retail Park Station Road Barnstaple Devon EX31 2AU 01271 335 520 barnstaple@vets4pets.com Website 8.74 miles
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Argyll Veterinary Clinic
Unit 4 Brannam Crescent Roundswell Business Park Barnstaple EX31 3TD 01271 375356 barnstaple@argyllvets.com Website 9.66 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Saunton Sands
Miles And Miles Of Clean Sand And Clean Sea Water. Dogs Have Freedom To Run To Their Hearts Content S W Coast Path Braunton EX33 1LQ 10.49 miles Beach

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Baggy Point
A Circular Walk Along Both Sides Of Baggy Point And Over The Top Of The Headland, With Breathtaking Coastal, Sea And Farmland Views. The Walk Looks Out Onto Woolacombe Beach On The One Side, And Down To Croyde Beach On The Other. EX33 1PA 10.57 miles Take A361 From Barnstaple To Braunton. At Braunton Take B3231 To Croyde, Then Follow National Trust Brown Signs To Baggy Point.

Northam Burrows And Westward Ho!
S W Coast Path Northam 12.66 miles

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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 14.88 miles

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Dunkery Beacons
Beautiful Place To Walk. Takes You To The Highest Point In Exmoor National Park. Lots Of Moorland, Woodlands, Rivers And Patched Walks In Many Different Directions. The Views At The Top Are Stunning. There Is Livestock And Wildlife Around So It Is Best To Keep Your Dog On A Lead If They Will Chase Them. Unnamed Road Minehead Lancashire TA24 7AT 19.15 miles

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Dunkery Beacon
Dunkery Beacon Is The Highest Point On Exmoor. It's Well Pathed From A Number Of Side Of The Road Car Parit's A Remote, High Area, And Needs Good Footwear And Energetic Dogs. Be Prepared For The Weather To Change And It Be Colder Than You May Be Used To, Even In Summer. You'll Need Water For Both Yourself And The Dogs. Unnamed Road Lancashire 19.87 miles

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