Welcome to Ide

Ide Devon is a small village located in the Teignbridge district of Devon, England. The village is situated on the eastern bank of the River Teign and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the 11th century when it was mentioned in the Domesday Book. The village has a population of around 1,000 people and is known for its picturesque setting and friendly community.

One of the main attractions in Ide Devon is the St. Ida's Church, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is dedicated to St. Ida, who was a 7th-century saint and is believed to have been a member of the royal family of Wessex. The church is a Grade II listed building and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and impressive architecture. The church is open to visitors and is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

Another popular attraction in Ide Devon is the nearby Haldon Forest Park. The park covers over 3,500 acres of woodland and is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, badgers, and foxes. The park has a range of activities for visitors to enjoy, including walking, cycling, and horse riding. There are also several picnic areas and a café where visitors can relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Overall, Ide Devon is a charming village with a rich history and plenty of attractions for visitors to enjoy.

Local Schools

School	Details
Ide Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Miss Alice Purcell	High Street Ide Exeter Devon EX2 9RN 1392259964 School Website
Barley Lane School Foundation Special School Ages:7-16 Head Teacher Mr David Jones	Barley Lane St Thomas Exeter Devon EX4 1TA 01392430774 School Website
Alphington Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Sharon Tarr	Wheatsheaf Way Alphington Exeter Devon EX2 8RQ 1392254291 School Website
West Exe School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Julie Fossey	Hatherleigh Road Exeter EX2 9JU 1392660100
The Outdoors School Other Independent Special School Ages:7-16 Head Teacher Mrs Robyn Vincent	Straw Barn Barton Lane Shillingford Abbot Exeter Devon EX2 9QQ 1392832632 School Website
Bowhill Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Joanna Dentith	Buddle Lane St Thomas Exeter Devon EX4 1JT 1392206585 School Website
West Exe Childrens Centre La Nursery School Ages:2-5 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Baker	Cowick Street Exeter Devon EX4 1HL 01392279361 School Website
Torlands Academy Academy Alternative Provision Converter Ages:5-16 Head Teacher Mrs Frances Harland	Merrivale Road St Thomas Exeter EX4 1PT 1392495437
Belong School Devon Other Independent School Ages:13-16 Head Teacher Mrs Roz Harman	138 Cowick Street Exeter EX4 1HS 3003035755 School Website
St Thomas Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Dan Jenkins	Union Street Exeter Devon EX2 9BB 1392276854 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Exeter St Thomas Cowick Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 1AJ 1.39 Miles

Exeter St Davids Bonhay Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4NT 2.04 Miles

Exeter Central Queen Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3SB 2.05 Miles

St James' Park Well Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 6QB 2.65 Miles

Digby And Sowton Digby Drive, Exeter, Devon, EX2 7AW 3.03 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
The Sowton And Topsham Cab Co 01392 879090 57 Beaufort Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 9AA 1.31 Miles
Travel Connections 01392 422422 57 Beaufort Rd, Exeter, Devon, EX2 9AA 1.31 Miles
Anthonys Cars 01392 203313 St Andrews Yard, Exeter, Devon, EX2 8EP 1.38 Miles
Alpha Taxis 01392 669669 Jasmine House, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3AZ 1.76 Miles
Gemini Taxis 01392 666666 50A-53A South Street, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1EE 1.80 Miles
Grecian Cabs 01392 203646 12 St. Leonards Av, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4DL 1.80 Miles
Tudor Taxis 07753 454329 252 Exwick Rd, Exeter, Devon, EX4 2BA 1.82 Miles
Capital Taxis 01392 433433 3 Isambard Parade, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4BX 1.98 Miles
Premier Private Hire 01392 427699 17 Old Bakery Cl, Exeter, Devon, EX4 2UZ 2.02 Miles
A1 Cars 01392 271888 54 Queen St, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3SR 2.02 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
High Street Ide No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ide Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Broadway Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Black Hat Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dorset Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Church Path Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Smithfield Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hatherleigh Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Barley Farm Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wardrew Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Aldens Estate No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Alphington Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Shillingford Abbot No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Ide Lane Surgery 01392 428900	Ide Lane Surgery Ide Lane, Alphington Exeter Devon EX2 8UP
St Thomas Medical Group 01392 676676	St Thomas Health Centre Cowick Street, St Thomas Exeter Devon EX4 1HJ
Exeter Headache Clinic 01392 676679	St Thomas Health Centre Cowick Street Exeter Devon EX4 1HJ
St Thomas Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	St Thomas Health Centre Cowick Street St Thomas Exeter EX4 1HJ
St Thomas Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	St Thomas Health Centre Cowick Street St Thomas Exeter EX4 1HJ

