Welcome to East Buckland

East Buckland is a small village located in the North Devon district of Devon, England. The village is situated on the edge of Exmoor National Park, which makes it an ideal location for those who love the outdoors. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, and there are plenty of walking and cycling routes to explore. The village itself is small, but it has a strong sense of community, and there are plenty of local events and activities to get involved in.

One of the main attractions in East Buckland is the village pub, The Bell Inn. The pub is a traditional English pub, and it serves a range of local ales and ciders. The pub also serves food, and it has a reputation for serving some of the best pub food in the area. The Bell Inn is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike, and it is a great place to relax and unwind after a day of exploring the countryside.

Another attraction in East Buckland is the village church, St Michael and All Angels. The church is a Grade II listed building, and it dates back to the 13th century. The church is open to visitors, and it is a great place to learn about the history of the village. The church also hosts regular services and events, and it is a focal point for the local community. Overall, East Buckland is a charming village that is well worth a visit for anyone who loves the outdoors and wants to experience the traditional English countryside.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 3.5°C

Feels Like: 0.9°C

Wind: 6.3 MPH

Wind Dir: ESE

Local Schools

School Details
West Buckland School
Other Independent School
Ages:2-18
Head Teacher
Mr Phillip Stapleton
West Buckland
Barnstaple
Devon
EX32 0SX
01598760000
School Website
Filleigh Community Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Stephen Mellor
Castle Hill
Filleigh
Barnstaple
Devon
EX32 0RS
01598760295
School Website
Brayford Academy
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Ian Thomas
Brayford
Barnstaple
Devon
EX32 7QJ
01598710345
School Website
Swimbridge Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Angela Fleming
Barnstaple Hill
Barnstaple
Devon
EX32 0PJ
01271830437
School Website
North Molton Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Angela Fernyhough
Fore Street
North Molton
South Molton
Devon
EX36 3HL
1598740343
School Website
South Molton Community Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Tom Parkin
North Road
South Molton
Devon
EX36 3BA
01769572198
School Website
South Molton United Church Of England Junior School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Mr Kevin O'donnell
North Street
South Molton
Devon
EX36 3GN
01769572656
School Website
South Molton Community College
Foundation School
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr David Lewis
Old Alswear Road
South Molton
Devon
EX36 4LA
01769572129
School Website
Blackford Education (Schools) Ltd T/A The Libra School
Other Independent Special School
Ages:5-18
Head Teacher
Mrs Kirsty Crosby
Edgemoor Court
South Radworthy
South Molton
Devon
EX36 3LN
1598740044
School Website
Bratton Fleming Community Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Ms Lyn Brimson
Station Road
Bratton Fleming
Barnstaple
Devon
EX31 4SB
1598710337
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Umberleigh
Station Approach, Umberleigh, Devon, EX37 9AB
6.31 Miles
Chapelton (Devon)
Station Lane, Chapelton, Devon, EX37 9DZ
6.89 Miles
Barnstaple
Station Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 2AU
7.56 Miles
Portsmouth Arms
Adjacent A377, Portsmouth Arms, Devon, EX37 9NB
8.27 Miles
Kings Nympton
South Molton Road, Kings Nympton, Devon, EX37 9EU
8.90 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
A And L Taxis
01769 572169
1/Westhill/Pathfields Business Pk, South Molton, Devon, EX36 3BS
3.49 Miles
South Molton Taxis Service Ltd
01769 573636
Dominick's Close/Parsonage La, South Molton, Devon, EX36 3AX
3.99 Miles
M And M Taxis
01271 831331
The Firs, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 7PF
4.29 Miles
Adriens Private Hire
01769 573513
6 Spearfield Close, South Molton, Devon, EX36 4SE
4.42 Miles
Mumms' Taxis
07773 344777
1 Longland Close, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 7NN
5.26 Miles
Kevs Kabs
01271 376619
8 Woolbarn Lawn, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 8PQ
6.35 Miles
Aloha Taxis
01271 375075
39 Fairace Avenue, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 9DF
6.44 Miles
Pj Taxis
07732 400375
49 Coppice Gate, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 9PD
6.50 Miles
John's Taxis
01271 328383
20 Jordan Clo, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 9DN
6.51 Miles
Happy Days Taxis
01271 324333
Forches Avenue, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 8EF
6.61 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
East Buckland
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Charles
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Newton Bridge
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West Buckland Village
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Filleigh Old Station
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High Bray
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Brayford
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Old Filleigh Post Office
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Stags Head
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Heddon
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Gunn
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Yarncott
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Braybridge
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Dean Head
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Swimbridge Post Office
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
South Molton Medical Centre
01769 573101
South Molton Medical Ctr
9-10 East Street
South Molton
Devon
EX36 3BZ
Litchdon Medical Centre
01271 323443
Litchdon Medical Centre
Landkey Road
Barnstaple
Devon
EX32 9LL
Brannam Medical Centre
01271 329004
Brannam Medical Centre
Brannam Square, Kiln Lane
Barnstaple
North Devon
EX32 8GP
Queen's Medical Centre
01271 372672
Queens Medical Centre
6/7 Queen Street
Barnstaple
Devon
EX32 8HY
Barnstaple Leisure - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Seven Brethren Bank
Sticklepath
Barnstaple
EX31 2AP
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Local Stores

