Welcome to Holyford

Holyford is a small village located in the East Devon district of Devon, England. The village is situated on the River Axe and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its stunning views and peaceful atmosphere, making it a popular destination for tourists looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

One of the main attractions in Holyford is the Holyford Woods Nature Reserve. The reserve covers over 50 acres of ancient woodland and is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, badgers, and foxes. The reserve is also home to a number of rare plant species, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and hikers. Visitors can explore the reserve on foot, following one of the many walking trails that wind through the woods.

Another popular attraction in Holyford is the village church, St. Andrew's. The church dates back to the 12th century and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and intricate carvings. The church is also home to a number of historic artifacts, including a 14th-century font and a 17th-century pulpit. Visitors can attend services at the church or simply admire its stunning architecture and rich history.

Local Weather

Freezing fog

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Local Schools

School Details
Colyton Grammar School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mrs Tim Harris
Whitwell Lane
Colyford
Colyton
Devon
EX24 6HN
01297552327
School Website
Seaton Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Ms Jenna Mccaffery
Valley View
Seaton
Devon
EX12 2HF
0 129720922
School Website
Colyton Primary Academy
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Aerfen Mills
The Butts
West Street
Colyton
Devon
EX24 6NU
1297552231
Beer Church Of England Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Miss Rebecca Porter
Mare Lane
Beer
Seaton
Devon
EX12 3NB
129720077
School Website
Musbury Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Clair Murrell
Church Hill
Musbury
Axminster
Devon
EX13 8BB
1297552687
School Website
Branscombe Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Katharine Gray
Branscombe
Seaton
Devon
EX12 3DA
01297680339
School Website
Shute Community Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Martin Marriott
Haddon Road
Shute
Axminster
Devon
EX13 7QR
0 129733348
School Website
Kilmington Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Lee White
School Lane
Kilmington
Axminster
Devon
EX13 7RG
0 129732762
School Website
Farway Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Katie Gray
Church Green
Farway
Colyton
Devon
EX24 6EQ
01404871239
School Website
Offwell Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Lorna Legg
Offwell
Honiton
Devon
EX14 9SA
01404831417
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Axminster
Station Yard, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5PF
5.23 Miles
Honiton
Church Hill, Honiton, Devon, EX14 2DA
6.64 Miles
Feniton
Feniton, Devon, Devon, EX14 3BT
9.72 Miles
Whimple
Station Road, Whimple, Devon, EX5 2QH
12.12 Miles
Cranbrook
Burrough Fields, Cranbrook, Devon, EX5 2DY
14.46 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Seaton Taxis
01297 24666
21 Roman Way, Seaton, Devon, EX12 2NT
0.90 Miles
Colyton Cabs
07821 640811
47 Courtenay Drive, Colyton, Devon, EX24 6QA
1.12 Miles
Pete's Taxis Seaton
01297 20038
6 Cross Street, Seaton, Devon, EX12 2LH
1.46 Miles
A To B Taxis Axminster
01297 33900
22 Kirby Close, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5JA
5.37 Miles
Axminster Cabs Ltd
01297 34000
43 Victoria Place, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5NQ
5.54 Miles
Axminster Taxis
01297 34000
43 Victoria Place, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5NQ
5.54 Miles
Orchard Taxis
01395 578883
15 Orchard Cl, Sidmouth, Devon, EX10 9RF
6.37 Miles
Paynes Premier Travel
01297 35895
3 Weycroft Avenue, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5HU
6.38 Miles
Aa Taxis
01395 512538
76 Malden Rd, Sidmouth, Devon, EX10 9NA
6.54 Miles
Millstream Taxis
01404 45825
51 Whitebridges, Honiton, Devon, EX14 2RR
6.71 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