Local Stores

Exeter - Alphington Road
107 Alphington Road
Exeter
Devon
EX2 8JD
01392 459634
Store Website
0.69 miles

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SPAR Alphington
SPAR
30 Myrtle Close
Ide Lane, Alphington
Exeter
EX2 8UX
01392 258103
Store Website
1.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Cityvets (Exeter) Ltd
12 Lovelace Gardens Alphington Exeter Devon EX2 8XQ 01392 493 999 alphington@cityvets.co.uk Website 1.21 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Cityvets (Exeter) Ltd
101 Buddle Lane St. Thomas Exeter Devon EX4 1QS 01392 250000 buddle@cityvets.co.uk Website 1.36 miles
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St Davids Veterinary Group - Exeter
St Davids Veterinary Hospital St David'S Station Exeter Devon EX4 4NT 01392 271221 hospital@stdavidsvets.com Website 2.04 miles
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St Davids Veterinary Group - Exminster
St Davids Veterinary Clinic Shell House, Dawlish Road Exminster Exeter Devon EX6 8AA 01392 422898 exminster@stdavidsvets.com Website 2.61 miles
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Exeter Veterinary Surgery
302 Topsham Road Exeter Devon EX2 6HG 01392 491838 vets@exetervets.co.uk Website 2.67 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Cityvets (Exeter) Ltd
Rosary House 27 Fore Street Heavitree Exeter Devon EX1 2QJ 01392 250066 heavitree@cityvets.co.uk Website 2.69 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Exeter Canal
You Can Make This Walk As Long Or Short As You Like. We Parked For Free Just Off The A379 Bridge Road Then Walked Upstream Through The Fields To The Double Locks Pub. (Which Is Very Dog Friendly) 54 Bridge Rd Exeter Lancashire EX2 7BB 2.64 miles

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Haldon Forest Park
Haldon Forest Has Loads Of Walks And Cycle Trails, There’S Something For Everyone. There’S A Cafe, Cycle And Segway Hire. King'S Rd Exeter Lancashire EX6 7XR 3.50 miles

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Brampford Speke
Turn Left At Post Office In Stoke Canon And Go Over The Train Tracks. Free Parking. Follow Footpath Through The Fields, Past The Stream And Over Several Gates And Bridges. You Can Either Divert And Have A Drink In The Pub (Check Pub Times) Or Continue On The Footpath, Past The Old Train Stop And Follow The Signs For The Footpath. You Will Continue Through Open Fields, Past Another Stream And Through A Farm. You Will Finally Come To The Road, Turn Right And Follow It Until You Reach Your Car, Green Ln Lancashire 5.35 miles

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Mamhead Walk
Forest Walk - Long Or Short Mamhead 6.25 miles Lots Of Parking In Lots Of Places

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Tottiford Reservoir
My Dog Adores This Walk, Lots Of Water And Wooded Area To Run Around In. Can Get Rather Muddy In Wetter Times Of The Year. Tottiford Reservoir Lancashire 7.07 miles

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Killerton House
A National Trust House. Beare Ln Exeter Lancashire EX5 3LB 7.81 miles

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