Welcome to Brixham

Brixham is a small fishing town located in the county of Devon, England. It is situated on the southern coast of the country and is known for its picturesque harbor and stunning views of the English Channel. The town has a rich history, dating back to the 10th century when it was a small fishing village. Today, Brixham is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors from all over the world who come to enjoy its beautiful beaches, quaint shops, and delicious seafood.

One of the main attractions in Brixham is its bustling harbor, which is home to a large fishing fleet. Visitors can watch the fishermen bring in their catch of the day and even sample some of the freshest seafood in the country. The harbor is also a great place to take a stroll and admire the colorful boats and historic buildings that line the waterfront. For those who want to learn more about the town's fishing heritage, the Brixham Heritage Museum is a must-visit attraction.

In addition to its fishing industry, Brixham is also known for its stunning natural beauty. The town is surrounded by rolling hills and rugged coastline, making it a great destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can take a hike along the South West Coast Path, which offers breathtaking views of the English Channel and the surrounding countryside. Brixham is also home to several beautiful beaches, including Breakwater Beach and Fishcombe Cove, which are perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and relaxing.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 7.9°C

Feels Like: 6.3°C

Wind: 5.6 MPH

Wind Dir: WSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Furzeham Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Paul Adams	Higher Furzeham Road Brixham Devon TQ5 8BL 1803853347 School Website
Brixham Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Ben Nelson-Smith	Higher Ranscombe Road Brixham Devon TQ5 9HF 1803882575 School Website
Brixham College Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Mark Eager	Higher Ranscombe Road Brixham Devon TQ5 9HF 1803858271 School Website
Eden Park Primary School Academy Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Ian Morgan	Eden Park Brixham Devon TQ5 9NH 01803854011 School Website
St Margaret Clitherow Catholic Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Hannah Maskell	Polhearne Way Brixham Devon TQ5 0EE 01803851647 School Website
Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Kieran Earley	Greenway Road Churston Ferrers Brixham Devon TQ5 0LN 01803842289 School Website
Galmpton Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Katy Burns	Greenway Road Galmpton Brixham Devon TQ5 0LT 1803842628 School Website
White Rock Primary School Foundation School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Tomkinson	Davies Avenue Paignton Devon TQ4 7AW 01803577940 School Website
Roselands Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Danny Brown	Lynmouth Avenue Paignton Devon TQ4 7RQ 01803525375 School Website
South Devon College Further Education Ages:14-99 Head Teacher Mr Laurence Frewin	Vantage Point Long Road Paignton Devon TQ4 7EJ 1803540540 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Paignton Station Square, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 5EF 3.53 Miles

Torquay Rathmore Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6NU 4.80 Miles

Torre Newton Road, Torre, Devon, TQ2 5DD 5.66 Miles

Totnes Station Road, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5JR 8.07 Miles

Newton Abbot Station Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2JE 9.91 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Ace Taxis 01803 882121 1 Union Lane, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 8DY 0.03 Miles
Brixham Taxis 01803 853000 6A Fore St, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 8DS 0.03 Miles
A1taxi Co Ltd 01803 883883 6A Fore St, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 8DS 0.03 Miles
Dec Cars 01803 856163 The Pines/Parkham Lane, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 9JR 0.17 Miles
Celebration Vintage Cars 01803 859385 The Studios, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 8HR 0.20 Miles
Brixham Minibus Taxis 01803 857050 5 Castor Rd, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 9PX 0.39 Miles
Premier Cars 07964 078645 Flat 5/Clennon Court/Castor Rd, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 9PX 0.39 Miles
Abc Taxis 01803 855621 34 Pillar Avenue, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 8LB 0.44 Miles
Mainland Taxi's Ltd 07970 121466 66 Milton Street, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 0AS 1.10 Miles
Cars For Occasions 01803 846000 3 Bascombe Close, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 0JR 1.80 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Brixham Delivery Office Collection Today available until:12:15 Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Fore Street Post Office Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Fore Street Post Office Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
South Furzeham Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
New Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Great Gate Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Higher Furzeham Post Office Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cudhill Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lindthorpe Way Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ranscombe Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Compass House Medical Centres 01803 855897	Compass House Medical Ctr King Street Brixham Devon TQ5 9TF
Mayfield Medical Centre	Brixham Hospital Greenswood Road Brixham TQ5 9HW
Compass House Medical Centres 01803 842284	2 Langdon Lane Galmpton Devon TQ5 0PG
Mayfield Medical Centre	Cherry Brook Square Hookhills Road Paignton TQ4 7SH
Paignton Medical Partnership	Grosvenor Road Surgery 17 Grosvenor Road Paignton Devon TQ4 5AZ

Local Stores

Brixham Fore Street
75 Fore Street
Brixham
Brixham
Devon
TQ5 8AG
01803 852888
shop.8668@coop.co.uk
Store Website
0.16 miles

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SPAR Fore St, Brixham
14 - 16 Fore St
Brixham
TQ5 8DS
01803 851636
Store Website

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Dart Vale Veterinary Group
13-15 Penn Meadows Brixham Devon TQ5 9PW 01803 854051 nurses-totnes@dartvale.co.uk Website 0.43 miles
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Silverton Veterinary Practice Ltd
8 Summercourt Way Brixham Devon TQ5 0DY 01803 853060 reception@silvertonvets.co.uk 0.92 miles

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Greenbay Vets Ltd
79 Kingsway Avenue Paignton Devon TQ4 7AB 01803 843836 info@greenbayvets.co.uk Website 2.92 miles
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Silverton Veterinary Practice Ltd
8 Grosvenor Road Paignton Devon TQ4 5AY 01803 558588 reception@silvertonvets.co.uk Website 3.49 miles
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Bay Vet Group
1 Yannons Court Yannons Road Paignton Devon TQ4 7HU 01803 467999 reception@bayvetgroup.co.uk Website 3.58 miles
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24/7 Emergency service at all other times

Dart Vale Veterinary Group
31 Manor Road Paignton Devon TQ3 2HZ 01803 550491 nurses-paignton@dartvale.co.uk Website 3.99 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Berryhead Country Park
Coastal Cliff Top Walk, Totally Flat And Buggy Friendly. Great Cafe Serving Breakfast And Lunches 36 Gillard Rd Lancashire 0.82 miles

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

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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 5.15 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).

Cockington Country Park
Cockington Ln Torquay Lancashire TQ2 6XB 5.21 miles Torquay

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Bradley Manor
Going To Try This Walk Today It's Local And It's Lovely. 56-60 East St Lancashire 10.17 miles

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Bakers Park/Bradley Manor
6 Totnes Rd Lancashire 10.18 miles

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Weather Forecast

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