Welcome to Axminster

Axminster is a small market town located in East Devon, England. The town is situated on the River Axe and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Axminster is known for its historic buildings, including the 15th-century church of St. Mary's and the Grade II listed Guildhall. The town is also famous for its carpet industry, which dates back to the 18th century. The Axminster Carpets company was founded in the town in 1755 and is still in operation today.

Axminster is a popular destination for tourists who come to explore the town's rich history and beautiful surroundings. The town is home to a number of independent shops, cafes, and restaurants, as well as a weekly market that sells local produce and crafts. Visitors can also enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and fishing. The nearby Jurassic Coast is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to some of the most stunning coastal scenery in the UK.

Despite its small size, Axminster has a vibrant community and a rich cultural heritage. The town hosts a number of events throughout the year, including the Axminster Carnival, the Axe Vale Festival of Gardening and Crafts, and the Axminster Arts Festival. The town also has a strong musical tradition, with a number of local choirs and bands performing regularly. Overall, Axminster is a charming and welcoming town that offers visitors a unique glimpse into the history and culture of rural Devon.

Local Schools

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Axe Valley Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Laura Jenkins	Chard Street Axminster Devon EX13 5EA 129732146 School Website
Axminster Community Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Hulbert	Stoney Lane Axminster Devon EX13 5BU 0 129733005 School Website
St Marys Catholic Primary School Axminster Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rob Meech	Lyme Road Axminster Devon EX13 5BE 0 129732785 School Website
Kilmington Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lee White	School Lane Kilmington Axminster Devon EX13 7RG 0 129732762 School Website
All Saints Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Petts	All Saints Axminster Devon EX13 7LX 129732761 School Website
Shute Community Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Martin Marriott	Haddon Road Shute Axminster Devon EX13 7QR 0 129733348 School Website
Musbury Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Clair Murrell	Church Hill Musbury Axminster Devon EX13 8BB 1297552687 School Website
Membury Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Katy Lyons	Membury Axminster Devon EX13 7AF 01404881491
Hawkchurch Church Of England School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Christopher Threlfalll	Hawkchurch Axminster Devon EX13 5XD 1297678331 School Website
Mrs Ethelstons C Of E Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Ms Katy Lyons	Pound Lane Uplyme Lyme Regis Devon DT7 3TT 01297442210 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Axminster Station Yard, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5PF 0.25 Miles

Honiton Church Hill, Honiton, Devon, EX14 2DA 8.26 Miles

Crewkerne Station Road, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 8AL 11.69 Miles

Feniton Feniton, Devon, Devon, EX14 3BT 12.54 Miles

Whimple Station Road, Whimple, Devon, EX5 2QH 15.56 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Axminster Cabs Ltd 01297 34000 43 Victoria Place, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5NQ 0.07 Miles
Axminster Taxis 01297 34000 43 Victoria Place, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5NQ 0.07 Miles
A To B Taxis Axminster 01297 33900 22 Kirby Close, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5JA 0.31 Miles
Paynes Premier Travel 01297 35895 3 Weycroft Avenue, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5HU 0.90 Miles
Colyton Cabs 07821 640811 47 Courtenay Drive, Colyton, Devon, EX24 6QA 4.39 Miles
Gem Taxis 01460 221123 35 Wellings Close, Chard, Somerset, TA20 2RY 4.75 Miles
Craig's Taxis 01308 861000 1 Avery Cottage Axminster Road, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 6PA 4.96 Miles
Floyds Taxis And Mini Buses 01297 560733 The Street, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 6PN 5.19 Miles
Seaton Taxis 01297 24666 21 Roman Way, Seaton, Devon, EX12 2NT 5.85 Miles
Pete's Taxis Seaton 01297 20038 6 Cross Street, Seaton, Devon, EX12 2LH 6.12 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Axminster Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Restharrow	Church Street Axminster Devon EX13 5AQ
Axminster Medical Practice 01297 32126	The Axminster Med Pract St Thomas Court,Church St Axminster Devon EX13 5AG
Scott Rowe	Axminster Hospital Chard Street Axminster Devon EX13 5DU
The Colyton Health Centre 01297 552728	Grove Hill Colyton Devon EX24 6ET
Lyme Bay Medical Practice 01297 443399	Lyme Bay Medical Practice Kent House Health Centre Silver Street Lyme Regis, Dorset DT7 3HT

