Welcome to Filham

Filham is a small village located in the South Hams district of Devon, England. It is situated on the outskirts of Ivybridge, a town known for its beautiful countryside and stunning landscapes. Filham is a peaceful and quiet village, with a population of around 500 people. The village is surrounded by lush green fields and rolling hills, making it an ideal location for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding.

One of the most notable features of Filham is its historic church, St. Mary's Church. The church dates back to the 13th century and is a Grade II listed building. It is a beautiful example of medieval architecture, with its impressive tower and intricate stonework. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village.

Filham is also home to a number of small businesses, including a post office, a convenience store, and a pub. The pub, The Sportsmans Inn, is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. It serves a range of traditional pub food and local ales, and has a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Overall, Filham is a charming and picturesque village that offers a peaceful and relaxing escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 6.2°C

Feels Like: 4.3°C

Wind: 5.6 MPH

Wind Dir: S

Local Schools

School	Details
Stowford School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sue Williams	Exeter Road Ivybridge Devon PL21 0BG 01752894163 School Website
The Erme Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Sara-Jane Baker	Station Road Ivybridge Devon PL21 0AJ 01752892247 School Website
Ivybridge Community College Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Rachel Hutchinson	Harford Road Ivybridge Devon PL21 0JA 01752691000 School Website
Manor Primary School, Ivybridge Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Karen Dixon	Manor Way Ivybridge Devon PL21 9BG 1752893182 School Website
Woodlands Park Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Steve Bone	Abbot Road Ivybridge Devon PL21 9TF 1752690046 School Website
Ermington Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Mark Mitchell	School Road Ermington Ivybridge Devon PL21 9NH 1548830459 School Website
Ugborough Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lucy French	Ugborough Ivybridge Devon PL21 0NJ 1752892489 School Website
Modbury Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Louise Nicholls	Modbury Ivybridge Devon PL21 0RB 01548830312 School Website
Cornwood Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Sara-Jane Baker	School Lane Cornwood Ivybridge Devon PL21 9PZ 01752837375 School Website
Holbeton Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Christopher Rickard	The Square Holbeton Plymouth Devon PL8 1LT 1752830317 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Ivybridge Station Road, Ivybridge, Devon, PL21 0DQ 0.91 Miles

Plymouth North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB 10.24 Miles

Totnes Station Road, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5JR 10.51 Miles

Devonport Portland Road, Devonport, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 4QN 11.44 Miles

Dockyard Paisley Street, Devonport, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 1RX 11.71 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Ivy Cabs 01752 696969 38A Fore Street, Ivybridge, Devon, PL21 9AE 0.56 Miles
Elite Cabs 01752 892222 8 Marshals Field, Ivybridge, Devon, PL21 0FQ 0.58 Miles
Ivycabs Of Ivybridge 01752 895555 39 Bridge Park, Ivybridge, Devon, PL21 0AT 0.58 Miles
Devon Classic Cars Ltd 01548 831393 Unit 2-3 River Park Industrial Estate, Ivybridge, Devon, PL21 9NT 1.36 Miles
Tim's Taxis 01752 830225 Beechcroft, Plymouth, Devon, PL8 1NE 3.79 Miles
Plym Cabs 01752 345005 6A Plymouth Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL7 4JR 6.52 Miles
Prestige Executive Cars 01752 481400 Station House Station Road Elb, Plymouth, Devon, PL9 8DL 6.83 Miles
Devon Cars 01752 481400 Station House, Plymouth, Devon, PL9 8DN 6.83 Miles
Jttransfers 07708 915271 7, Plymouth, Devon, PL9 8LJ 7.64 Miles
Plymouth Scooter Chauffeur 01752 600099 Unit 51/Holly Court/St. Modwen Rd, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 8LG 8.06 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
The Paddocks No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Uphill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Exeter Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ivybridge Spso Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Ivybridge Spso Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Keaton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fore Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Speakers Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Western Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Board School No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
North Filham No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Penquit No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
St Johns Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cole Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Crescent Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Highlands Health Centre	Fore Street Ivybridge Devon PL21 9AE
Ivybridge Medical Practice	Erme Terrace Station Road Ivybridge Devon PL21 0AJ
Modbury Health Centre 01548 830666	The Health Centre Poundwell Meadow Modbury, Ivybridge Devon PL21 0QL
South Brent Health Centre 01364 72394	The Health Centre Plymouth Road South Brent Devon TQ10 9HT
Yealm Medical Centre 01752 880567	Yealm Medical Centre Market St, Yealmpton Plymouth Devon PL8 2EA

Local Stores

Ivybridge - Glanvilles Mill
14 Glanvilles Mill
Shopping Precinct
Ivybridge
Devon
PL21 9PS
01752 690361
Store Website
0.54 miles

