Welcome to Sowton

Sowton is a small village located in the county of Devon, England. It is situated on the outskirts of the city of Exeter and is known for its beautiful countryside and peaceful atmosphere. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and fields, making it an ideal location for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding.

One of the main attractions in Sowton is the Sowton Mill, which dates back to the 18th century. The mill was once used to grind corn and wheat, but today it has been converted into a luxury hotel and restaurant. The mill is surrounded by beautiful gardens and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Visitors can enjoy a meal in the restaurant or stay overnight in one of the hotel's luxurious rooms.

Another popular attraction in Sowton is the St. Michael and All Angels Church, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and impressive architecture. Visitors can attend services or simply admire the beauty of the church's interior. Overall, Sowton is a charming village that offers visitors a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Local Schools

School	Details
Clyst St Mary Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Louise Herbert	Clyst St Mary Exeter Devon EX5 1BG 01392874583 School Website
Ellen Tinkham School Foundation Special School Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Mrs Nikki Burroughs	Hollow Lane Pinhoe Exeter Devon EX1 3RW 01392467168 School Website
Stansfield Academy Academy Alternative Provision Sponsor Led Ages:4-16 Head Teacher Mrs Tessa Claridge	Falcon Road Exeter Devon EX2 7LB 1392445446 School Website
Monkerton Community Primary School Free Schools Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Jonathan Bishop	Sestertius Road Monkerton Exeter Devon EX1 3WS 1392303040
St Luke's Church Of England School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Miss Kealey Sherwood	Harts Lane Exeter Devon EX1 3RD 1392204600 School Website
St Peters Church Of England Aided School Voluntary Aided School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Phil Randall	Quarry Lane Heavitree Exeter Devon EX2 5AP 01392204764 School Website
St Nicholas Catholic Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Cathy Blatchford	Ringswell Avenue Exeter Devon EX1 3EG 01392445403 School Website
Clyst Heath Nursery And Community Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Pattison	Royal Crescent Clyst Heath Exeter Devon EX2 7QT 01392361415 School Website
Pinhoe Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher J Metcalf	Harrington Lane Pinhoe Exeter Devon EX4 8PE 01392467984 School Website
Westclyst Community Primary School Free Schools Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Jonathan Bishop	Maddick Road Westclyst Exeter Devon EX1 3YG 1392304040 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Pinhoe Station Road, Pinhoe, Devon, EX1 3SE 1.22 Miles

Newcourt Liberty Way, Exeter, Devon, EX2 7AS 1.72 Miles

Cranbrook Burrough Fields, Cranbrook, Devon, EX5 2DY 2.10 Miles

Polsloe Bridge Pinhoe Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 8AB 2.24 Miles

Digby And Sowton Digby Drive, Exeter, Devon, EX2 7AW 2.34 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Jays Cars 01392 640001 1 Emperor Way, Exeter, Devon, EX1 3QS 0.96 Miles
Corporate Cars 01395 233728 Exeter International Airport, Exeter, Devon, EX5 2BD 1.55 Miles
Car Hire Exeter Airport 01392 363520 Exeter International Airport, Exeter, Devon, EX5 2BD 1.55 Miles
Avis Exeter Airport 0844 544 6015 Arrivals Hall, Exeter, Devon, EX5 2BD 1.55 Miles
Exeter Airport Taxis 01395 234100 Exeter International Airport, Exeter, Devon, EX5 2BD 1.55 Miles
Airports Direct Southwest 01392 421439 55 Whipton Lane, Exeter, Devon, EX4 8ER 1.63 Miles
Heart Taxis 01392 555444 Exeter Ex2 7Tn, Exeter, Devon, EX2 7TN 1.65 Miles
Alpha Taxis 01392 444333 50 Beacon Heath, Exeter, Devon, EX4 8QA 1.98 Miles
Derry Cars 01392 439244 12 De La Rue Way, Exeter, Devon, EX1 3DS 2.18 Miles
Exeter Eco-Cars 01392 259880 4 Coronation Rd, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5BZ 2.25 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Sowton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stonefield Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Exeter Mail Centre Collection Today available until:18:30 Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:13:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Disability Box Collection Today available until:18:30 Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:13:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Exeter Mail Centre Collection Today available until:18:30 Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:13:15
Stonebarton Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sandygate Service Area Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sowton Industrial Estate Collection Today available until:18:00 Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:13:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Sowton Industrial Estate Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:13:00
Kestrel Way Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:13:00
Kestrel Way Collection Today available until:18:00 Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:13:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Clyst Honiton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ambassador Drive Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ambassador Drive Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Clyst St Mary Post Office Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Pinhoe Surgery 01392 469666	The Pinhoe Surgery Pinn Lane, Pinhoe Exeter Devon EX1 3SY
Hill Barton Surgery 01392 444242	Hill Barton Surgery 1 Lower Hill Barton Road Exeter Devon EX1 3EN
Whipton Surgery 01392 462770	The Whipton Surgery 378 Pinhoe Road Exeter Devon EX4 8EG
Whipton Surgery	10 Whipton Village Road Whipton Exeter Devon EX4 8AR
Cranbrook Medical Practice 01404 819207	Younghayes Centre Younghayes Road Cranbrook Devon EX5 7DR

