Welcome to Dunchideock

Dunchideock is a small village located in the county of Devon, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles southwest of the city of Exeter and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its picturesque views and peaceful atmosphere, making it a popular destination for tourists looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

One of the main attractions in Dunchideock is the St. Michael and All Angels Church, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and features a beautiful stained glass window and a bell tower. Visitors can also explore the churchyard, which is home to several historic graves and monuments.

Another popular attraction in Dunchideock is the Dunchideock Reservoir, which is located just outside the village. The reservoir is a popular spot for fishing and birdwatching, and there are several walking trails that offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Overall, Dunchideock is a charming village that offers visitors a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Local Schools

School	Details
The Outdoors School Other Independent Special School Ages:7-16 Head Teacher Mrs Robyn Vincent	Straw Barn Barton Lane Shillingford Abbot Exeter Devon EX2 9QQ 1392832632 School Website
Ide Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Miss Alice Purcell	High Street Ide Exeter Devon EX2 9RN 1392259964 School Website
Doddiscombsleigh Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Martin Harding	Doddiscombsleigh Exeter Devon EX6 7PR 01647252253 School Website
Kenn Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lorraine Curry	Kennford Exeter Devon EX6 7TX 1392832347 School Website
Alphington Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Sharon Tarr	Wheatsheaf Way Alphington Exeter Devon EX2 8RQ 1392254291 School Website
West Exe School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Julie Fossey	Hatherleigh Road Exeter EX2 9JU 1392660100
Barley Lane School Foundation Special School Ages:7-16 Head Teacher Mr David Jones	Barley Lane St Thomas Exeter Devon EX4 1TA 01392430774 School Website
Bowhill Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Joanna Dentith	Buddle Lane St Thomas Exeter Devon EX4 1JT 1392206585 School Website
West Exe Childrens Centre La Nursery School Ages:2-5 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Baker	Cowick Street Exeter Devon EX4 1HL 01392279361 School Website
Torlands Academy Academy Alternative Provision Converter Ages:5-16 Head Teacher Mrs Frances Harland	Merrivale Road St Thomas Exeter EX4 1PT 1392495437

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Exeter St Thomas Cowick Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 1AJ 3.14 Miles

Exeter St Davids Bonhay Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4NT 3.80 Miles

Exeter Central Queen Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3SB 3.81 Miles

Digby And Sowton Digby Drive, Exeter, Devon, EX2 7AW 4.20 Miles

St James' Park Well Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 6QB 4.40 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Carrs Cars 01392 833533 13 Gissons Lane, Exeter, Devon, EX6 7UB 2.24 Miles
Devon Executive Chauffeurs 056 0154 3848 Townsend, Exeter, Devon, EX6 7UG 2.55 Miles
Travel Connections 01392 422422 57 Beaufort Rd, Exeter, Devon, EX2 9AA 3.04 Miles
The Sowton And Topsham Cab Co 01392 879090 57 Beaufort Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 9AA 3.04 Miles
Anthonys Cars 01392 203313 St Andrews Yard, Exeter, Devon, EX2 8EP 3.07 Miles
Grecian Cabs 01392 203646 12 St. Leonards Av, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4DL 3.46 Miles
Alpha Taxis 01392 669669 Jasmine House, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3AZ 3.52 Miles
Gemini Taxis 01392 666666 50A-53A South Street, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1EE 3.53 Miles
Tudor Taxis 07753 454329 252 Exwick Rd, Exeter, Devon, EX4 2BA 3.55 Miles
South West Camper Hire 01392 811931 The Barn, Exeter, Devon, EX4 2HH 3.71 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Dunchideock Bridge Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dunchideock (Thatch) Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Oak Lodge Dunchideock Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Clapham Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Shillingford St George Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Green Acres Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
High Street Ide Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Shillingford Abbot Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Marks Cross Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Doddiscombesleigh Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ide Post Office Collection Today available until:11:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Perridge Lodge Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kennford Post Office Collection Today available until:11:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Peamore (Frank Tuckers) Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gissons Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Ide Lane Surgery 01392 428900	Ide Lane Surgery Ide Lane, Alphington Exeter Devon EX2 8UP
Secure Service Scheme 01392 823152	Devon Health Ltd,Unit 10, Manaton Crt,Manaton Close Exeter Devon EX2 8PF
Exeter Headache Clinic 01392 676679	St Thomas Health Centre Cowick Street Exeter Devon EX4 1HJ
St Thomas Medical Group 01392 676676	St Thomas Health Centre Cowick Street, St Thomas Exeter Devon EX4 1HJ
St Thomas Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	St Thomas Health Centre Cowick Street St Thomas Exeter EX4 1HJ

Local Stores

Exeter - Alphington Road
107 Alphington Road
Exeter
Devon
EX2 8JD
01392 459634
Store Website
2.42 miles

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SPAR Alphington
SPAR
30 Myrtle Close
Ide Lane, Alphington
Exeter
EX2 8UX
01392 258103
Store Website
2.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Cityvets (Exeter) Ltd
12 Lovelace Gardens Alphington Exeter Devon EX2 8XQ 01392 493 999 alphington@cityvets.co.uk Website 2.43 miles
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Moorgate Veterinary Group
Old Mines Road Christow Exeter Devon EX6 7PL 01626 833023 moorgatevets@btconnect.com Website 3.02 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Cityvets (Exeter) Ltd
101 Buddle Lane St. Thomas Exeter Devon EX4 1QS 01392 250000 buddle@cityvets.co.uk Website 3.11 miles
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St Davids Veterinary Group - Exminster
St Davids Veterinary Clinic Shell House, Dawlish Road Exminster Exeter Devon EX6 8AA 01392 422898 exminster@stdavidsvets.com Website 3.40 miles
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St Davids Veterinary Group - Exeter
St Davids Veterinary Hospital St David'S Station Exeter Devon EX4 4NT 01392 271221 hospital@stdavidsvets.com Website 3.79 miles
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Exeter Veterinary Surgery
302 Topsham Road Exeter Devon EX2 6HG 01392 491838 vets@exetervets.co.uk Website 3.92 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 1.86 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 3.67 miles

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Mamhead Walk
Forest Walk - Long Or Short Mamhead 5.37 miles Lots Of Parking In Lots Of Places

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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 5.45 miles

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Brampford Speke
Turn Left At Post Office In Stoke Canon And Go Over The Train Tracks. Free Parking. Follow Footpath Through The Fields, Past The Stream And Over Several Gates And Bridges. You Can Either Divert And Have A Drink In The Pub (Check Pub Times) Or Continue On The Footpath, Past The Old Train Stop And Follow The Signs For The Footpath. You Will Continue Through Open Fields, Past Another Stream And Through A Farm. You Will Finally Come To The Road, Turn Right And Follow It Until You Reach Your Car, Green Ln Lancashire 7.10 miles

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Parke Bovey Tracey
B3387 Lancashire 7.61 miles

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