Welcome to Doddiscombsleigh

Doddiscombsleigh is a small village located in the Teign Valley of Devon, England. The village is situated on the eastern edge of Dartmoor National Park and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its picturesque thatched cottages, historic church, and traditional pub. The village is a popular destination for tourists who come to enjoy the peaceful surroundings and explore the nearby moors.

The village of Doddiscombsleigh has a rich history dating back to the 11th century. The village was originally known as Doddiscombslea and was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086. The village was once a thriving agricultural community and was home to several farms and mills. Today, the village is a quiet and peaceful place, with a population of just over 200 people.

One of the main attractions of Doddiscombsleigh is the Church of St. Michael and All Angels. The church dates back to the 13th century and is a Grade I listed building. The church is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and impressive bell tower. The church is still in use today and is a popular venue for weddings and other special events. Overall, Doddiscombsleigh is a charming village that offers visitors a glimpse into the history and beauty of rural Devon.

Local Weather

Mist

Temp: -0.9°C

Feels Like: -2.6°C

Wind: 3.1 MPH

Wind Dir: ENE

Local Schools

School	Details
Doddiscombsleigh Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Martin Harding	Doddiscombsleigh Exeter Devon EX6 7PR 01647252253 School Website
Christow Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Amy Yeo	Dry Lane Christow Exeter Devon EX6 7PE 01647252542 School Website
Dunsford Community Academy Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Grimley	Dunsford Exeter Devon EX6 7DD 1626572971 School Website
The Outdoors School Other Independent Special School Ages:7-16 Head Teacher Mrs Robyn Vincent	Straw Barn Barton Lane Shillingford Abbot Exeter Devon EX2 9QQ 1392832632 School Website
Ide Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Miss Alice Purcell	High Street Ide Exeter Devon EX2 9RN 1392259964 School Website
Hennock Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Chris Martin	Hennock Bovey Tracey Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 9QB 1626833233 School Website
Kenn Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lorraine Curry	Kennford Exeter Devon EX6 7TX 1392832347 School Website
Barley Lane School Foundation Special School Ages:7-16 Head Teacher Mr David Jones	Barley Lane St Thomas Exeter Devon EX4 1TA 01392430774 School Website
Alphington Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Sharon Tarr	Wheatsheaf Way Alphington Exeter Devon EX2 8RQ 1392254291 School Website
West Exe School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Julie Fossey	Hatherleigh Road Exeter EX2 9JU 1392660100

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Exeter St Thomas Cowick Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 1AJ 5.00 Miles

Exeter St Davids Bonhay Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4NT 5.49 Miles

Exeter Central Queen Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3SB 5.62 Miles

St James' Park Well Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 6QB 6.23 Miles

Digby And Sowton Digby Drive, Exeter, Devon, EX2 7AW 6.29 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Carrs Cars 01392 833533 13 Gissons Lane, Exeter, Devon, EX6 7UB 3.82 Miles
South West Camper Hire 01392 811931 The Barn, Exeter, Devon, EX4 2HH 3.92 Miles
Devon Executive Chauffeurs 056 0154 3848 Townsend, Exeter, Devon, EX6 7UG 4.10 Miles
Chudleigh Cars On Call 01626 854748 Culver Cottage, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 0HU 4.57 Miles
Chudleigh Dial A Car 01626 854134 3 Saint Marys Close, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 0PL 4.81 Miles
Chudleigh Private Hire 01626 853129 86 Palace Meadow, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 0PJ 4.85 Miles
The Sowton And Topsham Cab Co 01392 879090 57 Beaufort Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 9AA 4.93 Miles
Travel Connections 01392 422422 57 Beaufort Rd, Exeter, Devon, EX2 9AA 4.93 Miles
Anthonys Cars 01392 203313 St Andrews Yard, Exeter, Devon, EX2 8EP 5.00 Miles
Tudor Taxis 07753 454329 252 Exwick Rd, Exeter, Devon, EX4 2BA 5.19 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Doddiscombesleigh No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Green Acres No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Teign House No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bridford Mill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Higher Ashton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Oak Lodge Dunchideock No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Higher Cristow No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Layne Fields No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Lower Ashton Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dunchideock (Thatch) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pound Christow No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stonemills No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dunchideock Bridge No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Coombe Cross No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Farrants Farm No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Christow Surgery	Layne Fields Christow Devon EX6 7NY
Pathfinder Surgery	Pathfinder Village Exeter Devon EX6 6BT
The Bovey Tracey & Chudleigh Practice (Tower House 01626 852379	Tower House Surgery Market Way Chudleigh Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 0HL
Ide Lane Surgery 01392 428900	Ide Lane Surgery Ide Lane, Alphington Exeter Devon EX2 8UP
The Health Centre (Chudleigh) 01626 852222	Market Way Chudleigh Devon TQ13 0JT

Local Stores

Exeter - Alphington Road
107 Alphington Road
Exeter
Devon
EX2 8JD
01392 459634
Store Website
4.17 miles

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SPAR Alphington
SPAR
30 Myrtle Close
Ide Lane, Alphington
Exeter
EX2 8UX
01392 258103
Store Website
4.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Moorgate Veterinary Group
Old Mines Road Christow Exeter Devon EX6 7PL 01626 833023 moorgatevets@btconnect.com Website 0.97 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Cityvets (Exeter) Ltd
12 Lovelace Gardens Alphington Exeter Devon EX2 8XQ 01392 493 999 alphington@cityvets.co.uk Website 4.49 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Cityvets (Exeter) Ltd
101 Buddle Lane St. Thomas Exeter Devon EX4 1QS 01392 250000 buddle@cityvets.co.uk Website 4.83 miles
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St Boniface Veterinary Clinic Ltd
Rooms Rear Tedburn St Mary Village Hall Tedburn St Mary Tedburn Exeter Devon EX6 6DZ 01363 772860 info@stbonifacevets.co.uk Website 5.30 miles

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St Davids Veterinary Group - Exminster
St Davids Veterinary Clinic Shell House, Dawlish Road Exminster Exeter Devon EX6 8AA 01392 422898 exminster@stdavidsvets.com Website 5.47 miles
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St Davids Veterinary Group - Exeter
St Davids Veterinary Hospital St David'S Station Exeter Devon EX4 4NT 01392 271221 hospital@stdavidsvets.com Website 5.49 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Haldon Forest Park
Haldon Forest Has Loads Of Walks And Cycle Trails, There’S Something For Everyone. There’S A Cafe, Cycle And Segway Hire. King'S Rd Exeter Lancashire EX6 7XR 2.21 miles

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Tottiford Reservoir
My Dog Adores This Walk, Lots Of Water And Wooded Area To Run Around In. Can Get Rather Muddy In Wetter Times Of The Year. Tottiford Reservoir Lancashire 3.45 miles

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Exeter Canal
You Can Make This Walk As Long Or Short As You Like. We Parked For Free Just Off The A379 Bridge Road Then Walked Upstream Through The Fields To The Double Locks Pub. (Which Is Very Dog Friendly) 54 Bridge Rd Exeter Lancashire EX2 7BB 5.75 miles

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Parke Bovey Tracey
B3387 Lancashire 5.89 miles

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Mamhead Walk
Forest Walk - Long Or Short Mamhead 6.30 miles Lots Of Parking In Lots Of Places

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Fingle Bridge
Fingle Bridge Exeter Lancashire EX6 6PW 7.12 miles Follow The Signs From The Square In Drewsteignton

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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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