Welcome to Manaton

Manaton is a small village located in the heart of Dartmoor National Park in Devon, England. The village is surrounded by beautiful moorland and is home to a number of historic buildings, including the 13th-century St. Winifred's Church. The village is also known for its traditional thatched cottages, which are a popular attraction for visitors to the area.

One of the main attractions in Manaton is the popular walking trail that runs through the village and into the surrounding moorland. The trail offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside and is a great way to explore the area. The village is also home to a number of local pubs and restaurants, which offer a range of traditional Devonshire cuisine and locally brewed ales.

Manaton is a popular destination for visitors to Dartmoor National Park, and there are a number of accommodation options available in the village and surrounding area. From traditional bed and breakfasts to luxury hotels, there is something to suit every budget and taste. Whether you are looking for a relaxing break in the countryside or an active holiday exploring the moors, Manaton is the perfect destination.

Local Weather

Partly Cloudy

Temp: 8.6°C

Feels Like: 5.5°C

Wind: 13.6 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Moretonhampstead Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Alexandra Waterman	Betton Way Moretonhampstead Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 8NA 01647440482 School Website
Widecombe In The Moor Primary Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Anthony Arnold	Widecombe-In-The-Moor Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 7TB 01364621261 School Website
Ilsington Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Miss Samantha Mccarthy-Patmore	Ilsington Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 9RE 01364661208 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
Running Deer School Other Independent Special School Ages:8-16 Head Teacher Mr Nicholas Hurst	Butterdon Wood Willingstone Moretonhampstead TQ13 8PY 1647279328 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
Chagford Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Ed Finch	Lower Street Chagford Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 8BZ 1647432412 School Website
Christow Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Amy Yeo	Dry Lane Christow Exeter Devon EX6 7PE 01647252542 School Website
The Greater Horseshoe School Other Independent Special School Ages:8-18 Head Teacher Mr Lukasz Miecznikowski	Little Bovey Lane Heathfield Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 6RH 7592504811 School Website
Blackpool Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Tania Cox	Liverton Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 6JB 1626821316 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Newton Abbot Station Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2JE 9.66 Miles

Yeoford Station Approach, Yeoford, Devon, EX17 5JB 11.21 Miles

Exeter St Thomas Cowick Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 1AJ 12.20 Miles

Exeter St Davids Bonhay Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4NT 12.57 Miles

Crediton Station Approach, Crediton, Devon, EX17 3BY 12.66 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Mooreland Taxis 01626 835095 31 Brimley Vale, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 9DA 4.36 Miles
Bovey Cars 01626 834163 22 Mary Street, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 9HE 4.39 Miles
Alansway Taxis Ltd 01626 334477 King Charles Business Park/Old Newton Rd, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 6UT 5.37 Miles
All Cars Recycle Devon 01626 835466 9C King Charles Business Park, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 6UT 5.37 Miles
Newton Abbot Taxi Company 01626 818434 Sharps Crest, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 6SR 6.17 Miles
Touchdown Transfers 0845 009 2725 34 Sharps Crest, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 6SR 6.17 Miles
Teignbridge Cabs 07765 395341 2 Jordan Meadow, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 7BZ 6.80 Miles
Cruz Chauffeur Cars 01647 281196 Puddicombe House, Exeter, Devon, EX6 6RD 6.91 Miles
Ashburton Taxis 01364 652423 The Grove/Stonepark, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 7RH 7.32 Miles
Chudleigh Private Hire 01626 853129 86 Palace Meadow, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 0PJ 7.33 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Manaton Green Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Lustleigh Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Canna Park Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Briarfield / Youlden Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brookfield Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Moretonhampstead Health Centre 01647 440591	The Health Centre Embleford Crescent Newton Abbott Devon TQ13 8LW
Bovey Tracey & Chudleigh Practice 01626 832666	Riverside Surgery Le Molay,Littry Way Bovey Tracey Devon TQ13 9QP
Chagford Health Centre 01647 433320	The Health Centre Chagford Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 8BW
Christow Surgery	Layne Fields Christow Devon EX6 7NY
Ilford Park Polish Home	Ilford Park Stover Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 6QH

Local Stores

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

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SPAR Bovey Tracey
SPAR
42 Fore Street
Bovey Tracey
TQ13 9AD
01626 835461
Store Website
4.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Phoenix Equine
Middle Mapstone Farm Mapstone Hill Lustleigh Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 9SE 01626 336538 devonhorsedoctor@gmail.com Website 1.89 miles


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Moorgate Veterinary Group
31 Court Street Moretonhampstead Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 8LG 01647 440441 moorgatevets@btconnect.com Website 3.01 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 4.31 miles
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Okeford Veterinary Centre - Chagford
The Old Exchange Chagford Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 8BZ 01647 432488 info@okefordvets.co.uk Website 5.08 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 5.29 miles

Animals Treated
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Molecare Veterinary Services
22 Battle Road Heathfield Industrial Estate Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 6RY 01626 835 002 newton.abbot@molecarevets.com Website 5.88 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Parke Bovey Tracey
B3387 Lancashire 3.80 miles

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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 3.96 miles

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Fingle Bridge
Fingle Bridge Exeter Lancashire EX6 6PW 5.48 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 6.44 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 8.61 miles

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Bakers Park/Bradley Manor
6 Totnes Rd Lancashire 9.07 miles

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Weather Forecast

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Temp	-0.3°C	-0.5°C	-0.7°C	-1.4°C	-2.4°C	-3.9°C	-5.7°C	-7.4°C	-8.5°C	-9.2°C	-11.7°C	-12°C
Feels Like	-4.2°C	-4.3°C	-4.6°C	-5.5°C	-7.4°C	-9.7°C	-11.8°C	-14.1°C	-16.2°C	-16.9°C	-19.1°C	-20.7°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

	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-13.1°C	-13.6°C	-14.1°C	-14.8°C	-13.4°C	-11.7°C	-9.5°C	-7.5°C	-6.7°C	-7.1°C	-8.5°C	-9.5°C
Feels Like	-22°C	-22°C	-22.1°C	-22.2°C	-21.2°C	-18.9°C	-15.1°C	-11.8°C	-9.6°C	-10°C	-12.7°C	-14.8°C

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Temp	-9.7°C	-8.7°C	-8°C	-8°C	-6.6°C	-3.5°C	0.8°C	3.9°C	4.4°C	2.7°C	0.5°C	-5.1°C
Feels Like	-15.6°C	-15.1°C	-14.9°C	-15.3°C	-14°C	-10.4°C	-5.1°C	-0.9°C	0.5°C	-0.7°C	-3°C	-9.8°C

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