Welcome to Maidencombe

Maidencombe is a small village located in the county of Devon, England. It is situated on the coast, between the towns of Torquay and Teignmouth. The village is known for its beautiful beaches, stunning cliffs, and picturesque countryside. It is a popular destination for tourists who come to enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

One of the main attractions of Maidencombe is its beach. The beach is a mixture of sand and shingle and is surrounded by cliffs on either side. It is a great place to relax and soak up the sun, or to take a dip in the sea. There are also plenty of rock pools to explore, which are home to a variety of marine life. The beach is also popular with surfers and kayakers, who come to enjoy the waves and the stunning scenery.

Another popular attraction in Maidencombe is the South West Coast Path. This long-distance walking trail runs along the coast of Devon and Cornwall, and passes through Maidencombe. The path offers stunning views of the coastline, and is a great way to explore the area. There are also plenty of other walking and cycling routes in the area, which take you through the beautiful countryside and along the coast. Whether you are looking for a gentle stroll or a more challenging hike, there is something for everyone in Maidencombe.

Local Weather

Freezing fog

Temp: -0.6°C

Feels Like: -3.6°C

Wind: 5.4 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
Mayfield School Community Special School Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Mrs Stuart Heron	Moor Lane Watcombe Torquay Devon TQ2 8NH 01803328375 School Website
Watcombe Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Tim Nield	Moor Lane Torquay Devon TQ2 8NU 01803327419 School Website
Combe Pafford School Academy Special Converter Ages:6-19 Head Teacher Mike Lock	Steps Lane Watcombe Torquay Devon TQ2 8NL 1803327902
Stokeinteignhead School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Martin Harding	School Road Stokeinteignhead Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 4QE 01626873208 School Website
St Marychurch Church Of England Primary And Nursery School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Phillip Sidaway-Lee	Hartop Road St Marychurch Torquay Devon TQ1 4QH 01803329070 School Website
Barton Hill Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Samantha Smith	Barton Hill Road Torquay Devon TQ2 8JA 01803327161 School Website
St Cuthbert Mayne School Voluntary Aided School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr James Down	Trumlands Road Torquay Devon TQ1 4RN 01803328725 School Website
The Burton Academy Academy Alternative Provision Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Steven Hulme	South Parks Road Torquay Devon TQ2 8JE 1803326330 School Website
Priory Roman Catholic Primary School Torquay Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Hannah Maskell	St Catherine's Road St Marychurch Torquay Devon TQ1 4NZ 01803328480 School Website
Abbey School Other Independent School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Fleur Greinig	Hampton Court Fore Street St Marychurch Torquay Devon TQ1 4PR 01803327868 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Torre Newton Road, Torre, Devon, TQ2 5DD 2.66 Miles

Teignmouth Station Approach, Off Exeter Road, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 8PG 3.01 Miles

Torquay Rathmore Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6NU 3.38 Miles

Newton Abbot Station Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2JE 3.79 Miles

Paignton Station Square, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 5EF 5.47 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Price A Cab 0844 745 3090 54 Fore St, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 8BL 1.36 Miles
Torquay Taxis Ltd 01803 326007 Kingskerswell Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 8JT 1.45 Miles
The Low Cost Taxi Company 01803 214000 51 Leeward Lane, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 7GB 1.56 Miles
Babbacombe Cars 01803 326450 21 Petitor Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4QD 1.61 Miles
Rs Taxis And Holiday Link 01803 313188 22A Western Rd, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4RL 1.62 Miles
U K V C Cars 01803 500550 4/The Old Town Hall/Manor Rd, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3JS 1.91 Miles
Price First Taxis 01803 322322 145 Reddenhill Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3NT 2.09 Miles
Airport Transfers Direct 01803 311122 209 Babbacombe Rd, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3SX 2.24 Miles
Terry's Taxis 01626 873334 12 The Homeyards, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 0EQ 2.26 Miles
Riverside Taxis 01626 873378 28A Fore Street, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 0DE 2.26 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Maidencombe Cross No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Solomons Post No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Higher Gabwell No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wynne Estate No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Langley Manor No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Seymour Drive No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Watcombe Park Post Office Collection Today available until:12:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Middle Rocombe No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bowerland Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Church Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
King George V Playing Fields No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stoke Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Watcombe Estate No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lawn Close No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Daccombe No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Brunel Medical Practice (St Marychurch)	The Medical Centre Fore Street St. Marychurch Torquay Devon TQ1 4QX
Chilcote Practice 01803 316333	Chilcote Surgery Dewerstone Practice Hampton Avenue, Torquay Devon TQ1 3LA
The Barton Health Centre	Barton Hill Way Hele Torquay Devon TQ2 8JG
Chilcote Surgery 01803 314277	104 Chatto Road Torquay Devon TQ1 4HY
Brunel Medical Practice 01803 312233	Brunel Medical Practice St Albans Rd,Babbacombe Torquay Devon TQ1 3SL

Local Stores

Barton
162 Barton Hill Road
Barton Hill Road
Torquay
Devon
TQ2 8HN
01803 327488
shop.8666@coop.co.uk
Store Website
1.42 miles

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SPAR Watcombe
354 - 358 Teighnmouth Road
Torquay
TQ1 4SW
01803 310912
Store Website
1.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Animal Health Centre
43 Moor Lane Torquay Devon TQ2 8NU 01803 313400 0.92 miles
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Quarry House Vets
148 Teignmouth Road Torquay Devon TQ1 4RY 01803 324341 quarryvets@gmail.com Website 1.90 miles
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Powderham Veterinary Group
Condor Way Torquay TQ2 7TG 01803 614 700 office@powderhamvetgroup.co.uk Website 2.07 miles
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Torquay Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Bridge Retail Park Torquay Devon TQ2 7AP torquay@vets4pets.com 2.10 miles


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Bay Vet Group
96 Warbro Road Ellacombe Torquay Devon TQ1 3RE 01803 314940 Website 2.23 miles
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Silverton Veterinary Practice Ltd
86 Cadewell Lane Torquay Devon TQ2 7HP 01803 614619 reception@silvertonvets.co.uk 2.64 miles

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Local Dog Walks

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 3.54 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 3.62 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 4.19 miles

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Bakers Park/Bradley Manor
6 Totnes Rd Lancashire 4.61 miles

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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 6.86 miles

Location what3words give.instructs.suitable

Mamhead Walk
Forest Walk - Long Or Short Mamhead 7.67 miles Lots Of Parking In Lots Of Places

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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-4.1°C	-4.2°C	-4.3°C	-3.7°C	-5.9°C	-7.5°C	-9.7°C	-11.5°C	-12.1°C	-13°C	-14.8°C	-17.4°C

Sunday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

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Temp	-10°C	-10.7°C	-11.4°C	-12.1°C	-12.3°C	-11.4°C	-9.5°C	-7.7°C	-7°C	-7.3°C	-8.7°C	-9.4°C
Feels Like	-17.8°C	-18.5°C	-19.2°C	-19.8°C	-20°C	-18.5°C	-15.3°C	-11.8°C	-10.2°C	-10.6°C	-12.8°C	-15.5°C

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