Welcome to Hockworthy

Hockworthy is a small village located in the county of Devon, England. It is situated in the Blackdown Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and is surrounded by picturesque countryside. The village has a population of around 200 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. Hockworthy is a popular destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the beauty of the English countryside.

One of the main attractions in Hockworthy is the St. Simon and St. Jude Church, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and features a beautiful stained glass window and a bell tower. The church is open to visitors and is a popular spot for weddings and other events. Another popular attraction in Hockworthy is the Blackdown Hills, which offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Visitors can enjoy hiking, cycling, and horseback riding in the hills, as well as picnicking and birdwatching.

Hockworthy is also home to a number of small businesses, including a pub, a post office, and a village hall. The pub, called The Catherine Wheel, is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike and serves traditional English food and drink. The village hall is used for a variety of events, including concerts, plays, and community meetings. Overall, Hockworthy is a charming and peaceful village that offers visitors a chance to experience the beauty of the English countryside and the warmth of a close-knit community.

Local Schools

School	Details
Webber's Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Robert Roffey	Holcombe Rogus Wellington Somerset TA21 0PE 1823672510 School Website
Stawley Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jacqui Collier	Appley Cross Stawley Wellington Somerset TA21 0HH 01823672486 School Website
Burlescombe Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Robert Roffey	Station Road Burlescombe Tiverton Devon EX16 7JH 1823672521 School Website
Uplowman Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Steven Badcott	Uplowman Tiverton Devon EX16 7DR 01884820552 School Website
Sampford Peverell Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Price	Higher Town Sampford Peverell Tiverton Devon EX16 7BR 01884820284 School Website
Uffculme School Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Alan Blackburn	Chapel Hill Uffculme Cullompton Devon EX15 3AG 01884840458 School Website
Uffculme Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Fraser Wallace	Ashley Road Uffculme Cullompton Devon EX15 3AY 01884840282 School Website
Sampford Arundel Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs J Collier	Sampford Arundel Wellington Somerset TA21 9QN 01823672342 School Website
Halberton Primary School Foundation School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Steven Badcott	Church Path Halberton Tiverton Devon EX16 7AT 01884820585 School Website
Langford Budville Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Carys Barnett	Langford Budville School Langford Budville Wellington Somerset TA21 0RD 01823400483 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Tiverton Parkway Station Road, Sampford Peverell, Devon, EX16 7EH 3.19 Miles

Taunton Station Approach, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1QP 12.43 Miles

Feniton Feniton, Devon, Devon, EX14 3BT 13.02 Miles

Whimple Station Road, Whimple, Devon, EX5 2QH 13.73 Miles

Honiton Church Hill, Honiton, Devon, EX14 2DA 14.22 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Parkway Taxis 01884 38899 Tiverton Parkway Railway Station, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 7EH 3.23 Miles
Jolly Jaunts Taxis 01884 840979 27 Highland Terrace, Cullompton, Devon, EX15 3EN 4.51 Miles
Allens Taxis And Minibus Service 07976 827762 27 Highland Terrace, Cullompton, Devon, EX15 3EN 4.51 Miles
Atlas Cars 01884 820030 33 Barnes Close, Cullompton, Devon, EX15 2PW 5.23 Miles
Bev's Executive Cars 01884 829105 5 Somerville Close, Cullompton, Devon, EX15 2PN 5.29 Miles
Rt Taxi's 01884 821180 1 Bagsters Cottage, Cullompton, Devon, EX15 2PG 5.77 Miles
A And T Taxis 07971 275322 20 Magnolia Ct, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 6UQ 5.90 Miles
Monument Mini Cabs 01823 664444 8 Walkers Gate, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 8DJ 5.96 Miles
Jims Taxis 01884 250044 76 Queensway, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 6JQ 6.10 Miles
Tiverton Travelink 01884 257242 1/Brickhouse Cottages/Brickhouse Hill, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 6BQ 6.18 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Hockworthy Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Staple Cross Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
White Brook Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Old Westleigh Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Whipcott Cross Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Henson Drive Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Appley Cross Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Clayhanger Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Huntsham Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Greenham Bridge Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Station Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Sampford Peverell Surgery 01884 820304	Sampford Peverell Surgery 29 Lower Town Sampford Peverell Devon EX16 7BJ
Grantlands Surgery Uffculme	Commercial Road Uffculme Devon EX15 3EB
Willand Surgery	17 South View Close Willand Devon EX15 2QP
Bampton Surgery	Barnhay Bampton Tiverton Devon EX16 9NB
Lister House Partnership 01984 623471	Lister House Surgery Croft Way, Wiveliscombe Taunton Somerset TA4 2BF

