Area Info for Tawstock (Devon)

Overview of Tawstock, Devon

Tawstock is a small village located in the county of Devon, South West England. It is situated near the town of Barnstaple and is known for its historic significance and rural charm. The village is characterised by its traditional English countryside setting, with a mix of residential homes, farms, and natural landscapes.

Historical Significance

Tawstock has a rich history that dates back several centuries. It is notably associated with Tawstock Court, a historic manor house that has been a prominent feature of the village. The estate has connections to noble families and has played a role in the local history of Devon. The village also features historical churches and buildings that reflect its longstanding heritage.

Local Landmarks

One of the key landmarks in Tawstock is Tawstock Court, a Grade I listed building with architectural features spanning several periods. The church of St. Peter and St. Paul is another notable site, offering insights into the village's ecclesiastical history. The surrounding countryside provides scenic views and opportunities for outdoor activities.

Community and Amenities

Tawstock maintains a small but active community, with local events and gatherings that foster a sense of belonging among residents. While it is primarily a rural village, it benefits from proximity to larger towns such as Barnstaple, which offers shops, schools, and other amenities. The village itself has limited commercial facilities but is known for its peaceful environment and natural beauty.

Natural Environment

The area around Tawstock features lush green fields, woodland, and farmland typical of the Devon countryside. It offers various walking and cycling routes, making it a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts. The natural landscape contributes to the village's tranquil atmosphere and rural appeal.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
Education
School
Holywell Church of England Primary School0.77 miles
Tawstock, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 3HZ
Bishops Tawton Primary School1.33 miles
School Lane, Bishops Tawton, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 0AE
Horwood and Newton Tracey Community Primary School2.06 miles
Lovacott, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 3PU
SchoolsCompany North Devon Academy2.08 miles
Springfield Court, Fishleigh Road, Roundswell Business Park, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 3TD
The Park Community School2.20 miles
Park Lane, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 9AX
Newport Community School Primary Academy2.43 miles
Landkey Road, Newport, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 9BW
Sticklepath Community School2.48 miles
Woodville Estate, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 2HH
The Lampard Community School2.50 miles
St John`s Lane, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 9DD
Ashleigh CofE (VC) Primary School2.80 miles
Bevan Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 8LJ
Forches Cross Community Primary School2.91 miles
Forches Avenue, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 8EF
Landkey Primary School3.02 miles
Bakery Way, Landkey, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 0LJ
Our Lady's Catholic Primary School, Barnstaple3.05 miles
Chanters Hill, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 8DN
Yeo Valley Primary School3.15 miles
Derby Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 7HB
Orchard Vale Community School3.26 miles
Westacott Road, Whiddon Valley, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 8QY
Pilton Infants' School3.30 miles
Abbey Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 1JU
Pathfield School3.30 miles
Abbey Road, Pilton, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 1JU
Health
Clinic
Litchdon Medical Centre2.40 miles
Landkey Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 9LL
Riverside2.69 miles
Litchdon Street, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 8ND
Riversvale2.69 miles
Litchdon Street, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 8ND
Specsavers Hearcare - Devon - Barnstaple2.99 miles
Gammon Walk, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 1DJ
Barnstaple Health Centre3.13 miles
Vicarage Street, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 7BH