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Poplar Tree
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Primrose Way
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Fairview
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Seaton Down Hill
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Upper Harepath Road
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Scalwell Lane
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Ridgeway
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Colyford Post Office
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Lydgates Road
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Powell Close
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Broad Close
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Colyvale Road
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Shells Lane
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Newlands Park
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Seaton & Colyton Medical Practice
01297 20877
Seaton & Colyton Med.Prac
148 Harepath Road
Seaton
Devon
EX12 2DU
Seaton - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Seaton & District Community Hospita
Valley View Road
Seaton
EX12 2UU
Townsend House Medical Centre
Seaton & District Community Ho
Valley View Road
Seaton
Devon
EX12 2UU
Seaton - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
Seaton & District Community Hospita
Valley View Road
Seaton
EX12 2UU
Townsend House Medical Centre
01297 20616
Townsend House
49 Harepath Road
Seaton
Devon
EX12 2RY
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Local Stores

Axminster
West Street
Axminster
Devon
EX13 5PA
01297 35224
shop.4596@coop.co.uk
Store Website
5.44 miles
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SPAR Seaton
42-44 Harepath Road
Seaton
EX12 2RU
01297 23905
Store Website
1.3 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Coombefield Seaton Branch Surgery
Manor Road
Seaton
Devon
EX12 2AQ
01297 24896
1.36 miles
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Jurassic Vets - Colyton
Rosemary Lane
Colyton
Devon
EX24 6LS
01395 208620
contact@jurassicvets.com
Website
1.47 miles
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Blackdown Farm Vets Ltd
Dalwood Hill Nursery
Burrow Knap Way
Dalwood
Devon
EX13 7ES
01404 819150
hello@BlackdownFarm.Vet
Website
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Our Out of Hours response is provided by our own Vets.
Synergy Farm Health Ltd
Summerleaze Farm
Gammonds Hill
Kilmington
Axminster
Devon
EX13 7RA
01935 83682
office@synergyfarmhealth.com
Website
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Summerleaze Vets Ltd
Summerleaze Farm
Gammons Hill
Kilmington
Axminster
Devon
EX13 7RA
01297 304007
summerleaze@summerleaze-vets.co.uk
Website
4.54 miles
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Open at weekends

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Coombefield Veterinary Hospital
Coombe Lane
Axminster
Devon
EX13 5AX
01297 630500
reception@axvets.co.uk
Website
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Open at weekends

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Local Dog Walks

Otterton Circuit
A Walk With A Great Mixture Of Landscapes And Views In South East Devon. About 5 Miles Along The Beautiful River Otter And Then Along The Coast Path And Back To Otterton For Afternoon Tea.
7 Fore St
Otterton
10.48 miles

Walk Past The Mill To Join The River Path.
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Langdon Hill / Woods
A Great Circular Walk With Some Gentle Inclines And Stunning Views. Generally A Mud-Free(Ish) Walk. Also Gateway To The Highest Point On The South Coast - Golden Cap. A Definite 'Must Walk' As It Is Breathtaking Up There. Keep Dogs On Leads At The Top Of The Cliff As There Have Been A Few Canine Deaths Where The Dog Has Chased A Seagull Over The Edge. :(
Langdon Ln
Lancashire
11.10 miles

From Bridport Head Up The A35 Towards Lyme Regis. As Soon As You Leave Village Of Chideock You Start To Climb Hill (Dual Carriageway Section). Stay In Left Hand Lane When You Reach The Top, Turn Left Before The Layby. Left Again And Along Badly Maintained Lane. At The End (A Few Hundred Yards) Turn Right And That Leads Straight Into The Car Park. Watch The Speed Humps They Are Vicious!
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Langdon Hill
A Circular Woodland Walk With Spectacular Views And Wildlife.
DT6 6JW
11.55 miles

From Bridport Drive Through Chideock Village On The A35, At The Top Of The Hill Take The Next Left Into The Lane.
West Bay To Charmouth
Follow The Coast Path To Charmouth (About 14Km). The Route Is Very Hilly And Takes You Up Golden Cap, The Highest Point On The South Coast. There Are A Number To Points Where The Path Dips Down To A Small Settlement Where You Can Gain Refreshments, Finish The Walk Or Treat It As A Position To Turn Back From.
The Chapel On The Beach
W Bay Rd
West Bay
Bridport
DT6 4EN
14.30 miles

Start From West Bay (What3words: ///Officials.Bunkers.Commander), Where There Is Pay And Display Parking And Plenty Of Cafes To Top-Up The Caffeine Before Setting Out.
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Exmouth Seafront
Esplanade
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