Welcome to Polsloe

Polsloe is a small suburb located in the city of Exeter, Devon. It is situated on the eastern side of the city and is bordered by the River Exe to the south. The area is known for its peaceful and quiet atmosphere, making it an ideal place for families and retirees. Polsloe is also home to several parks and green spaces, including the Heavitree Pleasure Grounds and the Polsloe Bridge Nature Reserve, which offer residents and visitors a chance to enjoy the outdoors.

One of the most notable features of Polsloe is its historic architecture. The area is home to several listed buildings, including the Polsloe Priory, a former Augustinian priory that dates back to the 12th century. The priory is now a private residence, but its impressive architecture and rich history make it a popular attraction for visitors to the area. Other notable buildings in Polsloe include the Polsloe House, a Georgian mansion that is now used as a care home, and the Polsloe Bridge railway station, which was built in the 19th century and is now a Grade II listed building.

Despite its small size, Polsloe has a strong sense of community. The area is home to several local businesses, including a post office, a convenience store, and a pub, which serve as gathering places for residents. Polsloe also has a primary school, which is highly regarded for its academic achievements and community involvement. The school hosts several events throughout the year, including a summer fair and a Christmas bazaar, which bring together residents of all ages and backgrounds. Overall, Polsloe is a charming and welcoming community that offers a unique blend of history, nature, and community spirit.

Local Weather

Fog

Temp: -0.7°C

Feels Like: -2°C

Wind: 2.7 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
Vranch House School Other Independent Special School Ages:2-12 Head Teacher Mrs Ian Norton	Pinhoe Road Exeter Devon EX4 8AD 01392468333 School Website
Whipton Barton Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Louise Moretta	Whipton Barton Junior School Hill Lane Whipton Exeter Devon EX1 3JP 1392466072 School Website
Whipton Barton Infants And Nursery School Academy Converter Ages:2-7 Head Teacher Mrs Louise Moretta	Whipton Barton Infant And Nursery School Hiil Lane Whipton Exeter Devon EX1 3JP 1392467556 School Website
Ladysmith Infant And Nursery School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Mark Wilkinson	Ladysmith Road Exeter Devon EX1 2PS 01392271596 School Website
Ladysmith Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Mark Wilkinson	Pretoria Road Exeter Devon EX1 2PT 01392255554 School Website
St James School Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Lindsay Skinner	Summer Lane Exeter Devon EX4 8NN 01392209922 School Website
Willowbrook School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Molly Marlow	Summer Lane Beacon Heath Exeter Devon EX4 8NN 01392466208 School Website
St Michaels Church Of England Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Karen Leach	South Lawn Terrace Heavitree Exeter Devon EX1 2SN 01392256669 School Website
Stoke Hill Infants And Nursery School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Yvonne Hammerton-Jackson	Stoke Hill Exeter Devon EX4 7DB 01392258894 School Website
Stoke Hill Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Yvonne Hammerton-Jackson	Stoke Hill Exeter Devon EX4 7DP 01392667830 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Polsloe Bridge Pinhoe Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 8AB 0.03 Miles

St James' Park Well Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 6QB 0.93 Miles

Exeter Central Queen Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3SB 1.46 Miles