Local Stores

Willand Mid Devon Business Park
Mid Devon Business Park
Willand
Cullompton
Devon
EX15 2QW
01884 820071
Store Website
5.07 miles

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SPAR Sampford Peverell
SPAR
3A The Mews
Smithys Way
Sampford Peverell
EX16 7FB
01884 829535
Store Website
3.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Dilliway Bosley Equine Veterinary Practice
Lower Besley Farm Holcombe Regis Wellington Somerset TA21 0QA 01823 673215 Website 0.96 miles

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The Vale Veterinary Group
7 Fore Street Uffculme Cullompton Devon EX15 3AN 01884 841317 valehelen@btconnect.com 4.56 miles

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Western Counties Equine Hospital Ltd
Culmstock Cullompton Devon EX15 3LA 01884 841 100 westerncounties@equinehospital.co.uk Website 5.40 miles
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St David'S Poultry Team Ltd
Unit 2, Trading Estate Station Road Bampton Tiverton Devon EX16 9NG 01392 872 932 5.44 miles
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Mount Vets Wiveliscombe Surgery
6 North Street Wiveliscombe Taunton Somerset TA4 2JY 01984 624 422 wiveliscombe@mountvets.com Website 5.80 miles
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Holistic Vet Vicky
12 North Street Wiveliscombe Taunton Somerset TA4 2JY 01984 624999 somersetvet@yahoo.com 5.80 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Wellington Park
Lots Of Grass To Run Around On Though Other Dogs Are Often Present 1 Court Dr 6.03 miles

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Wellington Monument
Off Junc 26 Of M5, Take 1St Exit At Roundabout. Exeter To Tiverton A38 And Just Keep Going. Turning For Monument Rd On Left And Is Signposted (Signpost On Right) Oldway Road. Travel Up Steep Hill To Crossroads, Go Left At Top And Approx 100 Yrds Turn Right Into Car Park. There Is A National Trust Sign Here But It Is Easy To Miss!! Large Free Car Park. Initial Path Up To Monument Wheelchair Friendly, But Not If You Take Any Of The Marked Routes And Steps Down To One Of The Routes Are Very Steep. Bits Of Walks Could Become Muddy After Rainfall, But Not To Bad. Nice Wooded Walks And Nice Areas To Picnic! Unnamed Road Wellington TA21 9PA 6.09 miles Wellington

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Netherclay Community Woodland
3 Netherclay Bishop'S Hull Taunton TA1 5ED 10.93 miles Taunton

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Bridgetown Exton Somerset
This 7Km (4Mile) Walk Starts From The Entrance To The Exe Valley Caravan Park In Bridgetown (Grid Ref: Ss 923 332). It Takes You Along The River Exe And Then Up Over Farm Land Back To The Road. From Here You Can Either Repeat The Route Back To The Start Or Continue Looping Back Through Exton And Ending At The The Badger's Holt Pub In Bridgetown (Opened At 6Pm At The Time Of Walking). 9 Week Ln Dulverton Lancashire TA22 9JL 11.19 miles

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Ramscombe (Great Wood Quantocks)
Quantock Walks,Family Areas For Bbq, Toilet Facilities, Lots Of Different Path And Trail Walls, Parking £2 For All Day Run By The Forestry Commission. Stream Running Along Side The Large Grass Area Great For Dogs And Children To Play. Could Walk And Explore All Day. Wood Ln 12.50 miles

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Killerton House
A National Trust House. Beare Ln Exeter Lancashire EX5 3LB 12.64 miles

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