Welcome to North Whilborough

North Whilborough is a small village located in the South Hams district of Devon, England. The village is situated on the eastern edge of Dartmoor National Park and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 300 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. The village is home to a number of historic buildings, including the 13th-century St Mary's Church, which is a Grade II listed building.

The village of North Whilborough has a rich history, dating back to the 11th century. The village was originally part of the manor of Torre, which was owned by the Bishop of Exeter. The village was later owned by the Whilborough family, who gave the village its name. The village has a number of historic buildings, including the 16th-century Whilborough Manor, which is a Grade II listed building. The village also has a number of traditional thatched cottages, which add to its charm and character.

North Whilborough is a popular destination for walkers and hikers, who come to explore the beautiful countryside surrounding the village. The village is located on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, which is home to some of the most stunning scenery in the UK. The park is also home to a number of rare and endangered species, including the Dartmoor pony and the cuckoo. The village is also close to a number of other popular tourist destinations, including the seaside town of Torquay and the historic city of Exeter.

Local Weather

Patchy rain nearby

Temp: 2.2°C

Feels Like: -1.7°C

Wind: 9.2 MPH

Wind Dir: WNW

Local Schools

School	Details
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
Shiphay Learning Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Kate Lee	Exe Hill Shiphay Torquay Devon TQ2 7NF 01803613556 School Website
Sherwell Valley Primary School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Cristy Nelson	Hawkins Avenue Torquay Devon TQ2 6ES 01803613296 School Website
Torquay Boys Grammar School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Pete Lawrence	Shiphay Manor Drive Torquay Devon TQ2 7EL 01803615501 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
Torquay Girls Grammar School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Dr Sarah Forster	30 Shiphay Lane Torquay Devon TQ2 7DY 01803613215 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
Queensway Catholic Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Amelia Harding	Queensway Chelston Torquay Devon TQ2 6DB 01803613095 School Website
Ipplepen Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Marcus West	Biltor Road Ipplepen Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 5QL 01803812226 School Website
The Burton Academy Academy Alternative Provision Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Steven Hulme	South Parks Road Torquay Devon TQ2 8JE 1803326330 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Torre Newton Road, Torre, Devon, TQ2 5DD 2.26 Miles

Newton Abbot Station Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2JE 2.81 Miles

Torquay Rathmore Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6NU 2.84 Miles

Paignton Station Square, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 5EF 3.84 Miles

Totnes Station Road, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5JR 5.53 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Torbay Trailer Hire 07917 773711 90 Shiphay Lane, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 7BZ 1.66 Miles
Asap Taxis 01803 614614 46 Hawkins Av, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6ER 1.80 Miles
The Low Cost Taxi Company 01803 214000 51 Leeward Lane, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 7GB 2.13 Miles
Elite Taxis 01803 209209 38 Thorne Park Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6RU 2.15 Miles
Torquay Taxis Ltd 01803 326007 Kingskerswell Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 8JT 2.18 Miles
Orchard Cars 01803 666732 Orchard Cottage/Five Lanes Rd, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 1NQ 2.20 Miles
Orcard Cars 01803 666732 Five Lanes Rd, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 1NQ 2.20 Miles
B Cabs Torquay 01803 690100 68 Leys Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6ED 2.21 Miles
D And L Taxis 01803 556606 30 Moor View, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 1PL 2.27 Miles
A M H Cars 01803 293888 105 Avenue Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5LH 2.35 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
North Whilborough Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Higher Huxnor Cross Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bickleigh Mill Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Yon Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Manor Drive Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Saint Marys Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Southey Drive Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Southey Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kingskerswell Post Office Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Stoneyhill Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Compton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Falmouth Close Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fluder Hill Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brookedor Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dainton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Kingskerswell & Ipplepen Med Practice 01803 874455	The Health Centre School Road,Kingskerswell Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 5DJ
Brunel Medical Practice (Shiphay) 01803 312233	13 Collaton Road Shiphay Torquay Devon TQ2 7HH
South Devon Bcsc 01803 614567	Torbay Hospital Newton Road Torquay TQ2 7AA
St. Andrews Medical Centre 01803 812621	Silver Street Ipplepen Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 5QA
The Barton Health Centre	Barton Hill Way Hele Torquay Devon TQ2 8JG

Local Stores

Kingskerswell
Fore Street
Kingskerswell
Kingskerswell
Devon
TQ12 5HT
01803 407423
Store Website
1.03 miles

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SPAR Shiphay
74 Cadewell Lane
Shiphay
Torquay
TQ2 7HP
Store Website
1.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Silverton Veterinary Practice Ltd
86 Cadewell Lane Torquay Devon TQ2 7HP 01803 614619 reception@silvertonvets.co.uk 1.51 miles

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Powderham Veterinary Group
Condor Way Torquay TQ2 7TG 01803 614 700 office@powderhamvetgroup.co.uk Website 1.61 miles
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The House Vet
2 Town Cottages Abbotskerswell Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 5NX 01626 353350 karen@thehousevet.co.uk Website 1.69 miles
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Torquay Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Bridge Retail Park Torquay Devon TQ2 7AP torquay@vets4pets.com 1.91 miles


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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 1.98 miles
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Quarry House Vets
148 Teignmouth Road Torquay Devon TQ1 4RY 01803 324341 quarryvets@gmail.com Website 2.60 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Cockington Country Park
Cockington Ln Torquay Lancashire TQ2 6XB 2.13 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 2.22 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).

Bakers Park/Bradley Manor
6 Totnes Rd Lancashire 2.92 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 2.99 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 5.88 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 7.13 miles Park In The Dittisham Car Park- Do Not Drive Down To The Key.

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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-5.8°C	-6°C	-5.5°C	-4.1°C	-6.3°C	-3.5°C	0.6°C	2.9°C	5.3°C	3.7°C	0.5°C	-0.9°C

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Feels Like	-1.7°C	-2.1°C	-2.3°C	-2.2°C	-1.9°C	-1.1°C	-0.1°C	0.9°C	1.1°C	0.7°C	1.1°C	4.7°C

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