Welcome to Murchington

Murchington is a small village located in the county of Devon, England. It is situated in the Dartmoor National Park, which is known for its rugged landscapes and stunning natural beauty. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and dense forests, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

One of the main attractions of Murchington is its historic church, St. Mary's. The church dates back to the 13th century and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and intricate carvings. Visitors can also explore the nearby Murchington Court, a grand manor house that was built in the 16th century. The house is now a private residence, but its stunning architecture and beautiful gardens can still be admired from afar.

For those who enjoy outdoor activities, Murchington offers plenty of opportunities for hiking, cycling, and horseback riding. The village is located near several popular trails, including the Two Moors Way and the Tarka Trail. Visitors can also explore the nearby Dartmoor National Park, which is home to a variety of wildlife, including wild ponies, deer, and birds of prey. Overall, Murchington is a charming village that offers a unique blend of history, natural beauty, and outdoor adventure.

Local Schools

School	Details
Chagford Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Ed Finch	Lower Street Chagford Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 8BZ 1647432412 School Website
South Tawton Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Marvin	Tawton Lane South Zeal Okehampton Devon EX20 2LG 1837840242 School Website
Running Deer School Other Independent Special School Ages:8-16 Head Teacher Mr Nicholas Hurst	Butterdon Wood Willingstone Moretonhampstead TQ13 8PY 1647279328 School Website
Moretonhampstead Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Alexandra Waterman	Betton Way Moretonhampstead Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 8NA 01647440482 School Website
Spreyton School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Steve Mellor	Spreyton Crediton Devon EX17 5AJ 01647231321 School Website
Cheriton Bishop Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Robin Scott	Church Lane Cheriton Bishop Exeter Devon EX6 6HY 164724817 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
Okehampton College Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Principal Andrew Sweeney	Mill Road Okehampton Devon EX20 1PW 1837650910 School Website
The Promise School Free Schools Special Ages:4-16 Head Teacher Ms Lisa Paton	Mill Road Okehampton EX20 1PW 1837510337 School Website
Widecombe In The Moor Primary Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Anthony Arnold	Widecombe-In-The-Moor Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 7TB 01364621261 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Okehampton Station Road, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1EJ 7.02 Miles

Yeoford Station Approach, Yeoford, Devon, EX17 5JB 8.87 Miles

Copplestone Station Approach, Copplestone, Devon, EX17 5NE 10.40 Miles

Morchard Road Station Approach, Off A377, Near Down St Mary, Devon, EX17 5LR 11.13 Miles

Crediton Station Approach, Crediton, Devon, EX17 3BY 11.75 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
R S Taxis 01647 279008 3 Exeter Road, North Tawton, Devon, EX20 2QT 2.76 Miles
Cruz Chauffeur Cars 01647 281196 Puddicombe House, Exeter, Devon, EX6 6RD 3.08 Miles
Eds Taxis 01837 318407 10 Row Tor Close, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1TE 6.94 Miles
Diamond Taxis 01837 53054 24 North Street, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1AR 7.53 Miles
Oak's Taxis 01837 55025 2 Domehayes Ter, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1JN 7.56 Miles
Nigels Taxi Cab 01837 52010 70 Moyses Meadow, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1JY 7.56 Miles
Ed's Taxis 07802 372964 7 Macey Ferrace North Road, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1BJ 7.59 Miles
Okehampton Taxis 01837 53555 Market St, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1HN 7.59 Miles
Smartway Taxi 01837 880055 3/Victoria Cottages, North Tawton, Devon, EX20 2DF 8.57 Miles
Galaxy Travel 2000 01837 82005 Church House, North Tawton, Devon, EX20 2SY 8.71 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Murchington No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Higher Factory No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Waye Barton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gidleigh No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chagford Post Office Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Chagford Square Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Thorn No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Crossways No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
New Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wonson Head No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Moortown No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Chagford Health Centre 01647 433320	The Health Centre Chagford Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 8BW
Moretonhampstead Health Centre 01647 440591	The Health Centre Embleford Crescent Newton Abbott Devon TQ13 8LW
Cheriton Bishop Surgery 01647 24272	The Surgery Cheriton Bishop Exeter Devon EX6 6JA
Okehampton Medical Centre 01837 52233	Okehampton Medical Centre East Street Okehampton Devon EX20 1AY
Okehampton Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	East Street Okehampton EX20 1AY

Local Stores

Moretonhampstead
Court Street
Moretonhampstead
Mortonhampstead
Devon
TQ13 8NE
01647 440253
Store Website
4.33 miles

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SPAR Chagford
46- 48 The Square
Chagford
TQ13 8AB
01647 432207
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Okeford Veterinary Centre - Chagford
The Old Exchange Chagford Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 8BZ 01647 432488 info@okefordvets.co.uk Website 1.09 miles
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Devon Equine Vets Ltd
Moorlands Whiddon Down Okehampton Devon EX20 2QL 01647 231246 info@devon-equine-vets.com Website 2.63 miles

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Moorgate Veterinary Group
31 Court Street Moretonhampstead Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 8LG 01647 440441 moorgatevets@btconnect.com Website 4.26 miles
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Equus Vets
Cranmere Road Exeter Road Industrial Estate Okehampton Devon EX20 1UE 01837 214004 info@equusvets.co.uk Website 6.93 miles

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North Park Veterinary Group
Unit 1 Cranmere Road Exeter Indistrial Estate Okehampton Devon EX20 1UE 01837 658777 info@northparkvets.co.uk Website 6.93 miles
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Phoenix Equine
Middle Mapstone Farm Mapstone Hill Lustleigh Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 9SE 01626 336538 devonhorsedoctor@gmail.com Website 7.06 miles


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Local Dog Walks

Fingle Bridge
Fingle Bridge Exeter Lancashire EX6 6PW 3.67 miles Follow The Signs From The Square In Drewsteignton

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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 8.34 miles

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Parke Bovey Tracey
B3387 Lancashire 9.55 miles

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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 12.29 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 12.43 miles

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Winkleigh Wood
Round Robin Walk Through Forestry Commission Land Bude Hill Winkleigh Lancashire EX19 8LD 12.51 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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