Welcome to Woody Bay

Woody Bay is a small village located in the Exmoor National Park in Devon, England. The village is known for its stunning natural beauty, with rolling hills, lush greenery, and breathtaking views of the sea. The village is also home to a number of historic buildings, including the Woody Bay Station, which was once a stop on the Lynton and Barnstaple Railway.

One of the main attractions in Woody Bay is the South West Coast Path, which runs along the coast and offers stunning views of the sea and surrounding countryside. The path is popular with hikers and walkers, and there are a number of trails that lead off from the main path, allowing visitors to explore the area in more detail. Other popular activities in Woody Bay include fishing, birdwatching, and cycling.

Despite its small size, Woody Bay has a number of amenities for visitors, including a pub, a tea room, and a small shop. The village is also home to a number of holiday cottages and campsites, making it a popular destination for tourists looking to explore the natural beauty of Devon. Overall, Woody Bay is a charming and picturesque village that offers visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse themselves in the stunning natural beauty of the Exmoor National Park.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 6.5°C

Feels Like: 4.1°C

Wind: 7.4 MPH

Wind Dir: ESE

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
Kentisbury Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Jayne Peacock
Kentisbury
Barnstaple
Devon
EX31 4NG
01271883263
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
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
Berrynarbor Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Susan Carey
Berrynarbor
Ilfracombe
Devon
EX34 9SE
01271883493
Brayford Academy
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Ian Thomas
Brayford
Barnstaple
Devon
EX32 7QJ
01598710345
School Website
Shirwell Community Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Simon Allen
School Lane
Shirwell
Barnstaple
Devon
EX31 4JT
01271850295
School Website
The Ilfracombe Church Of England Academy
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mrs Stephen Rogers
Worth Road
Ilfracombe
Devon
EX34 9JB
01271863427
School Website
Ilfracombe Church Of England Junior School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Jody Le Bredonchel
Princess Avenue
Ilfracombe
Devon
EX34 9LW
01271863463
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Barnstaple
Station Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 2AU
12.68 Miles
Chapelton (Devon)
Station Lane, Chapelton, Devon, EX37 9DZ
15.60 Miles
Umberleigh
Station Approach, Umberleigh, Devon, EX37 9AB
16.21 Miles
Portsmouth Arms
Adjacent A377, Portsmouth Arms, Devon, EX37 9NB
18.81 Miles
Kings Nympton
South Molton Road, Kings Nympton, Devon, EX37 9EU
19.81 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Lyn Valley Taxi
01598 753800
4 Park Street, Lynton, Devon, EX35 6BY
2.40 Miles
Moorland Private Hire
07968 864176
Woolhanger Lodge, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 4RF
2.47 Miles
Carols
01598 753501
26 Watersmeet Rd, Lynton, Devon, EX35 6EP
2.89 Miles
Marks Minibus Travel
01271 883711
South Dene, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 0JN
5.83 Miles
Ace Taxis
01271 866688
36 Willow Cl, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9RP
9.32 Miles
Allports Airport Shuttle
01271 866688
36 Willow Cl, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9RP
9.32 Miles
Seaview Taxis
01271 855877
1 The Mews/Hillsborough Ter, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9NR
9.65 Miles
Abbey Cabs
01271 855591
17 Shaftesbury Road, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9LB
9.85 Miles
D J's Taxi's
01271 866934
5 Princess Avenue, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9LW
9.97 Miles
A Taxi
01271 865321
113 Fern Way, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 8JS
10.00 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Woody Bay Hotel
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Martinhoe Manor
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Martinhoe Church
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Lee Abbey
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Hunters Inn
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Caffyns Barbrook
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Woody Bay Station
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Rock Avenue
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Old Barbrook Post Office
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Lynton Post Office
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Priority Mailbox:
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Old Station Church Hill
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Church Town
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Church Steps
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Crown Hotel
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Lynbridge
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Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Lynton Health Centre
01598 753226
The Health Centre
Burvill Street
Lynton
Devon
EX35 6HA
Combe Martin
Castle Street
Combe Martin
Ilfracombe
Devon
EX34 0JA
Combe Coastal Practice
01271 863119
Combe Coastal Practice
St Brannocks Road
Ilfracombe
Devon
EX34 8EG
Queen's Medical Centre
01271 372672
Queens Medical Centre
6/7 Queen Street
Barnstaple
Devon
EX32 8HY
Brannam Medical Centre
01271 329004
Brannam Medical Centre
Brannam Square, Kiln Lane
Barnstaple
North Devon
EX32 8GP
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Local Stores

Combe Martin
Castle Street
Combe Martin
Devon
EX34 0JE
01271 882791
Store Website
5.82 miles
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SPAR Churchill Close
1 Churchill Close
Barnstaple
EX32 7HJ
01271 328184
Store Website
11.7 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Charter Veterinary Hospital Group Ltd.
Charter Vets - Mullacott
Bickenbridge Farm
Ilfracombe
Devon
EX34 8NZ
01271 866770
info@chartervets.com
Website
11.01 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Charter Veterinary Hospital Group Ltd.
Bridge House Veterinary Surgery
Pilton Bridge
Barnstaple
Devon
EX31 1PG
01271 342119
info@chartervets.com
Website
12.06 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

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Dogs

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Barnstaple Veterinary Clinic (Market Vets)
Unit A Riverview Commercial Centre
Riverside Road
Barnstaple
Devon
EX31 1QN
01271 344 262
info@marketvets.co.uk
Website
12.66 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Aquatics

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Barnstaple Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home
Unit 3 Barnstaple Retail Park
Station Road
Barnstaple
Devon
EX31 2AU
01271 335 520
barnstaple@vets4pets.com
Website
12.68 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

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

Client car park

Animals Treated
Camelids

Cattle

Deer

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Poultry

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Argyll Veterinary Clinic
Unit 4 Brannam Crescent
Roundswell Business Park
Barnstaple
EX31 3TD
01271 375356
barnstaple@argyllvets.com
Website
13.89 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
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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.
Unnamed Road
Minehead
Lancashire
TA24 7AT
14.01 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
14.67 miles

Location
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Saunton Sands
Miles And Miles Of Clean Sand And Clean Sea Water. Dogs Have Freedom To Run To Their Hearts Content
S W Coast Path
Braunton
EX33 1LQ
16.26 miles

Beach
Location
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Baggy Point
A Circular Walk Along Both Sides Of Baggy Point And Over The Top Of The Headland, With Breathtaking Coastal, Sea And Farmland Views. The Walk Looks Out Onto Woolacombe Beach On The One Side, And Down To Croyde Beach On The Other.
EX33 1PA
16.45 miles

Take A361 From Barnstaple To Braunton. At Braunton Take B3231 To Croyde, Then Follow National Trust Brown Signs To Baggy Point.
Northam Burrows And Westward Ho!
S W Coast Path
Northam
17.96 miles

Location
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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
18.08 miles

Location
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