Welcome to Ipplepen

Ipplepen is a small village located in the South Hams district of Devon, England. The village is situated on the A381 road, which connects the towns of Newton Abbot and Totnes. Ipplepen is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is a popular destination for tourists who enjoy walking, cycling, and exploring the local area.

The village has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age. In the 11th century, Ipplepen was recorded in the Domesday Book as a thriving agricultural community. Today, the village is home to a number of historic buildings, including the 14th-century St. Andrew's Church and the 16th-century Manor House. There are also several pubs, shops, and restaurants in the village, making it a popular destination for visitors.

Ipplepen is a close-knit community, with a range of local events and activities taking place throughout the year. These include the annual Ipplepen Carnival, which features a parade, live music, and a range of family-friendly activities. The village also has a number of sports clubs and societies, including a cricket club, a football club, and a gardening club. Overall, Ipplepen is a charming village with a rich history and a strong sense of community spirit.

Local Schools

School	Details
Ipplepen Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Marcus West	Biltor Road Ipplepen Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 5QL 01803812226 School Website
Denbury Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Jamie Stone	West Street Denbury Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 6DP 01803812583 School Website
Abbotskerswell Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Kevin Martin	Slade Lane Abbotskerswell Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 5NS 01626353605 School Website
Broadhempston Village Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jill Ryder	Broadhempston Totnes Devon TQ9 6BL 1803812689 School Website
Canada Hill Community Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Miss Delphine Knott	Abbotsridge Drive East Ogwell Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 6YS 01626335595 School Website
St Christophers School Other Independent School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Alexandra Cottell	Mount Barton Staverton Totnes Devon TQ9 6PF 01803762202 School Website
Marldon Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Martin Harding	Marldon Cross Hill Marldon Paignton Devon TQ3 1PD 01803557797 School Website
Decoy Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sally Herbert	Deer Park Road Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 1DH 01626353282 School Website
Bradley Barton Primary School And Nursery Unit Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Tom Page	Ogwell Mill Road Bradley Barton Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 1PR 01626203450 School Website
Kingskerswell Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Miller	Coffinswell Lane Kingskerswell Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 5HN 01803873398 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Newton Abbot Station Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2JE 3.26 Miles

Totnes Station Road, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5JR 4.29 Miles

Torre Newton Road, Torre, Devon, TQ2 5DD 4.32 Miles

Torquay Rathmore Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6NU 4.75 Miles

Paignton Station Square, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 5EF 5.06 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
West Country Executive Cars 01626 333888 Higherdown Gdns/Denbury Rd, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 6BZ 1.69 Miles
Ogwell Taxis 01626 332633 Higherdown Gardens/Denbury Rd, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 6BZ 1.69 Miles
Airport Connections 01626 336688 Higherdown Gdns/Denbury Rd, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 6BZ 1.69 Miles
Redz Taxis And Airport Transfer 01626 337670 15 Totnes Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 1LY 2.70 Miles
Redz Travel 01626 355555 15 Totness Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 1LY 2.70 Miles
Professional Cabs 01626 335151 14 Berrys Wood, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 1UP 2.85 Miles
1St Jubilee Taxis 01626 200330 11 Jubilee Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 1LB 2.94 Miles
Flytecars 01626 356380 28 Kiln Orchard, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 1PJ 2.95 Miles
Grafton Taxis 01626 360641 20 Grafton Rd, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 1JF 3.00 Miles
D And L Taxis 01803 556606 30 Moor View, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 1PL 3.06 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Apsley House No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Croft Road Ipplepen No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Saint Andrews No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Barnfield / Cook Drive No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Parkhill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dainton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Two Mile Oak No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Combe Fishacre No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stoneyhill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
South Street - Denbury No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Abbotskerswell Cross No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wilton Way No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bickleigh Mill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stoneman's Hill / Slade Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
St. Andrews Medical Centre 01803 812621	Silver Street Ipplepen Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 5QA
Kingskerswell & Ipplepen Med Practice 01803 874455	The Health Centre School Road,Kingskerswell Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 5DJ
Albany Surgery 01626 334411	Grace House Scott Close Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 1GJ
Albany Surgery - Newton Abbot - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Grace House Scott Close Newton Abbot TQ12 1GJ
Devon Square Surgery 01626 332182	Devon Square Surgery 44 Devon Square Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 2HH

Local Stores

Ipplepen
Fore Street
Ipplepen
Ipplepen
Devon
TQ12 5RH
01803 814236
Store Website
0.04 miles

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SPAR Totnes Road
Totnes Road
Ipplepen
Newton Abbot
TQ12 5TN
01803 813844
Store Website
0.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

South Devon Veterinary Hospital
The Old Cider Works Old Cider Works Lane Abbotskerswell Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 5GH 01626 367972 info@southdevonvets.co.uk Website 1.83 miles
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The House Vet
2 Town Cottages Abbotskerswell Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 5NX 01626 353350 karen@thehousevet.co.uk Website 1.85 miles
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Blackdown Equine Vets
The Old Dairy Shadrack Berry Pomeroy Totnes Devon TQ9 6LR 01626 824 600 office@blackdownequine.co.uk 2.36 miles

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Powderham Veterinary Group
7 Powderham Road Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 1EU 01626 365119 office@powderhamvetgroup.co.uk Website 3.05 miles
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Albany Vets
14 Albany Street Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 2AN 01626 368000 tracey@quarryhouse-vets.co.uk Website 3.34 miles
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Bay Vet Group
Unit 4 Hele Park Foxglove Close Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 1FQ 01626 247999 reception@bayvetgroup.co.uk Website 3.35 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Bakers Park/Bradley Manor
6 Totnes Rd Lancashire 2.73 miles

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Bradley Manor
Going To Try This Walk Today It's Local And It's Lovely. 56-60 East St Lancashire 3.16 miles

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Cockington Country Park
Cockington Ln Torquay Lancashire TQ2 6XB 3.92 miles Torquay

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Cockington Country Park
Enjoy The Meadow With Your Dog Or Stroll Around Some Of The Many Paths On This Beautiful Estate With Its Woodlands And Water Garden. This Walking Route Is A Little Over 3-Miles And Lets You Explore It All. TQ2 6XA 4.04 miles From Torquay Or Paignton Turn At The Livermead Hotel – Signposted ‘Cockington Country Park’ And Follow The Lane Into The Village, Where There Are Two Car Parks (Cycle Hub & Village).

Stover Country Park
A Lovely Walk Around Stover Lake And The Surrounding Woodland With Lots Of Marked Trails To Make Your Walk As Short Or As Long As You Like. Dogs Can Be Let Off The Lead But Must Be Kept Out Of The Lake. It Is Mostly Flat So Suitable For Wheelchairs And Pushchairs. Toilets Are Available Near The Carpark And There Is A Picnic Area Under The Trees. Carriage Dr Heathfield 5.27 miles

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Lower Dart Valley
This Is A 6.5 Mile Circular Walk Of The Lower Part Of The River Dart Estuary Starting At Dittisham. We Combined Our Walk With A Visit To The National Trust Owned Greenway House, The Summer Home Of Agatha Christie. If Parking Here, Follow The Route Anti-Clockwise, As It Is Important To Cross Using The Dittisham Ferry First As This Is The One That Stops Running First. Malvern Cottage Higher St Dittisham Dartmouth TQ6 0HT 7.42 miles Park In The Dittisham Car Park- Do Not Drive Down To The Key.

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