Amplifon Hearing Specialists (Bideford)6.21 miles
2 The Quay, Bideford, Devon, EX39 2HW
Specsavers Hearcare - Devon - Bideford6.34 miles
85 High Street, Bideford, Devon, EX39 2AN
Caen Health Centre6.35 miles
Health Centre, Braunton, Devon, EX33 1LR
Fernwood Resource Centre6.57 miles
13 Clovelly Road, Bideford, Devon, EX39 3BU
Bideford Daddon Court7.55 miles
Unit 1 Daddon Court, Clovelly Road Industrial Estate, Bideford, Devon, EX39 3FH
South Molton Health Centre10.25 miles
9-10 East Street, South Molton, Devon, EX36 3BZ
Specsavers Hearcare - Devon - Illfracombe11.87 miles
The Meeting Room, The Ilfracombe Centre, 44 High Street, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 8HA
Lynton Resource Centre16.55 miles
Lee Road, Lynton, Devon, EX35 6BP
Holsworthy Link Centre20.01 miles
2 Well Park, Western Road, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 6DH
Specsavers Hearcare - Devon - Okehampton20.84 miles
17 Fore Street, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1AN
Stratton Community Clinic24.31 miles
Hospital Road, Stratton, Bude, Cornwall, EX23 9BP
GP
Litchdon Medical Centre2.40 miles
Landkey Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 9LL
Brannam Medical Centre2.74 miles
Kiln Lane, Brannam Square, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 8GP
Queens Medical Centre2.91 miles
6-7 Queen Street, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 8HY
BOUTPORT MEDICAL CENTRE3.06 miles
110 Boutport Street, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 1TD
Fremington Medical Centre3.26 miles
11-13 Beards Road, Fremington, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 2PG
HIGH BICKINGTON SURGERY5.82 miles
Old Stables Surgery, High Bickington, Devon, EX37 9AX
Clarence Wharf 6.02 miles
Clarence Wharf, Barnstaple Street, Bideford, Devon, EX39 4AU
Caen Medical Centre6.35 miles
Braunton, Braunton, Devon, EX33 1LR
Northam Surgery6.49 miles
Bay View Road, Northam, Devon, EX39 1AZ
Bideford Medical Centre6.49 miles
Abbotsham Road, Bideford, Devon, EX39 3AF
TORRINGTON HEALTH CENTRE6.79 miles
New Road, Torrington, Torrington, Devon, EX38 8EL
Castle Gardens Surgery6.81 miles
Castle Hill Gardens, Torrington, Devon, EX38 8EU
East Street Surgery10.22 miles
East Street, South Molton, Devon, EX36 3BU
South Molton Health Centre10.25 miles
9-10 East Street, South Molton, Devon, EX36 3BZ
The Warwick Practice - Woolacombe11.04 miles
Beach Road, Woolacombe, Devon, EX34 7BT
Waterside Practice, Combe Martin11.16 miles
Castle Street, Combe Martin, Devon, EX34 0JA
Hospital
North Devon District Hospital3.77 miles
Raleigh Park, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 4JB
Bideford Hospital6.52 miles
Abbotsham Road, Bideford, Devon, EX39 3AG
Torrington Hospital6.55 miles
Calf Street, Torrington, Devon, EX38 7BJ
South Molton Hospital9.97 miles
Widgery Drive, South Molton, Devon, EX36 4DP
Ilfracombe Tyrrell Hospital11.75 miles
St. Brannocks Park Road, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 8JF
Holsworthy Hospital19.59 miles
Dobles Lane, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 6JQ
Okehampton Hospital20.71 miles
Cavell Way, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1PN
Crediton Hospital24.16 miles
Western Road, Crediton, Devon, EX17 3NH
Stratton Hospital24.31 miles
Hospital Road, Stratton, Bude, Cornwall, EX23 9BP
Tiverton and District Hospital26.48 miles
Kennedy Way, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 6NT
Minehead Community Hospital28.41 miles
Luttrell Way,, TA24 6DF
Moretonhampstead Hospital29.15 miles
Ford Street, Moretonhampstead, Devon, TQ13 8LN
Launceston General Hospital31.09 miles
Link Road, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 9JD
Franklyn Community Hospital31.86 miles
Franklyn Drive, Exeter, Devon, EX2 9HS
Heavitree Hospital32.40 miles
Gladstone Road, Exeter, Devon, EX1 2ED
Nuffield Health, Exeter Hospital32.87 miles
Wonford Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4UG
Pharmacy
Boots2.03 miles
Units 1-3 Roundswell Shopping Centre, Gratton Way, Barnstaple, EX31 3NL
Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd2.12 miles
Gratton Way, Roundswell Business Ctr, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 3NH
Lloydspharmacy2.38 miles
Litchdon Medical Centre, Landkey Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 9BZ
Tesco Instore Pharmacy2.45 miles
Barnstaple Retail Park, Station Road, Bickington, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 2AS
