English Heritage sites near Georgeham Parish

Okehampton Castle

OKEHAMPTON CASTLE

30 miles from Georgeham Parish

Once the largest castle in Devon, nestling in the foothills of Dartmoor. Reputedly haunted and mentioned in the Domesday Book.

Penhallam Manor

PENHALLAM MANOR

30 miles from Georgeham Parish

The low and grass-covered but complete ground-plan of a moated 13th-century manor house, in a delightful woodland setting.

Dunster Butter Cross

DUNSTER BUTTER CROSS

34 miles from Georgeham Parish

Transplanted stump of a medieval stone cross that was once a meeting place for people to bring and sell their own butter. Nearby attractions include Cleeve Abbey.

Dunster Gallox Bridge

DUNSTER GALLOX BRIDGE

34 miles from Georgeham Parish

This ancient stone bridge - originally 'gallows bridge' - once carried packhorses bringing fleeces to Dunster market and is evidence of Dunster's once important role in the wool trade.

Dunster, Yarn Market

DUNSTER, YARN MARKET

34 miles from Georgeham Parish

Fine 17th century timber-framed octagonal market hall that is a monument to Dunster's once-flourishing cloth trade.

Lydford Castle and Saxon Town

LYDFORD CASTLE AND SAXON TOWN

35 miles from Georgeham Parish

Beautifully sited on the fringe of Dartmoor, Lydford boasts three defensive features. Near the centre is a 13th-century tower on a mound, built as a prison.


Churches in Georgeham Parish

St George's

Chapel Street Georgeham Braunton
https://www.stggeorgeham.org/

We're the parish church of Georgeham and together with St Mary's in Croyde we serve the beautiful villages of Croyde and Georgeham. We are part of the wider Church in Community Mission Community in the parish which includes our friends at the Croyde Baptist Church, the team at St George's House Christian Activity Centre and Christian Surfers. Sunday services are conducted in all the churches but we join together regularly for joint worship and support each other with fellowship and a programme of activities throughout the year. We are a warm welcoming Christian community and look forward to meeting you soon.

St Mary Magdalene

Croyde
https://www.stggeorgeham.org/

St Mary's was originally a Chapel of rest and the Village School in Croyde.

Services are more traditional and usually follow the Book of Common Prayer.


Pubs in Georgeham Parish

Billy Budds

12 Hobbs Hill., Croyde, EX33 1LZ
(01271) 890606
billybudds.co.uk/

Lively Croyde pub under same ownership as The Thatched Barn Inn, next door. It is ideal if eating with children as it has a really good outside play area. Food consists mainly of tapas, pizzas and pub classics. St Austell Tribute is usually...
Blue Groove

2 Hobbs Hill, Croyde, EX33 1LZ
blue-groove.co.uk

Bar and restaurant in popular holiday village. Outside there is an attractive decked patio area overlooking the local stream. Please note that opening hours tend to be reduced during the winter, with the premises closed January to middle of...
Kings Arms

Chapel Street, Georgeham, Georgeham, EX33 1JJ
(01271) 890240
kingsarmsgeorgeham.co.uk

Traditional pub in the centre of Georgeham with reputation for good food. Regular live music sessions are held on Fridays. The regular St Austell Tribute is joined by two guest ales, which are often sourced from local breweries. The award w...
Manor House Inn

39 St Mary's Road, Croyde, Croyde, EX33 1PG
(01271) 890241
themanorcroyde.co.uk

A 16th century former coaching inn with a large restaurant and conservatory which overlooks the courtyard and large children's play area. There are usually four real ales available in the spacious bar and freshly prepared, locally sourced f...
Rock Inn

Rock Hill, Georgeham, Georgeham, EX33 1JW
(01271) 890322
therockinn.biz/

Traditional 17th Century Ale House in a lovely Devon Cottage style. Set in the beautiful coastal village of Georgeham, the home of Henry Williamson ( author of 'Tarka the Otter'). The Rock Inn was his local pub, which he visited often. At l...
Ruda Holiday Park

Croyde Bay, Croyde, EX33 1NP
None
surfparadise.co.uk/camping/ruda-holiday-...

Extensive holiday complex with caravan holiday homes, luxury lodges, camping pitches, etc. The Cask Marque accredited Bar and Restaurant has a very pleasant patio and garden area outside, with views over Croyde Bay.
Thatch

14 Hobbs Hill, Croyde, Croyde, EX33 1LZ
(01271) 890349
thethatchcroyde.com

16th century thatched free house, offering bed and breakfast and holiday accommodation year round. The Thatched Barn Inn has been the haunt of local surfers and holidaymakers for more than 25 years, with a famous surfing beach right on its...