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SPAR Modbury
SPAR
California Cross Service Station
Modbury
PL21 0SG
01548 821623
Store Website
4.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Filham Park Veterinary Clinic
Godwell Lane Ivybridge Devon PL21 0LE 01752 892700 info@filhamparkvets.co.uk Website 0.01 miles
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Phoenix Equine (Filham Park)
Godwell Lane Ivybridge Devon PL21 0LE Website 0.01 miles

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Optivet South West
Inside South Moor Vets Endsleigh Ivybridge Devon PL21 9JL 01803 467833 sw@optivet.com Website 1.16 miles

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South Moor Vets
Endsleigh Ivybridge Devon PL21 9JL 01752 892390 ivybridge@southmoorvets.co.uk Website 1.16 miles

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Woodlands Veterinary Group
Woodlands Veterinary Centre Cornwood Road Ivybridge Devon PL21 9JJ 01752 690999 thepractice@woodlandsvets.co.uk Website 1.21 miles
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South Moor Vets
New Mills Modbury Devon PL21 0TP 01548 830210 admin@southmoorvets.co.uk Website 2.43 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Mothecombe
Mothecombe Beach Is A Lovely Place To Walk Your Dog And There’S A Dog Friendly Cafe There S W Coast Path Lancashire 5.20 miles

Location what3words frock.wicket.crescendo

River Avon Dam Dartmoor
This Is A Lovely Dog Walk From The Carpark At Shipley Bridge On Dartmoor To Avon Dam. The First Part Follows Alongside The River Which My Dogs Love To Have A Dip In. Then The Walk Opens Out To Hills As You Work Your Way Up To The Dam. The Walk Is Pathed The Whole Way So Is Suitable For Pushchairs And Wheelchairs. I Think Its Roughly 1 Mile – 1.5 Miles Up To The Dam. Unnamed Road Lancashire 6.53 miles

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Cadover Bridge And The Dewerstone
This Is A Nice Rewarding Walk. However It Does Have Steep Hills And Does Take Around 2 To 3 Hours To Complete. However You Could Adapt The Walk To Make It Smaller. Cadover Bridge Plymouth Lancashire PL7 5EH 7.78 miles

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Thurlestone Beach
This Is A Huge Beautiful Dog Friendly Beach, It Is Also A Very Quiet Spot Compared To Most Beaches! Lovely Clean Clear Water &Amp; Lots Of Pretty Rock Pools To Explore, Also Cliff Walks/Coastal Path &Amp; National Trust Wetlands To Admire, A Truly Beautiful Spot. Thurlestone Beach Is A National Trust Beach Near Kingsbridge Ilbert Rd 8.12 miles National Trust Beach Nr Kingsbridge

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Thurlestone To Bigbury
A Lovely Walk Along The South West Costal Path From Thurlestone To Bigbury. Links Court Thurlestone Kingsbridge TQ7 3JS 8.67 miles

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Jennycliffe To Mountbatten
Plymstock Plymouth Lancashire PL9 9SW 9.51 miles

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Weather Forecast

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

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Patchy rain nearby	Patchy rain nearby	Patchy rain nearby	Light rain	Overcast	Light rain shower	Partly Cloudy
Temp	9.6°C	9.5°C	9.5°C	10.6°C	10.4°C	13.6°C	15.4°C	15.7°C	16.4°C	15.3°C	15.2°C	15.8°C
Feels Like	7.1°C	7.2°C	7.2°C	7.4°C	8°C	12.5°C	15.1°C	15.6°C	16.4°C	14.4°C	14.5°C	15.6°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

	Partly Cloudy	Moderate rain at times	Light rain shower	Light rain shower	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast
Temp	15.6°C	15°C	13°C	9.5°C	7.3°C	6.4°C	6.6°C	6.7°C	6.4°C	5.7°C	4.8°C	9.9°C
Feels Like	15.5°C	14.2°C	11.1°C	6.5°C	4°C	3.4°C	3.8°C	4.2°C	3.9°C	3°C	1.9°C	8.4°C

Saturday	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	Overcast	Overcast	Moderate rain at times	Moderate snow	Moderate snow	Moderate snow	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Cloudy	Cloudy
Temp	4.6°C	3°C	2.2°C	1.4°C	0.9°C	1.2°C	2.3°C	3.4°C	3.1°C	1.4°C	0.8°C	1.6°C
Feels Like	1.7°C	-0.4°C	-1.6°C	-3°C	-4.4°C	-4.5°C	-3.5°C	-2.1°C	-2.3°C	-4.1°C	-5°C	-3°C

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