Luton

Settlement in Devon Teignbridge

England

Luton

Luton (Devon) Village amenities - the old telephone contains a book library and the roadside cabinet contains eggs and vegetables (&quot;hedge veg&quot;) for sale. — Luton (Devon) Credit: Colin Smith

Luton is a small village located in the county of Devon, England. Situated in the South Hams district, it is nestled in a picturesque countryside setting, surrounded by rolling hills and meandering rivers. Luton is approximately 8 miles northwest of the vibrant market town of Totnes and 20 miles southeast of Plymouth, the largest city in the region.

The village is known for its tranquil and idyllic atmosphere, making it a popular destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Luton's charming character is reflected in its traditional thatched-roof cottages, quaint village green, and a 14th-century parish church, adding to its rustic charm.

Despite its small size, Luton offers a range of amenities to its residents and visitors. There is a local pub, The Elfordleigh, which serves classic pub food and ales, as well as a village shop and a post office. The community spirit in Luton is strong, with various events and activities organized throughout the year to bring locals together.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Luton offers ample opportunities for exploring the surrounding natural beauty. The village is situated near the Dartmoor National Park, providing access to stunning moorland landscapes, hiking trails, and wildlife spotting. Additionally, the nearby River Plym offers fishing and boating activities for those who enjoy water-based pursuits.

In summary, Luton is a charming village in Devon, offering a peaceful retreat in a picturesque countryside setting. Its traditional architecture, community spirit, and proximity to natural attractions make it an appealing destination for both residents and visitors.

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Luton (Devon) Village amenities - the old telephone contains a book library and the roadside cabinet contains eggs and vegetables (&quot;hedge veg&quot;) for sale.

Luton (Devon)

Village amenities - the old telephone contains a book library and the roadside cabinet contains eggs and vegetables ("hedge veg") for sale.

Luton (Devon) - Church Luton has a chapel of ease, dedicated to St John the Evangelist, built in the 19th century.

Luton (Devon) - Church

Luton has a chapel of ease, dedicated to St John the Evangelist, built in the 19th century.

Luton (Devon) Valley with grassland and woodland by Cherrycombe.

Luton (Devon)

Valley with grassland and woodland by Cherrycombe.

Luton - Lane Hedge-lined lane in deepest Devon, close to Westhayes Farm, a dairy farm.

Luton - Lane

Hedge-lined lane in deepest Devon, close to Westhayes Farm, a dairy farm.

Luton (Devon) - Dutch Barn A barrel roof but no walls. Dutch barns are a relatively recent feature in British farm architecture, most dating from the 19th century. Nowadays they are more commonly used to store hay and straw.

Luton (Devon) - Dutch Barn

A barrel roof but no walls. Dutch barns are a relatively recent feature in British farm architecture, most dating from the 19th century. Nowadays they are more commonly used to store hay and straw.

Humber - Humber Barn Patchwork of cereal fields lined by hedgerows with Humber Barn nestling in a valley on the hillside.

Humber - Humber Barn

Patchwork of cereal fields lined by hedgerows with Humber Barn nestling in a valley on the hillside.

Luton - Hayes Farm Farmhouse and holiday cottages surrounded by a patchwork of hedgerow-lined fields.

Luton - Hayes Farm

Farmhouse and holiday cottages surrounded by a patchwork of hedgerow-lined fields.

Luton - Hayes Farm Farmhouse and holiday cottages surrounded by a patchwork of hedgerow-lined fields.

Luton - Hayes Farm

Farmhouse and holiday cottages surrounded by a patchwork of hedgerow-lined fields.

Luton (Devon) - The Elizabethan A cosy Devon village pub which sources local food from the farming community.
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Luton (Devon) - The Elizabethan

A cosy Devon village pub which sources local food from the farming community. Link

Old Milestone by the B3192, Colley Lane, Bishopsteignton Parish Carved stone post by the B3192, in parish of BISHOPSTEIGNTON (TEIGNBRIDGE District), Colley Lane; 450m North West of turn to Luton, 100m North of small Transco depot, on grass verge, near bend in road above ditch, on West side of road. Teignmouth detail tombstone, erected by the Teignmouth &amp; Dawlish turnpike trust in the 19th century.