Pinhoe Station Road, Pinhoe, Devon, EX1 3SE 1.54 Miles

Exeter St Davids Bonhay Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4NT 1.86 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Exeter Taxi 07787 368984 South Lawn Terrace, Exeter, Devon, EX1 2SW 0.58 Miles
Exe Cars Taxis 01392 346161 2 Newcombe St Gdns, Exeter, Devon, EX1 2TP 0.61 Miles
Derry Cars 01392 439244 12 De La Rue Way, Exeter, Devon, EX1 3DS 0.66 Miles
Airports Direct Southwest 01392 421439 55 Whipton Lane, Exeter, Devon, EX4 8ER 0.81 Miles
Wheelchair Taxi Services Exeter 07940 539721 42 Meadow Way, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5BH 0.85 Miles
Alpha Taxis 01392 444333 50 Beacon Heath, Exeter, Devon, EX4 8QA 0.87 Miles
Jay Cars Taxi 01392 217000 69-73 Sidwell Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 6PJ 0.99 Miles
Exeter Eco-Cars 01392 259880 4 Coronation Rd, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5BZ 1.09 Miles
Club Cars Exeter 01392 595959 Belgrave Road, Exeter, Devon, EX1 2LB 1.09 Miles
Taxi Card 01392 494001 8-10 Paris Street, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1GA 1.25 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Widgery Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Pinhoe Road Post Office Collection Today available until:11:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Hamlin Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pinhoe Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
St Marks Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Prince Charles Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Whipton Post Office Collection Today available until:11:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Monks Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ladysmith Road Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Beacon Lane Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wayside Crescent No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Chard Road Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Priory Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wynford Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
South Lawn Terrace No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Whipton Surgery	10 Whipton Village Road Whipton Exeter Devon EX4 8AR
Isca Medical Practice 01392 273805	Isca Medical Practice 38 Polsloe Road Exeter Devon EX1 2DW
Heavitree Practice 01392 222099	Heavitree Health Centre South Lawn Terrace Heavitree, Exeter Devon EX1 2RX
South Lawn Medical Practice 01392 281101	South Lawn Med Practice Heavitree Health Ctr South Lawn Tce Exeter, Devon EX1 2RX
Whipton Surgery 01392 462770	The Whipton Surgery 378 Pinhoe Road Exeter Devon EX4 8EG

Local Stores

Heavitree
61-63 Fore Street
Heavitree
Exeter
Devon
EX1 2RJ
01392 276055
Store Website
0.68 miles

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SPAR Whipton
54 Whipton Village Road
Whipton
Exeter
EX4 8AN
01392 467393
Store Website
0.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Cityvets (Exeter) Ltd
46 Whipton Village Road Whipton Exeter Devon EX4 8AW 01392 465553 whipton@cityvets.co.uk Website 0.35 miles

Animals Treated
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Medivet Polsloe
25 Park Road Mount Pleasant Exeter Devon EX1 2HS 01392 436006 polsloe@medivet.co.uk Website 0.51 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Cityvets (Exeter) Ltd
Rosary House 27 Fore Street Heavitree Exeter Devon EX1 2QJ 01392 250066 heavitree@cityvets.co.uk Website 0.69 miles
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Ark Vets - Pinhoe
3 Sandpiper Court Harrington Lane Exeter Devon EX4 8NS 01392 469770 info@arkvets-exeter.co.uk Website 1.08 miles
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Animals Treated
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Beaumont Veterinary Centre
31 Main Road Pinhoe Exeter Devon EX4 9EY 01392 460300 admin@beaumont-vets.co.uk Website 1.56 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Vets4pets Exeter
Inside Pets At Home Rydon Lane Retail Park Exeter Devon EX2 7HX 01392 266 860 exeter@companioncare.co.uk Website 1.61 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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An out of hours service is used when we are closed to provide 24/7 care.
Tue	08:00	19:00
An out of hours service is used when we are closed to provide 24/7 care
Wed	08:00	19:00
An out of hours service is used when we are closed to provide 24/7 care
Thu	08:00	19:00
An out of hours service is used when we are closed to provide 24/7 care
Fri	08:00	19:00
An out of hours service is used when we are closed to provide 24/7 care
Sat	08:00	17:00
Times may Vary An out of hours service is used when we are closed.
Sun	10:00	16:00
An out of hours service is used when we are closed to provide 24/7 care.

Local Dog Walks

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 2.42 miles

Location what3words list.drank.allow

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 2.85 miles

Location what3words glad.earlobes.thorax

Killerton House
A National Trust House. Beare Ln Exeter Lancashire EX5 3LB 4.70 miles

Location what3words distract.frostbite.estimated

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 6.45 miles

Location what3words uses.families.nightfall

Mamhead Walk
Forest Walk - Long Or Short Mamhead 7.79 miles Lots Of Parking In Lots Of Places

Location what3words vocal.gosh.claw

Exmouth Seafront
Esplanade Lancashire 8.81 miles

Location what3words discouraged.bills.smiles

Weather Forecast

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