Lloydspharmacy2.71 miles
2 Brannams Square, Kiln Lane, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 8QB
Lloydspharmacy2.73 miles
3 St.Johns Centre, Eastern Avenue, Whiddon Valley,Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 8NX
Boots2.94 miles
69/70 High Street, Barnstaple, EX31 1HX
Bear Street Pharmacy2.97 miles
49 Bear Street, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 7DB
Boots3.44 miles
6 Higher Road, Fremington, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 3BG
Lloydspharmacy6.02 miles
Clarence Wharf, Barnstaple Street, Bideford, Devon, EX39 4AU
The Co-Operative Pharmacy6.26 miles
9 High St, Bideford, Devon, EX39 2AA
Boots6.26 miles
2 High Street, Bideford, Devon, EX39 2AA
Lloydspharmacy6.35 miles
Caen Medical Centre, Braunton, North Devon, EX33 1LR
Lloydspharmacy6.40 miles
9-13 Caen Street, Braunton, Devon, EX33 1AA
Boots6.49 miles
The Old Library, Bay View Road, Northam, Bideford, Devon, EX39 1AZ
Lloydspharmacy6.49 miles
Bideford Medical Centre, Abbotsham Road, Bideford, North Devon, EX39 3AF
Leisure
Park
FREMINGTON3.42 miles
TAPELEY PARK (Grade II* Listed)4.70 miles
YOULSTON PARK (Grade II Listed)5.78 miles
KYNOCH'S FORESHORE6.23 miles
KENWITH VALLEY6.57 miles
NORTHAM BURROWS6.67 miles
GREAT TORRINGTON CEMETERY (Grade II Listed)7.01 miles
CASTLE HILL (Grade I Listed)7.16 miles
ARLINGTON COURT (Grade II* Listed)7.88 miles
SAUNTON COURT (Grade II Listed)8.25 miles
BEAFORD8.48 miles
KING'S NYMPTON PARK (Grade II Listed)9.25 miles
ILFRACOMBE COMMUNITY ECO-GARDEN11.97 miles
HILLSBOROUGH12.07 miles
HARTLAND (DEVON)16.23 miles
NORTH DEVON16.62 miles
Shop
Groceries
SPAR Roundswell Service Station1.86 miles
A39, Roundswell, Devon, EX31 3RZ
Sainsbury's Barnstaple2.12 miles
Gratton Way, Roundswell Business Park, Barnstaple, EX31 3NH
Co-op Barnstaple2.39 miles
Barnstaple, EX31 2BX
Tesco Devon (Extra)2.41 miles
Barnstaple Retail Park, Barnstaple, Devon, Devon, EX31 2AS
Nisa Value House Stores2.41 miles
Unit 3, 7 Brethering Bank, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 2AS
SPAR Newport Road2.45 miles
18, Newport Road, Devon, EX32 9BG
Lidl Barnstable2.60 miles
Unit F, Barnstaple Retail Park, Station Road, EX31 2BP
ASDA Barnstaple2.63 miles
Anchorwood Retail Park, Taw Wharf, Barnstaple, EX31 2AA
Lidl Newport2.68 miles
Old Station Road, Barnstaple, EX32 8PB
SPAR Taw Barbican2.71 miles
Taw Garages Barbican, Barbican Road, Devon, EX32 9HQ
Tesco Barnstaple (Superstore)2.72 miles
Rose Ln, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 8PG
Londis Esso2.76 miles
Sticklepath Service Station, Barnstaple, EX31 2B
Londis Texaco Umberleigh Service Station2.76 miles
Exeter Road, Barnstaple, EX37 9DX
Tesco Barnstaple (Express)2.83 miles
100-101 High St, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 1EZ
Costcutter Barnstaple2.85 miles
14/20 Forches Avenue, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 8EE
Co-op Barnstaple2.88 miles
High Street, Barnstaple, EX31 1BG
Transport
Airport
Exeter International Airport35.46 miles
Swansea Airport38.99 miles
Plymouth City Airport42.64 miles
Bus Stop
Old Post Office (W)0.78 miles
Old Post Office (E)0.79 miles
Eastacombe (N)1.14 miles
Eastacombe (NW)1.14 miles
Newbridge Cross (N)1.22 miles
Newbridge Cross (S)1.22 miles
New Road (NW)1.23 miles
New Road (SE)1.23 miles
Park Villas (E)1.26 miles
Stonyland Bridge (S)1.27 miles
Rushcott Cross (SW)1.28 miles
Stonyland Bridge (N)1.28 miles
Rushcott Cross (NE)1.28 miles
The Bridge (SE)1.30 miles
Chichester Arms (SE)1.30 miles
The Bridge (NW)1.30 miles
Ferry Port
Instow Ferry Landing5.11 miles
Appledore Ferry Landing5.51 miles
Bideford Ferry Landing6.15 miles
Ilfracombe Ferry Landing12.07 miles
Lundy Island Ferry Landing27.09 miles
Minehead Harbour28.44 miles
Topsham Ferry Landing35.80 miles
Topsham Lock Ferry Landing35.81 miles
Topsham (Turf Lock Ferry) Ferry Landing35.95 miles
Turf Lock Inn Ferry Landing36.84 miles
Swansea Queens Dock Ferry Terminal40.13 miles
Totnes Ferry Landing45.42 miles
Devonport Ferry Terminal46.05 miles
Torpoint Ferry Terminal46.15 miles
Plymouth (Barbican) Landing Stage46.58 miles
Plymouth Stonehouse Ferry Terminal46.69 miles
Railway Station
Chapelton (Devon) Rail Station2.35 miles
Barnstaple Rail Station2.46 miles
Umberleigh Rail Station4.62 miles
Portsmouth Arms Rail Station7.54 miles
Kings Nympton Rail Station9.94 miles
Eggesford Rail Station13.33 miles
Lapford Rail Station16.76 miles