Local Stores

Exeter - West Clyst
Coaker Road
West Clyst
Exeter
Devon
EX1 3HU
01392 469801
Store Website
1.58 miles

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SPAR Pinhoe
17
Main Road
Pinhoe
Exeter
EX4 9EY
01392 467193
Store Website
1.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Beaumont Veterinary Centre
31 Main Road Pinhoe Exeter Devon EX4 9EY 01392 460300 admin@beaumont-vets.co.uk Website 1.42 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Vets4pets Exeter
Inside Pets At Home Rydon Lane Retail Park Exeter Devon EX2 7HX 01392 266 860 exeter@companioncare.co.uk Website 1.67 miles
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Animals Treated
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An out of hours service is used when we are closed to provide 24/7 care.
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An out of hours service is used when we are closed to provide 24/7 care
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An out of hours service is used when we are closed to provide 24/7 care
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An out of hours service is used when we are closed to provide 24/7 care
Fri	08:00	19:00
An out of hours service is used when we are closed to provide 24/7 care
Sat	08:00	17:00
Times may Vary An out of hours service is used when we are closed.
Sun	10:00	16:00
An out of hours service is used when we are closed to provide 24/7 care.

Ark Vets - Pinhoe
3 Sandpiper Court Harrington Lane Exeter Devon EX4 8NS 01392 469770 info@arkvets-exeter.co.uk Website 1.78 miles
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Animals Treated
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Cityvets (Exeter) Ltd
46 Whipton Village Road Whipton Exeter Devon EX4 8AW 01392 465553 whipton@cityvets.co.uk Website 1.95 miles

Animals Treated
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Phoenix Equine
Kenniford Farm Clyst St Mary Exeter Devon EX5 1AQ 01392 793600 admin@phoenixequine.co.uk Website 1.97 miles

Animals Treated
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Cityvets (Exeter) Ltd
Rosary House 27 Fore Street Heavitree Exeter Devon EX1 2QJ 01392 250066 heavitree@cityvets.co.uk Website 2.51 miles
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Animals Treated
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Local Dog Walks

Exeter Canal
You Can Make This Walk As Long Or Short As You Like. We Parked For Free Just Off The A379 Bridge Road Then Walked Upstream Through The Fields To The Double Locks Pub. (Which Is Very Dog Friendly) 54 Bridge Rd Exeter Lancashire EX2 7BB 2.92 miles

Location what3words list.drank.allow

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 4.18 miles

Location what3words glad.earlobes.thorax

Killerton House
A National Trust House. Beare Ln Exeter Lancashire EX5 3LB 4.66 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 7.55 miles

Location what3words uses.families.nightfall

Exmouth Seafront
Esplanade Lancashire 7.66 miles

Location what3words discouraged.bills.smiles

Mamhead Walk
Forest Walk - Long Or Short Mamhead 7.70 miles Lots Of Parking In Lots Of Places

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