Welcome to Twitchen

Twitchen is a small village located in the county of Devon, England. It is situated in the northern part of the county, near the coast of the Bristol Channel. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is a popular destination for tourists who come to enjoy the natural beauty of the area. Twitchen is known for its peaceful atmosphere and friendly locals, making it a great place to visit for those looking for a relaxing getaway.

One of the main attractions in Twitchen is the nearby Exmoor National Park. This stunning park covers over 260 square miles and is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including red deer, wild ponies, and rare birds. Visitors can explore the park on foot, by bike, or on horseback, and there are plenty of trails and paths to follow. The park is also home to several picturesque villages, including Dunster and Porlock, which are well worth a visit.

Another popular attraction in Twitchen is the nearby coastline. The village is just a short drive from several beautiful beaches, including Woolacombe, Croyde, and Saunton Sands. These beaches are known for their golden sands, clear waters, and excellent surfing conditions, making them a popular destination for water sports enthusiasts. There are also plenty of coastal walks to enjoy, with stunning views of the sea and surrounding countryside.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
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
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
Bishops Nympton Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Timothy Gurney
Bishops Nympton
South Molton
Devon
EX36 4PU
01769550387
School Website
South Molton United Church Of England Junior School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Mr Kevin O'donnell
North Street
South Molton
Devon
EX36 3GN
01769572656
School Website
South Molton Community Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Tom Parkin
North Road
South Molton
Devon
EX36 3BA
01769572198
School Website
South Molton Community College
Foundation School
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr David Lewis
Old Alswear Road
South Molton
Devon
EX36 4LA
01769572129
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
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
Brayford Academy
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Ian Thomas
Brayford
Barnstaple
Devon
EX32 7QJ
01598710345
School Website
West Buckland School
Other Independent School
Ages:2-18
Head Teacher
Mr Phillip Stapleton
West Buckland
Barnstaple
Devon
EX32 0SX
01598760000
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Kings Nympton
South Molton Road, Kings Nympton, Devon, EX37 9EU
11.39 Miles
Umberleigh
Station Approach, Umberleigh, Devon, EX37 9AB
11.81 Miles
Portsmouth Arms
Adjacent A377, Portsmouth Arms, Devon, EX37 9NB
12.38 Miles
Chapelton (Devon)
Station Lane, Chapelton, Devon, EX37 9DZ
13.13 Miles
Eggesford
Adjacent A377, Eggesford, Devon, EX18 7JZ
13.37 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Adriens Private Hire
01769 573513
6 Spearfield Close, South Molton, Devon, EX36 4SE
5.23 Miles
South Molton Taxis Service Ltd
01769 573636
Dominick's Close/Parsonage La, South Molton, Devon, EX36 3AX
5.31 Miles
A And L Taxis
01769 572169
1/Westhill/Pathfields Business Pk, South Molton, Devon, EX36 3BS
5.33 Miles
Winsford Hire
01643 851232
Fairfield, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 7JE
7.79 Miles
Moorland Private Hire
07968 864176
Woolhanger Lodge, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 4RF
10.86 Miles
M And M Taxis
01271 831331
The Firs, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 7PF
11.10 Miles
Chulmleigh And Witheridge Taxi
07922 131473
Simmons Farm &Amp; Holidays, Umberleigh, Devon, EX37 9NU
11.45 Miles
Porlock Taxis
01643 862739
Western Cottage, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8PD
11.80 Miles
Mumms' Taxis
07773 344777
1 Longland Close, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 7NN
12.03 Miles
1St Call Exmoor Taxis
07826 212511
26 Bay Road, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8NJ
12.09 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Headgate Twitchen
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Sandway
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Old Molland Post Office
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Abbots Cross
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Molland Station
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North Molton Bottom
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North Molton Post Office
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Heasley Mill
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Bottreaux Mill
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Oakford Villas
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Newtown
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Lower Fyldon
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Bish Mill
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Old West Anstey Post Office
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Glebelands Villas
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
South Molton Medical Centre
01769 573101
South Molton Medical Ctr
9-10 East Street
South Molton
Devon
EX36 3BZ
Exmoor Medical Centre
01398 323333
Oldberry House
Fishers Mead
Dulverton
Somerset
TA22 9EN
Mid Devon Medical Practice
01884 860205
Witheridge Medical Centre
Cannington Rd, Witheridge
Tiverton
Devon
EX16 8EZ
Bampton Surgery
Barnhay
Bampton
Tiverton
Devon
EX16 9NB
Porlock Medical Centre
Porlock
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 8PJ
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Local Stores

Dulverton
Doone House
Fore Street
Dulverton
Somerset
TA22 9EX
01398 323241
Store Website
8.03 miles
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SPAR South Molton
SPAR
34 The Square
South Molton
EX36 3AB
01769 572929
Store Website
5.4 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
5.15 miles
Amenities
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
5.43 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
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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
5.65 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Dulverton Veterinary Practice
Dulverton Veterinary Centre
Duckpaddle
Dulverton
Somerset
TA22 9HJ
01398 323285
7.97 miles
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West Ridge Veterinary Practice Ltd
5 Chapple Road
Witheridge
Tiverton
Devon
EX16 8AS
01884 860236
10.11 miles
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Cats

Cattle

Deer

Dogs

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St David'S Poultry Team Ltd
Unit 2, Trading Estate
Station Road
Bampton
Tiverton
Devon
EX16 9NG
01392 872 932
11.70 miles
Amenities
Referrals only
Animals Treated
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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
8.62 miles

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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.
Unnamed Road
Minehead
Lancashire
TA24 7AT
9.46 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
10.15 miles

Location
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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
13.26 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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Eggesford Forest
A377
Chulmleigh
Lancashire
EX18 7LD
13.56 miles

Marker Is At Entrance; Follow Track About A Third Of A Mile To Car Park
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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
15.23 miles

Located Around 40 Minutes From M5 Junction 23 (Bridgwater), On The A39, Just Before Minehead.
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