Local Stores

Axminster
West Street
Axminster
Devon
EX13 5PA
01297 35224
shop.4596@coop.co.uk
Store Website
0.06 miles

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SPAR Musbury Garage
Musbury Garage Ltd
SPAR Marlborough Road
Musbury
Axminster
EX13 8AX
01297 552292
Store Website
2.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Coombefield Veterinary Hospital
Coombe Lane Axminster Devon EX13 5AX 01297 630500 reception@axvets.co.uk Website 0.15 miles
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Synergy Farm Health Ltd
Summerleaze Farm Gammonds Hill Kilmington Axminster Devon EX13 7RA 01935 83682 office@synergyfarmhealth.com Website 1.35 miles

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Summerleaze Vets Ltd
Summerleaze Farm Gammons Hill Kilmington Axminster Devon EX13 7RA 01297 304007 summerleaze@summerleaze-vets.co.uk Website 1.35 miles
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Blackdown Farm Vets Ltd
Dalwood Hill Nursery Burrow Knap Way Dalwood Devon EX13 7ES 01404 819150 hello@BlackdownFarm.Vet Website 3.58 miles
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Our Out of Hours response is provided by our own Vets.
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Our Out of Hours response is provided by our own Vets.
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Our Out of Hours response is provided by our own Vets.

Jurassic Vets - Colyton
Rosemary Lane Colyton Devon EX24 6LS 01395 208620 contact@jurassicvets.com Website 4.05 miles
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Coombefield Seaton Branch Surgery
Manor Road Seaton Devon EX12 2AQ 01297 24896 6.01 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Langdon Hill / Woods
A Great Circular Walk With Some Gentle Inclines And Stunning Views. Generally A Mud-Free(Ish) Walk. Also Gateway To The Highest Point On The South Coast - Golden Cap. A Definite 'Must Walk' As It Is Breathtaking Up There. Keep Dogs On Leads At The Top Of The Cliff As There Have Been A Few Canine Deaths Where The Dog Has Chased A Seagull Over The Edge. :( Langdon Ln Lancashire 7.98 miles From Bridport Head Up The A35 Towards Lyme Regis. As Soon As You Leave Village Of Chideock You Start To Climb Hill (Dual Carriageway Section). Stay In Left Hand Lane When You Reach The Top, Turn Left Before The Layby. Left Again And Along Badly Maintained Lane. At The End (A Few Hundred Yards) Turn Right And That Leads Straight Into The Car Park. Watch The Speed Humps They Are Vicious!

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Langdon Hill
A Circular Woodland Walk With Spectacular Views And Wildlife. DT6 6JW 8.42 miles From Bridport Drive Through Chideock Village On The A35, At The Top Of The Hill Take The Next Left Into The Lane.

Castle Neroche
Hare Ln Lancashire 10.78 miles

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West Bay To Charmouth
Follow The Coast Path To Charmouth (About 14Km). The Route Is Very Hilly And Takes You Up Golden Cap, The Highest Point On The South Coast. There Are A Number To Points Where The Path Dips Down To A Small Settlement Where You Can Gain Refreshments, Finish The Walk Or Treat It As A Position To Turn Back From. The Chapel On The Beach W Bay Rd West Bay Bridport DT6 4EN 11.55 miles Start From West Bay (What3words: ///Officials.Bunkers.Commander), Where There Is Pay And Display Parking And Plenty Of Cafes To Top-Up The Caffeine Before Setting Out.

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Frogmary Green Farm
Small Walk In Fields And Around A Lake, Area To Picnic, Cafe And Other Facilities. West Street Lancashire 13.85 miles Plenty Of Parking

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Wellington Monument
Off Junc 26 Of M5, Take 1St Exit At Roundabout. Exeter To Tiverton A38 And Just Keep Going. Turning For Monument Rd On Left And Is Signposted (Signpost On Right) Oldway Road. Travel Up Steep Hill To Crossroads, Go Left At Top And Approx 100 Yrds Turn Right Into Car Park. There Is A National Trust Sign Here But It Is Easy To Miss!! Large Free Car Park. Initial Path Up To Monument Wheelchair Friendly, But Not If You Take Any Of The Marked Routes And Steps Down To One Of The Routes Are Very Steep. Bits Of Walks Could Become Muddy After Rainfall, But Not To Bad. Nice Wooded Walks And Nice Areas To Picnic! Unnamed Road Wellington TA21 9PA 15.26 miles Wellington

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