Barnstaple - St Georges Road
23 St Georges Road
Barnstaple
Devon
EX32 7AU
01271 342039
shop.6983@coop.co.uk
Store Website
7.20 miles
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SPAR South Molton
SPAR
34 The Square
South Molton
EX36 3AB
01769 572929
Store Website
4.1 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Molecare Veterinary Services
Pathfields Business Park
South Molton
Devon
EX36 3LH
01769 575618
south.molton@molecarefarmvets.com
3.52 miles
Amenities
Disabled public access

Client car park

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Market Veterinary Centre
The Surgery
2 Southley Road
South Molton
Devon
EX36 4BL
01769 572176
info@marketvets.co.uk
Website
4.17 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
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Birds

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Torbridge Veterinary Group
Horsepond Veterinary Centre
Horsepond Meadow
South Molton
Devon
EX36 4EJ
01769 572226
horsepond@torbridgegroup.co.uk
Website
4.29 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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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
7.56 miles
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Open at weekends

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Birds

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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
7.64 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

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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
8.48 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Aquatics

Birds

Camelids

Cats

Cattle

Deer

Dogs

Equines

Exotic/Wild

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Poultry

Sheep/Goats

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Local Dog Walks

Heywood Woods
A Lovely Forest Walk With Reasonably Flat Paths, A Free Car Park And An The Mound Of An Old Castle. You Can Walk Alongside The River Taw Or Swimm If You're The Dog. The Forest Has Some Wonderfully Old Douglas Firs From The Original Eggesford Estate. A Lovely Walk.
Little Rashleigh
Bridge Reeve
Chulmleigh
Lancashire
EX18 7BE
11.32 miles

Follow The Road From Wembworthy Towards The A 377 At A Very Sharp Bend In The Road Turn Left Heywoods Forest Car Park About A Mile Or So Down This Road.
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Eggesford Forest
A377
Chulmleigh
Lancashire
EX18 7LD
12.80 miles

Marker Is At Entrance; Follow Track About A Third Of A Mile To Car Park
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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
13.97 miles

Location
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Northam Burrows And Westward Ho!
S W Coast Path
Northam
14.15 miles

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Winkleigh Wood
Round Robin Walk Through Forestry Commission Land
Bude Hill
Winkleigh
Lancashire
EX19 8LD
14.62 miles

There Is A Little Bit Of Parking At The Entrance On Bude Hill. Normally Fairly Dry And Sheltered. Round Robin Walk Normally Takes Between 30-45 Minutes At Reasonable Pace.
Location
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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
14.76 miles

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Weather Forecast

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