Welcome to Rackenford

Rackenford is a small village located in the county of Devon, England. It is situated on the River Yeo and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the 11th century when it was mentioned in the Domesday Book. Today, Rackenford is a peaceful and picturesque village that attracts visitors from all over the world.

One of the main attractions in Rackenford is the St. Agatha's Church. This beautiful church dates back to the 13th century and is known for its stunning architecture and intricate stained glass windows. The church is also home to a number of historical artifacts, including a 15th-century font and a 17th-century pulpit. Visitors can take a guided tour of the church and learn about its fascinating history.

Another popular attraction in Rackenford is the local pub, The Stag Inn. This traditional English pub is known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, delicious food, and wide selection of local beers and ciders. The pub is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike, and is a great place to relax and unwind after a day of exploring the village and surrounding countryside. Overall, Rackenford is a charming and peaceful village that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and natural beauty of Devon.

Local Schools

School	Details
Rackenford Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Samantha Crook	Rackenford Tiverton Devon EX16 8DU 01884881354 School Website
Witheridge Church Of England Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Ian Thomas	Fore Street Witheridge Tiverton Devon EX16 8AH 1884860518 School Website
East Anstey Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Tim Gurney	East Anstey Tiverton Devon EX16 9JP 01398341369 School Website
East Worlington Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Michael Johnson	East Worlington Crediton Devon EX17 4TS 01884861722 School Website
Bolham Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Sarah Milne	Bolham Tiverton Devon EX16 7RA 1884253576 School Website
Bishops Nympton Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Timothy Gurney	Bishops Nympton South Molton Devon EX36 4PU 01769550387 School Website
Bampton Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lucilla Newman	School Close Bampton Tiverton Devon EX16 9NW 1398331121 School Website
Tiverton High School Foundation School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Sammy Crook	Bolham Road Tiverton Devon EX16 6SQ 01884256655 School Website
St Johns Catholic Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Robert Meech	Melbourne Street Tiverton Devon EX16 5LB 01884253630 School Website
Heathcoat Primary School Foundation School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Samantha Crook	Broad Lane Tiverton Devon EX16 5HE 01884252445 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Lapford Station Drive, Off A377, Lapford, Devon, EX17 6QU 9.99 Miles

Morchard Road Station Approach, Off A377, Near Down St Mary, Devon, EX17 5LR 10.28 Miles

Copplestone Station Approach, Copplestone, Devon, EX17 5NE 10.77 Miles

Eggesford Adjacent A377, Eggesford, Devon, EX18 7JZ 11.30 Miles

Crediton Station Approach, Crediton, Devon, EX17 3BY 11.61 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Tiverton Travelink 01884 257242 1/Brickhouse Cottages/Brickhouse Hill, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 6BQ 7.18 Miles
Castle Executive Travel 07976 144554 84 Brewin Road, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 5DP 7.20 Miles
A And T Taxis 07971 275322 20 Magnolia Ct, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 6UQ 7.37 Miles
Kiddy Cars 01884 243104 41 Carpenter Clo, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 5DU 7.37 Miles
Lizcabs 07899 903314 12, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 6DP 7.66 Miles
Jims Taxis 01884 250044 76 Queensway, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 6JQ 7.75 Miles
Devonshire Executive Cars 01884 253080 A/1 St. Aubyns Pk, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 4JG 8.08 Miles
A2b Taxis 01884 251252 9 Cromwell Pk, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 4QL 8.47 Miles
Adriens Private Hire 01769 573513 6 Spearfield Close, South Molton, Devon, EX36 4SE 9.42 Miles
South Molton Taxis Service Ltd 01769 573636 Dominick's Close/Parsonage La, South Molton, Devon, EX36 3AX 9.85 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Old Rackenford Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rackenford Manor Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Roach Hill Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Mudford Gate Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Knowstone Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Templeton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Apple Tree Close Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pantacridge Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Mid Devon Medical Practice 01884 860205	Witheridge Medical Centre Cannington Rd, Witheridge Tiverton Devon EX16 8EZ
Castle Place Practice 01884 252333	Castle Place Practice Kennedy Way Tiverton Devon EX16 6NP
Bampton Surgery	Barnhay Bampton Tiverton Devon EX16 9NB
Exmoor Medical Centre 01398 323333	Oldberry House Fishers Mead Dulverton Somerset TA22 9EN
Amicus Health 01884 252337	Clare House Surgery Newport Street Tiverton Devon EX16 6NJ

Local Stores

Dulverton
Doone House
Fore Street
Dulverton
Somerset
TA22 9EX
01398 323241
Store Website
7.23 miles

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SPAR Newton Square
4-6
Newton Square
Bampton
Tiverton
EX16 9NE
01398 331200
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

West Ridge Veterinary Practice Ltd
5 Chapple Road Witheridge Tiverton Devon EX16 8AS 01884 860236 3.70 miles

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St David'S Poultry Team Ltd
Unit 2, Trading Estate Station Road Bampton Tiverton Devon EX16 9NG 01392 872 932 6.98 miles
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Park Hill Veterinary Clinic
Unit 3 Harris Court Kennedy Way Tiverton Devon EX16 6RZ 01884 255336 parkhillveterinaryclinic@outlook.com Website 7.02 miles

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Dulverton Veterinary Practice
Dulverton Veterinary Centre Duckpaddle Dulverton Somerset TA22 9HJ 01398 323285 7.14 miles

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Market Veterinary Centre
The Surgery 2 Southley Road South Molton Devon EX36 4BL 01769 572176 info@marketvets.co.uk Website 9.74 miles
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Torbridge Veterinary Group
Horsepond Veterinary Centre Horsepond Meadow South Molton Devon EX36 4EJ 01769 572226 horsepond@torbridgegroup.co.uk Website 9.74 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Bridgetown Exton Somerset
This 7Km (4Mile) Walk Starts From The Entrance To The Exe Valley Caravan Park In Bridgetown (Grid Ref: Ss 923 332). It Takes You Along The River Exe And Then Up Over Farm Land Back To The Road. From Here You Can Either Repeat The Route Back To The Start Or Continue Looping Back Through Exton And Ending At The The Badger's Holt Pub In Bridgetown (Opened At 6Pm At The Time Of Walking). 9 Week Ln Dulverton Lancashire TA22 9JL 10.41 miles

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Eggesford Forest
A377 Chulmleigh Lancashire EX18 7LD 10.82 miles Marker Is At Entrance; Follow Track About A Third Of A Mile To Car Park

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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 12.12 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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Brampford Speke
Turn Left At Post Office In Stoke Canon And Go Over The Train Tracks. Free Parking. Follow Footpath Through The Fields, Past The Stream And Over Several Gates And Bridges. You Can Either Divert And Have A Drink In The Pub (Check Pub Times) Or Continue On The Footpath, Past The Old Train Stop And Follow The Signs For The Footpath. You Will Continue Through Open Fields, Past Another Stream And Through A Farm. You Will Finally Come To The Road, Turn Right And Follow It Until You Reach Your Car, Green Ln Lancashire 13.60 miles

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Killerton House
A National Trust House. Beare Ln Exeter Lancashire EX5 3LB 13.67 miles

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Winkleigh Wood
Round Robin Walk Through Forestry Commission Land Bude Hill Winkleigh Lancashire EX19 8LD 14.13 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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