Welcome to Waddeton

Waddeton is a small village located in the South Hams district of Devon, England. The village is situated on the banks of the River Dart and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Waddeton is a peaceful and tranquil place, perfect for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The village has a rich history and is home to several historic buildings, including the 14th-century St. Peter's Church.

One of the main attractions of Waddeton is its proximity to the River Dart. The river is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities. Visitors can take a leisurely stroll along the riverbank or hire a boat and explore the waterways. The village is also home to several walking trails that offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The Waddeton to Greenway walk is particularly popular, as it takes visitors through the beautiful woodland and past the former home of Agatha Christie.

Despite its small size, Waddeton has a strong sense of community. The village has a local pub, The Maltsters Arms, which serves delicious food and drink. The pub is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike, and is known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere. Waddeton also has a village hall, which hosts a range of events throughout the year, including concerts, plays, and community gatherings. Overall, Waddeton is a charming and picturesque village that offers visitors a taste of rural Devon life.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 8.1°C

Feels Like: 6.4°C

Wind: 5.8 MPH

Wind Dir: W

Local Schools

School	Details
South Devon College Further Education Ages:14-99 Head Teacher Mr Laurence Frewin	Vantage Point Long Road Paignton Devon TQ4 7EJ 1803540540 School Website
Roselands Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Danny Brown	Lynmouth Avenue Paignton Devon TQ4 7RQ 01803525375 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
Cambian Devon School Other Independent Special School Ages:7-18 Head Teacher Mrs Pamela Husbands	Intek House 52 Borough Road Paignton Devon TQ4 7DQ 1803524537 School Website
Paignton Community And Sports Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Miss Derwyn Williams	Waterleat Road Paignton Devon TQ3 3WA 01803403005 School Website
Hayes School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Mark Hanbury	Hayes Road Paignton Devon TQ4 5PJ 01803557336 School Website
St Michael's Church Of England Academy Free Schools Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Julie Edwards	C/O Preston Bridge School , Conway Road Paignton Devon TQ4 5LH 1803500971 School Website
Collaton St Mary Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Nicky Postlethwaite	Blagdon Road Paignton Devon TQ3 3YA 1803566433 School Website
Curledge Street Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Jessica Humphrey	Curledge Street Paignton Devon TQ4 5BA 01803557726 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

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Paignton Station Square, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 5EF 1.66 Miles

Torquay Rathmore Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6NU 3.77 Miles

Torre Newton Road, Torre, Devon, TQ2 5DD 4.46 Miles

Totnes Station Road, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5JR 4.75 Miles

Newton Abbot Station Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2JE 7.86 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
T Q Taxi 01803 665511 107 Roselands Dr, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7BT 0.31 Miles
A And L Taxis 01803 664646 29 Haytor Avenue, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7BY 0.44 Miles
Ashtons Taxis 01803 664665 Unit 16/Trojan Ind Pk/Borough Cl, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7EP 0.72 Miles
Daves Cabs Of Paignton 01803 406004 3 Underidge Close, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 3XU 1.55 Miles
Cars For Occasions 01803 846000 3 Bascombe Close, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 0JR 1.68 Miles
Torbay Taxis Ltd 01803 211611 3 Dendy Rd, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 5DB 1.70 Miles
1St Call Cabs Torbay 01803 554450 9B Central Avenue, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 2SS 1.85 Miles
Able Taxis 01803 555200 10 Kerria Cl, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 3SF 2.12 Miles
Torquay Taxis Ltd 01803 530002 25 Kings Rd, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 2AN 2.14 Miles
Happy Cabby Taxis 01803 559292 2 Barcombe Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 1PY 2.26 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Wilkins Drive Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lulworth Close Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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White Rock Post Office Collection Today available until:12:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Davies Avenue Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Roselands Drive Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Yalberton Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Tor Park Road Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Cherrybrook Drive Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Waddeton Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Borough Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Morrisons Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:14:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Grange Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Mayfield Medical Centre	Cherry Brook Square Hookhills Road Paignton TQ4 7SH
Compass House Medical Centres 01803 842284	2 Langdon Lane Galmpton Devon TQ5 0PG
Paignton Medical Partnership	Grosvenor Road Surgery 17 Grosvenor Road Paignton Devon TQ4 5AZ
Torquay Care Home Visiting Service 01803 558257	C/O Mayfield Med Cent 37 Totnes Road Paignton Devon TQ4 5LA
Mayfield Medical Centre 01803 558257	The Mayfield Medical Ctr. 37 Totnes Road Paignton Devon TQ4 5LA

Local Stores

Paignton - Hookhills Road
Hookhills Road
Paignton
Devon
TQ4 7LY
01803 842313
Store Website
0.87 miles

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SPAR Goodrington Road
91 Goodrington Road
Paignton
Torquay
TQ4 7HZ
01803 843248
Store Website
0.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Bay Vet Group
1 Yannons Court Yannons Road Paignton Devon TQ4 7HU 01803 467999 reception@bayvetgroup.co.uk Website 0.38 miles
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24/7 Emergency service at all other times
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24/7 Emergency service at all other times

Greenbay Vets Ltd
79 Kingsway Avenue Paignton Devon TQ4 7AB 01803 843836 info@greenbayvets.co.uk Website 0.43 miles
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Silverton Veterinary Practice Ltd
8 Grosvenor Road Paignton Devon TQ4 5AY 01803 558588 reception@silvertonvets.co.uk Website 1.47 miles
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Dart Vale Veterinary Group
31 Manor Road Paignton Devon TQ3 2HZ 01803 550491 nurses-paignton@dartvale.co.uk Website 2.30 miles
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Seymour Vets - Preston
115 Preston Down Road Preston Paignton Devon TQ3 1DS info@seymourvets.co.uk Website 2.82 miles
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Silverton Veterinary Practice Ltd
8 Summercourt Way Brixham Devon TQ5 0DY 01803 853060 reception@silvertonvets.co.uk 3.12 miles

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Local Dog Walks

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

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Cockington Country Park
Cockington Ln Torquay Lancashire TQ2 6XB 3.56 miles Torquay

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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 3.61 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).

Berryhead Country Park
Coastal Cliff Top Walk, Totally Flat And Buggy Friendly. Great Cafe Serving Breakfast And Lunches 36 Gillard Rd Lancashire 4.08 miles

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Bakers Park/Bradley Manor
6 Totnes Rd Lancashire 7.87 miles

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Bradley Manor
Going To Try This Walk Today It's Local And It's Lovely. 56-60 East St Lancashire 8.03 miles

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Weather Forecast

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