Welcome to Rockford

Rockford Devon is a small village located in the county of Devon, England. It is situated on the banks of the River Exe and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the 11th century when it was first mentioned in the Domesday Book. Today, Rockford Devon is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors from all over the world who come to enjoy its natural beauty and explore its many historic sites.

One of the most popular attractions in Rockford Devon is the Church of St. Mary the Virgin. This beautiful church dates back to the 12th century and is known for its stunning architecture and intricate stained glass windows. Visitors can take a guided tour of the church and learn about its history and significance to the local community. The church is also a popular venue for weddings and other special events.

Another popular attraction in Rockford Devon is the River Exe. This beautiful river is a haven for wildlife and is home to a variety of fish, birds, and other animals. Visitors can take a leisurely stroll along the riverbank, go fishing, or even take a boat tour to explore the river and its surroundings. The River Exe is also a popular spot for water sports such as kayaking and paddleboarding, making it a great destination for adventure seekers.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 6.5°C

Feels Like: 4.2°C

Wind: 7.2 MPH

Wind Dir: SE

Local Schools

School Details
Lynton Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Jayne Peacock
Market Street
Lynton
Devon
EX35 6AF
01598753309
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
St Dubricius Church Of England Va School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-9
Head Teacher
Mr Hannah Sparks
Parsons Street
Porlock
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 8QJ
01643862249
School Website
Exford Church Of England First School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Naomi Philp
Exford
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 7PP
01643831365
School Website
Kentisbury Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Jayne Peacock
Kentisbury
Barnstaple
Devon
EX31 4NG
01271883263
School Website
Brayford Academy
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Ian Thomas
Brayford
Barnstaple
Devon
EX32 7QJ
01598710345
School Website
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
Blackford Education (Schools) Ltd T/A The Libra School
Other Independent Special School
Ages:5-18
Head Teacher
Mrs Kirsty Crosby
Edgemoor Court
South Radworthy
South Molton
Devon
EX36 3LN
1598740044
School Website
Combe Martin Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Dee Seddon
Hangman Path
Combe Martin
Ilfracombe
Devon
EX34 0DF
1271883226
School Website
North Molton Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Angela Fernyhough
Fore Street
North Molton
South Molton
Devon
EX36 3HL
1598740343
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Barnstaple
Station Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 2AU
15.57 Miles
Chapelton (Devon)
Station Lane, Chapelton, Devon, EX37 9DZ
17.42 Miles
Umberleigh
Station Approach, Umberleigh, Devon, EX37 9AB
17.43 Miles
Llantwit Major
Llanmaes Road, Llantwit Major, Vale Of Glamorgan, CF61 1ST
18.65 Miles
Portsmouth Arms
Adjacent A377, Portsmouth Arms, Devon, EX37 9NB
19.55 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Carols
01598 753501
26 Watersmeet Rd, Lynton, Devon, EX35 6EP
2.18 Miles
Lyn Valley Taxi
01598 753800
4 Park Street, Lynton, Devon, EX35 6BY
2.63 Miles
Moorland Private Hire
07968 864176
Woolhanger Lodge, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 4RF
3.87 Miles
Porlock Taxis
01643 862739
Western Cottage, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8PD
6.64 Miles
1St Call Exmoor Taxis
07826 212511
26 Bay Road, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8NJ
8.13 Miles
Marks Minibus Travel
01271 883711
South Dene, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 0JN
10.44 Miles
Winsford Hire
01643 851232
Fairfield, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 7JE
12.25 Miles
Grab A Cab
01643 703376
1 Abbots Way, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8UF
12.41 Miles
Gemini Taxis
01643 705555
16 Whitworth Road, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8ED
12.46 Miles
A C Taxis
01643 707172
11 Periton Way, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8AH
12.60 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Rockford Brendon
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Brendon School
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Old Brendon Post Office Brendon
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Hillsford Bridge
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Bridge Ball
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Blue Ball Countisbury
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West Lyn Barbrook
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Tors Road
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Malmsmead
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Lynbridge
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Old Lynmouth Post Office
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Old Station Church Hill
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Crown Hotel
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Church Steps
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Old Barbrook Post Office
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Lynton Health Centre
01598 753226
The Health Centre
Burvill Street
Lynton
Devon
EX35 6HA
Porlock Medical Centre
Porlock
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 8PJ
Combe Martin
Castle Street
Combe Martin
Ilfracombe
Devon
EX34 0JA
Minehead Medical Centre
01643 703441
2 Irnham Road
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 5DL
South Molton Medical Centre
01769 573101
South Molton Medical Ctr
9-10 East Street
South Molton
Devon
EX36 3BZ
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Local Stores