Morchard Road Rail Station19.05 miles
Sampford Courtenay Rail Station19.23 miles
Copplestone Rail Station20.67 miles
Okehampton Rail Station21.37 miles
Yeoford Rail Station23.34 miles
Crediton Rail Station25.39 miles
Newton St Cyres Rail Station27.44 miles
Exeter St Davids Rail Station31.24 miles
Exeter Central Rail Station31.69 miles
Crime
Flood Data
Flood Risk Per Year (EX31 3L*)
Number of Properties in Catchment511
Very Low Risk (<0.1% chance of flooding)0
Low Risk (0.1% < 1% chance of flooding)0
Medium Risk (1% < 3.3% chance of flooding)0
High Risk (>3.3%)0
Property Sales
1, UPPACOTT COTTAGES
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3LA		£320,000
2024-11-08
otherPropertyType
freehold
Sold 2005-10-28   £215,000
Sold 2004-04-14   £175,000
WOOD PARK LODGE
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3JB		£670,000
2024-05-10
detached
freehold
Sold 2021-09-13   £590,000
Sold 2003-05-06   £155,000
PEACEHAVEN, HAREPIE
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3JE		£420,000
2024-04-24
detached
freehold
THE OLD SAWMILLS
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3HZ		£499,950
2023-07-31
terraced
freehold
Sold 2009-10-23   £399,000
SHORTS COTTAGE
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3HZ		£560,000
2022-10-14
detached
freehold
Sold 2001-12-20   £110,000
2, DEERPARK COTTAGES
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3JB		£609,500
2022-09-13
detached
freehold
Sold 2005-05-11   £320,000
WEYFORD
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3HZ		£1,025,000
2022-08-12
detached
freehold
PRIMROSE COTTAGE
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3HZ		£476,000
2022-02-14
detached
freehold
Sold 2012-03-01   £370,000
Sold 2007-05-18   £338,000
ROSEWOOD HOUSE
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3HZ		£600,000
2022-01-11
detached
freehold
Sold 2016-11-18   £450,000
Sold 2008-02-20   £401,250
PARK GATE COTTAGE
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3HZ		£500,000
2021-09-24
detached
freehold
Sold 2017-09-05   £380,000
Sold 2002-02-15   £127,500
CHURCH COTTAGE
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3HZ		£590,000
2021-03-05
detached
freehold
Sold 2014-04-11   £417,500
2, PARK COTTAGES
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3HZ		£375,000
2021-01-08
semidetached
freehold
Sold 2013-05-24   £218,000
CHUGGS COTTAGE
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3HZ		£219,000
2020-11-30
terraced
freehold
MEADOW COTTAGE
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3JD		£280,000
2020-11-27
semidetached
freehold
UPPACOTT BUNGALOW
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3LA		£570,000
2020-05-05
detached
freehold
FORDLANDS
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3HZ		£417,250
2018-12-07
detached
freehold
THATCHED LODGE
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3HZ		£165,000
2018-10-01
detached
freehold
BLOOMFIELD COTTAGE
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3HZ		£220,000
2017-11-02
otherPropertyType
freehold
Sold 2004-04-29   £160,000
BRAMBLE COTTAGE
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3HZ		£395,000
2017-08-31
detached
freehold
Sold 2016-10-14   £390,000
Sold 2007-08-17   £365,000
Sold 2002-11-22   £226,000
JENNINGS COTTAGE
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3HZ		£355,000
2017-07-21
detached
freehold
1, DEERPARK COTTAGES
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3JB		£320,000
2016-02-22
semidetached
freehold
BIDDADEN COTTAGE
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3HZ		£200,000
2013-06-21
detached
freehold
KEEPERS COTTAGE
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3JD		£447,475
2007-09-27
semidetached
freehold
ROMANS
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3JD		£315,000
2007-08-31
detached
freehold
FOUR GABLES
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3HZ		£236,000
2007-04-18
semidetached
freehold
Sold 2006-03-15   £210,000
Sold 2002-05-10   £140,000
2, UPPACOTT COTTAGES
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3LA		£265,000
2006-07-25
semidetached
freehold
Sold 2004-09-21   £249,950
JENNINGS COTTAGE, 1, THE STREET
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3HZ		£275,000
2005-06-29
detached
freehold
PINK COTTAGE
TAWSTOCK
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 3HZ		£161,000
2001-12-20
detached
freehold
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