Welcome to Halwill

Halwill is a small village located in the county of Devon, England. It is situated on the River Carey and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 500 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. Halwill is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the natural beauty of the countryside.

One of the main attractions in Halwill is the St. Peter's Church, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is a beautiful example of medieval architecture and is a popular destination for history buffs and architecture enthusiasts. The church is also home to a number of interesting artifacts, including a 15th-century font and a 17th-century pulpit. Visitors can also enjoy the beautiful stained glass windows and the peaceful atmosphere of the church.

Another popular attraction in Halwill is the Tamar Lakes, which are located just a short distance from the village. The lakes are a popular destination for water sports enthusiasts, with activities such as sailing, windsurfing, and kayaking available. The lakes are also home to a number of species of birds and other wildlife, making them a great destination for nature lovers. Visitors can also enjoy a picnic or a walk around the lakes, taking in the beautiful scenery and enjoying the peaceful atmosphere.

Local Schools

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Halwill Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Ruhaina Alford	Dreybury Lane Halwill Beaworthy Devon EX21 5XU 01409221476 School Website
Ashwater Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Ruhaina Alford	Ashwater Beaworthy Devon EX21 5EW 01409211228 School Website
Bradford Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Joanna Luxford	Bradford Holemoor Holsworthy Devon EX22 7AB 1409281432 School Website
Black Torrington Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Joanna Luxford	Black Torrington Beaworthy Devon EX21 5PU 1409231262 School Website
Clawton Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Maryl Steyn	Clawton Holsworthy Devon EX22 6QN 1409253618 School Website
Northlew And Ashbury Parochial Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Janine Cook	Northlew Okehampton Devon EX20 3PB 1409221420 School Website
Highampton Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jo Luxford	Highampton Beaworthy Devon EX21 5LE 1409231339 School Website
Boasley Cross Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Janine Cook	Bratton Clovelly Okehampton Devon EX20 4JH 1837871362 School Website
The Copper Academy Other Independent Special School Ages:14-18 Head Teacher Mrs Emma Hosie	The Holsworthy Business And Training Centre Western Road Holsworthy Devon EX22 6DH 7779768661 School Website
Holsworthy Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Timothy Salvadori Paleotti	Sanders Lane Holsworthy Devon EX22 6HD 01409253700 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Okehampton Station Road, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1EJ 10.68 Miles

Portsmouth Arms Adjacent A377, Portsmouth Arms, Devon, EX37 9NB 17.28 Miles

Eggesford Adjacent A377, Eggesford, Devon, EX18 7JZ 17.50 Miles

Gunnislake Station Approach, Off Sand Hill, Gunnislake, Cornwall, PL18 9DZ 17.64 Miles

Kings Nympton South Molton Road, Kings Nympton, Devon, EX37 9EU 18.25 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Parker's Cars 07794 637143 Staddon Moor Cottage, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 6NH 5.15 Miles
Holsworthy Travel 01409 253962 Bank House/Fry St, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 6DY 5.90 Miles
Aob Cars 07813 718673 The Square Holsworthy Ex22 6Dl, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 6DL 5.93 Miles
Aob Cars 07813 718673 2 Pannier Market The, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 6AN 5.96 Miles
Classic Carriages 01409 253603 Middle Merryfield, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 7BN 6.48 Miles
B And S Taxis 07889 833127 Veales Farm, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 6LJ 8.38 Miles
Holsworthy Cars Taxis 01409 259420 4 Square Park, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 7PS 9.20 Miles
Nigels Taxi Cab 01837 52010 70 Moyses Meadow, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1JY 10.13 Miles
Okehampton Taxis 01837 53555 Market St, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1HN 10.18 Miles
Oak's Taxis 01837 55025 2 Domehayes Ter, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1JN 10.20 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Halwill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Holywell Park No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Quoditch Moor Cross No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Beaworthy Post Office Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Summerstown No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cookworthy Moor No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chilla No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dury Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Beaworthy No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Metherell No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dunsland Cross Station No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Patchacott No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Eworthy No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bovacott Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Brandis Corner Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Black Torrington Surgery 01409 231628	Blake House Black Torrington Beaworthy Devon EX21 5QE
Ruby Country Medical Group 01409 253692	Holsworthy Medical Centre Dobles Lane Holsworthy Devon EX22 6GH
Holsworthy Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Holsworthy Medical Centre Dobles Lane Holsworthy EX22 6GH
Holsworthy Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Dobles Lane Holsworthy EX22 6GH
Hatherleigh Medical Centre	Bridge Street Hatherleigh Okehampton EX20 3HZ

Local Stores

Holsworthy
5-6 Stanhope Square
Holsworthy
Devon
EX22 6AP
01409 254782
Store Website
5.90 miles

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SPAR Whitstone
Whitstone village Stores
Whitstone
EX22 6TX
01288 341239
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Equus Vets Ltd
4 The Square Holsworthy Devon EX22 6DL 01837 214004 info@equusvets.co.uk Website 5.92 miles

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North Park Veterinary Group Ltd
4 The Square Holsworthy Devon EX22 6DL info@northparkvets.co.uk Website 5.92 miles

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Penbode Vets Ltd
North Road Holsworthy Devon EX22 6HB 01409 253822 holsworthy.pets@penbodevets.co.uk Website 5.93 miles
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Tamar Vets Ltd
The Old Community Centre North Road Holsworthy Devon EX22 6HJ 01409 254078 holsworthy@tamarvets.co.uk Website 5.97 miles
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Torch Farm And Equine - Holsworthy
Unit 3C West Devon Business Units Neet Way Holsworthy Devon EX22 6ES 01409 331007 info@torchvets.com Website 6.29 miles
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North Park Veterinary Group Limited
The Bridge Hatherleigh Okehampton Devon EX20 3JA info@northparkvets.co.uk Website 7.64 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Widemouth Bay Bude Canal Cornwall
This 6 To 8 Mile Walk (Depending On How Many Detours You Make) Takes In A Spectacular Stretch Of The South West Coast Path, Bude Beach And The Bude Canal. It Passes By Or Through Three Nature Reserves. Marine Dr Bude Lancashire EX23 0AW 14.38 miles Follow The Coast Road North Out Of Widemouth Bay And Park In The First Coast Path Car Park You Come To On The Left (Grid Ref: Ss 199 032)

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Winkleigh Wood
Round Robin Walk Through Forestry Commission Land Bude Hill Winkleigh Lancashire EX19 8LD 14.66 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.

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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 16.72 miles

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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 16.91 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 17.94 miles Marker Is At Entrance; Follow Track About A Third Of A Mile To Car Park

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Northam Burrows And Westward Ho!
S W Coast Path Northam 19.87 miles

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