Combe Martin
Castle Street
Combe Martin
Devon
EX34 0JE
01271 882791
Store Website
10.43 miles
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SPAR Porlock
High Street
Porlock
TA24 8PU
01643 862515
Store Website
8.0 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Molecare Veterinary Services
Pathfields Business Park
South Molton
Devon
EX36 3LH
01769 575618
south.molton@molecarefarmvets.com
13.20 miles
Amenities
Disabled public access

Client car park

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Glenmore House Veterinary Surgery
26 Glenmore Road
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 5BH
01643 703175
13.56 miles
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Cats

Dogs

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White Lodge Veterinary Clinic Ltd
Stephenson Road
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 5EB
01643 703649
info@whitelodgevetclinic.co.uk
Website
13.84 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Market Veterinary Centre
The Surgery
2 Southley Road
South Molton
Devon
EX36 4BL
01769 572176
info@marketvets.co.uk
Website
13.90 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Birds

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Cats

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Deer

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Equines

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Torbridge Veterinary Group
Horsepond Veterinary Centre
Horsepond Meadow
South Molton
Devon
EX36 4EJ
01769 572226
horsepond@torbridgegroup.co.uk
Website
14.14 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

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White Lodge Equine And Farm Clinic Ltd
Ellicombe Farm
Ellicombe
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 6TP
01643 703649
farm@whitelodgeclinic.co.uk
Website
14.36 miles
Animals Treated
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Cattle

Equines

Pigs

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Local Dog Walks

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.
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Minehead
Lancashire
TA24 7AT
9.23 miles

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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
9.85 miles

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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
13.74 miles

Location
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Dunster
A Circular Walk Through The Village Of Dunster. Set Between The Foothills Of Exmoor National Park And The Somerset Coast.
TA24 6SE
14.88 miles

Located Around 40 Minutes From M5 Junction 23 (Bridgwater), On The A39, Just Before Minehead.
Dunster Beach
Beach Walk With Parking - You Can Walk Either To Blue Anchor Bay One Way (Driftwood Cafe Is Dog Friendly) And Minehead The Other Or Just Stay And Play On This Massive Beach When The Tide Is Out. There Is Also A Beach Cafe On The Dunster Beach Site And Food Kiosk In The Public Car Park. The Cafe Has Dog Water Bowls Outside, The Whole Of The Beach Site Has Dog Waste Bins And Sits On The South West Coastal Path. Dogs Have To Be Kept On A Lead On The Site Area, But Can Be Off The Lead Below The High Tide Line.
Dunster Beach Shop
Dunster Beach Chalets
Dunster
Minehead
TA24 6TH
15.22 miles

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Nash Point
Private Beach, Just £3.00 To Park With Cafe.
Marcross
16.26 miles

Car Park £3.00 For The Day But I Camped Overnight For £15. There Is A Cafe With Rude Grumpy Owners. Views From Clift Top. Walk Down Onto Beach Which Is Rocky At The Start But When Tide Is Out There Is A Long Sandy Stretch Under The Cliffs. There Are A Couple Of Loops Out Along The Clifts And Back Round To The Car Park - Some Very Large Styles That You Would Have To Lift Dogs Over.
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