Welcome to Bridford

Bridford is a small village located in the Teign Valley of Devon, England. The village is situated on the eastern edge of Dartmoor National Park and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its picturesque thatched cottages, historic church, and traditional pub. Bridford is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts who come to explore the nearby moors and woodlands.

The village of Bridford has a rich history dating back to the 11th century. The village was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086 and was once a thriving market town. Today, the village is a peaceful and quiet place, with a population of just over 200 people. The village is home to a number of small businesses, including a post office, a village shop, and a garage.

Bridford is a great place to visit for those who enjoy outdoor activities. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with plenty of opportunities for hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The nearby Dartmoor National Park is a popular destination for walkers and nature lovers, with its rugged landscapes, ancient woodlands, and stunning views. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an active holiday, Bridford is the perfect destination.

Local Schools

School	Details
Christow Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Amy Yeo	Dry Lane Christow Exeter Devon EX6 7PE 01647252542 School Website
Dunsford Community Academy Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Grimley	Dunsford Exeter Devon EX6 7DD 1626572971 School Website
Doddiscombsleigh Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Martin Harding	Doddiscombsleigh Exeter Devon EX6 7PR 01647252253 School Website
Hennock Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Chris Martin	Hennock Bovey Tracey Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 9QB 1626833233 School Website
Moretonhampstead Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Alexandra Waterman	Betton Way Moretonhampstead Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 8NA 01647440482 School Website
Running Deer School Other Independent Special School Ages:8-16 Head Teacher Mr Nicholas Hurst	Butterdon Wood Willingstone Moretonhampstead TQ13 8PY 1647279328 School Website
Tedburn St Mary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Andy Keay	School Lane Tedburn St Mary Exeter Devon EX6 6AA 164761338 School Website
Bovey Tracey Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Louise Prywata	Abbey Road Bovey Tracey Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 9HZ 01626833257 School Website
Cheriton Bishop Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Robin Scott	Church Lane Cheriton Bishop Exeter Devon EX6 6HY 164724817 School Website
Chudleigh Church Of England Community Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Emily England	Lawn Drive Chudleigh Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 0LS 01626852147 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Exeter St Thomas Cowick Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 1AJ 6.93 Miles

Exeter St Davids Bonhay Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4NT 7.26 Miles

Exeter Central Queen Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3SB 7.49 Miles

Yeoford Station Approach, Yeoford, Devon, EX17 5JB 8.03 Miles

St James' Park Well Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 6QB 8.10 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
South West Camper Hire 01392 811931 The Barn, Exeter, Devon, EX4 2HH 4.69 Miles
Bovey Cars 01626 834163 22 Mary Street, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 9HE 4.90 Miles
Chudleigh Cars On Call 01626 854748 Culver Cottage, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 0HU 5.37 Miles
Chudleigh Private Hire 01626 853129 86 Palace Meadow, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 0PJ 5.55 Miles
Chudleigh Dial A Car 01626 854134 3 Saint Marys Close, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 0PL 5.57 Miles
Mooreland Taxis 01626 835095 31 Brimley Vale, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 9DA 5.60 Miles
Carrs Cars 01392 833533 13 Gissons Lane, Exeter, Devon, EX6 7UB 6.04 Miles
Alansway Taxis Ltd 01626 334477 King Charles Business Park/Old Newton Rd, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 6UT 6.09 Miles
All Cars Recycle Devon 01626 835466 9C King Charles Business Park, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 6UT 6.09 Miles
Devon Executive Chauffeurs 056 0154 3848 Townsend, Exeter, Devon, EX6 7UG 6.31 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Bridford Square Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stonemills Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Higher Cristow Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bridford Mill Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Swannaford Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Teign House Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Layne Fields Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Steps Bridge Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pound Christow Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dunsford Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Reedy Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Butts Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Coombe Cross Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lower Ashton Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Farrants Farm Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Christow Surgery	Layne Fields Christow Devon EX6 7NY
Moretonhampstead Health Centre 01647 440591	The Health Centre Embleford Crescent Newton Abbott Devon TQ13 8LW
Pathfinder Surgery	Pathfinder Village Exeter Devon EX6 6BT
Cheriton Bishop Surgery 01647 24272	The Surgery Cheriton Bishop Exeter Devon EX6 6JA
Bovey Tracey & Chudleigh Practice 01626 832666	Riverside Surgery Le Molay,Littry Way Bovey Tracey Devon TQ13 9QP

Local Stores

Moretonhampstead
Court Street
Moretonhampstead
Mortonhampstead
Devon
TQ13 8NE
01647 440253
Store Website
4.00 miles

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SPAR Bovey Tracey
SPAR
42 Fore Street
Bovey Tracey
TQ13 9AD
01626 835461
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Moorgate Veterinary Group
Old Mines Road Christow Exeter Devon EX6 7PL 01626 833023 moorgatevets@btconnect.com Website 1.28 miles
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Phoenix Equine
Middle Mapstone Farm Mapstone Hill Lustleigh Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 9SE 01626 336538 devonhorsedoctor@gmail.com Website 3.71 miles


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Moorgate Veterinary Group
31 Court Street Moretonhampstead Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 8LG 01647 440441 moorgatevets@btconnect.com Website 4.10 miles
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St Boniface Veterinary Clinic Ltd
Rooms Rear Tedburn St Mary Village Hall Tedburn St Mary Tedburn Exeter Devon EX6 6DZ 01363 772860 info@stbonifacevets.co.uk Website 4.86 miles

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Moorgate Veterinary Group
Mill House Station Road Bovey Tracey Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 9AL 01626 833023 moorgatevets@btconnect.com Website 5.14 miles
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Mercury Vets
Unit 2 King Charles Business Park Old Newton Road Heathfield Devon TQ12 6UT 07703 988387 alison_hawkes@hotmail.co.uk Website 6.01 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Tottiford Reservoir
My Dog Adores This Walk, Lots Of Water And Wooded Area To Run Around In. Can Get Rather Muddy In Wetter Times Of The Year. Tottiford Reservoir Lancashire 2.10 miles

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Haldon Forest Park
Haldon Forest Has Loads Of Walks And Cycle Trails, There’S Something For Everyone. There’S A Cafe, Cycle And Segway Hire. King'S Rd Exeter Lancashire EX6 7XR 4.26 miles

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Parke Bovey Tracey
B3387 Lancashire 4.99 miles

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Fingle Bridge
Fingle Bridge Exeter Lancashire EX6 6PW 5.06 miles Follow The Signs From The Square In Drewsteignton

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Stover Country Park
A Lovely Walk Around Stover Lake And The Surrounding Woodland With Lots Of Marked Trails To Make Your Walk As Short Or As Long As You Like. Dogs Can Be Let Off The Lead But Must Be Kept Out Of The Lake. It Is Mostly Flat So Suitable For Wheelchairs And Pushchairs. Toilets Are Available Near The Carpark And There Is A Picnic Area Under The Trees. Carriage Dr Heathfield 7.10 miles

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Exeter Canal
You Can Make This Walk As Long Or Short As You Like. We Parked For Free Just Off The A379 Bridge Road Then Walked Upstream Through The Fields To The Double Locks Pub. (Which Is Very Dog Friendly) 54 Bridge Rd Exeter Lancashire EX2 7BB 7.95 miles

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