Welcome to Holmacott

Holmacott is a small village located in the county of Devon, England. The village is situated in the heart of the countryside and is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields. The village is known for its picturesque beauty and is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Holmacott is a peaceful and tranquil place that offers visitors a chance to relax and unwind in a serene environment.

One of the main attractions of Holmacott is its stunning natural beauty. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside that is perfect for hiking, cycling, and exploring. The area is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and rabbits, making it a great place for nature lovers. The village is also home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including the 13th-century St. Mary's Church, which is a popular destination for visitors.

Holmacott is a small village, but it has a strong sense of community. The village is home to a number of local businesses, including a post office, a pub, and a village hall. The village hall is a hub of activity and is used for a variety of events, including community meetings, concerts, and parties. The village also has a primary school, which is an important part of the community and is highly regarded by local residents. Overall, Holmacott is a charming and welcoming village that offers visitors a chance to experience the beauty of rural England.

Local Schools

School	Details
Horwood And Newton Tracey Community Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Ian Thomas	Lovacott Barnstaple Devon EX31 3PU 01271858373 School Website
Instow Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lucy Mardling	Rectory Lane Instow Bideford Devon EX39 4LU 01271860545 School Website
Fremington Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kate Fairbrother	Beechfield Road Fremington Barnstaple Devon EX31 3DD 1271373979 School Website
Roundswell Community Primary Academy Free Schools Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Kate Fairbrother	Roundswell School, Claypits Road Roundswell Barnstaple Devon EX31 3WJ 1271445111 School Website
The Shoreline Academy Academy Alternative Provision Sponsor Led Ages:5-16 Head Teacher Mr Russell Clarke	Fishleigh Road Roundswell Devon EX31 3UD 1271386333 School Website
On Track Education Barnstaple Other Independent Special School Ages:7-18 Head Teacher Mrs Maria Roberts	Narita House Fishleigh Rd, Roundswell Business Park Barnstaple Devon EX31 3UD 1271372269 School Website
Appledore School Foundation School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Jeremy Cooper	Richmond Road Appledore Bideford Devon EX39 1PF 01237474365 School Website
East The Water Community Primary School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Adam Buckeridge	Mines Road Bideford Devon EX39 4BZ 01237475178 School Website
St Marys Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Naomi Tottle	Chanters Road Bideford Devon EX39 2QN 01237477288 School Website
Sticklepath Community Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Ms Samantha Warner	Woodville Estate Barnstaple Devon EX31 2HH 1271342455 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Barnstaple Station Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 2AU 4.00 Miles

Chapelton (Devon) Station Lane, Chapelton, Devon, EX37 9DZ 5.37 Miles

Umberleigh Station Approach, Umberleigh, Devon, EX37 9AB 7.49 Miles

Portsmouth Arms Adjacent A377, Portsmouth Arms, Devon, EX37 9NB 9.77 Miles

Kings Nympton South Molton Road, Kings Nympton, Devon, EX37 9EU 12.47 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Fremington And District Taxis 01271 323037 17 Chilpark, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 3BY 1.93 Miles
Executive Shuttle Services 01271 323360 18 Shieling Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 2LY 2.56 Miles
Mr And Mrs Taxis 01237 424294 19 Karen Close, Bideford, Devon, EX39 4PQ 2.99 Miles
Scott's Taxis 01237 421487 21 Heathfield Road, Bideford, Devon, EX39 4BU 3.06 Miles
Checkered Cabs 07790 926770 14 Goaman Road, Bideford, Devon, EX39 4HB 3.16 Miles
J B Cabs 01271 268144 8C The Anex, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 2DN 3.28 Miles
Celebration Cars 01271 377008 20 Lynhurst Av, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 2ER 3.32 Miles
Kirkham Cars 01237 422889 Glentorr Place/Glenfield Road, Bideford, Devon, EX39 2LU 3.33 Miles
Alpha Cars 01237 475949 11 Clifton St, Bideford, Devon, EX39 4ET 3.34 Miles
Quay Cars 01237 474747 2 Queen Street, Bideford, Devon, EX39 2JG 3.35 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Horwood Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Eastleigh Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Worlington Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lovacott Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Instow Town Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Westleigh School Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lagoon View Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Estuary View Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chilpark Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Instow Post Office Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Old Westleigh Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Yelland Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Beechfield Estate Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wearland Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lane End Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Fremington Medical Centre 01271 376655	11-13 Beards Road Fremington Barnstaple EX31 2PG
Wooda Surgery 01237 471071	The Wooda Surgery Clarence Wharf Barnstaple Street Bideford, Devon EX39 4AU
Northam Surgery 01237 474994	Northam Surgery Bay View Road, Northam Bideford Devon EX39 1AZ
Chivenor Medical Centre	Chivenor Medical Centre Chivenor Barnstaple Devon EX31 4AZ
Bideford Medical Centre 01237 476363	Bideford Medical Centre Abbotsham Road Bideford Devon EX39 3AF

Local Stores

BSTF Fremington
2 Higher Road
Fremington
Barnstaple
Devon
EX31 3BG
01271 326666
Store Website
2.11 miles

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SPAR Bickington
1 Babbages
Bickington
Barnstaple
EX31 2LL
01271 326080
Store Website
2.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Charter Veterinary Hospital Group Ltd.
Charter Veterinary Hospital Charter Court Roundswell Business Park Barnstaple Devon EX31 3FG 01271 371115 info@chartervets.com Website 2.53 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Torch Farm And Equine - Roundswell
Charter Court Roundswell Business Park Barnstaple Devon EX31 3FG 01271 879516 info@torchfarmvets.com Website 2.53 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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24 Hour Emergency Service
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Sat	09:00	16:00
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24 Hour Emergency Service

Argyll Veterinary Clinic
Unit 4 Brannam Crescent Roundswell Business Park Barnstaple EX31 3TD 01271 375356 barnstaple@argyllvets.com Website 2.69 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Medivet East-The-Water (Witten Park Vets)
Unit 2B Alverdiscott Road Industrial Estate Bideford Devon EX39 4LQ 01237 422657 East.the.Water@medivet.co.uk Website 2.92 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Medivet Northam (Witten Park Vets)
Heywood Road Northam Devon EX39 3QA 01237 473278 northam@medivet.co.uk Website 3.53 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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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 3.82 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Sun	10:00	16:00

Local Dog Walks

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 3.28 miles

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Northam Burrows And Westward Ho!
S W Coast Path Northam 3.49 miles

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Saunton Sands
Miles And Miles Of Clean Sand And Clean Sea Water. Dogs Have Freedom To Run To Their Hearts Content S W Coast Path Braunton EX33 1LQ 6.30 miles Beach

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Baggy Point
A Circular Walk Along Both Sides Of Baggy Point And Over The Top Of The Headland, With Breathtaking Coastal, Sea And Farmland Views. The Walk Looks Out Onto Woolacombe Beach On The One Side, And Down To Croyde Beach On The Other. EX33 1PA 7.96 miles Take A361 From Barnstaple To Braunton. At Braunton Take B3231 To Croyde, Then Follow National Trust Brown Signs To Baggy Point.

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 14.08 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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Winkleigh Wood
Round Robin Walk Through Forestry Commission Land Bude Hill Winkleigh Lancashire EX19 8LD 15.98 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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