Welcome to Monkokehampton

Monkokehampton is a small village located in the county of Devon, England. The village is situated on the banks of the River Okement and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its picturesque scenery and is a popular destination for tourists who want to experience the natural beauty of Devon.

One of the main attractions of Monkokehampton is the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is a beautiful example of medieval architecture and is known for its stunning stained glass windows. The church is also home to a number of historic artifacts, including a 15th-century font and a 17th-century pulpit.

Monkokehampton is also home to a number of walking trails that offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The village is located on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, which is known for its rugged landscapes and wild ponies. Visitors can explore the park on foot or by bike, and there are a number of guided tours available for those who want to learn more about the area's history and wildlife. Overall, Monkokehampton is a charming village that offers visitors a chance to experience the natural beauty of Devon in a peaceful and relaxing setting.

Local Weather

Cloudy

Temp: 8.1°C

Feels Like: 4.8°C

Wind: 13.6 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Exbourne Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Tara Penny	Exbourne Okehampton Devon EX20 3SQ 1837851205 School Website
Hatherleigh Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Alan Monger	South Street Hatherleigh Okehampton Devon EX20 3JB 01837810248 School Website
Winkleigh Primary School Foundation School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Victoria Fenemore	Farmer Frank's Lane Winkleigh Devon EX19 8JQ 0 183783354 School Website
Acorn School Other Independent Special School Ages:8-16 Head Teacher Ms Zoey Shelley	Seckington Cross Winkleigh Devon Winkleigh Devon EX19 8EY 3301358201 School Website
Dolton Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Samantha Drew	The Square Dolton Winkleigh Devon EX19 8QF 1805804315 School Website
The Clinton Church Of England Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Samantha Drew	Merton Okehampton Devon EX20 3EQ 1805603357 School Website
North Tawton Community Primary School And Nursery Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Miss Tara Penny	Exeter Street North Tawton Devon EX20 2HB 183782284 School Website
Highampton Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jo Luxford	Highampton Beaworthy Devon EX21 5LE 1409231339 School Website
St James Church Of England Primary And Nursery School Free Schools Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Suzie Stevens	Fort Road Off Crediton Road Okehampton Devon EX20 1GJ 183752341 School Website
Beaford Community Primary & Nursery School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Ian Thomas	Beaford Winkleigh Devon EX19 8LJ 1805603263 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Okehampton Station Road, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1EJ 6.88 Miles

Eggesford Adjacent A377, Eggesford, Devon, EX18 7JZ 7.26 Miles

Kings Nympton South Molton Road, Kings Nympton, Devon, EX37 9EU 8.78 Miles

Portsmouth Arms Adjacent A377, Portsmouth Arms, Devon, EX37 9NB 8.91 Miles

Lapford Station Drive, Off A377, Lapford, Devon, EX17 6QU 8.93 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Galaxy Travel 2000 01837 82005 Church House, North Tawton, Devon, EX20 2SY 4.06 Miles
Smartway Taxi 01837 880055 3/Victoria Cottages, North Tawton, Devon, EX20 2DF 5.52 Miles
Ed's Taxis 07802 372964 7 Macey Ferrace North Road, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1BJ 6.14 Miles
Diamond Taxis 01837 53054 24 North Street, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1AR 6.33 Miles
Okehampton Taxis 01837 53555 Market St, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1HN 6.38 Miles
Oak's Taxis 01837 55025 2 Domehayes Ter, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1JN 6.44 Miles
Eds Taxis 01837 318407 10 Row Tor Close, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1TE 6.46 Miles
Nigels Taxi Cab 01837 52010 70 Moyses Meadow, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1JY 6.63 Miles
Chulmleigh And Witheridge Taxi 07922 131473 Simmons Farm &Amp; Holidays, Umberleigh, Devon, EX37 9NU 9.76 Miles
R And D Travel 01805 622707 33 Dartington Fields, Great Torrington, Devon, EX38 7DL 10.14 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Old Monkokehampton Post Office Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Week Moor Gate Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stickwell Corner Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Barwick Cross Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ingleigh Green Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Iddesleigh Village Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dunsland Court Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Jacobstowe Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Exbourne Village Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Park Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Four Ways Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
High Street Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Oakfield Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Exbourne Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Hatherleigh Medical Centre	Bridge Street Hatherleigh Okehampton EX20 3HZ
Winkleigh Surgery 01769 580269	15 Southerhay Winkleigh Devon EX19 8JH
North Tawton Medical Practice	Essington North Tawton Devon EX20 2EX
Okehampton Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	East Street Okehampton EX20 1AY
Okehampton Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	East Street Okehampton EX20 1AY