Inscription reads:-
4
MILES TO
TEIGNMOUTH
MILES TO
EXETER
M.F.P.
(9-5-4)
Carved benchmark on bottom of front face.

Devon &amp; Dartmoor HER listed
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Milestone Society National ID: DV_TGEX04

Old Milestone by the B3192, Colley Lane, Bishopsteignton Parish

Carved stone post by the B3192, in parish of BISHOPSTEIGNTON (TEIGNBRIDGE District), Colley Lane; 450m North West of turn to Luton, 100m North of small Transco depot, on grass verge, near bend in road above ditch, on West side of road. Teignmouth detail tombstone, erected by the Teignmouth & Dawlish turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- 4 MILES TO TEIGNMOUTH MILES TO EXETER M.F.P. (9-5-4) Carved benchmark on bottom of front face. Devon & Dartmoor HER listed HER Number: MDV23191 Link

Milestone Society National ID: DV_TGEX04

Luton - Hayes Farm Mews Entrance to holiday accommodation at Hayes Farm, a dairy farm.

Luton - Hayes Farm Mews

Entrance to holiday accommodation at Hayes Farm, a dairy farm.

Luton - Rocky Hill Path showing the underlying red rock - sandstone.

Luton - Rocky Hill

Path showing the underlying red rock - sandstone.

Lindridge Park Lodges flank the entrance to this historic and large country estate near Ideford.

Lindridge Park

Lodges flank the entrance to this historic and large country estate near Ideford.

Humber - Higher Humber Farm Beer garden at the Red Rock Microbrewery near Ideford. Red Rock is a family run brewery sited at Higher Humber Farm since 2006 and takes its name from the underlying Devonian bedrock.
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Humber - Higher Humber Farm

Beer garden at the Red Rock Microbrewery near Ideford. Red Rock is a family run brewery sited at Higher Humber Farm since 2006 and takes its name from the underlying Devonian bedrock. Link

Luton (Devon) A patchwork of hedgerow-lined fields on a hillside near Luton. Dartmoor is on the skyline.

Luton (Devon)

A patchwork of hedgerow-lined fields on a hillside near Luton. Dartmoor is on the skyline.

Ideford - The Royal Oak The Royal Oak is an historic village pub, ca late 17th century building with a thatched roof.

Ideford - The Royal Oak

The Royal Oak is an historic village pub, ca late 17th century building with a thatched roof.

Luton - Westhayes Farm Newborn calves on the dairy farm.

Luton - Westhayes Farm

Newborn calves on the dairy farm.

Luton (Devon) Newborn calves tucking in at one of their first feeding times on the dairy farm.

Luton (Devon)

Newborn calves tucking in at one of their first feeding times on the dairy farm.

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Luton is located at Grid Ref: SX9076 (Lat: 50.581408, Lng: -3.552979)

Administrative County: Devon

District: Teignbridge

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 50.581408,-3.552979

Pub

The Elizabethan Inn

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Luton

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Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Output Electricity: yes

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Post Box

Brand: Royal Mail

Brand Wikidata: Q638098

Brand Wikipedia: en:Royal Mail

Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:00; Sa 11:30; Su off

Drive Through: no

Operator: Royal Mail

Operator Wikidata: Q638098

Post Box Design: type_c

Post Box Mounting: building

Post Box Type: wall

Ref: TQ13 61

Royal Cypher: VR

Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102356

Source: survey;streetlevel imagery;aerial imagery

Lat/Long: 50.58194/-3.5536131

Public Bookcase

Booth: K6

Disused Amenity: telephone

Man Made: telephone_box

Public Bookcase Type: phone_box

Lat/Long: 50.581885/-3.5536749

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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