Welcome to Washbourne

Washbourne is a small village located in the South Hams district of Devon, England. The village is situated on the banks of the River Avon and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its picturesque setting and is a popular destination for tourists who come to enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

The village of Washbourne has a rich history that dates back to the medieval period. The village was once a thriving market town and was an important center for trade and commerce. Today, the village is a quiet and peaceful place, with a small population of around 200 people. The village is home to a number of historic buildings, including the 13th-century St. Mary's Church, which is a popular attraction for visitors.

Despite its small size, Washbourne has a strong sense of community and is home to a number of local businesses and amenities. The village has a post office, a village hall, and a pub, which serves traditional English food and drink. The village also has a number of walking and cycling routes, which allow visitors to explore the surrounding countryside and enjoy the natural beauty of the area. Overall, Washbourne is a charming and peaceful village that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and natural beauty of Devon.

Local Schools

School	Details
Harbertonford Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Anne Burns	Old Road Harbertonford Totnes Devon TQ9 7TA 1803732352 School Website
Blackawton Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Liam Fielding	Blackawton Totnes Devon TQ9 7BE 1803712363 School Website
Roc College (Part Of United Response) Special Post 16 Institution Ages:16-24 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Quantrill	The Boatshed Unit C Steamer Quay Road Totnes Devon TQ9 5AL 1803868550 School Website
Totnes St John's Church Of England Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr William Jaworski	Pathfields Totnes Devon TQ9 5TZ 1803864695 School Website
The Grove School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Hilary Priest	The Grove Totnes Devon TQ9 5ED 01803862018 School Website
Stoke Gabriel Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Alice Eeles	School Hill Stoke Gabriel Totnes Devon TQ9 6ST 01803782469 School Website
On Track Education Totnes Other Independent Special School Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mr Joel Mcilven	Parragon Building Ford Road Totnes Devon TQ9 5LQ 1803866462 School Website
Totnes Independent School Other Independent School Ages:9-16 Head Teacher Mrs Ross Robens	Windmill House 21 Ashburton Road Totnes Totnes TQ9 5JT 1803864484 School Website
King Edward Vi Community College Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Alan Salt	Ashburton Road Totnes Devon TQ9 5JX 1803869200 School Website
East Allington Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Tom Pether	Church Hill East Allington Totnes Devon TQ9 7RE 1548521305 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Totnes Station Road, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5JR 3.64 Miles

Paignton Station Square, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 5EF 6.74 Miles

Torquay Rathmore Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6NU 8.64 Miles

Torre Newton Road, Torre, Devon, TQ2 5DD 9.08 Miles

Ivybridge Station Road, Ivybridge, Devon, PL21 0DQ 9.36 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Arch Taxis 01803 868873 2 Parkers Way, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5UF 3.22 Miles
And Some Cabs 01803 840009 18 Moorashes, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5TN 3.33 Miles
Dart Taxis 01803 865575 18 Moorashes, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5TN 3.33 Miles
Tony's Taxi's Of Totnes 07771 584949 20 Elmhirst Drive, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5UX 3.36 Miles
Annas Taxis 01803 782272 2/Jellicoe Villas/Plymouth Rd, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5LH 3.38 Miles
Badger Cabs 01803 840400 17 Hope Cl, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5YD 3.40 Miles
Abacus Cabs 07790 345321 The Plains, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5DR 3.42 Miles
Ap Taxis 01803 840404 2 Sparrow Road, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5PR 3.44 Miles
Bumble Cabs 01803 865588 57 Smithfields, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5LR 3.45 Miles
Nessies Cabs 01803 862444 14 Parklands, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5HZ 3.65 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Washbourne Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Allaleigh Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bow Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Harbertonford Post Office Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Painsford Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tuckenhay Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Blackawton Forces Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tideford Cross Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Halwell Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Durant Arms Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Green Close Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The New Inn Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dundridge Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Blackawton Village Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Harberton Village Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Catherine House Surgery 01803 862073	Westward House New Walk Totnes Devon TQ9 5WB
Leatside Surgery 01803 862671	Leatside Surgery Babbage Road Totnes Devon TQ9 5JA
Leatside Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Babbage Road Totnes TQ9 5JA
Leatside Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Babbage Road Totnes TQ9 5JA
Britannia Medical Centre	Britannia Medical Centre Britannia College College Way Dartmouth Devon TQ6 0HJ

Local Stores

Dartmouth - Fairfax Place
19-20 Fairfax Place
Dartmouth
Devon
TQ6 9AB
01803 832737
Store Website
5.52 miles

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SPAR Totnes Cross
SPAR
Totnes Cross
Halwell
Totnes
TQ9 7JG
01803 712281
Store Website
1.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Seymour Vets - Totnes
Smugglers Inn Steamer Quay Road Totnes Devon TQ9 5AL 01803 866 283 reception@seymourvets.co.uk Website 3.25 miles
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Dart Vale Veterinary Group
Dart Vale Vets Station Road Totnes Devon TQ9 5JR 01803 862 142 nurses-totnes@dartvale.co.uk Website 3.64 miles
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Dart Vale Veterinary Group
The Old Mews Roseville Street Dartmouth Devon TQ6 9QH 01803 832422 nurses-totnes@dartvale.co.uk Website 5.33 miles

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Bay Vet Group
1 Yannons Court Yannons Road Paignton Devon TQ4 7HU 01803 467999 reception@bayvetgroup.co.uk Website 5.39 miles
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Blackdown Equine Vets
The Old Dairy Shadrack Berry Pomeroy Totnes Devon TQ9 6LR 01626 824 600 office@blackdownequine.co.uk 5.41 miles

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Greenbay Vets Ltd
79 Kingsway Avenue Paignton Devon TQ4 7AB 01803 843836 info@greenbayvets.co.uk Website 5.64 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 3.91 miles Park In The Dittisham Car Park- Do Not Drive Down To The Key.

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Cockington Country Park
Cockington Ln Torquay Lancashire TQ2 6XB 8.10 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 8.20 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).

Berryhead Country Park
Coastal Cliff Top Walk, Totally Flat And Buggy Friendly. Great Cafe Serving Breakfast And Lunches 36 Gillard Rd Lancashire 8.71 miles

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River Avon Dam Dartmoor
This Is A Lovely Dog Walk From The Carpark At Shipley Bridge On Dartmoor To Avon Dam. The First Part Follows Alongside The River Which My Dogs Love To Have A Dip In. Then The Walk Opens Out To Hills As You Work Your Way Up To The Dam. The Walk Is Pathed The Whole Way So Is Suitable For Pushchairs And Wheelchairs. I Think Its Roughly 1 Mile – 1.5 Miles Up To The Dam. Unnamed Road Lancashire 9.84 miles

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Bakers Park/Bradley Manor
6 Totnes Rd Lancashire 10.48 miles

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