Local Stores

Hatherleigh
24 Bridge Street
Hatherleigh
Okehampton
Devon
EX20 3HY
01837 810249
Store Website
2.67 miles

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SPAR Church Street
Church Street
Dolton
Winkleigh
EX19 8QE
01805 804205
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Equus Vets
Bridge Street Hatherleigh Okehampton Devon EX20 3JA 01837 214004 info@equusvets.co.uk Website 2.70 miles

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North Park Veterinary Group Limited
The Bridge Hatherleigh Okehampton Devon EX20 3JA info@northparkvets.co.uk Website 2.70 miles

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West Ridge Veterinary Practice Winkleigh
Seckington Cross Winkleigh Devon EX19 8EY 01837 83240 lab@westridgevets.co.uk Website 3.39 miles

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North Park Veterinary Group
64 Fore Street North Tawton Devon EX20 2DT 01837 82327 info@northparkvets.co.uk Website 5.44 miles
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Equus Vets
64 Fore Street North Tawton Devon EX20 2DT 01837 214004 info@equusvets.co.uk Website 5.44 miles

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Equus Vets
Cranmere Road Exeter Road Industrial Estate Okehampton Devon EX20 1UE 01837 214004 info@equusvets.co.uk Website 6.28 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Winkleigh Wood
Round Robin Walk Through Forestry Commission Land Bude Hill Winkleigh Lancashire EX19 8LD 4.34 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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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 6.91 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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Eggesford Forest
A377 Chulmleigh Lancashire EX18 7LD 7.63 miles Marker Is At Entrance; Follow Track About A Third Of A Mile To Car Park

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Fingle Bridge
Fingle Bridge Exeter Lancashire EX6 6PW 13.89 miles Follow The Signs From The Square In Drewsteignton

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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 14.98 miles

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Northam Burrows And Westward Ho!
S W Coast Path Northam 18.07 miles

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Weather Forecast

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Temp	-0.3°C	-0.5°C	-0.7°C	-1.4°C	-2.4°C	-3.9°C	-5.7°C	-7.4°C	-8.5°C	-9.2°C	-10.6°C	-12°C
Feels Like	-4.2°C	-4.3°C	-4.6°C	-5.5°C	-7.4°C	-9.7°C	-11.8°C	-14.1°C	-16.2°C	-16.9°C	-19.1°C	-20.7°C

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	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-13.1°C	-13.6°C	-14.1°C	-14.8°C	-13.4°C	-11.7°C	-9.5°C	-7.5°C	-6.7°C	-7.1°C	-8.5°C	-9.5°C
Feels Like	-22°C	-22°C	-22.1°C	-22.2°C	-21.2°C	-18.9°C	-15.1°C	-11.8°C	-9.6°C	-10°C	-12.7°C	-14.8°C

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Temp	-9.7°C	-8.7°C	-8°C	-8°C	-6.6°C	-3.5°C	0.8°C	3.9°C	4.4°C	2.7°C	0.5°C	-5.1°C
Feels Like	-15.6°C	-15.1°C	-14.9°C	-15.3°C	-14°C	-10.4°C	-5.1°C	-0.9°C	0.5°C	-0.7°C	-3°C	-9.8°C

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