Welcome to Knightacott

Knightacott is a small village located in the county of Devon, England. It is situated in the North Devon district and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, making it an ideal place for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The village has a small population of around 100 people, and it is a close-knit community where everyone knows each other.

One of the main attractions of Knightacott is its stunning natural beauty. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and picturesque countryside. The area is perfect for hiking, cycling, and other outdoor activities. There are also several nature reserves and parks in the area, where visitors can enjoy the local flora and fauna. The village is also close to the coast, and there are several beaches and seaside towns within easy reach.

Despite its small size, Knightacott has a rich history and heritage. The village has several historic buildings and landmarks, including the 13th-century St. Mary's Church, which is a Grade II listed building. The village also has a number of traditional thatched cottages, which are a reminder of the area's rural past. Knightacott is a charming and peaceful village that offers visitors a glimpse into the traditional way of life in rural England.

Local Schools

School	Details
Bratton Fleming Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Lyn Brimson	Station Road Bratton Fleming Barnstaple Devon EX31 4SB 1598710337 School Website
Kentisbury Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jayne Peacock	Kentisbury Barnstaple Devon EX31 4NG 01271883263 School Website
Parracombe Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jayne Peacock	Parracombe Barnstaple Devon EX31 4QJ 01598763338 School Website
Brayford Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Ian Thomas	Brayford Barnstaple Devon EX32 7QJ 01598710345 School Website
Shirwell Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Simon Allen	School Lane Shirwell Barnstaple Devon EX31 4JT 01271850295 School Website
Goodleigh Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Grant	Goodleigh Barnstaple Devon EX32 7LU 01271342977 School Website
West Buckland School Other Independent School Ages:2-18 Head Teacher Mr Phillip Stapleton	West Buckland Barnstaple Devon EX32 0SX 01598760000 School Website
Orchard Vale Community School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Fiona Pearce	Westacott Road Whiddon Valley Barnstaple Devon EX32 8QY 01271375074 School Website
Swimbridge Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Angela Fleming	Barnstaple Hill Barnstaple Devon EX32 0PJ 01271830437 School Website
Marwood School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Alun Dobson	Whiddon Muddiford Barnstaple Devon EX31 4HF 01271850395 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Barnstaple Station Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 2AU 7.13 Miles

Chapelton (Devon) Station Lane, Chapelton, Devon, EX37 9DZ 9.39 Miles

Umberleigh Station Approach, Umberleigh, Devon, EX37 9AB 9.95 Miles

Portsmouth Arms Adjacent A377, Portsmouth Arms, Devon, EX37 9NB 12.60 Miles

Kings Nympton South Molton Road, Kings Nympton, Devon, EX37 9EU 13.80 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
M And M Taxis 01271 831331 The Firs, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 7PF 4.44 Miles
Mumms' Taxis 07773 344777 1 Longland Close, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 7NN 4.64 Miles
Moorland Private Hire 07968 864176 Woolhanger Lodge, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 4RF 4.89 Miles
Marks Minibus Travel 01271 883711 South Dene, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 0JN 5.71 Miles
Angel Carz 07779 756521 35 Gorwell Rd, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 7HS 6.11 Miles
Kevs Kabs 01271 376619 8 Woolbarn Lawn, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 8PQ 6.19 Miles
Boxers Taxis 07957 450170 41 Lethaby Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 7HQ 6.26 Miles
Happy Days Taxis 01271 324333 Forches Avenue, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 8EF 6.30 Miles
000 Taxi's 01271 323000 34 Charles Dart Cr, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 7ED 6.47 Miles
John's Taxis 01271 328383 20 Jordan Clo, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 9DN 6.50 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Benton Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stowford Cross Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bratton Fleming Village Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Loxhore School Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bratton Fleming Town Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Loxhore Town Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Porthill Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Blackmoor Gate Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lower Loxhore Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Loxhore Cottage Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Challacombe School Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Arlington Court Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Arlington Beccott Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stoke Rivers Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kentisbury Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Combe Martin	Castle Street Combe Martin Ilfracombe Devon EX34 0JA
Litchdon Medical Centre 01271 323443	Litchdon Medical Centre Landkey Road Barnstaple Devon EX32 9LL
Queen's Medical Centre 01271 372672	Queens Medical Centre 6/7 Queen Street Barnstaple Devon EX32 8HY
Brannam Medical Centre 01271 329004	Brannam Medical Centre Brannam Square, Kiln Lane Barnstaple North Devon EX32 8GP
Barnstaple Leisure - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Seven Brethren Bank Sticklepath Barnstaple EX31 2AP

Local Stores

Combe Martin
Castle Street
Combe Martin
Devon
EX34 0JE
01271 882791
Store Website
5.68 miles

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SPAR Whiddon Valley
5-6 Coppice Close
Westacott Road
Barnstaple
EX32 7RG
01271 267072
Store Website
6.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Charter Veterinary Hospital Group Ltd.
Bridge House Veterinary Surgery Pilton Bridge Barnstaple Devon EX31 1PG 01271 342119 info@chartervets.com Website 6.68 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Barnstaple Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit 3 Barnstaple Retail Park Station Road Barnstaple Devon EX31 2AU 01271 335 520 barnstaple@vets4pets.com Website 7.13 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 7.47 miles
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Animals Treated
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Argyll Veterinary Clinic
Unit 4 Brannam Crescent Roundswell Business Park Barnstaple EX31 3TD 01271 375356 barnstaple@argyllvets.com Website 8.44 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Charter Veterinary Hospital Group Ltd.
Charter Veterinary Hospital Charter Court Roundswell Business Park Barnstaple Devon EX31 3FG 01271 371115 info@chartervets.com Website 8.60 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 8.60 miles
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Animals Treated
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Fri	08:30	18:00
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Sat	09:00	16:00
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Sun	closed	closed
24 Hour Emergency Service

Local Dog Walks

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 12.87 miles Beach

Location what3words form.plant.flinches

Northam Burrows And Westward Ho!
S W Coast Path Northam 13.38 miles

Location what3words tentacles.configure.bandstand

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 13.65 miles Take A361 From Barnstaple To Braunton. At Braunton Take B3231 To Croyde, Then Follow National Trust Brown Signs To Baggy Point.

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 14.41 miles

Location what3words jugs.refrain.feelers

Dunkery Beacons
Beautiful Place To Walk. Takes You To The Highest Point In Exmoor National Park. Lots Of Moorland, Woodlands, Rivers And Patched Walks In Many Different Directions. The Views At The Top Are Stunning. There Is Livestock And Wildlife Around So It Is Best To Keep Your Dog On A Lead If They Will Chase Them. Unnamed Road Minehead Lancashire TA24 7AT 15.10 miles

Location what3words winemaker.hillside.receive

Dunkery Beacon
Dunkery Beacon Is The Highest Point On Exmoor. It's Well Pathed From A Number Of Side Of The Road Car Parit's A Remote, High Area, And Needs Good Footwear And Energetic Dogs. Be Prepared For The Weather To Change And It Be Colder Than You May Be Used To, Even In Summer. You'll Need Water For Both Yourself And The Dogs. Unnamed Road Lancashire 15.89 miles

Location what3words shallower.sand.fatigued

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